Calendar of Events
Bi the Way
Do you identify as bisexual, pansexual, polysexual, omnisexual or feel your sexuality is fluid? Many of us can feel invisible in the community or feel that we have to justify our existence.
If you are tired of hearing... You're just confused! It's a phase! Don't be greedy! Pick a side! Our new group might be for you!
Galaxy - Goodbye Party
Galaxy is a group for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning high school youth and their allies who want to hang out with other LGBTQ+ teens and discuss issues relevant to their lives. GALAXY creates a safe and drug-free space where kids can freely discuss issues, participate in activities that allow them to become educated about important issues and feel free to be who they are as unique, spectacular individuals!
LGBTQ Game Night
Bring your own games or enjoy the games provided. Come say hi and hang out with others in the LGBTQ Community!
Volunteer Information Night
Come visit The Center to check out available volunteer opportunities!
Drag Family Game Night
Doors Open: 7pm | Showtime: 8pm - 11pm | 21+ (18+ if accompanied by a 21+ family member)
No reserved seating (first come, first serve) | NO-REFUNDS
Presale ticket sales end Saturday (5/11) at 6pm ($10) | Tickets at the Door ($20)
Trans Forum
Trans Forum is a group that welcomes all transgender, transexual, non-binary, genderqueer, gender-bending and gender non-conforming persons ages 18+. Whether you are questioning, just beginning to explore your gender identity, in the midst of transitioning, transitioned or just have lots of questions, you are welcome and vital to the group.
Galaxy
Galaxy is a group for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning high school youth and their allies who want to hang out with other LGBTQ+ teens and discuss issues relevant to their lives. GALAXY creates a safe and drug-free space where kids can freely discuss issues, participate in activities that allow them to become educated about important issues and feel free to be who they are as unique, spectacular individuals!
Raising Rainbows
Raising Rainbows in an inclusive playgroup for LGBTQIA+ families. All kids ages 0-10 and their parents deserve a safe and welcoming space to play, have story time, socialize, and do activities.
Please note, first-time families will be asked to sign a general waiver upon their first time to the group.
Queer Crafting Collective
Bring your own projects and join the fun! We craft, socialize and laugh our way through projects!
Drag Brew's & BINGO
Drag Brew's & BINGO | 18+
Join Reignyn & Lacey D Clyne at 608 Brewery for fun, entertainment, and bingo!! Cover gets you into the show filled with entertainment and great beverages.
During the show, everyone will be able to play bingo and win fantastic prizes donated by 608 Brewery, The Center, Valvoline, and Cost Cutters.
Get ready for a fun evening at our NEW monthly bingo event!! See you there and let's toss some balls!
Bi the Way
Do you identify as bisexual, pansexual, polysexual, omnisexual or feel your sexuality is fluid? Many of us can feel invisible in the community or feel that we have to justify our existence.
If you are tired of hearing... You're just confused! It's a phase! Don't be greedy! Pick a side! Our new group might be for you!
Chances R Pride Fest
Join us for our biggest party of the year with 11 hours of entertainment! Doors open at 11am with all entertainment outside including an excellent DJ, talented local artists, head turning burlesque, and a fierce drag show all from 11am-7. Then live music by the band Moniker 7pm-10!
**$15 ENRTY FEE**
**CASH ONLY**
**MUST HAVE VALID ID TO ENTER**
**21+ EVENT**
LGBTQ Game Night
Bring your own games or enjoy the games provided. Come say hi and hang out with others in the LGBTQ Community!
Galaxy
Galaxy is a group for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning high school youth and their allies who want to hang out with other LGBTQ+ teens and discuss issues relevant to their lives. GALAXY creates a safe and drug-free space where kids can freely discuss issues, participate in activities that allow them to become educated about important issues and feel free to be who they are as unique, spectacular individuals!
Artspire
Artspire is an all-inclusive, free community art event that attracts, engages and connects our diverse community through meaningful arts experiences, including visual, interactive, performing, literary arts and dance.
