Category: Blog

BGHV's Stephan Hengst + a panel of other statewide experts discussed progress, visibility, backlash, and how LGBTQ rights have increasingly been used as political tools.

A Simple Herstory, Absolute Zero, and Messy White Gays bring LGBTQ+ themes to the Poughkeepsie-based summer theater program's stage this July.

The local publication - known for insightful & beautifully photographed stories - partnered with BGHV's co-founder Stephan Hengst to curate a selection of stories for its June 2024 issue that put a spotlight on queer life in the Hudson Valley.

Celebrate PRIDE month and the full spectrum of our community with BGHV's annual round-up of festivals and events happening each weekend up & down the Hudson River Valley in Poughkeepsie, Newburgh, Beacon, Woodstock, Hudson, and more.

Plan a trip upstate & explore popular Hudson Valley communities with our business directory featuring listings for food & drink, lodging, health & wellness, attractions, arts & entertainment, and more.

As season 16 of the blockbuster show premieres this January, here are the local bars where you can gather with your queer fam for a good ol' fashioned Friday night viewing party.

Over 300 original works from 40+ LGBTQ+ artists were exhibited (& sold!) as Camp Kingston (Kingston, NY) hosted BARNWOOD's queer pop-up art show & sale from December 8th - 10th, 2023.

BGHV’s beloved holiday tradition featured a scintillating sleigh ride of yuletide classics with acts ranging from burlesque to dance, circus acts, drag, live singing and so much more.