Before the Week Kicks Off

BQFF's Cocktail Wars

Boston’s fiercest queer bartenders are stepping behind the bar and into the ring. In two high-stakes nights of shake-offs and showdowns, nine competitors will battle it out at each event — but only three from each round will advance to the grand finale. Expect bold pours, surprise ingredients, and the kind of energy that only a queer cocktail throwdown can deliver. Bring your crew, cheer your favorites, and witness the rise of Boston’s next cocktail legends. Proudly sponsored by Absolut.

Round One:

April 8th at 8 PM – Blend

Round Two:

April 23rd at 6:30 PM – Club Café

Accepting competitor applications for Rd 2 through April 10th! Apply below.

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Delivers medically tailored meals to chronically ill individuals across Boston, promoting racial and economic justice. Since 1990, they’ve provided over 13 million meals to those with illnesses like HIV, cancer, and diabetes.

Boston Alliance of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Youth supports LGBTQIA+ youth in Boston by providing a safe space, mental health services, and educational programs. Their advocacy and peer support empower young people to thrive.

A national leader in advancing LGBTQ advocacy and representation. Through storytelling, media, and programs, GLAAD fosters acceptance, tackles challenging issues, and protects progress, striving for a world where everyone can live authentically.