Syracuse University and SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF) community members are invited to join LGBTQ+ History Month celebrations, explore social and educational events and learn about the history, culture and contributions of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex and asexual individuals.
LGBTQ+ History Month 2026 Events
The LGBTQ+ History Month organizers have planned a robust calendar of events. A complete listing is available on the University Events Calendar. All are welcome.
| Event | Date | Time | Learn More |
|---|---|---|---|
| LGBTQ+ History Month Kickoff | Thursday, Oct. 1 | 3-5 p.m. | Learn more! |
| Alternative Drag Showcase | Friday, Oct. 2 | 8-10 p.m. | Learn more! |
| Tough Topic Tuesday: From Stonewall to the Quad – A History of Resistance and Expression | Tuesday, Oct. 6 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | RSVP today! |
| Chalk the Quad: National Coming Out Day | Wednesday, Oct. 7 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Learn more! |
| Keynote LGBTQ+ Collections Library Session | Thursday, Oct. 22 | 4-5:15 p.m. | Learn more! |
| 8th Annual Potash Keynote Speaker: Jordan Potash ’98 | Thursday, Oct. 22 | 7-9 p.m. | Learn more! |
| Halloqueen Dance: Monster Mash | Saturday, Oct. 24 | 8-10 p.m. | Learn more! |
| First-Generation Mixed Tapes: First-Gen and Queer | Tuesday, Oct. 27 | 4-6 p.m. | Learn more! |