upcoming lgbtq+
events in new jersey
Welcome to Gay Social’s calendar of upcoming LGBTQ+ events across New Jersey. We host in-person social gatherings that make it easier to meet people and build community close to home. From coffee meetups and happy hours to book clubs and seasonal socials, our events are designed for conversation, connection, and a welcoming atmosphere.
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new to the community?
New to Gay Social? Many people attend on their own. Every event is hosted by a Community Manager who welcomes attendees and helps make introductions.
spotlight socialMULTIPLE DATESSep 18, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:59 PMThe 244 Spot, 244 Cedar St, South Amboy, NJ 08879, USA
3rd cup saturdayMULTIPLE DATESSep 19, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PMSugar Tree Cafe, 358 Passaic Ave, Nutley, NJ 07110, USA
glo-skateSep 26, 2026, 10:00 PM – Sep 27, 2026, 12:00 AMUnited Skates Jackson, 2270 W County Line Rd, Jackson Township, NJ 08527, USA
pride night outMULTIPLE DATESOct 06, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PMCarriage House at Paper Mill Playhouse, 22 Brookside Dr, Millburn, NJ 07041, USA
capital connectionsMULTIPLE DATESOct 08, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PMThe Station Tapas & Bar, 14 S Warren St, Trenton, NJ 08608, USA
coffee socialMULTIPLE DATESOct 11, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PMScout's Coffee Bar, 11 Main St, High Bridge, NJ 08829, USA
reading between the linesMULTIPLE DATESOct 11, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PMHowling Basset Books, 45 North Main Street (Entrance on, Coryell St, Lambertville, NJ 08530, USA
java & jazzMULTIPLE DATESOct 18, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PMThe Coffee Box, 1465 Irving St, Rahway, NJ 07065, USA
pub & pourMULTIPLE DATESOct 28, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PMProject P.U.B. , 41 N Bridge St, Somerville, NJ 08876, USA- pride night outMULTIPLE DATESNov 03, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PMCarriage House at Paper Mill Playhouse, 22 Brookside Dr, Millburn, NJ 07041, USA
neat connectionsMULTIPLE DATESNov 06, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PMThe Laundromat, 4 Dehart St, Morristown, NJ 07960, USA- coffee socialMULTIPLE DATESNov 08, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PMScout's Coffee Bar, 11 Main St, High Bridge, NJ 08829, USA
- 3rd cup saturdayMULTIPLE DATESNov 21, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PMSugar Tree Cafe, 358 Passaic Ave, Nutley, NJ 07110, USA
- reading between the linesMULTIPLE DATESNov 22, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PMHowling Basset Books, 45 North Main Street (Entrance on, Coryell St, Lambertville, NJ 08530, USA
- spotlight socialMULTIPLE DATESNov 27, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:59 PMThe 244 Spot, 244 Cedar St, South Amboy, NJ 08879, USA
- pride night outMULTIPLE DATESDec 01, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PMCarriage House at Paper Mill Playhouse, 22 Brookside Dr, Millburn, NJ 07041, USA
- capital connectionsMULTIPLE DATESDec 10, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PMThe Station Tapas & Bar, 14 S Warren St, Trenton, NJ 08608, USA
- coffee socialMULTIPLE DATESDec 13, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PMScout's Coffee Bar, 11 Main St, High Bridge, NJ 08829, USA
- pub & pourMULTIPLE DATESDec 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PMProject P.U.B. , 41 N Bridge St, Somerville, NJ 08876, USA
- java & jazzMULTIPLE DATESDec 20, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PMThe Coffee Box, 1465 Irving St, Rahway, NJ 07065, USA
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our event venue sponsors
We wouldn’t be able to bring the community together without the support of the amazing venues that open their doors to us. From coffee shops and bars to studios and bookstores, these partners give us the space to connect, share, and grow together.
new to our events?
We get it. Showing up to something new can feel a little intimidating, whether you’re an extrovert or an introvert. That’s why every event has a dedicated Community Manager ready to greet you, make introductions, and help you feel at home. Lots of people come on their own, and most leave with new friends.
