Signature Fundraising Events
The Center’s Signature Events are a great way to connect with community and also support vital programs and services that The Center provides for our community. For information and updates on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on our events, visit thecentersd.org/signatureevents.
April 27, 2023
Each year, thousands of San Diegans Dine Out to Give Back. Dining Out for Life® is an international fundraising event involving the generous participation of restaurants. This is the 16th year San Diego will participate in this event, and the funds raised locally will stay in San Diego to support HIV services and prevention programs at The San Diego LGBT Community Center.
May 12, 2023
Join us at Harvey Milk Diversity Breakfast as we gather in person again and celebrate the work of our LGBTQ movement and commit to the work that lies ahead. Established in 2009, the Harvey Milk Diversity Breakfast is designed to bring together diverse San Diegans who support equality and justice – to celebrate the memory of this influential civil rights activist. Proceeds benefit the Programs & Services of The Center.
Pachanga de Frida
JUNE 24, 2023
Each year, The Center celebrates the birthday of Frida Kahlo, commemorating the legendary life of one of the most influential Mexican painters of the mid-twentieth century. Guests enjoy live music, local Latin@x vendors, a Frida look-alike contest, great food, and tequila! Proceeds benefit Latin@x Services at The Center.
September 2023
Each year, more than 8,000 individuals, teams, social clubs, local businesses, schools and universities, and faith organizations will come together for AIDS Walk & Run San Diego. This is San Diego’s largest HIV/AIDS fundraising event that remembers those who have been lost to the disease and raises funds to support the more than 18,000 San Diegans living with HIV/AIDS. Proceeds benefit The Center and other local HIV/AIDS support organizations.
Tantrums & Tiaras
Returning in 2023
Tantrums & Tiaras is an event like no other! A high-quality spoof of beauty pageants complete with extravagant costumes, divine “ladies”, and a “talent” showcase. Local companies sponsor male contestants, none of whom have any pageant experience, as they compete to be crowned the next community Queen! In collaboration with Mo’s Universe Group, it’s an evening of wigs, glitter, and hilarity, all for a great cause! Join the fun and cheer for your local favorites. Proceeds benefit the programs and services of The Center.
