Upcoming Events & Programming
Join us throughout the year for impactful, community-driven events that celebrate, support, and uplift the LGBTQ+ community of the Mid-south.
mONTH OVERVIEW
Want to host an event with OUTMemphis? Let us know by filling out our inquiry form!
fEATURED eVENTS
Join us for an afternoon of community, connection, and celebration at the 2026 “I AM” Trans Resource Fair! This affirming space is created with love for our trans and gender-expansive community to gather, be seen, and be supported.
Family Day is all about coming together, sharing food, playing games, and connecting with our PRYSM Care Navigator and staff while getting the latest updates on services and support.
featureD ANNUAL EVENTS
UPCOMING
Join us for an intimate, beauty-shop–style conversation created with the real lives of sisters in mind. This space honors the true experiences of Black and Brown trans women—the things we carry every day and don’t always get to say out loud.
Struggling with schoolwork? Join us for Homework Support, a bi-monthly group designed to help LGBTQ+ youth ages 12–17 stay on track and feel confident in the classroom. Whether you need help with an assignment, want a quiet space to study, or just need encouragement from supportive peers and staff.
Join us every fourth Thursday to read, connect, and spark genuine conversations in a welcoming space, for queer adults. (18+)
Reading: “Go Ask Alice”
Join us for an afternoon of community, connection, and celebration at the 2026 “I AM” Trans Resource Fair! This affirming space is created with love for our trans and gender-expansive community to gather, be seen, and be supported.
During this session, volunteers will learn how to navigate the Volunteer Matters Portal, review safety policies and procedures for each site, and get an overview of available shifts. We’ll also explain the nature of each role and help complete any missing forms.
During this session, volunteers will learn how to navigate the Volunteer Matters Portal, review safety policies and procedures for each site, and get an overview of available shifts. We’ll also explain the nature of each role and help complete any missing forms.
During this session, volunteers will learn how to navigate the Volunteer Matters Portal, review safety policies and procedures for each site, and get an overview of available shifts. We’ll also explain the nature of each role and help complete any missing forms.
Community Dinners are served for FREE to all LGBTQ+ community members looking for a hot meal. Drop in and stay a while or grab one to-go.
Meals served at BOTH locations.
Continuously Rising Over Systemic Stigma or C.R.O.S.S. is a support group for trans masc and male-identifying individuals. Through shared experiences, dialogue, and access to daily essentials, C.R.O.S.S. helps men rise over systemic stigma, build brotherhood, and thrive in their full authenticity.
We’re proud to partner with ShowerUp to bring free, private, hot showers to our community. Every Friday, from 1–4PM at the OUTMemphis Community Center.
Weekly programing, 1-on-1 and peer support, and resources for LGBTQ+ youth 12-17 and their caregivers.
Come create with us at the Youth Empowerment Center! Our craft nights rotate between holiday-themed projects, easy step-by-step activities, and, from time to time, more in-depth workshops led by local artists. All supplies for the craft of the night are provided—just bring yourself!
Trans Services is back with our monthly Ar-TEA-stic group art therapy for trans and non-binary folks.
Struggling with schoolwork? Join us for Homework Support, a bi-monthly group designed to help LGBTQ+ youth ages 12–17 stay on track and feel confident in the classroom. Whether you need help with an assignment, want a quiet space to study, or just need encouragement from supportive peers and staff.
Movie Night at the Youth Empowerment Center!
Reminder that all events hosted at the Youth Empowerment Center are limited to 18-24 year old folks only.
Weekly services
weekly @
OUTMemphis Community Center (occ)
829 S Cooper St
DROP-IN HOURS
TUE—FRI | 12—6PM
SEXUAL HEALTH SERVICES
TUES / WED / THURS | 3—6PM
COMMUNITY DINNER
THURS | 4—5PM
Scheduled Closed 2026 (both locations)
5/25 Memorial Day Holiday
6/19 Juneteenth Holiday
7/3 July 4th Holiday Observed
7/27-31 Summer Break
9/7 Labor Day Holiday
11/26-27 Thanksgiving Break
12/21-25 Winter Holiday
1/1/27 New Year’s Day
weekly @
Youth Empowerment Center (yec)
2055 Southern ave
DROP-IN HOURS
MON—FRI | 12—8PM
HIV TESTING
WED | 2—6PM
HOT MEAL OF THE DAY
TUES & THURS | 5—6PM
Scheduled Closed Days 2026 @ OCC
3/27 Programming Conflict
TBA
Scheduled Closed Days 2026 @ YEC
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