the Montrose Center

Moonwalk Tournament Series 91 - 112/113
2025-02-27 19:00 - 23:00 (America/Chicago)
Moonwalk is a local Super Smash Bros. Melee Tournament that is open to the public. This will be hosted by members of the Moonwalk Tournament Series Team, a regular host of tournaments at the Montrose Center. This event will begin at 7 and will be open until 11PM. Please contact the head organizer at 281-794-3959 or at zertuche.cristian@gmail.com for more information.C. Zertuche

Community Shine - 112/113
2025-03-01 12:00 - 16:00
Free Event- An Education on Leather Care and Bootblacking

Our current reigning Bayou City Bootblack 2023 & 2024, Licia Torres, Mr. Houston Leather 2024, Ricky Stratton Box, & Ms. Houston Leather 2024, Scarlet Delaney, together with Houston TX Leather Productions, Presents:

Community Shine

During this premiere in person event, Licia and Scarlet will teach you how to care for your leathers! Have you ever been curious about bootblacking? Have you a desire to learn a new skill to add to your repertoire? Do you ever fantasize about devoting service in caring for that special human’s leathers? Here is your chance!

Licia has made a long commitment to her local community to teach and invest in assisting to raise up the next generations of bootblacks. Scarlet has made a commitment to inclusivity and education in the Houston community. Their sash sibling Ricky has dedicated time and energy in holding space, supporting, and spreading love and positivity to the community. This event is for anyone who wishes to learn more about the care of leather items and garments from a 2-time holding title winner! Her years of experience and wisdom are invaluable to learn from no matter where you are on your journey. The rich culture and history in the Leather Community has shifted and changed over the decades. Leather Community is inclusive and diverse place welcoming to all human and critters! If you have interest, then you belong! Leather care is an important skill set to extend the life of our garments, gear, and boots (even if you don’t own any yet)!

Bring your leather and bootblacking kits!

As it has been said by others before us:

” …Leather is NOT what we wear, but it is who we are and how we carry ourselves in the world.”

Don’t discount yourself or your journey. You matter, even if today is the first tentative step into your Leather Journey. Welcome! You belong here! We are excited to meet you! Come share space and connect with your local Leather Community!S. Delaney

An Afternoon with Nick Fish of AHA - 106
2025-03-01 15:00 - 16:30
Nick Fish is the new Executive Director of the American Humanist Association.A. Potaman

Ballroom Kiki Lounge - 107
2025-03-02 20:30 - 23:00
Safe space for ballroom creatives to share, congregate, and practice.S. Love

Asia J. Foster Vigil -107
2025-03-06 19:00 - 20:00
Candlelight vigil for Asia Foster on 3/6, her birthday and recognize justice was served with a 33-year prison sentence for her murderer.

T. Scales

Poppy's Run Packet Pick Up -106
2025-03-07 16:00 - 19:00
Second annual Poppy’s Run For Life! Suicide rates are on the rise in The United States. Suicide is a leading cause of death in the U.S. with 45,979 deaths in 2020. This is about one death every 11 minutes. The number of people who attempt or think about suicide is even higher. Suicide affects the health and well-being of surviving family, friends, co-workers, loved ones and the community.

We are receiving support from the community and a large crowd of walkers and runners who will participate in the 5K race. Proceeds will again go to the Montrose Center and Alexander JFS Houston which offer suicide prevention and awareness.M. Jones

Bringin' in the Green 2025
2025-03-13 17:00 - 20:00
33rd Annual Bringin’ In The Green

Join us for LGBTQ Houston’s favorite St. Patrick’s Day celebration!

When: Thursday, March 13, 5:00–8:00 PM Host: Chris Robertson

What to Expect: Open bar Hors d’oeuvres Luxury silent auction Golden Ticket Experience: Exclusive bar access and a rooftop patio with stunning views of Montrose and Downtown

Tickets & Sponsorships:Tickets start at $50, and sponsorships begin at $275. Thanks to our hosts’ generous underwriting, 100% of proceeds benefit the Montrose Center, empowering Houston’s LGBTQ community since 1978.