Raising Rainbows
Raising Rainbows in an inclusive playgroup for LGBTQIA+ families. All kids ages 0-10 and their parents deserve a safe and welcoming space to play, have story time, socialize, and do activities.
Please note, first-time families will be asked to sign a general waiver upon their first time to the group.
Trans Forum
Trans Forum is a group that welcomes all transgender, transexual, non-binary, genderqueer, gender-bending and gender non-conforming persons ages 18+. Whether you are questioning, just beginning to explore your gender identity, in the midst of transitioning, transitioned or just have lots of questions, you are welcome and vital to the group.
Moon Tunes Night of Love
This event was started as a way of offering a free Concert Series to the public while raising donations and awareness of the breathtaking bandshell renovation and other added amenities to the Riverside Park area.
Friends and families can bring their lawn chairs, beverages and snacks and hear music from some of the greatest musicians in our area for free.
Galaxy
Galaxy is a group for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning high school youth and their allies who want to hang out with other LGBTQ+ teens and discuss issues relevant to their lives. GALAXY creates a safe and drug-free space where kids can freely discuss issues, participate in activities that allow them to become educated about important issues and feel free to be who they are as unique, spectacular individuals!
Juneteenth
Juneteenth is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. Dating back to 1865, it was on June 19th, the last group of slaves in the south were given the news was given that the war had ended and that the enslaved were now free.
Organized by B.L.A.C.K. Hope Restores, Enduring Families Project, and Black Student Leaders
Bi the Way
Do you identify as bisexual, pansexual, polysexual, omnisexual or feel your sexuality is fluid? Many of us can feel invisible in the community or feel that we have to justify our existence.
If you are tired of hearing... You're just confused! It's a phase! Don't be greedy! Pick a side! Our new group might be for you!
Queer Crafting Collective
Bring your own projects and join the fun! We craft, socialize and laugh our way through projects!
Drag Brew's & BINGO
Drag Brew's & BINGO | 18+
Join Reignyn & Kathy at 608 Brewery for fun, entertainment, and bingo!! Cover gets you into the show filled with entertainment and great beverages.
During the show, everyone will be able to play bingo and win fantastic prizes donated by 608 Brewery, The Center, Valvoline, and Cost Cutters.
Get ready for a fun evening at our NEW monthly bingo event!! See you there and let's toss some balls!
WINGAPALOOZA: WING FLING SHOWDOWN 2024
Black Leaders Acquiring Collective Knowledge presents... the WINGAPALOOZA: WING FLING SHOWDOWN 2024!!! This TASTY event will take place from 11 AM to 3 PM June 30th, at the Radisson Ballroom - La Crosse WI. This event is graciously cohosted by Beer By Bike Brigade , as a fundraiser for Black Leaders Acquiring Collective Knowledge Inc. (BLACK). The proceeds will all benefit BLACK's programs and initiatives.
Dragging with the Stars
Dragging with the La Crosse Stars
Get ready for an experience of the year!! See some of your well know La Crosse Stars get partnered with one of the La Crosse Gurls for a transformation of the year!!
Details to come but what should you expect...
1. Vendor Event before hand with local small businesses.
2. A show that you do not want to miss.
3. Each La Crosse Star will be picking a nonprofit to raise money for!!
It is still early but make sure to put this on your books and DO NOT MISS!! Ticketing tentative to start mid April.
Pride in the Park
FREE - Family Friendly!
Community Groups!
Merchants - Food Vendors!
Kids Activities & more!
Trans Day of Remembrance
Each year on November 20th , The Center hosts a gathering of those who wish to recognize Trans Day of Remembrance. It takes place in honor of all our transgender sisters, brothers, and siblings who have lost their lives to transphobic violence. In addition to a memory wall, chalk the block and other memorials, we conduct a roll call of lives lost that year and observe a moment of silence for those who lost their lives.
