EVENTS
Art Meet Up at the City Opera House!
Join us an Art Meet Up at the City Opera House! Bring your own art project and enjoy an artful evening with friends. And if you don’t have an art project, just bring yourself and a smile!
LGBTQ Meet & Greet at MiddleCoast Brewing
Join us every Friday from 6-10pm for a casual meet up in a safe space for drinks and conversation!
Trans & Nonbinary Meetup Bonfire
This month’s Trans & Nonbinary Meetup event will be a very special evening welcoming summer and enjoying the outdoors at a bonfire in Honor!
Email info@upnorthhpride.com to RSVP and get address.
Brilliant Books Presents: Countdown to Pride!
Join us for the first ever Brilliant Books Countdown to Pride event!
We're kicking off Pride Month in style with a party to remember. All ages are welcome for an evening that will include live performances, a mocktail bar courtesy of Second Hand Social Club, curated collections of our favorite books by and about the LGBTQ+ community, and so much more! Even better, this is a party with a purpose; we're donating 15% of all Brilliant Books sales during this event to Up North Pride. The evening will end in a countdown to midnight as we ring in Pride Month!
Each ticket includes admission to the event, a goodie bag filled with giveaways from local businesses, and a free mocktail of your choice.
Pride Family Field Day!
We’re kicking off Pride Month with a day of family fun!
Join us on the NMC Campus for an afternoon of family games, art activities, story-times and more!
Help us make Family Field Day happen - click here to sign up to volunteer!
Thank you NMC to our Field Day sponsors MSUFCU and Honor Bank
Queer Fiber Arts Club
A casual meet up to work on fiber arts projects in community. Fiber arts include things like embroidery, knitting, crocheting, cross stitch, and more!
Meet by Nobo Riverside at 5:30, do brief introductions of our names and pronouns, and then get to work! We'll hang around until 7 and then go our separate ways.
Queer Fiber Arts Club meets monthly on the first Monday - 4/7, 5/5, 6/2, 7/7, 8/4
Up North Pride Meetup at Little Fleet!
Let’s get together to kick off Pride Month and enjoy a drink, some tasty food, and music at The Little Fleet!
LGBTQ+ Grass Volleyball League!
Get ready to spike, serve, and slay this summer with our first-ever LGBTQIA+ Grass Volleyball League, hosted in partnership with Grand Traverse Social Sports!
Whether you’re a volleyball pro or just here for the vibes, this league is all about fun, community, and showing up as your full self on the court. All skill levels are welcome!
👉 Registration open through May 23rd – grab your spot now before it fills up:
Sign Up Here
UNP Book Club at The Folded Leaf
Join us and our friends at The Folded Leaf in Cedar for the Queer Book Club!
The book club will meet every other Thursday at 6pm.
The Birdcage Viewing Party with Deija Vaton
Celebrate the start of Pride Month at the State Theatre with a screening of THE BIRDCAGE and special guest DEIJA VATON!
Doors open at 5pm. Event begins at 6pm.
Admission is suggested donation of $10 with all proceeds going to The Trevor Project.
Drag Bingo at Iron Fish Distillery
Gather your friends and join us for an entertaining and thrilling night of bingo, hosted by our fabulous drag queens! With exciting prizes up for grabs, you won't want to miss out on the fun. Come and experience the vibrant energy and glamour of our drag performers, and enjoy the unique atmosphere of Iron Fish Distillery. This is a night you won't forget, so mark your calendars and join us for Drag Bingo at Iron Fish Distillery!
Belles & Chimes Pinball Tournament
Belles and Chimes is an international network of inclusive women's pinball leagues. We host bi-weekly tournaments at the Coin slot for women, femmes, and thems to play together in a casual and supportive environment.
No entry fee for tournament, coin drop applies (5 games, $5. but bring $8 in case you make it to finals!)
Tournaments are every other Sunday- 3/30, 4/13, 4/27, 5/11, 5/25, 6/8, 6/22, 7/6, 7/20, 8/3, 8/17, 8/31, 9/14, 9/28
Benzie Area Pride Network: Celebrate Pride! Free Dinner at St. Ambrose
Join old and new friends from the Benzie Area Pride Network for dinner, music, and fun at St. Ambrose!
LGBTQ+ Grass Volleyball League!
Get ready to spike, serve, and slay this summer with our first-ever LGBTQIA+ Grass Volleyball League, hosted in partnership with Grand Traverse Social Sports!
