Part of the Gay San Diego Guide — bars, events & things to do.
Friday, October 23, 2026
BRÜT — the touring underground gay circuit party (founded in NYC in 2013 by DJ Dan Darlington) — brings its Halloween edition to San Diego. Expect a big-room dance floor and a come-as-you-are, libertine crowd. Venue and set times firm up closer to the date; check brutparty.com for tickets.
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Sat, Jul 11
11 AM - 2 PM
Hillcrest
Annual Dyke March through Hillcrest on July 11 at 11am — centering LGBTQ+ women, nonbinary, and sapphic community a week before San Diego Pride weekend. Free.
Wed, Jul 15
7 PM - 8:30 PM
St. Paul's Episcopal Cathedral
Free interfaith service kicking off San Diego Pride week at St. Paul's Episcopal Cathedral — LGBTQ+ faith leaders, music, and reflection on July 15 at 7pm.
Thu, Jul 16
4 PM - 2 AM
Hillcrest
The Hillcrest Block Party kicks off San Diego Pride July 16-17, 2026 - a 21+ two-night street party at the Hillcrest Pride Flag with DJs, drag, a Ferris wheel, and the Stonewall Rally.
Fri, Jul 17
6 PM - 7 PM
Hillcrest
Free rally opening San Diego Pride weekend on July 17 at 6pm in Hillcrest — speakers, live performances, and the Pride flag raising at 535 Robinson Ave.
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