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5 LGBTQ Holiday Movies Available To Stream For Free

If your holiday traditions include cuddling up and watching movies, chances are they are staples in most American homes. A Christmas Story, Elf, National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, The Grinch. All of them classics, all of them great, all of them straight. As a queer person, it can be discouraging to not see yourself reflected on […]

Crumbl Cookies founder Sawyer Hemsley comes out as gay

In a heartfelt Instagram post on August 25, 2025, Sawyer Hemsley — co-founder and Chief Branding Officer of Crumbl Cookies — publicly came out as gay. He chose to speak for himself after persistent online speculation and conversations that he described as hurtful, aiming to reclaim his narrative on his own terms. Hemsley candidly shared

LGBTQ+ Fireworks Fundraiser

June 30th to July 4th: 10am to 10pm~ NEW LOCATION ~NW corner of Clovis and Shaw in Clovis Buying fireworks? Support the LGBTQ+ Community at the same time!Order online for curbside pickup or deliveryWe’re located just North of Carl’s Jr. FREE Tornado Spinners with $75+ purchase, please mention offer.*FREE pride flag just for stopping by, please

Fresno Pride 2025: Celebrating History, Unity, and Resilience

The 35th annual Fresno Rainbow Pride Parade and Festival transformed the Tower District and Fresno City College into vibrant hubs of celebration and solidarity on June 7, 2025. Despite scorching temperatures nearing triple digits, an estimated 16,000 enthusiastic participants filled the streets of the Tower District for the parade, and more than 20,000 attendees joined

35th Annual Fresno Rainbow Pride Parade and Festival

Fresno Rainbow Pride Parade and Festival is back and ready to kick off Pride Month. Celebrating 35 years with this year theme, Throwback to Stonewall. Saturday June 7, 2025, Parade at 10 AM in the Tower DistrictFestival 11 AM-5 PM at Fresno City College. Fresno Rainbow Pride is the largest LGBTQIA event in the Central

From Monster to Mirror: How Queer Creators are Reclaiming Horror

In the shadowy corners of cinema and literature, monsters have long lurked—Frankenstein’s creature, the blood-thirsty vampire, the outcast witch. Historically feared, reviled, and misunderstood, these beings were cast out by society—just as queer individuals often have been. But today, queer creators are not just confronting the horror genre—they are reclaiming it. They are wielding its

Passing the Torch: Kevin and Tucker Reflect on Years of LGBTQ+ Game Nights

In the spring of 2019, Kevin Gifford and Tucker Russell walked into an LGBTQ+ game night at Fresno’s Fig Garden Regional Library and unknowingly stepped into a life-changing role. Approached by organizer Jason Scott, they agreed to volunteer, never imagining how their involvement would deeply impact the local queer community. From fostering friendships to offering

Pee-wee Herman and His Hidden Truth

Paul Reubens, known for his iconic Pee-wee Herman character, posthumously comes out as gay in the documentary Pee-wee as Himself, premiering at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival. Reubens, who died of cancer in 2023 at 70, reveals his relationship with a man named Guy, whose voice and mannerisms inspired the Pee-wee character. The HBO documentary

Circtacular Night: Unlimited Rides, Games, & Fun for a Cause!

STEP RIGHT UP to a Circtacular Fundraiser!  Community Link and Fresno Rainbow Pride proudly present a NEW and exciting event for the WHOLE family. Enjoy an evening of unlimited rides, unlimited games, unlimited mini golf. Concessions will be available for purchase. A no-host bar provided by Lincoln Pub, must be 21+ to enjoy. September 21st

LGBTQ Fireworks Fundraiser

June 30th to July 4th: 10am to 10pm~ NEW LOCATION ~SE corner of Herndon and Clovis in Clovis Buying fireworks? Support the LGBT+ Community at the same time!Order online for curbside pickup or deliveryWe’re located in front of Sprout’s Farmers Market. FREE Tornado Spinners with $75+ purchase, please mention offer.*FREE pride flag just for stopping