QUEERLY BELOVED

Queerly Beloved events are crafted to encourage connection and community through the curation of underground artist reviews, shows, and dance parties. Our party is open to all members of the LGBTQ+ community, and we strive to feature a range of queer femme, fat, QTBIPOC, trans artists. Our annual Queerly Beloved Queer Pride Party, established in 2009, is our main act; Queerly Beloved also has moments during Folsom, Halloween, New Year’s Eve, and occasionally a Spring dance. Queerly Beloved is a DIY affair – we throw events when and where we can and never take corporate partnerships. Our events are made possible through ticket sales and collaboration with iconic Bay Area institutions like El Rio and 1015 Folsom.

Peaches at Queerly Beloved 2023 / 1015 Folsom / photo by Niko Storment

At Queerly Beloved, we know that nightlife is more than just a party. By creating a space where people can express themselves freely and without fear of judgment, we’re helping to build a community that’s stronger, more resilient, and more empowered.

Our events feature some of the most exciting and talented performers in the Bay Area and beyond, from DJs to drag performers to burlesque dancers and more. In 2023 we featured the international superstar Peaches, as well as folks like Venus Bizarre and Mahx Aorta. We also partner with local organizations to raise awareness and funds for important causes, including sex worker rights, healthcare access for marginalized communities, easy access to life-saving NARCAN, and support for trans individuals.

Follow us on Instagram @queerlybelovedsf for updates on our upcoming events! Join us on the dance floor and be part of the Queerly Beloved family.

NEXT UP: QUEERLY BELOVED 2024

QUEERLY BELOVED RETURNS WITH A BRAND NEW QUEER DANCE PARTY FOR 2023

San Francisco, CA – Queerly Beloved, the popular daytime party founded by Courtney Trouble in 2009, is back in 2024 with more breathtaking underground queer art and music on June 30th, Returning as co-host and headlining DJ is the one and only DJ YourMuther, aka Irene Urias. With her LA DJ prowess and co-founding of Lez Croix, YourMuther is sure to keep the party going all night long.

“Queerly Beloved has always been about creating a salacious, sweaty, and unforgettable experience for our community,” says Courtney Trouble. “We’re thrilled to be back and bringing our new nighttime party to what’s sure to be a wild week!”

As always, Queerly Beloved is committed to being a queer, punk, and kink-positive place that benefits local businesses, indie art projects, and non-profit organizations. The party is run by sex workers and employs mostly femme, POC DJs and performers.

For press inquiries or to get involved in the event as a vendor, performer, sponsor, dancer, artist, or more, please contact courtneytrouble@gmail.com


Hall of Fame: Peaches, Gangsta Boo, Mimi Tempestt, Younger Lovers, Micahtron, GAYmous, King Saturn, Dorian Faust, DUBAIS, Ah Mer Ah Su, Alotta Boutte, Icy Lytes, Vagina Jenkins, Tragik, Skylar Love, Cinnamon Maxxine, Lexi FemmeAsFuck, Chelsea Starr, DJ Durt, Bianca Oblivion, Venus in Furs, DavO, Dylan Ryan, Rae Threat, Ajapop, and Jiz Lee

Gangsta Boo aka Lola
We love you Lola, RIP <3

QUEERLY BELOVED was conceived in Bay Area artist and porn maker COURTNEY TROUBLE’s backyard during a Pride year when everything seemed to be way too expensive (2009, to be exact!) and is now a thriving queer party production project.

The main goal of QUEERLY BELOVED is to provide a salacious, sweaty, and heavenly queer dance party. We will never have corporate pride sponsorship. We benefit local businesses, indie art projects, and non-profit organizations. We employ mostly femme, POC DJs and performers. We are run by sex workers and remain a queer, punk, and kink-positive place.

Queerly Beloved founder, queer porn icon Courtney Trouble

Queerly Beloved features a variety of music genres, including pop, dance, and electronic music, and often features drag performances, go-go dancers, and other entertainment. The party is held at different venues around San Francisco, and usually takes place on weekends.

The event is organized by a group of LGBTQ+ individuals who are dedicated to creating a safe and inclusive space for people to come together and celebrate their identities. The organizers also aim to raise awareness and funds for various LGBTQ+ causes and organizations through the event.

Queerly Beloved has become a popular event in San Francisco’s LGBTQ+ nightlife scene and attracts a diverse crowd of people who are looking to dance, have fun, and connect with others in the community.