Whether you’re a volleyball pro or just here for the vibes, this league is all about fun, community, and showing up as your full self on the court. All skill levels are welcome!
👉 Registration open through May 23rd – grab your spot now before it fills up:
Sign Up Here
TC Pit Spitters Pride Game
Let’s Play Ball!
Celebrate Pride Night at the ballpark with the Up North Pride community!
Tickets available now at https://traverse-city-pit-spitters.nwltickets.com/Ticket/Packages
Pride Night Ticket Package includes a limited edition Pit Spitters Pride bucket hat and a ticket to Pride Night on June 12, 2025. Your hat will be available for pickup at guest services (behind sections 109 and 110) during the game.
Elev8 Climbing Meetup: Queer Night
A climbing meetup for our LGBTQIA+ community.
Details:
Friday 6pm-8pm
$15 in advance / $20 day of event
Rentals are included!
Free for members
The meetup kicks off with some light instruction and challenges/goals, and is followed by a couple hours of climbing, socializing and having fun while building relationships and expanding your comfort zone!
**Purchase our "Climb Together" shirt to wear at these meetups. Wear the shirt to Rare Bird after climbing to receive 15% off your tab!
Rainbow Beading for Teens
Come join the library and Up North Pride to bead in a supportive welcoming environment! We will have beads in all the colors of the rainbow as well as findings for necklaces, bracelets, anklets and earrings. Want to create your own color combo that celebrates your identity? Go for it!
All teens are welcome here.
Pride Ride!
Join us at F&M Park in your bike gear and pride gear for a spirited ride through downtown led by Norte!
The ride will begin at 6 pm so please join us at the park before 6 to rally up! Free admission, all ages are welcome.
Pride Ride is sponsored by
LGBTQ+ Grass Volleyball League!
Get ready to spike, serve, and slay this summer with our first-ever LGBTQIA+ Grass Volleyball League, hosted in partnership with Grand Traverse Social Sports!
Whether you’re a volleyball pro or just here for the vibes, this league is all about fun, community, and showing up as your full self on the court. All skill levels are welcome!
👉 Registration open through May 23rd – grab your spot now before it fills up:
Sign Up Here
Traverse City Roller Derby Juneteenth Open Skate
Join Traverse City Roller Derby for their pop up roller skate rink at the Grand Traverse Civic Center! Entrance and skate rentals are both $5 each.
Bring your own skates or roller blades and only pay the entrance fee.
Helmets and padding are recommended.
Come early, skate sizes are limited.
No scooters, wheelie shoes, or other wheeled toys.
UNP Book Club at The Folded Leaf
Join us and our friends at The Folded Leaf in Cedar for the Queer Book Club!
The book club will meet every other Thursday at 6pm.
LGBTQ Meet & Greet at MiddleCoast Brewing
Join us every Friday from 6-10pm for a casual meet up in a safe space for drinks and conversation!
Teen Open Mic Night
Express yourself through music, poetry, spoken word, and more at the first Up North Pride Teen Open Mic Night. A special thanks to Eugene’s Record Shop for hosting our inaugural event! Open to anyone aged 14-18, pre-registration not required.
Rainbow Run
We are thrilled to announce our third annual collaboration between Up North Pride and TART Trails for the Rainbow Run on June 21, 2025. This fun color run will take place around the Boardman Loop and promises to be a meaningful and impactful event that celebrates diversity, inclusion, and the beautiful northern Michigan community.
This event is much more than just a run or walk. It is a celebration of love, acceptance, and belonging, and an opportunity for the 2SLGBTQ+ community and their allies to come together and show their pride. It is a chance to raise awareness and support for the 2SLGBTQ+ community and to promote equality and inclusion in northern Michigan.
Run registration is now open! Click here to sign up to participate!
Want to help make this event happen? Sign up here to volunteer!!
The 2025 Rainbow Run is presented by JenTees Custom Logo Gear and Molina Healthcare.
Belles & Chimes Pinball Tournament
Belles and Chimes is an international network of inclusive women's pinball leagues. We host bi-weekly tournaments at the Coin slot for women, femmes, and thems to play together in a casual and supportive environment.
No entry fee for tournament, coin drop applies (5 games, $5. but bring $8 in case you make it to finals!)
