Friday September 19
Dallas Voice & News Is Out present The Unleashed LGBTQ+ Media Hub/Sessions
Pinkies Coffee & Cocktails 4:00 PM
3900 Cedar Springs Rd. Dallas, TX 75219
🎤 Are you a speaker? A blogger? Launching the next big podcast? Maybe you’re an emerging social media star?
Then you won’t want to miss the Unleashed LGBTQ+ 2025 Media Hub — happening September 19th at Pinkies Coffee + Cocktails!
Join us for a dynamic day of panels, live broadcasts, and real-time conversations with leading media professionals — all in a fun, interactive setting. Whether you’re established or just getting started, this is your chance to network, collaborate, and grow alongside fellow creatives and industry pros.
Enjoy cocktails, music, and hands-on learning that will help you elevate your media game.
Friday September 19
Unleashed LGBTQ+ & Dallas Museum of Art Present Celebrating LGBTQ+ Art, Culture, & History
Round-Up Saloon 5:00 PM
3912 Cedar Springs Rd., Dallas, TX 75219
Join the organizers behind the annual Dallas Arts District Pride Block Party to discuss the history of the event as well as the importance of maintaining representation and space for Queer voices in the arts in challenging times. Representatives from the Crow Museum of Asian Art, Dallas Museum of Art, Dallas Arts District, and the Nasher Sculpture Center will share impact and challenges as well as what's in the future for the event.
friday September 19
Unleashed LGBTQ+ & Mark Cuban Foundation Present “In Conversation with John Waters”
Warwick Melrose 6:00 PM
3015 Oak Lawn Ave., Dallas, TX 75219
Welcome to Unleashed LGBTQ+ 2025 takeover of Oak Lawn in Dallas' beloved Gay District continues. Join us at the Warwick Melrose for an unforgettable in-person event celebrating diversity, inclusivity, and love. Connect with like-minded individuals, participate in thought-provoking discussions, and enjoy engaging activities throughout the event.
Speakers include Legandary Director John Waters, Television Personality Carmen Carrera, DMA's Brad Pritchett, HRC's Melodía Guitérrez, and more.
We look forward to coming together to embrace our true selves and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community in all its glory. Get ready to be inspired, empowered, and uplifted at Unleashed LGBTQ+ 2025!
saturday September 20
Unleashed LGBTQ+ & Pride In Dallas Present Spilling Tea with Dancing Diva Kennedy Davenport
S4 4:00 PM
3911 Cedar Springs Rd., Dallas, TX 75219
Drag superstar Kennedy Davenport joins Naomi Green, MBA, for an inspiring conversation tracing her journey from humble beginnings as a drag performer to her breakout success on the Emmy Award-winning RuPaul’s Drag Race. In addition to being a celebrated recording artist and mentor, Kennedy is a passionate advocate who has spoken out boldly against anti-drag legislation, including Texas’ proposed drag ban bills.
saturday SEPTEMBER 20
Unleashed LGBTQ+ & Deep Eddy Vodka Present Movie Night Quote Along with screening of Mean Girls with special guest host Daniel Franzese
Woody’s Sports & Video Bar 7:30 PM
4011 Cedar Springs Rd., Dallas TX 75219
Hey Queen Bees!
On Saturday, September 20, Unleashed LGBTQ+ Conference/Festival is bringing you the ultimate Mean Girls Quote-Along—hosted by the one and only Daniel Franzese (he’s almost too fabulous to function).
You already know every line, so join us on the world-famous Oak Lawn Strip as we transform the back lot of Woody’s Sports and Video Bar into a totally fetch outdoor movie experience—complete with seating, popcorn, and your favorite bevvies.
So call up your Plastics and get ready to make it a night:
“Get in, loser—we’re going watching.”
UNLEASHED LGBTQ+ 2024 DAY 3
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
UNLEASHED LGBTQ+ 2024 DAY 2
Day 2? Let’s talk: HRC, Planned Parenthood, Mental Health, followed by Stand-Up Comedy, Kiki Ballroom Dancing, & more!
UNLEASHED LGBTQ+ 2024 DAY 1
Yasss!!! Day 1… Be sure to register and prepare yourself you 3-days of speakers, panels, and performances.. Jaymes Black (The Trevor Project), Richard Saenz (Lambda Legal), & singer/songwriter, Ashlee Keating (Disney), just to name a few.