Get ready for a night of creativity and community at our Queer Open Mic Night! 🎤

Join us and Quills & Queers on Thursday, March 12th at Tokyo Kitty for a vibrant evening showcasing the incredible talent of the local queer community and allies. Sign-ups start at 6pm, open mic starts at 6:30pm!

Whether you’re a poet, musician, comedian, storyteller, or any other kind of creative, we want to see you here. This is an open and supportive space where you can share your work, try out new material, or simply enjoy some amazing art.

See you there!

18+ | Free

we're playing kickball with HotMess Sports Cincinnati!!! join us for our second annual Sapphic Kicks, a free open play sapphic kickball game at Salway Park for the sapphic community! come to play or come to watch! after party at Tillie's Lounge from 3pm-5pm!

want to play? sign up through the link below!

https://hotmesssports.sportngin.com/register/form/305350267

What does "sapphic" mean? An umbrella term for women and gender non-conforming individuals, who are attracted to women. It's a broader term than "lesbian" and encompasses individuals who may identify as lesbian, bisexual, pansexual, or other queer orientations, as well as trans, non-binary, and cisgender women. Think ABCD, Anyone But Cis Dudes

#lgbtq #sapphic #cincinnati #kickball

Put your boots on, we’re line dancing! Join Midwestern Lesbian and Bree Reynolds from The Ritz Ballroom at The Clubhouse at Rhinegeist for a night of cold drinks, great music, and the BEST vibes in Cincinnati.

Dear Girls, Gays and Theys,
By order of The Traitors, you have been invited to a finale watch party on February 26th, starting at 8pm, at The Pitch in Cincinnati, Oh. Will the Traitors prevail or will the faithfuls be successful at banishing them all? Only one way to find out. Stay after the finale episode to watch the reunion with all the tea, drama, and murderous details.

join us for a modern mix tape swap next Wednesday at HomeMakers Bar! 💿🎶
make a mix or share your favorite playlist! find new music and meet new people! bring physical cds, QR codes, or send directly to your peers. swapping starts at 6pm until 9pm! happy hour until 7pm

Join us for an afternoon of community and wheel throwing potter at Queen City Clay with Midwestern Lesbian! Tickets include a pottery wheel throwing class with Queen City Clay, one creation, glazing and firing! Don't forget, BYOB!

What does "sapphic" mean? An umbrella term for women and gender non-conforming individuals, who are attracted to women. It's a broader term than "lesbian" and encompasses individuals who may identify as lesbian, bisexual, pansexual, or other queer orientations, as well as trans, non-binary, and cisgender women. Think ABCD, Anyone But Cis Dudes

it's time for another love ballad karaoke song, sang by a gay person at tokyo kitty
join us at Tokyo Kitty for Queer Karaoke Night on February 19th! come and enjoy karaoke, drinks, Cincy Photo Booth, and performances by Fifi LeFay and Indica Blows!!
attendees must register to attend through the ticket link

We are so excited to be hosting our 2nd Annual Sapphic Sips Anniversary Party, presented by Rhinegeist Brewery!

Join us on Friday February 13th, starting at 7:30pm, in The Clubhouse at Rhinegeist Brewery for an evening of sapphic community, music by DJ Nymph, drink specials, photo ops, a raffle and more!

This year’s theme: Sappho’s Disco! Think pinks, reds and oranges mixed with bell bottoms, velvet and sequins!

Join us for a night of crafting, love, drinks and community! Make your own handmade valentine's for your crush, friend, or lover(s)! All materials provided

Tired of dating apps? Want to meet other sapphics without the weird small talk at the bar? Join us for Sapphic Speed Dating, a low-pressure speed dating night for the sapphics!

We’ll guide you through a variety of short, one-on-one convos, think flirty, awkward, and maybe chaotic, in the best way. There will be music, drinks, name tags, and some post-event matchmaking!

This night is for anyone 21+ who identifies somewhere on the sapphic spectrum and wants to meet others who do too. Whether you’re looking for a date, a friend with benefits, or just someone to watch But I’m a Cheerleader with, you just might meet them here.

Tickets are limited so we can keep it intimate and fun, so snag yours early!

Located at 9176 Winton Rd. Cincinnati, OH

Late Bloomer is back and we're taking over Braxton Brewing in Covington! Late Bloomer is an evening for sapphic identifying people who are 30 years or older. Come and meet other sapphics in the community, support a local business, play games, drink and have fun! Starts at 6pm

What does "sapphic" mean? An umbrella term for women and gender non-conforming individuals, who are attracted to women. It's a broader term than "lesbian" and encompasses individuals who may identify as lesbian, bisexual, pansexual, or other queer orientations, as well as trans, non-binary, and cisgender women. Think ABCD, Anyone But Cis Dudes

Join us for our first Sapphic Sips of 2026! We're taking over Winterhaus at Fountain Square. This is a new tradition that celebrates Fountain Square as Cincinnati's own front yard! Winterhaus is a heated, glass-enclosed, 65ft x 65ft tented retreat in the heart of Downtown Cincinnati, complete with a full bar! Sapphic Sips starts at 5pm and goes until 8pm! We'll have name tags, games, drinks and more. See y'all there!