Tournaments are every other Sunday- 3/30, 4/13, 4/27, 5/11, 5/25, 6/8, 6/22, 7/6, 7/20, 8/3, 8/17, 8/31, 9/14, 9/28
Community Movie Night: Paris is Burning!
Oryana & Up North Pride Present: PARIS IS BURNING! Wednesday, June 25th, 7pm at the State Theatre!
Where does voguing come from, and what, exactly, is throwing shade? This landmark documentary provides a vibrant snapshot of the 1980s through the eyes of New York City's African American and Latinx Harlem drag-ball scene. Made over seven years, PARIS IS BURNING offers an intimate portrait of rival fashion "houses," from fierce contests for trophies to house mothers offering sustenance in a world rampant with homophobia, transphobia, racism, AIDS, and poverty. Featuring legendary voguers, drag queens, and trans women — including Willi Ninja, Pepper LaBeija, Dorian Corey, and Venus Xtravaganza.
LGBTQ Meet & Greet at MiddleCoast Brewing
Join us every Friday from 6-10pm for a casual meet up in a safe space for drinks and conversation!
UNP Book Club at The Folded Leaf
Join us and our friends at The Folded Leaf in Cedar for the Queer Book Club!
The book club will meet every other Thursday at 6pm.
Belles & Chimes Pinball Tournament
Belles and Chimes is an international network of inclusive women's pinball leagues. We host bi-weekly tournaments at the Coin slot for women, femmes, and thems to play together in a casual and supportive environment.
No entry fee for tournament, coin drop applies (5 games, $5. but bring $8 in case you make it to finals!)
Tournaments are every other Sunday- 3/30, 4/13, 4/27, 5/11, 5/25, 6/8, 6/22, 7/6, 7/20, 8/3, 8/17, 8/31, 9/14, 9/28
Queer Fiber Arts Club
A casual meet up to work on fiber arts projects in community. Fiber arts include things like embroidery, knitting, crocheting, cross stitch, and more!
Meet by Nobo Riverside at 5:30, do brief introductions of our names and pronouns, and then get to work! We'll hang around until 7 and then go our separate ways.
Queer Fiber Arts Club meets monthly on the first Monday - 4/7, 5/5, 6/2, 7/7, 8/4
LGBTQ+ Grass Volleyball League!
Get ready to spike, serve, and slay this summer with our first-ever LGBTQIA+ Grass Volleyball League, hosted in partnership with Grand Traverse Social Sports!
Whether you’re a volleyball pro or just here for the vibes, this league is all about fun, community, and showing up as your full self on the court. All skill levels are welcome!
👉 Registration open through May 23rd – grab your spot now before it fills up:
Sign Up Here
Elev8 Climbing Meetup: Queer Night
A climbing meetup for our LGBTQIA+ community.
Details:
Friday 6pm-8pm
$15 in advance / $20 day of event
Rentals are included!
Free for members
The meetup kicks off with some light instruction and challenges/goals, and is followed by a couple hours of climbing, socializing and having fun while building relationships and expanding your comfort zone!
**Purchase our "Climb Together" shirt to wear at these meetups. Wear the shirt to Rare Bird after climbing to receive 15% off your tab!
LGBTQ+ Grass Volleyball League!
Get ready to spike, serve, and slay this summer with our first-ever LGBTQIA+ Grass Volleyball League, hosted in partnership with Grand Traverse Social Sports!
Whether you’re a volleyball pro or just here for the vibes, this league is all about fun, community, and showing up as your full self on the court. All skill levels are welcome!
👉 Registration open through May 23rd – grab your spot now before it fills up:
Sign Up Here
UNP Book Club at The Folded Leaf
Join us and our friends at The Folded Leaf in Cedar for the Queer Book Club!
The book club will meet every other Thursday at 6pm.
Belles & Chimes Pinball Tournament
Belles and Chimes is an international network of inclusive women's pinball leagues. We host bi-weekly tournaments at the Coin slot for women, femmes, and thems to play together in a casual and supportive environment.
No entry fee for tournament, coin drop applies (5 games, $5. but bring $8 in case you make it to finals!)
Tournaments are every other Sunday- 3/30, 4/13, 4/27, 5/11, 5/25, 6/8, 6/22, 7/6, 7/20, 8/3, 8/17, 8/31, 9/14, 9/28
LGBTQ+ Grass Volleyball League!
