LGBT Life Center

11/02/2026

More opportunities to get tested? Yes, please! 🎉

We're excited to expand our HIV/STI testing hours to include one Saturday every month at both our Norfolk and Hampton locations!

We know finding time to get tested during the workweek isn't always easy. These additional Saturday hours are another way we're making testing more accessible and convenient for our community.

📍 Norfolk: 1st Saturday of every month, 9 AM–1 PM
📍 Hampton: 3rd Saturday of every month, 9 AM–1 PM

Whether it's your first test or part of your regular routine, we're here for you. No judgment, just care.

Walk-ins are welcome, or make an appointment at lgbtlifecenter.org/testing.

10/31/2026

Wishing everyone a Halloween filled with more treats than tricks! 🎃👻✨

Happy Halloween from all of us at LGBT Life Center! 💜

10/30/2026

A big thank-you to NekoCon for choosing LGBT Life Center as one of its charitable organizations! 💜

We’re grateful to the organizers and the entire NekoCon community for supporting our work connecting LGBTQ+ people and people living with HIV to care, resources, and community across Hampton Roads.

We’ll be tabling all weekend! Stop by, meet our team, and say hello; we’d love to see you. 🌈

📅 November 6–8, 2026
📍 1610 Coliseum Drive, Hampton
🎟️ Get tickets:

Tickets for NekoCon 2026: The Rise of Purrzilla in Hampton from Leap. The Epic of Purrzilla: The Forgotten Mascot For nearly three decades, NekoCon has been shaped by stories, traditions, and the mascots who bring its spirit to life. But some stories were never meant to be forgotten… and

10/30/2026

Food is joy on a plate. Let’s share it. 🧡

LGBT Life Center’s Thanksgiving Food Drive is underway! Your donations will bring holiday meals to people and families in our community.

We’re collecting:
• Turkeys, chickens or turkey breasts (fresh or frozen)
• Plant-based proteins
• Instant mashed potatoes and boxed stuffing
• Canned vegetables and greens
• Cranberry sauce and cornbread mix
• Pie crusts and fillings
• Ingredients for green bean casserole

📍 Drop off donations at 5360 Robin Hood Road, Norfolk
📅 Now through November 9

Prefer to let us do the shopping? Scan the QR code on the flyer to make a financial donation.
Questions? Contact Michelle Reed at [email protected] or 757-640-0929.

Pick up a few extra items on your next grocery trip, or share this post to spread the word. Every contribution counts.

10/30/2026

Congrats to these movers and shakers making an impact across the 757! 🎉

We love seeing LGBTQ+ people and allies do big things, lift up our communities, and help move Hampton Roads forward.

We see you. We’re proud of you. And we LOVE to see your success! 💜👏

Hampton Roads Pride is thrilled to congratulate Past President, Jeff Ryder, on being named to Inside Business’s Top Forty Under 40 Class of 2026!

Jeff’s dedication, leadership, and commitment to our community have made a lasting difference, and we couldn’t be happier to see him receive this well-deserved recognition!

Jeff joins a proud history of current and former Hampton Roads Pride board members who have earned this honor:

🏆 Michael Berlucchi | 2015
🏆 Cole Werkheiser | 2020
🏆 Nick Dintelmann | 2024
🏆 Christina Schmidt | 2025

We’re grateful for the passion and leadership each of these individuals has brought to Hampton Roads Pride and proud to see their impact recognized throughout our region. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

10/30/2026

Okay, our staff understood the assignment. 🎃👻

A HUGE thank you to the team who put so much time, creativity, and love into transforming The Center for last night’s Youth Halloween celebration. From the decorations to the games to all the wonderfully creepy little details, you created a space where people could show up, have fun, and be themselves.

And to all the families, community members, and kiddos who came out: thank you for spending your Halloween with us! Seeing this place filled with costumes, laughter, and a little bit of chaos made every cobweb worth it. 🕸️

This is what community looks like. A little spooky, a little silly, and a whole lot of joy. 💜
Happy Halloween from LGBT Life Center! 🎃

10/29/2026

A little Halloween magic is better when shared! 🎃💜

Whether you're cooking with family, friends, or chosen family, the kitchen is a place to come together, get creative, and make memories.

This week, we're bringing some spooky fun to the Pride Pantry with easy, budget-friendly recipes made from everyday ingredients. Because celebrating the season shouldn't have to break the bank!👻

Swipe through for some frightfully delicious inspiration, and tell us: Which recipe would you make with your loved ones?
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10/28/2026

Gay Halloween is upon us, and if your costume requires a 10-minute explanation, you're doing it right! 🎃 🏳️‍🌈

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10/27/2026

🗳️ Ballot Question 3: What Does It Mean?

This proposed constitutional amendment addresses the automatic restoration of voting rights after incarceration, establishes a fundamental right to vote, and updates language regarding voting eligibility.

Part 2: Restoring Voting Rights

We're joined by Mel Howard, Community Health Navigator, to discuss question 3. Before heading to the polls on November 3, take a moment to understand what a YES or NO vote would mean. Your vote is your decision. Make it an informed one!