orientation 101
4pm

First time at GSM? Join our Program team where you'll learn how to make the most of your conference experience. We will share experiences on everything from participating in the workshops to planning your most memorable Pride Sunday. We will also offer an opportunity to connect with a mentor alumni from previous GSM Conferences. 

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the comic
9:30pm

Kick off your NYC Pride Weekend with an Emmy-award nominated stand-up comic! 

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morning glory run
10am

Meet up in the 2nd floor lobby of

The Westin.

All levels welcome. We will break you into a group for a light joggers and a group for the speedy queens. Goes up Times Square, through Central Park and back to the hotel.  (4 miles)

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mental health workshop
1:30pm

The workshop will explore mental health issues in recovery. Stay tuned for the facilitator announcement and what to expect. 

dinner break
5pm

Check out all of the great and fun restaurants in Hell's Kitchen!  Make sure to invite fellows traveling on their own. That's how we take care of each other at GSM. 

For dining recommendations, visit the Event Info section of the Gay & Sober App or www.gayandsober.org/eats

midnight meeting
12am

A more intimate meeting where you can share with your fellows. 

All fellowships are welcome. 

12-Step meeting format

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service luncheon
11:30am

RSVP for a luncheon where you will get a chance to learn about conference service and get a chance to get involved for the next one.  

For other dining recommendations, visit the Event Info section of the Gay & Sober App or www.gayandsober.org/eats

keynote speaker
3:30pm

This reimagined workshop is a conference favorite. For this year, we've invited author and addiction expert, Gabor Maté. Past GSM keynote speakers have been Marianne Williamson, Byron Katie, Mike Bayer and Sah D'Simone.

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the big show
9:30pm

All we are allowed to say is that you are going to love it. Past GSM performers have been Bianca Del Rio, Sandra Bernhard, Margaret Cho, Fortune Feimster, and Level Up!  

midnight meeting
12am

A more intimate meeting where you can share with your fellows. 

All fellowships are welcome. 

12-Step meeting format

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dinner break

5pm

We recommend grabbing a quick bite near the ship or near the hotel. Many fellows like Gotham Market.

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dinner break

5pm

Check out all of the great and fun restaurants in Hell's Kitchen!  Make sure to invite fellows traveling on their own. That's how we take care of each other at GSM. 

For dining recommendations, visit the Event Info section of the Gay & Sober App or www.gayandsober.org/eats

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the ride!
10:15pm

A new immersive experience!

See midtown Manhattan at night with a talent-filled, comedic, customized super tour.

Drop off by 11:30pm / MUST RSVP 

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meditation meeting
10am

An open meeting for all fellowships that focuses on the various spiritual practices and tools in sobriety. 

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the dating workshop
1:30pm

This reimagined workshop is a conference favorite. We've invited author and psychotherapist Ken Page from Deeper Dating to present on the search for love. As seen on Oprah®.

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the opening meeting
8pm

Speaker meeting for all participants. All fellowships are welcomed. 

Roll Call from different states and countries! 

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CMA Speaker Meeting

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morning yoga
10am

Meet up in the 2nd floor lobby of

The Westin.

All levels welcome. 

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the sex workshop
1:30pm

This reimagined workshop will focus on how to manage sex in recovery. Hopefully answering the important questions of how to get back into sex without compromising one's recovery. 

There will also be a panel discussion with Q&A from the audience.  

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dinner break
5pm

Check out all of the great and fun restaurants in Hell's Kitchen!  Make sure to invite fellows traveling on their own. That's how we take care of each other at GSM. 

For dining recommendations, visit the Event Info section of the Gay & Sober App or www.gayandsober.org/eats

the raffle
10:30pm

Win big at our famous luxury raffle! Prizes from Apple, Gucci, Dior, and Ralph Lauren! 

the pride parade
12pm

The NYC Pride March is the largest pride parade in the world. Be proud of who you are, march with your fellows, and dance in the streets!! All are welcome. LGBTQ+ inclusive. Special DJ will provide the party from our double decker bus.

the dance 
on the river cruise
7:30pm

All are welcome at the best sober dance party in the country! LGBTQ+ inclusive. Food and drink available on board for purchase.

Fireworks spectacular.

Special guest DJ: TBA

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Included with your registration. We do sell tickets to to non-conference participants for this night only. 

welcome meeting
8pm

Speaker meeting for all participants. All fellowships are welcomed. 

In Memoriam, 

“Over the Rainbow”, performed by special artist

AA Speaker Meeting

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midnight meeting
12am

A more intimate meeting where you can share with your fellows. 

All fellowships are welcome. 

12-Step meeting format

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lunch break
11:30am

Check out all of the great and fun restaurants in Hell's Kitchen!  Make sure to invite fellows traveling on their own. That's how we take care of each other at GSM. 

For dining recommendations, visit the Event Info section of the Gay & Sober App or www.gayandsober.org/eats

communal workshop
3:30pm

Past communal workshops at GSM have been Drop the Rock and Common Ground. Stay tuned for the facilitator announcement and what to expect. 

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rooftop pool party
10pm

Have some fun. Get to know your fellows. Dance the night away. Make a splash in the pool. 

No judgments! Light food and drink will be served.

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meditation meeting
10am

An open meeting for all fellowships that focuses on the various spiritual practices and tools in sobriety. 

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"it's not in the book"
workshop
1:30pm

How many times have we heard, "don't get into a relationship in the first year" or "wait a year to sponsor someone", or someones opinion on medication in sobriety? This workshop explores where all this information and in some cases, misinformation comes from.  

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the big meeting
8pm

Speaker meeting for all participants. All fellowships are welcomed. 

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Sobriety countdown! 

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AA/AL-Anon Speaker Meeting

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costumed social
11:30pm

What look defines you? Drag? Leather Gear? Wear whatever you like and get to know your fellows at a fun house party. 

parade

viewing social

12pm

For those who would prefer to relax and watch the parade go by, we have set up a friendly space with coffee drinks and snacks available for purchase. Air-conditioned. 

*for registered participants only