Attire: Business casual—don’t forget to wear green! Parking: Limited parking available. We recommend Uber/Lyft. Free parking is available at Legacy Community Health (1415 California St, Lots B & C).

After Party: Continue the celebration at Catbirds, 1336 Westheimer Rd Suite C.

Get Your Tickets: Visit the event page or contact Event Lead Taylor Mabrie at (713) 529-0037 ext. 391 or tmabrie@montrosecenter.org.

Let’s celebrate and make a difference together!

#BringinInTheGreen #MontroseCenter #HoustonLGBTQIAPlus #StPatricksDay

Click Here

Moonwalk Tournament Series 92 - 106
2025-03-13 19:00 - 23:00

Ballroom Practice - 107
2025-03-14 20:00 - 23:30
Space where ballroom participants come and have a time engaging with each other by voguing , talking, practicing runway.

S. Love

The Dangers of Christian Nationalism - 112/113
2025-03-15 14:30 - 17:00
During SHORE’s monthly meeting we will learn about the Dangers of Christian Nationalism from an atheist and a progressive Christian. They will team up to educate us on these questions: What is Christian Nationalism? Why is it bad? What can you do about it?

K. Rhodes

Houston Transgender Support Group - 106
2025-03-17 19:30 - 20:30
The Houston Transgender Support Group is an in-person support group that meets every other Monday at 7:30 p.m. The group is a safe space for transgender adults, those questioning and their support. The group is led by a moderator with a topic each week that is followed by an open forum.J. Gunning

Transgender Day of Visibility Celebration - 106 & 107
2025-03-21 18:00 - 22:00
Join us as this event aims to celebrate and empower trans individuals, educate the community, and strengthen connections. It will provide a safe, affirming space to highlight trans resilience, share success stories, and recognize community leaders. We will have educational workshops, promote allyship and connect attendees with vital resources for healthcare. A key focus will be HIV prevention and inclusive, gender-affirming care, ensuring that trans individuals have access to culturally competent services and accurate health information.G. Pacheco

Texas Showdown Training Room - 106
2025-03-22 12:00 - 18:00
In preparation for Texas Showdown I am hosting a training camp for all Houston players. All players representing their game is more than welcome to join us. Street Fighter 6, Tekken 8, Gulity Gear Strive, Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising, and Guilty gear Xrd Rev 2 will be the main tournament games being hosted. I will also be raffling off a leverless controller for those that attend with bonus entries for each game you enter. This is an all inclusive event. We welcome all ages/orientations as the Fight Game Community.J. Wilkins

Trans Bingo - 112/113
2025-03-23 15:00 - 19:00
Join us for a fun game of bingo

G. Pacheco

Moonwalk tournament Series 93 - 112/113
2025-03-27 19:00 - 23:00
Moonwalk is a local Super Smash Bros. Melee Tournament that is open to the public. This will be hosted by members of the Moonwalk Tournament Series Team, a regular host of tournaments at the Montrose Center. This event will begin at 7 and will be open until 11PM. Please contact the head organizer at 281-794-3959 or at zertuche.cristian@gmail.com for more information.

C. Zertuche

Formal Dinner Service Training - 112/113
2025-03-30 10:00 - 12:00
Dinner service training for Houston Spirit of Leather Awards Dinner.

L. Powell

Transgender day of Visibility - 106 & 107
2025-03-31 18:00 - 20:00
Join us for The Montrose Center’s Trans Day of Visibility Rally on Monday, March 31, from 6–8 PM — a night to uplift, empower, and honor trans lives! This rally is free to attend and open to all!

What to expect: Powerful community speakers Calls to action from fierce advocacy leaders Drag performances that give life Resource fair with support + connections Interactive art to create and share Located in Rooms 106 & 107 at The Montrose Center

Let’s show up, speak out, and celebrate trans joy, resilience, and power!