What does "sapphic" mean? An umbrella term for women and gender non-conforming individuals, who are attracted to women. It's a broader term than "lesbian" and encompasses individuals who may identify as lesbian, bisexual, pansexual, or other queer orientations, as well as trans, non-binary, and cisgender women. Think ABCD, Anyone But Cis Dudes

Have you ever said “I don’t know what to do with my hands” or “we never know how to stand together”?
This class is for anyone who wants to feel more comfortable in photos; by yourself, with a partner or with friends!
Join us at the Midwestern Lesbian office January 25th for an every day posing class with

Join Midwestern Lesbian and Bree Reynolds from The Ritz Ballroom at Rhinegeist Taproom for a night of cold drinks, great music, and the BEST vibes in Cincinnati. New to line dancing? No problem! We have an hour class from 6:30-7:30 to get you ready to dance the night away. Tickets are pre-sale only.

We all know how hard it is to make friends as an adult, especially when you’re trying to find friendships within the LGBTQ+ community. Join us at Rhinegeist Brewery at 6pm for Friend Request, a queer speed friending event, welcome to anyone within the LGBTQ+ community!

Instead of navigating awkward small talk, we’ll use fun, curated prompts to get right to what matters: shared interests, local favorites, and what makes a great friend. Whether you're new to the city, looking to expand your social circle, or just want to meet other queer people, this is the place to be!

Details:
Location: Rhinegeist Brewery Taproom - 1910 Elm St. Cincinnati, OH 45202
Timeframe: 6pm-9pm
Check-in: 6pm-6:30pm
Round 1: ~ 6:30pm
Round 2: ~ 7:30pm
Mingling: ~ 8:30pm

This event is for anyone in the LGBTQ+ community who is 21+

It's 2026 and we're back with a Stitch N' Bitch! Bring your current fiber arts craft, start something new, or just come and bitch! Starts at 6pm with happy hour until 7pm! We'll be stitchin' and bitchin' until 9pm!

In this hands-on beginner workshop, we’ll dive into the foundations of photography. From understanding your camera and shooting in manual mode to finding great light, composing your shots, and editing your images with intention. You’ll learn how aperture, shutter speed, and ISO work together to create properly exposed photos, as well as how to use composition and lighting to tell a story. We’ll also practice posing and directing subjects naturally, making people feel comfortable in front of the camera, and developing your own creative style. Whether you’re using a DSLR, mirrorless, or your phone, you’ll leave with the confidence to capture genuine, meaningful moments and a solid understanding of how to bring your creative vision to life. 

Join us on December 19th at 7pm for a night of community and hand building pottery at Queen City Clay with Midwestern Lesbian! Tickets include a clay hand building class with Queen City Clay, one creation, glazing and firing! BYOB! 

We're celebrating the holidays at The Pitch for their holiday pop up, Pitchmas! Join us for Sapphic Sipsmas, a Sunday made for celebrating the holidays with our sapphic community. An afternoon filled with drink specials, photo ops, the holiday spirit and more!

RSVP through the Pinyada app to let us know you'll be there!

What does "sapphic" mean? An umbrella term for women and gender non-conforming individuals, who are attracted to women. It's a broader term than "lesbian" and encompasses individuals who may identify as lesbian, bisexual, pansexual, or other queer orientations, as well as trans, non-binary, and cisgender women. Think ABCD, Anyone But Cis Dudes

Cuffing Season is upon us and we’re here to help you find your match!

Join us at Oddfellow's Liquor Bar for Cuffing Season: A Sapphic Singles Night, presented by Pinyada!

This event is designed to help the single sapphic community find your next romance, friendship, business connection or just a little winter fun

Your ticket includes entry to a night of games, conversation starters, crafts, and more! Come ready to talk, mingle, and meet other singles in the area

This event is powered by Pinyada an event management social platform. Pinyada is your secret weapon for building real relationships!

How to join:
1. Grab your ticket through the Pinyada app or website
2. Then join us at Oddfellow’s Liquor Bar on December 12th from 7pm-11pm, meet people, step outside of your comfort zone and make connections!
3. After the event, scroll through the RSVP list to find people you talked with, or didn’t have the chance to talk to, and request to match with them directly through the app, you can even do this anonymously! Whether it's for romance, friendship or a business connection.
If it’s a match, chat directly with your matches through the app, even after the event. Giving you the opportunity to build real connections beyond the event.

What does "sapphic" mean? An umbrella term for women and gender non-conforming individuals, who are attracted to women. It's a broader term than "lesbian" and encompasses individuals who may identify as lesbian, bisexual, pansexual, or other queer orientations, as well as trans, non-binary, and cisgender women. Think ABCD, Anyone But Cis Dudes

Mark your calendars! Join us for our Queer Owned Holiday Market on Sunday, December 7th, from 12PM-4PM in the Signature Room and Lounge at Rhinegeist Brewery! 🎁

Get some items for your holiday shopping and discover unique gifts from incredible local LGBTQIA+ entrepreneurs. We're featuring a curated selection of vendors, including several amazing businesses who are also part of our "12 Days of Queermas" series!

Come grab a drink, connect with community, and shop with intention. See you there!

we know you have some mugs collecting dust in the back of your cabinet. bring them to our mug trading night and bring a new replacement home! ☕️
grab a mug and bring it to trade with other mug lovers!
trading starts at 6pm, happy hour until 7pm, trading until 9pm!

Join us at HomeMakers Bar for a Mini Market! Highlighting local small businesses around Cincinnati! Support local and shop through vintage clothing, curated items, artwork, reworked pieces, coffee and more!

Vendors:
Crystal Prophecy Vintage
Reworked by Sav
Oro Beauty Collective
Topia Coffee Coop

Market starts at 1pm, see y'all there!

it's the biggest going out night of the year, so join us at HomeMakers Bar for Drinksgiving!

food & drink specials:

$5 gravy backs

$5 pickle backs

$8 franksgiving dogs: hot dog with mashed potatoes, pickled green beans & cranberry ketchup

this is a night you won't want to miss!