Get ready to spike, serve, and slay this summer with our first-ever LGBTQIA+ Grass Volleyball League, hosted in partnership with Grand Traverse Social Sports!
Whether you’re a volleyball pro or just here for the vibes, this league is all about fun, community, and showing up as your full self on the court. All skill levels are welcome!
👉 Registration open through May 23rd – grab your spot now before it fills up:
Sign Up Here
Traverse City Dance Project Summer Tour Performance: Frankfort
The Traverse City Dance Project's first stop on its 2025 summer performance tour across Northern Michigan featuring beautiful new works performed by our incredible professional dancers! The program boasts an impressive lineup of professional dancers from around the country and showcases new dance works by Resident Choreographer Jennifer McQuiston Lott and recent Juilliard graduate Julia Ciesielska, in collaboration with live cellist Kyle Stachnik. The second half of the program will spotlight choreography by Artistic Director Brent Whitney, set to the iconic music of Queen. The performance will be held from 7-8:30pm. Before the main event, guests can enjoy pre-show tunes by DJ Eric P starting at 6pm, setting the perfect mood for the evening ahead. Following the performance, attendees are invited to participate in a Q&A session with the dancers, musicians, choreographers, and crew, offering insight into the creative process and behind-the-scenes experiences.
6pm---pre show music
7pm--performance followed by Q&A
Event will end at 8:30pm
Free Event
UNP Book Club at The Folded Leaf
Join us and our friends at The Folded Leaf in Cedar for the Queer Book Club!
The book club will meet every other Thursday at 6pm.
Traverse City Dance Project Summer Tour Performance: Charlevoix
The second stop of Traverse City Dance Project’s 2025 summer season tour of FREE performances across Northern Michigan! The program boasts an impressive lineup of professional dancers from around the country and showcases new dance works by Resident Choreographer Jennifer McQuiston Lott and recent Juilliard graduate Julia Ciesielska, in collaboration with live cellist Kyle Stachnik. The second half of the program will spotlight choreography by Artistic Director Brent Whitney, set to the iconic music of Queen. Before the main event, guests can enjoy pre-show tunes by DJ Eric P, setting the perfect mood for the evening ahead. Following the performance, attendees are invited to participate in a Q&A session with the dancers, musicians, choreographers, and crew, offering insight into the creative process and behind-the-scenes experiences.
In addition to the performance, there will also be a FREE kids' dance class for all levels and abilities at 6:30 PM on the park lawn, taught by one of the TCDP dancers.
NOTE: This event is outdoors. Bring your own chair/blanket, as seating will not be provided. We strive to make these events as accessible as possible; please feel free to reach out if you have any specific needs.
6:30pm----free kids dance class and pre show music
7:30pm----performance followed by a Q&A
9pm----event ends
Free Event
Traverse City Dance Project Summer Tour Performance: Kalkaska
The third stop of Traverse City Dance Project’s 2025 summer season tour of FREE performances across Northern Michigan! The program boasts an impressive lineup of professional dancers from around the country and showcases new dance works by Resident Choreographer Jennifer McQuiston Lott and recent Juilliard graduate Julia Ciesielska, in collaboration with live cellist Kyle Stachnik. The second half of the program will spotlight choreography by Artistic Director Brent Whitney, set to the iconic music of Queen. Before the main event, guests can enjoy pre-show tunes by DJ Eric P, setting the perfect mood for the evening ahead. Following the performance, attendees are invited to participate in a Q&A session with the dancers, musicians, choreographers, and crew, offering insight into the creative process and behind-the-scenes experiences.
In addition to the performance, there will also be a FREE kids' dance class for all levels and abilities at 3:00 PM on the park lawn, taught by one of the TCDP dancers.
NOTE: This event is outdoors. We strive to make these events as accessible as possible; please feel free to reach out if you have any specific needs.
3:00---free kids dance class and pre show tunes
4:00---performance followed by Q&A
5:30---event ends
Free Event
Belles & Chimes Pinball Tournament
Belles and Chimes is an international network of inclusive women's pinball leagues. We host bi-weekly tournaments at the Coin slot for women, femmes, and thems to play together in a casual and supportive environment.
No entry fee for tournament, coin drop applies (5 games, $5. but bring $8 in case you make it to finals!)
