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Upcoming Events

Big Gay Trivia
Apr
24

Big Gay Trivia

Join us for an exciting event with challenging trivia rounds. Hosted by John Pine. Teams of 1-5 welcome to play.

$5-$10 suggested cover. NOTAFLOF

Community members ages 18+ are welcome / must be 21+ for alcohol + spirits obvs. Please support the pub! Food + beverages are available for purchase. Outside food or drinks are not allowed.

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Movie Monday: D.E.B.S.
Apr
28

Movie Monday: D.E.B.S.

This event is a collaboration with our friends at the California Film + Cultural Center / Westside Video!

A donation of $5 - $20 is suggested, but not required for entry to the screening. Please support the California Film + Cultural Center’s work + this event by making a donation directly to their org!
• one time donation via Paypal: cinemacruz or cash at the event
• ongoing monthly donation via Patreon

Open to community members ages 18+ with valid ID.
Please support the pub! Cocktails, mocktails, + more drinks and food will be available for purchase. Outside food + beverages are not allowed.

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Niche Trivia: Lakes
May
22

Niche Trivia: Lakes

Wild is taking over this month’s Niche Trivia! In honor of Great Lakes Awareness Day, this trivia will focus on Great Lakes, spooky lakes, rivers, waterfalls, and other wet things.

Get a drink and gather ‘round the campsite early. The game starts promptly at 7ish. Dressing up in camp and/or lake attire encouraged but not required.

Community members ages 18+ with valid ID welcome to join. Teams of 1-5 are welcome to play. Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 teams. Must be 18+ with valid ID for entry, 21+ for alcohol.

Support the pub + keep this game free by purchasing food + beverages from the pub. (Food and beverages purchased from other venues are not allowed).

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Big Gay Trivia
May
29

Big Gay Trivia

Join us for an exciting event with challenging trivia rounds. Hosted by John Pine. Teams of 1-5 welcome to play.

$5-$10 suggested cover. NOTAFLOF

Community members ages 18+ are welcome / must be 21+ for alcohol + spirits obvs. Please support the pub! Food + beverages are available for purchase. Outside food or drinks are not allowed.

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Big Gay Trivia
Jun
26

Big Gay Trivia

Join us for an exciting event with challenging trivia rounds. Hosted by John Pine. Teams of 1-5 welcome to play.

$5-$10 suggested cover. NOTAFLOF

Community members ages 18+ are welcome / must be 21+ for alcohol + spirits obvs. Please support the pub! Food + beverages are available for purchase. Outside food or drinks are not allowed.

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Treehugger mixer
Apr
21

Treehugger mixer

Fancy a long hike through the redwoods? Perhaps a day out in the garden or a good ol’ beach clean up? Meet your new tree-hugging bestie at this mixer!

This mixer is intended for LGBTQ+ folks and allies who are nature-lovers, environmental activists, conservation workers, and the like. Open to community members ages 18+.

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Clothing Swap
Apr
20

Clothing Swap

Out with the old, in with the new (to you)!

Join us at the Neighbor's Pub for an all-genders, all-sizes, all-styles clothing swap!

Guests are encouraged to bring + take gently used, clean clothing + fashion accessories. (Please do not bring items prior to the event). The event will be held on the pub's private patio. Community members ages 18+ are welcome to join. The event is free to participate, however a purchase from the pub is encouraged + helps us keep these events free.

Please support the pub! Cold brew, tea, mocktails, cocktails, and food are available for purchase. Food and beverages from other venues are not allowed to be brought in to the restaurant. Thank you for your support + understanding!

Any leftover items will either be stored for future clothing swaps or donated to local orgs.

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adults only easter egg hunt + hoppy hour
Apr
19

adults only easter egg hunt + hoppy hour

Come out to the Neighbor's for an adults-only Easter egg hunt!

Saturday, April 19th

4pm - 7pm (or until all the eggs are found)

Dressing up / to theme is encouraged.

Open to community members ages 18+ with valid ID // must be 21+ for alcohol of course!

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Niche Trivia
Apr
17

Niche Trivia

Get chummy with us at Nice Trivia!

Niche Trivia is all about nature + conservation. This month is all about sharks! Hosted by our very own Dolly Plankton.

Teams of 1-5 are welcome to join. Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 teams. Must be 18+ with valid ID for entry, 21+ for alcohol.

Support the pub + keep this game free by purchasing food + beverages from the pub. (Food and beverages purchased from other venues are not allowed).

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Movie Monday: The Birdcage
Apr
14

Movie Monday: The Birdcage

This event is a collaboration with our friends at the California Film + Cultural Center / Westside Video!

A donation of $5 - $20 is suggested, but not required for entry to the screening. Please support the California Film + Cultural Center’s work + this event by making a donation directly to their org!
• one time donation via Paypal: cinemacruz or cash at the event
• ongoing monthly donation via Patreon

Open to community members ages 18+ with valid ID.
Please support the pub! Cocktails, mocktails, + more drinks and food will be available for purchase. Outside food + beverages are not allowed.

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Mixer for Men who Love Men
Apr
14

Mixer for Men who Love Men

This social mixer is intended for men who love men! Open to men ages 18+ who identify as gay, bi, queer, trans, or otherwise part of the LGBTQ+ community.

The pub will remain open for all guests of all identities during the mixer.

