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CHESAPEAKE

LGBTQ+ Chesapeake

Diverse populations, upper-class communities and welleducated residents make these the best towns in Maryland when it comes to being part of the LGBTQ+ community. Towns like Baltimore, Towson, Annapolis, Salisbury, Westminster and College Park are all LGBTQ+ friendly and forward thinking cities. In 2022, the Human Rights Campaign list of towns in America whose communities best support the LGBTQ+ lifestyle, christened the MEI, or Municipal Equality Index, have once again placed Baltimore, Maryland at the top of the list with a perfect score of 100.

Every year Maryland’s capital city plays host to the Chesapeake Pride Festival that celebrates the LGBTQ+ community. Events at this annual celebration include food vendors, family-oriented activities and even a drag show. Annapolis is also home to several LGBTQ-owned bed and breakfasts which make perfect places to stay for LGBTQ+ couples looking to go clubbing in nearby Baltimore and D.C.

Westminster is home to the Carroll County chapter of PFLAG, the national organization for families and allies of LGBTQ+ individuals. Historic Salisbury, Maryland is home to the annual Salisbury Pride Festival, a celebration of LGBTQ+ lifestyles that promotes tolerance and acceptance.

RESTAURANT GUIDE

Blackwall Hitch

Upscale-casual New American restaurant featuring outside seating, an on-site pub & stylish decor.

400 6th St, Annapolis, MD

Boatyard Bar & Grill

Vibrant nautical-themed spot for crab, oysters & other seafood, plus burgers, pizza & a full bar.

400 Fourth St, Annapolis, MD

Carrol’s Creek Cafe

Elegant waterfront seafood restaurant overlooking Spa Creek & serving classic Chesapeake fare.

410 Severn Ave, Annapolis, MD

Charleston

Celebrated pick for New American plates & a well-curated wine list.

1000 Lancaster St, Baltimore, MD

Chart House

High-end chain eatery serving seafood & steakhouse fare in a classy setting.

300 Second St, Annapolis, MD

Eastport Kitchen

Burgers, sandwiches & other familiar American dishes round out the menu at this casual restaurant.

923 Chesapeake Ave, Annapolis, MD

Harry Browne’s Restaurant

Upscale American fare & wines are served to a power crowd at this classy art deco dining room & bar. 66 State Cir, Annapolis, MD

Iron Rooster- Annapolis

Creative, all-day breakfast menu & American comfort food.

12 Market Space, Annapolis, MD

La Cuchara

Elegant eatery with an intimate atmosphere serving Basque fare such as pintxos & tapas.

3600 Clipper Mill Rd, Baltimore, MD

Lewnes’ Steakhouse

This venerable chophouse for prime cuts offers a lengthy wine list, retro booths & subdued lighting.

401 Fourth St, Annapolis, MD

Magdalena, A Maryland Bistro

Brasserie serving refined Frenchinfluenced cuisine.

205 E Biddle St, Baltimore, MD

Mama’s On the Half Shell

Popular tavern offering ample portions of stick-to-your-ribs seafood & a big oyster selection.

2901 O’Donnell St, Baltimore, MD

Miss Shirley’s Cafe

Creative American fare with a regional twist for breakfast & lunch.

1 Park Pl, Annapolis, MD

Osteria 177

Modern takes on Northern Italian cuisine & a deep wine list are on offer at this high-end choice.

177 Main St, Annapolis, MD

Preserve

Canned, pickled & fermented produce is highlighted in the American cooking at this rustic mod spot.

164 Main St, Annapolis, MD

SoBo Cafe

American comfort food with craft beers & wine cocktails in colorful rooms.

6 W Cross St, Baltimore, MD

Thames Street Oyster House

Brass-&-wood-trimmed eatery offering a raw bar, Eastern coastal fare & upstairs harbor-view seating.

1728 Thames St, Baltimore, MD

Vin 909 Winecafe’

A farm-to-table New American menu is paired with a deep wine list in this cottagelike restaurant.

909 Bay Ridge Ave, Annapolis, MD

EVENTS SCHEDULE

for a signature Valentine’s Day cocktail!

For more info visit: bit.ly/3XH1iBx

FEB 18

AT THE CENTER OF FOOD AND ART

Join us for a beautiful evening of live music, fine art and spectacular food, showcasing the work of Penn Eastburn and Emma Childs, featured in the Gallery at Manor Mill for the month of February. A menu has been designed to correspond to and inspired by the art, crafted by chef Jerry Edwards, and Penn and Emma will also be talking about their work.

For more info visit: bit.ly/3j5QAFM

MARCH

MAR 23

R.E.S.P.E.C.T.A CELEBRATION OF THE MUSIC OF ARETHA FRANKLIN

R.E.S.P.E.C.T is an electrifying tribute celebrating the music of the legendary

Point, Diamondback is an experimental production brewery focused on unfiltered lagers, hop-forward ales and beers of mixed-fermentation. Get to know this Baltimore brewery while enjoying some kid-free science exploration and maybe even discover your new favorite brew!