Tournaments are every other Sunday- 3/30, 4/13, 4/27, 5/11, 5/25, 6/8, 6/22, 7/6, 7/20, 8/3, 8/17, 8/31, 9/14, 9/28
Traverse City Dance Project Summer Tour Performance: Traverse City
The final stop of Traverse City Dance Project’s 2025 summer season tour of FREE performances across Northern Michigan! The program boasts an impressive lineup of professional dancers from around the country and showcases new dance works by Resident Choreographer Jennifer McQuiston Lott and recent Juilliard graduate Julia Ciesielska, in collaboration with live cellist Kyle Stachnik. The second half of the program will spotlight choreography by Artistic Director Brent Whitney, set to the iconic music of Queen. Before the main event, guests can enjoy pre-show tunes by DJ Eric P, setting the perfect mood for the evening ahead. Following the performance, attendees are invited to participate in a Q&A session with the dancers, musicians, choreographers, and crew, offering insight into the creative process and behind-the-scenes experiences.
NOTE: This event is outdoors. Bring your own chair/blanket, as seating will not be provided. We strive to make these events as accessible as possible; please feel free to reach out if you have any specific needs.
6:30pm--pre-show music
7:30pm---performance followed by Q&A
9pm---event ends
Free Event
Queer Fiber Arts Club
A casual meet up to work on fiber arts projects in community. Fiber arts include things like embroidery, knitting, crocheting, cross stitch, and more!
Meet by Nobo Riverside at 5:30, do brief introductions of our names and pronouns, and then get to work! We'll hang around until 7 and then go our separate ways.
Queer Fiber Arts Club meets monthly on the first Monday - 4/7, 5/5, 6/2, 7/7, 8/4
UNP Book Club at The Folded Leaf
Join us and our friends at The Folded Leaf in Cedar for the Queer Book Club!
The book club will meet every other Thursday at 6pm.
Belles & Chimes Pinball Tournament
Belles and Chimes is an international network of inclusive women's pinball leagues. We host bi-weekly tournaments at the Coin slot for women, femmes, and thems to play together in a casual and supportive environment.
No entry fee for tournament, coin drop applies (5 games, $5. but bring $8 in case you make it to finals!)
Tournaments are every other Sunday- 3/30, 4/13, 4/27, 5/11, 5/25, 6/8, 6/22, 7/6, 7/20, 8/3, 8/17, 8/31, 9/14, 9/28
UNP Book Club at The Folded Leaf
Join us and our friends at The Folded Leaf in Cedar for the Queer Book Club!
The book club will meet every other Thursday at 6pm.
Belles & Chimes Pinball Tournament
Belles and Chimes is an international network of inclusive women's pinball leagues. We host bi-weekly tournaments at the Coin slot for women, femmes, and thems to play together in a casual and supportive environment.
No entry fee for tournament, coin drop applies (5 games, $5. but bring $8 in case you make it to finals!)
Tournaments are every other Sunday- 3/30, 4/13, 4/27, 5/11, 5/25, 6/8, 6/22, 7/6, 7/20, 8/3, 8/17, 8/31, 9/14, 9/28
UNP Book Club at The Folded Leaf
Join us and our friends at The Folded Leaf in Cedar for the Queer Book Club!
The book club will meet every other Thursday at 6pm.
Belles & Chimes Pinball Tournament
Belles and Chimes is an international network of inclusive women's pinball leagues. We host bi-weekly tournaments at the Coin slot for women, femmes, and thems to play together in a casual and supportive environment.
No entry fee for tournament, coin drop applies (5 games, $5. but bring $8 in case you make it to finals!)
Tournaments are every other Sunday- 3/30, 4/13, 4/27, 5/11, 5/25, 6/8, 6/22, 7/6, 7/20, 8/3, 8/17, 8/31, 9/14, 9/28
QUEER:SAY Storytelling
QUEER:SAY Storytelling
Queer:Say is a live storytelling show where we can reconnect through the hilarious, heartfelt, and sometimes horrifying stories that tell life’s many truths. This special edition, paired with Up North Pride, will feature storytellers from the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
House opens at 6:30pm. Event starts at 7pm.
This is a ticketed event
Parental guidance is advised
Pride Week: Sign Making Party
Join us at The Little Fleet for our annual Sign Making Party!
The Sign Making Party is your chance to make a statement and prepare for the Pride Visibility March on Saturday.
