Spooky season has ended, but November promises an array of exciting queer events to chase away the post-October blues. From kinky club nights to an early start on the festive season, November will be a jam-packed month of happenings.
Miss Matched
November 13 | The George, Dublin
GCN presents Miss Matched, a brand-new event for LGBTQ+ singles and anyone looking to meet new people or make connections. Hosted by drag power couple Miss Taken and Miss Roots, aka The Misses, the night promises a welcoming, fun-filled environment with drag, interactive games and spot prizes. The night gives people the perfect opportunity to mingle and make new connections, all while raising much-needed funds to support Ireland’s free, independent LGBTQ+ media, GCN. Get your tickets here.
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Giftmas Day with Paul Ryder and Nadine Coyle
November 5 | Dundrum Town, Dublin
With Christmas around the corner, Dundrum Town is kicking off the festivities with their Giftmas Day, which will see Girls Aloud star Nadine Coyle switch on the new Christmas lights. The free event will be hosted by drag performer Paul Ryder, who will appear as a glamorous Mrs Claus, and will include a live performance by Coyle. Find out more here.
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Whorlasmz – They are, I am, feeding you myself Exhibition
November 5-21 | Gallery X, Dublin
Next on our list of events, emerging Black queer Dublin artist Whorlasmz will launch their solo show on November 5, and it will run until November 21. The multimedia self-portraiture and illustration exhibition will explore themes of identity and sexuality through repeated figures resembling the artist. Find out more about the show here.
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Unmasking Nature
November 6-22 | The Bank, The Digital Hub, Dublin
Unmasking Nature is a free multisensory exhibition exploring the connections between neurodiversity, biodiversity, and our relationship with nature. Led by queer neurodivergent artist Alan James Burns, the exhibition will run from November 6 to 22. Find more information here.
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OinK The Pig Pen
November 7 | DV8 Bar & Venue, Dublin
Out in Kink (OinK) will host The Pig Pen for an evening of sweaty, fun-filled kink. Special guest Rob Tibia, Co-Founder of Dance to the Underground, Dublin’s queer alternative night, will be bringing his sound to DV8. Tickets are available here.
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Say No to NGS 2.0 Protest
November 10 | The Dáil, Dublin
With over 2,200 signatures on their open letter, including over 50 community and political organisations, join Trangress the NGS for a protest outside the Dáil at 1pm on November 10, demanding action on the new model of trans healthcare. Under the new model, trans individuals would be referred by their GP to the HSE Gender Service, where they would again be placed on a waitlist. More information on the protest is available here.
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Heartlands Pride Athlone Community Think In
November 13 | The Shamrock Lodge Hotel, Athlone
Next on our list of November events, Heartlands Pride Athlone are hosting a Think In for 2027. Topics to be discussed include how to make Athlone more LGBTQ+ inclusive, encouraging organisations to get involved in the 2027 Pride Programme and Parade, and goals for the coming year. They are looking for community organisations, businesses, volunteer groups, unions, youth organisations, artists and musicians to join. Anyone interested in attending the event can do so by filling out the form here.
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The Fantasy Ball
November 13 | The Pav, Cork
Bringing back the spirit of the legendary ’90s sapphic scene, the iconic Fantasy Ball makes its highly anticipated return this November. With a theme of Evolutions // Revolutions, the night promises debauchery, big laughs and top-tier entertainment. Laura Lavelle will MC the event with live music from The Kates, a DJ set from DJ Jen and a closing act by DJ Katiee.eem. Join the waiting list for tickets here.
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Girly Pop Dublin
November 17 | Trinity College, Dublin
This Dublin walking tour runs from Trinity College to Temple Bar, with Dublin’s history told as pure gossip, finishing with a glittery Guinness. Following popular Girly Pop tours in Europe, the event will launch in the Irish capital on November 17. Find further information on the event here.
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Kylie: In My Eyes
November 19 | The Sugar Club, Dublin
Following a sold-out premiere in London, Rudi Douglas brings Kylie: In My Eyes to Dublin for one night only. Inspired by his impromptu duet with Kylie Minogue at the launch of her Netflix documentary, the show is an intimate evening of storytelling and music that explores Douglas’ lifelong connection to Kylie’s songs. Tickets are available here.
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International Day for the Elimination of Gender Violence March
November 25 | Barnardo Square, Dublin
A march will take place from Barnardo Square to the Department of Justice on November 25, as part of International Day for the Elimination of Gender Violence. The march will be an anti-racist, anti-fascist, pro-trans and pro-Palestine space and will be held in solidarity with workers and young people around the world rising up against oppression. For information on the march, see here.
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SWEATBOX: DADDY V TWINK
November 27 | The Grand Social, Dublin
The monthly club night returns as Sweatbox takes over The Grand Social for Daddy v Twink, a night described as silver foxes versus pretty boys through intergenerational intense dancing and filthy beats. Grab a ticket here.
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These are just some of the queer events happening in Ireland this November. If you think we’ve missed any, get in touch at [email protected].
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