LGBTQ+ York

York Pride takes place in June and is a fantastic event for all. York St John University always has a lively presence in the parade and is a big supporter of the event. We regularly fly the Pride flag and the Trans flag throughout the year facing Lord Mayor’s Walk. Wristbands are available in the run up to the event giving discounts at local businesses around the city, allowing both you and them to show your support for the cause. February is York LGBT History Month with a series of talks, film screenings and other events across the city and on campus. The Portal is an LGBTQIA bookshop and Lunar Café offers not just coffee but also hairdressing services for queer folks. Both are on Patrick Pool. There is a local drag scene at Impossible York, with occasional drag brunches. GeneraTe York offers support and socials for trans and non-binary people and their friends, they are based at Yorkshire Mesmac on Marygate where you can also find YorQueer, a youth group for LGBTQ+ people aged 14-25. There is an active LGBTQ+ Society with York St John University’s Students’ Union. The society offers opportunities to meet other members of the LGBTQ+ community on campus, runs social events both on campus and in the city and supports campaigns raising awareness of LGBTQ+ issues.