Belles & Chimes Pinball Tournament
Belles and Chimes is an international network of inclusive women's pinball leagues. We host bi-weekly tournaments at the Coin slot for women, femmes, and thems to play together in a casual and supportive environment.
No entry fee for tournament, coin drop applies (5 games, $5. but bring $8 in case you make it to finals!)
Tournaments are every other Sunday- 3/30, 4/13, 4/27, 5/11, 5/25, 6/8, 6/22, 7/6, 7/20, 8/3, 8/17, 8/31, 9/14, 9/28
Belles & Chimes Pinball Tournament
Belles and Chimes is an international network of inclusive women's pinball leagues. We host bi-weekly tournaments at the Coin slot for women, femmes, and thems to play together in a casual and supportive environment.
No entry fee for tournament, coin drop applies (5 games, $5. but bring $8 in case you make it to finals!)
Tournaments are every other Sunday- 3/30, 4/13, 4/27, 5/11, 5/25, 6/8, 6/22, 7/6, 7/20, 8/3, 8/17, 8/31, 9/14, 9/28
UNP Game Night
Join us for a game night at Intimi onMay 23rd from 6pm-8pm. Try a out a new game, play a classic favorite, or bring a game of your own!
All ages welcome.
UNP Book Club at The Folded Leaf
Join us and our friends at The Folded Leaf in Cedar for the first meeting of our Pride Book Club!
Help us with planning for the book club by filling out this quick survey!
TC Central UMC Music Midweek Series
The 2025 season of the TC Central United Methodist Church Music Midweek Series concludes on a high note with a special appearance by Andrew Dost, Grammy Award-winning musician, member of Metal Buble Trio, and founding member of the chart-topping band fun. On Wednesday, May 21 from 6:00 – 7:00 PM, audiences are invited to an unforgettable evening as Dost explores the powerful intersection of music and advocacy through performance and personal reflection.
His Music Midweek session will offer a rare, behind-the-scenes look at how music can act as both a mirror and a megaphone—reflecting social realities while amplifying messages of justice, inclusion, and empathy. All free-will donations at the Music Midweek concert event at 6 pm support The Ally Coalition.
This special event is presented in collaboration with the Reconciling Ministry of Traverse City Central United Methodist Church, a group committed to full inclusion, welcome, and affirmation of LGBTQ+ people in the life of the church and community. Prior to the performance, all are invited to a community meal in Fellowship Hall at 5:00 PM, hosted by the Reconciling Ministry. The theme: Breakfast for Dinner! The meal is free with a free-will offering, and gluten-free options will be available.
🍳 All-Church Meal: 5:00 PM | 🎶 Music Midweek: 6:00 PM
🎟 Free & open to the public
Queer Tales Book Club
Join us for Queer Tales Book Club where we chat about books that are by and/or about LGBTQIA+ people. Reading is not required, and everyone is welcome.
We hang out on the third Tuesday of the month at 7pm in the Nelson Room.
Pride Meet Up at Five Shores Brewing
Join Up North Pride and Benzie Pride Network for an evening surrounded by friends at Five Shores Brewing!
Wildflower Hike at Treat Farm Trail
Join us for a wildflower hike at Treat Farm Trail in Empire!
We'll depart from the Philip A. Hart Visitor Center at 3:00 pm. Please arrive earlier if you need to purchase a park pass or if you would like to tour the visitor center. One pass per vehicle is required, and some carpooling may be available. Parking at the visitor center does not require a park pass.
And after the hike, relax with a drink and dinner at the Pride Meetup at Five Shores Brewing!
LGBTQ Meet & Greet at MiddleCoast Brewing
Join us every Friday from 6-10pm for a casual meet up in a safe space for drinks and conversation!
Papa's Coming Home - Meet Chasten Buttigieg
Meet Local Author Chasten Buttigieg as he sits down with a guest host to discuss the universal challenges of parenthood, the genesis of his new picture book, and life in the great Michigan north!
About Papa’s Coming Home
A charming picture book about unconditional love from New York Times bestselling author Chasten Buttigieg, perfect for families who love each other the whole year through.
Jojo and Rosie’s papa has been away on a trip, and they can’t wait to welcome him home! They make signs, they pick flowers, and with Daddy’s help, they bake a cake and pack the car with absolutely everything Papa might have missed while he was away.
When Papa’s plane arrives, they give him a huge hug—but when they bring him to the car, they realize there’s one small problem: Where will Papa sit?
