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Gay Mesa

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LGBTQ+ Legal Status in United States

Based on national laws as of 2025

81/100

LGBTQ+ Friendly

Legal 46/60 · Scene 35/40 · United States national score

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Legal rights details

✓ Same-sex relations legal

✓ Equal age of consent

✓ Partnership / union

✓ Same-sex marriage

✓ Adoption rights

✓ Anti-discrimination law

✓ Legal gender change

Marriage equality since Obergefell v. Hodges (26 June 2015). The Respect for Marriage Act (December 2022) provides a congressional floor, requiring federal recognition of all valid same-sex and interracial marriages regardless of future Supreme Court rulings. Bostock v. Clayton County (2020) held that Title VII of the Civil Rights Act prohibits employment discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity. No comprehensive federal anti-discrimination law in housing or public…

Upcoming Events in Mesa

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27 OCT

8:00 PM

HERstories: LGBTQ+ Women's Social Group

7 NOV

9:30 AM

Transgender Bible Study

First Church UCC

20 NOV

6:30 PM

Behind the Rainbow (Queer Night)

All Hearts Cooperative

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Nearby tonight

Just outside Mesa — within easy reach.

Tempe · 10.1 km

Sun, 25 Oct · 22:30

BOOTZ @ Snooze Gilbert

Tempe · 10.1 km

Tue, 27 Oct · 3:00

HERstories: LGBTQ+ Women's Social Group

Tempe · 10.1 km

Sat, 7 Nov · 16:30

Transgender Bible Study

Tempe · 10.1 km

Thu, 19 Nov · 0:00

Behind the Rainbow (Queer Night)

Tempe · 10.1 km

Fri, 20 Nov · 1:30

Behind the Rainbow (Queer Night)

Tempe · 10.1 km

Thu, 25 Mar · 3:00

Crystal Methyd - The Enchanted Forest

Tempe · 10.1 km

Wed, 5 May · 2:30

Kinky Boots (Touring)

Tempe · 10.1 km

Sat, 5 Jun · 17:00

Downtown Tempe Pride 2027

Scottsdale · 15.1 km

Tue, 27 Oct · 3:00

HERstories: LGBTQ+ Women's Social Group

Scottsdale · 15.1 km

Sat, 7 Nov · 16:30

Transgender Bible Study

Scottsdale · 15.1 km

Fri, 20 Nov · 1:30

Behind the Rainbow (Queer Night)

RuPaul's Drag Race at Arizona Financial Theatre

Scottsdale · 15.1 km

Tue, 9 Mar · 0:00

RuPaul's Drag Race at Arizona Financial Theatre

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Frequently asked questions

Yes — Mesa has an active LGBTQ+ scene with bars, clubs and Pride events. Browse the venues on this page for the most-reviewed spots, and check the calendar for upcoming events.

We list the top-reviewed gay bars and clubs in Mesa on this page. Filter by category and rating to find dance clubs, cocktail bars, cruise bars and more — every venue is verified by the GayOut community.

Pride season (typically June–July in the northern hemisphere) is the most lively time, with parades and parties. Spring and early autumn are also great for sightseeing without summer crowds. Check the events calendar above for specific dates.

Yes — see the "Where to stay in Mesa" map above for hotels with current prices, including LGBTQ+ welcoming properties recommended by our community.

Mesa is generally safe for LGBTQ+ visitors in tourist and central areas. Standard travel-safety advice applies. Check the country page for an LGBTQ+ rights overview specific to United States.