Tens of thousands of people around the country participated in the March for Equality on Sunday afternoon, June 11th, with the largest group of marchers […]
SWIM White Party Fundraiser is a HUGE Success
Nearly 280 women dressed in white flooded Nova 535 in downtown St. Petersburg on Sunday evening, June 11th for the first annual SWIM Pride White […]
The Biggest Festivals in Central Florida
While most people associate Central Florida with amusement parks, the area has other thrills to offer visitors. Throughout the year, the area is home to […]
How to Plan an Epic Florida Beach Wedding
A wedding is one of the most important events in a person’s lifetime. It’s a time to make a lifelong commitment and share the celebration […]
Best LGBT Entertainment in Tampa Bay
Waves and surf are what the Sunshine State is known for and entertainment for the LGBTQ+ community is no exception. Tampa Bay as a region […]
Best LGBT Entertainment in the Florida Keys
Key West is a place for everyone. The LGBTQ community goes beyond everyone accepts everyone. It is a melting pot of inclusivity. The entertainment allows […]
The Biggest Festivals in Southwest Florida
There’s a lot to celebrate in southwest Florida. If you want to join in on the celebrating, be sure to participate in some of the […]
SWIM Announces 501(c)3 Status in Time for Annual White Party Fundraiser
Prior to the launch of OUTCOAST, I made it my mission to meet every LGBT community group and non-profit leader in the region. I wanted […]
Fifth LGBT Summit of the Americas to Focus on Diversity in Businesses
At the fifth annual LGBT Summit of the Americas, LGBTQ-led businesses and entrepreneurs will focus on the advantages of diversity in the business world, reports […]
USA Today’s “Faces of Pride” Celebrates Fort Myers Local Annette Trossbach
In honor of this year’s Pride Month, USA Today compiled a list of one LGBTQ+ individual or ally from each state who is making a […]
Tampa Bay Rays Host Pride Night – Enjoy a Punky’s Pre-Party, Too!
The Tampa Bay Rays invite you to attend Pride Night on Friday, June 9 at 7:10 p.m. when the Rays take on the Oakland Athletics. […]
Four Years, One Love, and No Labels – Support A Cause for Unity
When she arrived in the Tampa Bay area in 2011, Claire Elisan found it challenging to connect with like-minded individuals. She was seeking a positive […]
SHINE: The IGLTA Convention That Changed My Life and Perspective
The challenges of being an LGBT activist and non-profit leader can be overwhelming. After days, weeks, months, and years of activism, I’ve often felt like […]
Largo City Commissioner Michael Smith to Lead St. Pete Pride Parade
Largo City Commissioner Michael Smith has been chosen as the grand marshal of the St. Pete Pride Parade, reports Chris George in the Largo Leader. […]
World OutGames Miami Cancels Majority of Events
World OutGames Miami has canceled most of its events, reported Dawn Ennis on LGBTQ Nation. The ten-day sports and culture event was scheduled to start […]
Support Local LGBT Non-Profits During Give Day Tampa Bay
If your email inboxes seemed busy this morning, it’s because area non-profits are vying for your support during the region’s fourth Give Day Tampa Bay […]
New IGLTA Board to Take Effect Before St. Petersburg Convention
The International Gay & Lesbian Travel Association has announced the additions to its 2017-2018 Board of Directors, reports Travel Pulse. These new directors are all […]
World OutGames Miami to Host Global LGBTQI Human Rights Conference
World OutGames Miami will host their 4th Global LGBTQI Human Rights Conference at the Miami Beach Convention Center from May 26 to 29, reports Brittany […]
Compromise Places St. Pete Pride Celebration at Two Different Locations
The annual St. Pete Pride Parade will change location this year from Grand Central to Bayshore Drive, reported Charlie Frago in the Tampa Bay Times. […]
St. Pete Pride Opens Voting for Grand Marshal
Voting is open to nominate the Grand Marshal for the 2017 St. Pete Pride Parade, reports the St. Pete Pride website. Tampa Bay’s LGBTQ+ Pride […]
ALSO Youth Annual Gala
ALSO Youth will celebrate their annual “Over the Rainbow” gala on April 1st at the Lido Beach Resort in Sarasota, reports Krista di Tucci of […]
Dining Out For Life Returns to Tampa Bay Area
On April 27th, the Tampa Bay area will participate in the Dining Out For Life charity event to fight HIV/AIDS. Various restaurants, which are listed […]
Orlando Magic and Watermark Offer Tickets to First Pride Night
Watermark and the Orlando Magic are teaming up to offer four Ultimate Seat passes for the team’s first ever Pride Night, wrote Jeremy Williams on […]