LGBTQ Center Orange County

LGBTQ Center Orange County The LGBTQ Center OC provides services to more than 17,000 individuals annually across a broad spectr Gay and Lesbian Community Services Center of Orange County.

We’re excited to welcome back Ashley Ventri to Indigo Ball 2026! 🎶Ashley is a musician with 30+ years of performing exp...
03/13/2026

We’re excited to welcome back Ashley Ventri to Indigo Ball 2026! 🎶

Ashley is a musician with 30+ years of performing experience across music and multiple dance forms. Classically trained in voice, she has performed at venues across Southern California and worked as a studio singer, musical theater director, and educator for students of all ages. Along with her band Soul Venture, Ashley brings an incredible sound blending soul, funk, Motown, jazz, alternative, rock, and pop—entertaining audiences throughout the SoCal music scene. She’ll also be performing live during our after-party, keeping the celebration going into the night!

Join us for Indigo Ball 2026 on Saturday, May 2 at the Hyatt Regency Newport Beach as we celebrate 55 Years of the LGBTQ Center OC with an unforgettable evening of community, entertainment, and impact.

Individual Tickets: $300

Interested in sponsoring? Contact Chandelle Loop at
Chandelle.Loop@lgbtqcenteroc.org

We’re still spinning. Still rising. Still amplifying LGBTQ+ lives.

We’re excited to share that OUTlet is expanding! 🌈In addition to our Tuesday OUTlet Mental Health Processing group, we’r...
03/12/2026

We’re excited to share that OUTlet is expanding! 🌈

In addition to our Tuesday OUTlet Mental Health Processing group, we’re opening a second space on Fridays from 6:00–7:30 PM designed to focus on connection and community.

While Tuesday evenings will continue to center therapeutic themes and structured mental health processing, Fridays will offer an additional space for OUTlet a welcoming environment to build community, foster belonging, and spend time together in a supportive space.

OUTlet continues to grow as a place where LGBTQ+ youth and young adults can feel supported, connected, and seen. 💛

Participation in Friday Nights requires attendance in the Tuesday OUTlet Mental Health Processing group.

Questions? Please contact:
Jordyn Dugan, Elevate Mental Health Counselor
jordyn.dugan@lgbtqcenteroc.org

The LGBTQ Center OC extends our heartfelt thanks to our Gold Sponsor, Cox, for their generous support of Indigo Ball 202...
03/11/2026

The LGBTQ Center OC extends our heartfelt thanks to our Gold Sponsor, Cox, for their generous support of Indigo Ball 2026.

Join us on Saturday, May 2 at the stunning Hyatt Regency Newport Beach for an unforgettable evening of entertainment, community, and celebration. This year, we proudly honor 55 Years of Q***r Resilience, Visibility, and Voice, recognizing the life-changing impact the Center continues to make across Orange County. 🏳️‍🌈

Secure your tickets and learn more:
https://www.lgbtqcenteroc.org/indigo-ball-2026/

Interested in contributing to our silent auction or sponsoring Indigo Ball 2026? Please contact Chandelle Loop at
Chandelle.Loop@lgbtqcenteroc.org

Let’s come together for a powerful night of purpose, pride, and celebration as we continue advancing equity and support for LGBTQ+ individuals throughout our community. ✨

BreakOut! offers a supportive and inclusive environment for LGBTQIA+ youth between the ages of 12 to 17 years old to exp...
03/09/2026

BreakOut! offers a supportive and inclusive environment for LGBTQIA+ youth between the ages of 12 to 17 years old to explore and address mental health challenges unique to their community. Swipe to learn more about todays topic.

Our group sessions aim to foster understanding, resilience, and emotional well-being by providing a safe space for open discussion, peer support, and skill building. Through guided conversations and activities, group members will learn effective coping strategies, enhance self-confidence, and cultivate a sense of belonging within a welcoming community. Together, we celebrate diversity, foster solidarity, and empower each other to flourish authenticity.

We meet every Monday from 6:00 - 7:30 pm virtually via Zoom.

Registration is open: bit.ly/elevate-mh-groups

Questions? Please contact:
Brittany Hardin, Elevate Mental Health Counselor
Brittany.hardin@lgbtqcenteroc.org

03/07/2026

Join us for Indigo Ball 2026 on Saturday, May 2 at the stunning Hyatt Regency Newport Beach.

This year, we proudly celebrate 55 Years of Q***r Resilience, Visibility, and Voice, honoring the strength, impact, and legacy of the LGBTQ Center OC in uplifting and supporting our community.

We are honored to celebrate our Evening Torchbearer Honoree, Mary Lambert a Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum artist, poet, and activist best known for co-writing and performing the hook on Macklemore & Ryan Lewis’s marriage equality anthem, Same Love. The song earned two Grammy nominations and led to the iconic 2014 Grammys performance featuring Queen Latifah and Madonna.

Blending pop and spoken word, Lambert’s solo hits include the Gold-certified single Secrets and the beloved She Keeps Me Warm. Beyond music, she is an award-winning mental health advocate, published author of Shame Is an Ocean I Swim Across, podcast host, and film composer. Through her art and advocacy, Lambert continues to champion LGBTQ+ visibility, body positivity, and emotional honesty.

Mary Lambert will also take the stage for a special live performance during the evening.

Individual Tickets: $300
Get your tickets today by clicking the link in our bio or visiting
lgbtqcenteroc.org/indigo-ball-2026

Video credit:
All rights belong to the original creator. Shared for promotional purposes.