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Roz Hernandez Does Comedy
Apr
13

Roz Hernandez Does Comedy

Roz Hernandez (she/her) is a transgender comedian based in Los Angeles. In 2023 she starred in an 8 episode tv series on Hulu called “Living for the Dead” with Kristen Stewart. In 2024 New York Magazine’s Vulture named her one of the “Comedians You Should and Will Know”, she was the opening act for Bob the Drag Queen’s US tour, Apple Podcasts named her comedy podcast “Ghosted!” their Pick of The Month, and she was featured in the Netflix documentary about LGBTQ standup called “OUTstanding: A Comedy Revolution”. Roz performs all over the world in comedy venues and as a regular comedian on Atlantis Gay Cruises. In 2025 Queerty nominated her for their comedian of the year category at their annual award show.

“I toured with Roz and I could say a lot about her, but I'll just say that she is hilarious. I won't comment on her personality. “
-Bob The Drag Queen

All tickets include a free meet + greet with Roz after the show.

The pub will close for set up between 6pm - 6:15pm. Guests can check in starting at 6:15pm. A valid ticket and ID is required for entry beginning at this time. The pub will open for the general public / folks not attending the show after the show and meet and greet end.

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Apr
12

Sugar Rush After Party

Our devious pals, Dual Demons, are having a sticky sweet show at the 418 Project. Come out for a sticky + sweet after party with a menu so kinky we’re blushing just thinking about it.

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Apr
11

Sugar Rush After Party

Our devious pals, Dual Demons, are having a sticky sweet show at the 418 Project. Come out for a sticky + sweet after party with a menu so kinky we’re blushing just thinking about it.

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Whiskeypedia Trivia
Apr
10

Whiskeypedia Trivia

Join us for a brand new trivia night hosted by local Jeopardy Champ, Joanna Messer!

Teams of 1-5 welcome to play. Prizes awarded to the top 3 teams.

Open to community members ages 18+ with valid ID.

Teams of 1-5 are welcome to join. Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 teams. Must be 18+ with valid ID for entry, 21+ for alcohol.

Support the pub + keep this game free by purchasing food + beverages from the pub. (Food and beverages purchased from other venues are not allowed).

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TDOV Happy Hour + Mixer
Mar
31

TDOV Happy Hour + Mixer

Celebrate our trans* community at your fave trans-owned pub!

This mixer is intended for trans* folks and allies.

Ages 18+ with valid ID.

Please support the pub! Food and beverages (of the alcoholic and sober varieties) are available for purchase.

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Big Gay Trivia
Mar
27

Big Gay Trivia

Join us for an exciting event with challenging trivia rounds. Hosted by John Pine. Teams of 1-5 welcome to play.

$5-$10 suggested cover. NOTAFLOF

Community members ages 18+ are welcome / must be 21+ for alcohol + spirits obvs. Please support the pub! Food + beverages are available for purchase. Outside food or drinks are not allowed.

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Movie Monday: Boy meets Girl
Mar
24

Movie Monday: Boy meets Girl

This event is a collaboration with our friends at the California Film + Cultural Center / Westside Video!

A donation of $5 - $20 is suggested, but not required for entry to the screening. Please support the California Film + Cultural Center’s work + this event by making a donation directly to their org!
• one time donation via Paypal: cinemacruz or cash at the event
• ongoing monthly donation via Patreon

Open to community members ages 18+ with valid ID.
Please support the pub! Cocktails, mocktails, + more drinks and food will be available for purchase. Outside food + beverages are not allowed.

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New to the Community Mixer
Mar
24

New to the Community Mixer

This social event is for LGBTQ+ adults who are new to the community, whether that’s the LGBTQ+ community, the Santa Cruz community, or both!

This may include LGBTQ+ folks who

  • are in the early stages of self-discovery and exploration of their gender and/or sexuality

  • have recently come out of the closet (in the past 5 years or so)

  • have been out, but have not been involved in the local LGBTQ+ community

  • recently moved to the Santa Cruz area

  • are considering moving to the area

  • or something similar!

The pub will remain open to the public during the mixer.

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Niche Trivia
Mar
20

Niche Trivia

You’ll have a whaley good time at the new Niche Trivia!

Niche Trivia is all about nature + conservation. Hosted by our very own Dolly Plankton.

Teams of 1-5 are welcome to join. Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 teams. Must be 18+ with valid ID for entry, 21+ for alcohol.

Support the pub + keep this game free by purchasing food + beverages from the pub. (Food and beverages purchased from other venues are not allowed).

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Movie Monday: Breakfast on Pluto
Mar
10

Movie Monday: Breakfast on Pluto

This event is a collaboration with our friends at the California Film + Cultural Center / Westside Video!

A donation of $5 - $20 is suggested, but not required for entry to the screening. Please support the California Film + Cultural Center’s work + this event by making a donation directly to their org!
• one time donation via Paypal: cinemacruz or cash at the event
• ongoing monthly donation via Patreon

Open to community members ages 18+ with valid ID.
Please support the pub! Cocktails, mocktails, + more drinks and food will be available for purchase. Outside food + beverages are not allowed.

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Clothing Swap
Mar
9

Clothing Swap

Out with the old, in with the new (to you)!

Join us at the Neighbor's Pub for an all-genders, all-sizes, all-styles clothing swap!

Guests are encouraged to bring + take gently used, clean clothing + fashion accessories. (Please do not bring items prior to the event).

The event will be held on the pub's private patio. Community members ages 18+ are welcome to join. The event is free to participate, however a purchase from the pub is encouraged + helps us keep these events free.

Please support the pub! Cold brew, tea, mocktails, cocktails, and food are available for purchase. Food and beverages from other venues are not allowed to be brought in to the restaurant. Thank you for your support + understanding!

Any leftover items will either be stored for future clothing swaps or donated to local orgs.

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