Delightfully illustrated by Dan Taylor, this charming story filled with love celebrates dads and familial bonds. Chasten Buttigieg shines a beautiful light on the humorous musings of toddlers and a parent’s unconditional love for their child.
Tier 1 + book $32; Tier 2 + book $22; Students $5 (no book); 2 ticket/1 book bundles available
Pride Happy Hour at Short's Pull Barn
Join us at Short’s Pull Barn in Elk Rapids for a Pride Happy Hour on Wednesday, May 14th!
Belles & Chimes Pinball Tournament
Belles and Chimes is an international network of inclusive women's pinball leagues. We host bi-weekly tournaments at the Coin slot for women, femmes, and thems to play together in a casual and supportive environment.
No entry fee for tournament, coin drop applies (5 games, $5. but bring $8 in case you make it to finals!)
Tournaments are every other Sunday- 3/30, 4/13, 4/27, 5/11, 5/25, 6/8, 6/22, 7/6, 7/20, 8/3, 8/17, 8/31, 9/14, 9/28
Traverse City Roller Derby Open Skate
Join Traverse City Roller Derby for their pop up roller skate rink at the Grand Traverse Civic Center! Entrance and skate rentals are both $5 each.
Bring your own skates or roller blades and only pay the entrance fee.
Helmets and padding are recommended.
Come early, skate sizes are limited.
No scooters, wheelie shoes, or other wheeled toys.
**There will be two sessions on Saturday, May 10th. First sessions is 3pm-5pm and 2nd session will be 6pm-8pm.
Elev8 Climbing Meetup: Queer Night
A climbing meetup for our LGBTQIA+ community.
Details:
Friday 6pm-8pm
$15 in advance / $20 day of event
Rentals are included!
Free for members
The meetup kicks off with some light instruction and challenges/goals, and is followed by a couple hours of climbing, socializing and having fun while building relationships and expanding your comfort zone!
**Purchase our "Climb Together" shirt to wear at these meetups. Wear the shirt to Rare Bird after climbing to receive 15% off your tab!
Know Your Rights with ACLU of Michigan
Join Up North Pride and the ACLU of Michigan for Know Your Rights, an evening of education and action focused on the legal challenges facing our community.
We’ll cover:
The current status of legal challenges to Executive Orders
Key issues impacting LGBTQ+ rights in Michigan today
Why solidarity across the LGBTQ+ spectrum is crucial—especially in standing up for our transgender community
This event will give you the tools to understand what’s happening, what’s at stake, and what you can do to push back.
Let’s make our voices heard—together.
All are welcome. Free to attend. Bring your questions, your friends, and your passion for justice.
If you have a specific question to ask, please send an to email info@upnorthpride.com in advance of the event so we can make sure we're covering topics people want to learn about!
If you'd prefer to join us from home via Zoom, please register here.
Up North Pride Meetup at Little Fleet!
Let’s get together to welcome warmer weather and enjoy a drink, some tasty food, and music at The Little Fleet!
Open Art Night
Join us for Open Art Night, where creativity has no limits! Whether you’re a seasoned artist, a budding painter, or just curious about trying something new, this evening is all about exploring and expressing yourself in a supportive, fun, and relaxed atmosphere.
Bring your paints, sketchpads, or any craft you’ve been meaning to try – or just come as you are! Connect with friends, make new ones, and let your imagination run free in our creative community space. All skill levels are welcome, so dive in, get inspired, and let’s create together!
Queer Fiber Arts Club
A casual meet up to work on fiber arts projects in community. Fiber arts include things like embroidery, knitting, crocheting, cross stitch, and more!
Meet by Nobo Riverside at 5:30, do brief introductions of our names and pronouns, and then get to work! We'll hang around until 7 and then go our separate ways.
Queer Fiber Arts Club meets monthly on the first Monday - 4/7, 5/5, 6/2, 7/7, 8/4
LGBTQ Meet & Greet at MiddleCoast Brewing
Join us every Friday from 6-10pm for a casual meet up in a safe space for drinks and conversation!
The State of Gender Affirming Care
Join Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan in partnership with Equality Michigan to discuss how current policy impacts gender-affirming care for trans, nonbinary, and gender-diverse people, and how we can effectively advocate to protect access to gender-affirming care!
Register at PPMI.org/gacstate
PFLAG Traverse City-Monthly Meeting
The topic this month will be about legally changing your name and other societal barriers plus time for support group discussion.