Join Trans*Forums, a processing therapy group for transgender, non-binary, gender non-conforming, gender fluid, intersex...
03/06/2026

Join Trans*Forums, a processing therapy group for transgender, non-binary, gender non-conforming, gender fluid, intersex, and androgynous individuals. This space offers support to share and process experiences, thoughts, and feelings in a safe and affirming environment.

🗓 Wednesdays | 5:00–6:30 PM
💻 Via Zoom
💲 $10 Fee | 18+

For more information, contact:
Jaquelin.Aquino@lgbtqcenteroc.org

Jess.Ingram@lgbtqcenteroc.org

Looking for mental health support? OUTlet is designed to offer a nurturing space haven for LGBTQIA+ young adults between...
03/03/2026

Looking for mental health support? OUTlet is designed to offer a nurturing space haven for LGBTQIA+ young adults between the ages 18 to 26. Here, individuals can freely explore mental health concerns, cultivate enriching relationships, and acquire
invaluable tools for navigating emotional landscapes.

Group participants will embark on a journey of self-discovery while gaining insights into their thoughts, emotions and behaviors. Our program places a special focus on addressing maladaptive coping strategies prevalent within the LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities, such as substance use, social withdrawal, and impulsive behaviors. Through evidence-based practices and peer support, group participants will develop sustainable coping skills, empowering them to effectively manage their mental health challenges in the long term.

We meet every Tuesday from 7:00 - 8:30pm.

Registration is open: bit.ly/elevate-mh-groups

Questions? Please contact:
Jordyn Dugan, Elevate Mental Health Counselor
jordyn.dugan@lgbtqcenteroc.org

✨ We're 8 weeks away! ✨ Join us for Indigo Ball 2026 Saturday, May 2nd at the stunning Hyatt Regency Newport Beach!This ...
03/03/2026

✨ We're 8 weeks away! ✨ Join us for Indigo Ball 2026 Saturday, May 2nd at the stunning Hyatt Regency Newport Beach!

This year's theme is "55 Vibes: From Vinyl to Voice", a retro-inspired evening honoring the rhythm, resistance, and voices that have shaped our community for 55 years. Join us as we celebrate the 55th Anniversary of LGBTQ Center OC, marking over five decades of life-changing programs, services, and advocacy. Our most anticipated annual gala brings together community, inspiration, and entertainment for an unforgettable night of celebration and impact.

We're still spinning. Still rising. Still amplifying LGBTQ+ lives. 🌈
Individual Tickets: $300

Interested in sponsoring? Reach out to Chandelle Loop at Chandelle.Loop@lgbtqcenteroc.org

BreakOut! offers a supportive and inclusive environment for LGBTQIA+ youth between the ages of 12 to 17 years old to exp...
03/02/2026

BreakOut! offers a supportive and inclusive environment for LGBTQIA+ youth between the ages of 12 to 17 years old to explore and address mental health challenges unique to their community. Swipe to learn more about todays topic.

Our group sessions aim to foster understanding, resilience, and emotional well-being by providing a safe space for open discussion, peer support, and skill building. Through guided conversations and activities, group members will learn effective coping strategies, enhance self-confidence, and cultivate a sense of belonging within a welcoming community. Together, we celebrate diversity, foster solidarity, and empower each other to flourish authenticity.

We meet every Monday from 6:00 - 7:30 pm virtually via Zoom.

Registration is open: bit.ly/elevate-mh-groups

Questions? Please contact:
Brittany Hardin, Elevate Mental Health Counselor
Brittany.hardin@lgbtqcenteroc.org

Join us for Indigo Ball 2026 on Saturday, May 2nd at the stunning Hyatt Regency Newport Beach! We’re thrilled to welcome...
02/27/2026

Join us for Indigo Ball 2026 on Saturday, May 2nd at the stunning Hyatt Regency Newport Beach! We’re thrilled to welcome back this year’s emcee, Manila Luzon (), whose charisma, glamour, and signature wit always make for an unforgettable evening. Manila Luzon is an international drag queen renowned for her campy take on glamour, signature black-and-blonde wigs, and witty humor. Known for combining elegant fashion with playful themes, Manila rose to fame after finishing as a fan-favorite runner-up on RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 3 and returning to All Stars twice. She is the host, head judge, and executive producer of Drag Den with Manila Luzon on Prime Video, a role that earned her the 2023 Asian Academy Creative Award for Best Host.

This year, we proudly celebrate 55 Years of Q***r Resilience, Visibility, and Voice honoring the strength, impact, and legacy of the LGBTQ Center OC in uplifting and supporting our community.

Individual Tickets: $300
Interested in sponsoring? Reach out to Chandelle Loop at Chandelle.Loop@lgbtqcenteroc.org.

Get your tickets today by clicking the link in our bio or visiting
lgbtqcenteroc.org/indigo-ball-2026

The Creative Q***rs Group is a welcoming creative space for LGBTQIA+ adults and allies (18+) to make art, connect, and b...
02/26/2026

The Creative Q***rs Group is a welcoming creative space for LGBTQIA+ adults and allies (18+) to make art, connect, and build community.

Supplies + inspiration provided (or bring your own project!)
All mediums welcome
Every Friday | 6–7:30 PM

For info & location: jess.ingram@lgbtqcenteroc.org

Address

1605 N Spurgeon Street
Santa Ana, CA
92701

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm

Telephone

+17149535428

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when LGBTQ Center Orange County posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Share

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn
Share on Pinterest Share on Reddit Share via Email
Share on WhatsApp Share on Instagram Share on Telegram