We welcome you to join us at Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning, or Queer+ (LGBTQ+) Resource Center programs!

Any questions can be emailed to: LGBTQ_Resources@uml.edu.

Coming Out, Coming Together

The UMass Lowell Office of Multicultural Affairs (OMA) celebrates Coming Out, Coming Together every October.

2026 Events

  • Show Your Pride: Thursday, October 1 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Coburn Hall 255 Facilitated by Greater Boston PFLAG. Visible allyship can make a powerful difference in helping LGBTQ+ people feel seen, welcomed, and supported. Small acts of inclusion can spark conversations, build community, and show others they belong. This session explores the history of the LGBTQ+ Pride movement, the evolution of the Pride flag, and the meaning behind the colors. Following the presentation, participants will create their own beaded Pride bracelets inspired by the Pride flag. Bracelets can be worn as visible symbols of support, shared with others, or donated to Greater Boston PFLAG for distribution at Pride events and community programs throughout the year.
  • Rainbow Candy Challenge: Friday, October 2 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in Cumnock Hall Marketplace (Tabling).
  • Community Social and Drag Show Sign Making: Wednesday, October 14 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the LGBTQ+ Resource Center (Meehan Student Center 380). Drop in anytime during the event!
  • Rainbow Candy Challenge: Friday, October 16 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the McGauvran Center (Tabling).
  • Annual SPOOKTACULAR Drag Show: Thursday, October 22 from 7 to 9 p.m. in Moloney Hall (Meehan Student Center 260). Join us for our free annual drag show with popular performers, a costume contest, and community!
  • Creep It Creative: Friday, October 30 from 1 to 4 p.m. Drop by the LGBTQ+ Resource Center during the building wide Trick-or-Treat event in the Meehan Student Center for free crafts and more spooky surprises!
  • Pride Alliance: Stop by one of Pride Alliance's general body meetings every Thursday in the LGBTQ+ Resource Center from 7 to 9 p.m.

Questions

Have questions? Feel free to email: LGBTQ_Resources@uml.edu.

Annual Drag Show

Every year, the university hosts a Drag Show featuring professional and amateur performers from our community! Come to our Spooktacular Drag Show on October 22. Doors open at 6:45 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m. Come dressed to participate in our Halloween costume contest!

If you would like to learn about these and other programs, check out the LGBTQ+ Resource Center Facebook or email: LGBTQ_Resources@uml.edu.