Costumes are encouraged on March 23, when Congregation Shaar Zahav, San Francisco's synagogue for LGBTQ Jews, families and friends, celebrates Purim, a joyous holiday which is Judaism's answer to Halloween.

Aguilas El Ambiente, the local organization dedicated to creating a supportive, culturally sensitive environment for gay/bisexual Latinos, hosted a festive Carnival party at the LGBT Center on February 28.

Cast members from the touring production of the classic musical Hello, Dolly! took to Brava Theater's stage at One Night Only, the latest Richmond/Ermet Aid Foundation fundraiser for local nonprofits.

Ian Harvie, the trans comedian and actor best known for playing Dale on Transparent, is slightly abashed to share his earliest transgender inklings. He'll perform March 6-9 at SF's Punch Line Comedy Club.

The 91st annual Academy Awards were only part of the show at the Academy of Friends' gala party at City View Metron. The nautically-themed fete included a few mermaids amid the gold Oscar guys.

Oscar night is one of the holier nights on the LGBTQ calendar, and there are plenty of ways to celebrate the big night. Even with this year's controversies over choosing a host (who isn't a homophobic jerk) might dissuade former fans from viewing.

Furr Play at Oasis drew husky bears, otters and their pals to the dance event at the popular SoMa nightclub on February 15.

Boy Division, the monthly New Wave, goth, queer pop night, included groovy retro sounds, plus drag queens and puppets! The diverse crowd enjoyed a Dark Room drag show, and grooving to The Cure, Depeche Mode and other faves with DJ Xander at the Cat Club.

The GLBT Historical Society and Museum is presenting the exhibition 'SoMa Nights: The Queer Nightclub Photography Of Melissa Hawkins,' curated by photographer Hawkins and nightlife historian Marke B.

Regardless of your relationship status, you can celebrate Saint Valentine for his renegade marriage ceremonies and check out some of these fun events.

'Hedwig' star and Tony winner Lena Hall brings her unusual tales of show business to Feinstein's at the Nikko in her new cabaret show, 'The Art of the Audition.'

The naughty weekly night at The Powerhouse, hosted by Dulce de Leche and mrPam, includes an underwear contest and gear night.

Singer Kristine W pairs up with 'Queer Eye' celeb Carson Kressley for a night of music and comedy at Feinstein's at the Nikko, Jan. 25 & 26.

The Lookout's annual Winter Onesie Party attracted another festive crowd of creative long-underwear-clad patrons in cute outfits, with DJ Matt Effect.