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.
3rd cup saturdayMULTIPLE DATESJul 18, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PMSugar Tree Cafe, 358 Passaic Ave, Nutley, NJ 07110, USA
reading between the linesMULTIPLE DATESJul 19, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PMHowling Basset Books, 45 North Main Street (Entrance on, Coryell St, Lambertville, NJ 08530, USA
beach bashJul 25, 2026, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AMBeach Bar, 1300 Ocean Ave N, Asbury Park, NJ 07712, USA
spotlight socialMULTIPLE DATESJul 31, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:59 PMThe 244 Spot, 244 Cedar St, South Amboy, NJ 08879, USA
pride night outMULTIPLE DATESAug 04, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PMCarriage House at Paper Mill Playhouse, 22 Brookside Dr, Millburn, NJ 07041, USA
bowling nightAug 08, 2026, 6:50 PM – 9:05 PMLodi Lanes, 58 Terhune Ave, Lodi, NJ 07644, USA
coffee socialMULTIPLE DATESAug 09, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PMScout's Coffee Bar, 11 Main St, High Bridge, NJ 08829, USA
capital connectionsMULTIPLE DATESAug 13, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PMThe Station Tapas & Bar, 14 S Warren St, Trenton, NJ 08608, USA
java & jazzMULTIPLE DATESAug 16, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PMThe Coffee Box, 1465 Irving St, Rahway, NJ 07065, USA
pub & pourMULTIPLE DATESAug 19, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PMProject P.U.B. , 41 N Bridge St, Somerville, NJ 08876, USA- reading between the linesMULTIPLE DATESAug 30, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PMHowling Basset Books, 45 North Main Street (Entrance on, Coryell St, Lambertville, NJ 08530, USA
- pride night outMULTIPLE DATESSep 01, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PMCarriage House at Paper Mill Playhouse, 22 Brookside Dr, Millburn, NJ 07041, USA
neat connectionsMULTIPLE DATESSep 04, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PMThe Laundromat, 4 Dehart St, Morristown, NJ 07960, USA- coffee socialMULTIPLE DATESSep 13, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PMScout's Coffee Bar, 11 Main St, High Bridge, NJ 08829, USA
- 3rd cup saturdayMULTIPLE DATESSep 19, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PMSugar Tree Cafe, 358 Passaic Ave, Nutley, NJ 07110, USA
- spotlight socialMULTIPLE DATESSep 25, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:59 PMThe 244 Spot, 244 Cedar St, South Amboy, NJ 08879, 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
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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.