PFLAG of Traverse City hosts a monthly community meeting the first Thursday of every month.
Belles & Chimes Pinball Tournament
Belles and Chimes is an international network of inclusive women's pinball leagues. We host bi-weekly tournaments at the Coin slot for women, femmes, and thems to play together in a casual and supportive environment.
No entry fee for tournament, coin drop applies (5 games, $5. but bring $8 in case you make it to finals!)
Tournaments are every other Sunday- 3/30, 4/13, 4/27, 5/11, 5/25, 6/8, 6/22, 7/6, 7/20, 8/3, 8/17, 8/31, 9/14, 9/28
Queer Adult Prom - An Up North Pride Fundraiser
This year, our fundraising event will be PROM!
Come dance the night away at Up North Pride’s Queer Adult Prom fundraiser at Hotel Indigo.
Your ticket includes one drink token, appetizers and late night pizza, photo booth and dance party led by 2BaysDJ. Cash bar, boutoniers & corsages available for purchase.
Proceeds from this fundraiser event will support Up North Pride’s year-round operating budget.
Get your tickets now! —- THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT
(Please note - this is a 21+ event)
Sponsored by Hotel Indigo and The Fierberg National Law Group
Not able to attend but want to donate to the fundraiser? Click here!
LGBTQ Meet & Greet at MiddleCoast Brewing
Join us every Friday from 6-10pm for a casual meet up in a safe space for drinks and conversation!
Transgender, Non-Binary, & Gender Non-Conforming Group
Our next Trans, Nonbinary, Gender Non-Conforming Group meetup will be Thursday, April 24th at the Community Room at Oryana Co-Op West (US 31 location).
This month’s meeting will be a Show & Tell night — bring an object for a show and tell OR bring a slide deck for a presentation on a special interest (max 5 minutes per presentation).
No registration is needed, but if you have any questions you may contact us at info@upnorthpride.com
Earth Day Clothing Swap at the Dennos
Join us in celebrating Earth Day with a fun and eco-friendly clothing swap! This free event is a perfect opportunity to refresh your wardrobe sustainably, connect with your community, and reduce waste.
Bring gently used clothes, shoes, and accessories for teens & adults. Donations not required to take clothes.
*We are especially looking for gender affirming and expansive clothing, workwear, and plus-size clothes.*
All remaining items will be taken to NMC's clothing closets for students or to the Women’s Resource Center. This event is held in partnership with NMC Student Services, NMC Pride, Penny Lane, Slip Vintage, and Up North Pride.
Donation Drop-Off Locations & Times
DENNOS MUSEUM CENTER
April 15th - 22nd | 11am - 3pm
SLIP VINTAGE
April 17th - 21st | M, Th - Sat 11am - 6pm, Sun 11am - 4pm
INNOVATION CENTER WELCOME DESK
April 15th - 18th | 8am - 5pm
UNIVERSITY CENTER WELCOME DESK
April 15th - 18th | 8am - 5pm
LGBTQ Meet & Greet at MiddleCoast Brewing
Join us every Friday from 6-10pm for a casual meet up in a safe space for drinks and conversation!
Game Night
Join us for a game night at Secondhand Social Club on April 18th from 6pm-8pm. Try a out a new game, play a classic favorite, or bring a game of your own!
All ages welcome.
Drag Trivia at Short's Pull Barn!
Put your knowledge to the test with a special Up North Pride Drag Trivia Night at the Short’s Pull Barn in Elk Rapids, hosted by the one and only Miss Mercedes Benz-Over!
Queer Tales Book Club
Join us for Queer Tales Book Club where we chat about books that are by and/or about LGBTQIA+ people. Reading is not required, and everyone is welcome.
We hang out on the third Tuesday of the month at 7pm in the Nelson Room.
Belles & Chimes Pinball Tournament
Belles and Chimes is an international network of inclusive women's pinball leagues. We host bi-weekly tournaments at the Coin slot for women, femmes, and thems to play together in a casual and supportive environment.
No entry fee for tournament, coin drop applies (5 games, $5. but bring $8 in case you make it to finals!)
Tournaments are every other Sunday- 3/30, 4/13, 4/27, 5/11, 5/25, 6/8, 6/22, 7/6, 7/20, 8/3, 8/17, 8/31, 9/14, 9/28