For more info visit: bit.ly/3HdRwQi

APRIL

APR 7

THE KINSEY SICKS: DRAG QUEEN STORYTIME GONE WILD!

Since 1993, America’s Favorite Dragapella® Beautyshop Quartet has served up an extraordinary experience of comedy and music to audiences at performing arts centers, music venues, and comedy festivals throughout the US and around the world! Their impressive performance record includes an Off-Broadway show, an extended run in Las Vegas, two feature films and three concert DVDs, ten albums,

EVENTS SCHEDULE

MAY

MAY 9-14

SIX

Divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived. From Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the mic to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into an exuberant celebration of 21st century girl power! This new original musical is the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over. The New York Times says SIX “TOTALLY RULES!” (Critic’s Pick) and The Washington Post hails SIX as “Exactly the kind of energizing, inspirational illumination this town aches for! The Broadway season got supercharged!”

For more info visit: baltimore.broadway.com/shows/six

JUNE

JUN 2

DRAG BRUNCH: PRIDE EDITION

Join Shawnna Alexander and Victoria Bohmore for their Annual Pride Brunch at Rams Head on Stage in Annapolis Maryland! This year, they will be joined by Angelica Lize, Regina Jozet Adams, Ashlee Jozet Adams, M’ara Diamond, Tula Adams.

For more info visit: bit.ly/3HBmOlT

JULY

JUL 8

WESTMINSTER PRIDE FESTIVAL

Join Westminster Pride for music, comedy, art and drag shows. It’s an all-ages festive celebration of Carroll County’s LGBTQ+ community. Dance to tunes played by bands and spun by DJs along East Main Street. Visit vendor booths and soak up the vibes. For more info visit: westminsterpride.org

JUL 12

SAD SUMMER FESTIVAL

BAR GUIDE

A League Of Her Own

Lively, easygoing lesbian sports bar with a dance floor & event nights.

2319 18th St NW, Washington, DC

JR’s Bar

A popular happy hour, show-tune singalongs & other events draw crowds to this neighborhood gay bar.

1519 17th St NW, Washington, DC

Larry’s Lounge

Welcoming gay bar offering a popular happy hour, pub grub & a dog-friendly outdoor patio.

1836 18th St NW, Washington, DC

Leon’s Backroom

Cocktails & pub grub offered in a laidback watering hole with kitschy decor & karaoke.

227 W Chase St, Baltimore, MD

Mixers

Narrow, long-standing gay bar for cocktails, drag shows, karaoke & ladies’ nights in unfussy digs.

6037 Belair Rd, Baltimore, MD

Rowan Tree

Corner watering hole drawing a diverse crowd for drinks & karaoke on Fridays & Saturdays.

1633 S Charles St, Baltimore, MD

The Drinkery

Long-running gay bar & local hangout with kitschy decor offering TVs & lively karaoke shows.

205 W Read St, Baltimore, MD

The Owl Bar

Upscale pub fare & cocktails are served in an elegant setting at this local landmark (since 1903).

1 E Chase St, Baltimore, MD

LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY

ORGANIZATIONS & ATTRACTIONS

Annapolis Pride

Celebrating the LGBTQ+ community, engaging local residents, businesses and groups to unite in welcoming and embracing diversity in Annapolis. annapolispride.org

Baltimore Pride

Baltimore Pride is one of the oldest prides in the nation and has taken place for over 40 years! baltimorepride.org

Baltimore Safe Haven

Providing at-risk TLGBQIA people in Baltimore City with opportunities to transform their lives. 2117 N Charles St, Baltimore, MD baltimoresafehaven.org

Human Rights Campaign

Equal Rights Movement. 1640 Rhode Island Ave N.W. Washington, DC

PFLAG Annapolis/Anne Arundel County

Supporting the LGBTQ+ community, its families, friends, and allies in Anne Arundel County, Maryland. pflagannapolis.org

Salisbury Pride

Building safe inclusive communities in Rowan County and the surrounding areas with an emphasis on acceptance and valuing individuals of all sexual orientations or gender identities. salisburypride.org

The Center for Transgender Health

Offering comprehensive, evidencebased and affirming care for transgender youth and adults that is in line with the standards of care set by the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH). hopkinsmedicine.org/centertransgender-health

The Pride Center of Maryland

Offering over 30 programs and services that reflect our dedication to ensuring Maryland’s sexual and gender minority community have equal access to care, services, and a space where they can be their authentic selves. pridecentermd.org

Trans Maryland

A multi-racial, multi-gender, trans-led community power building organization dedicated to Maryland’s trans community. transmaryland.org

UCBPride

Upper Chesapeake Bay Pride provides unwavering advocacy and support for queer (LGBTQIA+) people, communities, and their families in Cecil and Harford counties. ucbpride.com