Galaxy
Galaxy is a group for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning high school youth and their allies who want to hang out with other LGBTQ+ teens and discuss issues relevant to their lives. GALAXY creates a safe and drug-free space where kids can freely discuss issues, participate in activities that allow them to become educated about important issues and feel free to be who they are as unique, spectacular individuals!
Drag Brew's & BINGO
Drag Brew's & BINGO | 18+
Join Reignyn & Kathy at 608 Brewery for fun, entertainment, and bingo!! Cover gets you into the show filled with entertainment and great beverages.
During the show, everyone will be able to play bingo and win fantastic prizes donated by 608 Brewery, The Center, Valvoline, and Cost Cutters.
Get ready for a fun evening at our NEW monthly bingo event!! See you there and let's toss some balls!
Raising Rainbows
Raising Rainbows in an inclusive playgroup for LGBTQIA+ families. All kids ages 0-10 and their parents deserve a safe and welcoming space to play, have story time, socialize, and do activities.
Please note, first-time families will be asked to sign a general waiver upon their first time to the group.
Galaxy
Galaxy is a group for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning high school youth and their allies who want to hang out with other LGBTQ+ teens and discuss issues relevant to their lives. GALAXY creates a safe and drug-free space where kids can freely discuss issues, participate in activities that allow them to become educated about important issues and feel free to be who they are as unique, spectacular individuals!
Trans Forum
Trans Forum is a group that welcomes all transgender, transexual, non-binary, genderqueer, gender-bending and gender non-conforming persons ages 18+. Whether you are questioning, just beginning to explore your gender identity, in the midst of transitioning, transitioned or just have lots of questions, you are welcome and vital to the group.
WI Entertainer of the Year: The Monster Ball
8pm Show: 21+ (18+ if accompanied by a 21+ family member)
Door opens: 7pm, Showtime 8-11
Tickets: Presale $25 | Door $35
SPECIAL GUESTS:
Mercedes Iman Diamond - RuPaul Drag Race 11
Trinity the Tuck - Winner of RuPaul Drag Race All Stars 4
Anastarzia Anaquway - Drag Race Canada 1
Tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/799146648137?aff=oddtdtcreator)
Nonprofit Highlight: UWL NAME (National Association of Multicultural Education)
After party at Thrunies Classic Cocktail from 11-2am!! See less
WR Productions & AllVibez Present: WI EOY: Revue Show
WR Productions & AllVibez Present: WI EOY: Revue Show
8pm Show: 21+ (18+ if accompanied by a 21+ family member)
Door opens: 7pm, Showtime 8-11
Tickets: Presale $10 | Door $20
Tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/799145514747?aff=oddtdtcreator)
Nonprofit Highlight: The 7 Rivers LGBTAQ+ Center
After party at Thrunies Classic Cocktail from 11-2am!!
Galaxy
Galaxy is a group for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning high school youth and their allies who want to hang out with other LGBTQ+ teens and discuss issues relevant to their lives. GALAXY creates a safe and drug-free space where kids can freely discuss issues, participate in activities that allow them to become educated about important issues and feel free to be who they are as unique, spectacular individuals!
So You Think You Can Drag
Attendees must be at least 21 years old to enter.
One of our biggest events of the year, and our biggest fundraiser!
Join LaCrosse’s biggest and best drag show and drag competition with our hostess, Allota Shots, along with some of the best drag queens out there!
Posted In: Event, 21+, Pride Week
Trans Day of Visibility
Join us in recognizing our trans brothers, sisters, and siblings on this very important day of trans visibility. Help us as we celebrate their decision to live authentically!
Annual Meeting
The Center will be hosting our annual meeting on Saturday 1/28/23 at English Lutheran Church. 10:30am - Breakfast is available
World's AIDS Day
Join us as we have a small program to observe World AIDS Day to bring recognition of those who have lost their lives to AIDS, as well as celebrate those who are still living with AIDS.