UH LGBTQ Alumni Network Open Board Meeting & Social - 114
2025-04-02 18:30 - 19:30
Join the University of Houston’s LGBTQ Alumni Network for our first public board meeting in 5 years followed by a social on Wednesday, April 2nd from 6:30pm – 7:45pm at the Montrose Center to meet our board, see how we conduct business, and learn how you can get involved!J. Gonzales

Community Advisory Board Meeting -112/113
2025-04-03 17:30 - 20:00 | the Montrose Center, 401 Branard St., Houston, TX, United States
CAB meeting

J. Quiroz

Houston Oasis Sunday Gathering - 106
2025-04-06 10:00 - 13:00
Houston Oasis is a secular community that meets weekly on Sunday mornings to enjoy fascinating talks, live music, and conversation. We are part of the Oasis Network of secular communities. You can learn more at http://www.HoustonOasis.org These five core values define the Oasis community: -People are more important than beliefs-Reality is known through reason-Meaning comes from making a difference-Human hands solve human problems-Be accepting and be acceptedA. Potaman

Houston Oasis Sunday Gathering - 111
2025-04-06 10:00 - 12:00

Next Steps in Building Community - 111
2025-04-10 18:30 - 20:30 | the Montrose Center, 401 Branard St., Houston, TX, United States
Discussion of how working people can fight against deportations, war, and other issues within the current climate.B. Harrison

Moonwalk Tournament Series 94 - 106
2025-04-10 19:00 - 23:00

NLA Houston Spring Iniquity - 106/107
2025-04-12 08:00 - 19:00
NLA – Houston’s Spring Iniquity, a Leather Fest

NLA Houston's Spring Iniquity - 114
2025-04-12 08:00 - 19:00
April is NLA – Houston’s birthday as an organization and as stated in our mission statement, we serve and support of our community through education, outreach, and community service. Every year in April, we provide a day of educational classes on different aspects of the BDSM lifestyle and keeping our mission statement in mind, we intend to dispel stereotypes, misconceptions, and media misrepresentation.

NLA Houston's Spring Iniquity - 111
2025-04-12 08:00 - 19:00

NLA Houston's Spring Iniquity - 112/113
2025-04-12 08:00 - 19:00

Houston Transgender Support Group - 106
2025-04-14 19:30 - 20:30, 2025-04-28 19:30 - 20:30
The Houston Transgender Support Group is an in-person support group that meets every other Monday at 7:30 p.m. The group is a safe space for transgender adults, those questioning and their support. The group is led by a moderator with a topic each week that is followed by an open forum.

J. Gunning

Empowering Our Future Gala 2025
2025-04-26 19:00 - 23:00 | The Ballroom at Bayou Place, 500 Texas St, Houston, Texas, 77002
Not your average gala! Don’t miss the entertainment-packed, costume-filled show!

– Internationally acclaimed LGBTQ+ talent– Great crowd of LGBTQ+ community leaders and friends– Delicious dinner with inspiring program– Benefiting Hatch Youth’s comprehensive LGBTQ+ youth services

ThemeJoin us Under the Big Top for an entertainment-packed circus-themed show, featuring your favorite international and local acts.

AttireDress inspired by circus flair or in your best cocktail attire. Costume and drag encouraged!

Reserve your seats today!Tables $2,000+ | Tickets $200+Prefer to make your reservation offline?Please contact Director of Development Meleah Jones at mjones@montrosecenter.org.Interested in joining our team of Table Hosts?Simply purchase a table or contact mjones@montrosecenter.org if you plan to organize a table of paying guests.

ParkingGuest are encouraged to carpool or to hire a Lyft. $20 On-Site Valet and $20 underground parking available. Street parking may also be available. See Photos from Last Year’s ShowClick here to enjoy photos from last year’s Animation Nation event.Huge Thanks to Our Sponsors!

Big Top SponsorsThe Ballroom at Bayou PlaceCharles Caliva & Kim GustavssonConcierge TravelCarousel SponsorSouthwest Airlines

Q’s? Need More Information?Please contact Director of Development Meleah Jones.(713)800-0872 | mjones@montrosecenter.org

We look forward to celebrating with you!

Hurry! Step right up & Join us at the circus!
