Sholay Events Presents Desi-Queer Pride on the Pier Dance under the setting sun in downtown Manhattan with beats by Ashu Rai — and by popular demand, we’re back at Cobble Fish for the third year running. Join us at one of NYC’s most coveted outdoor spots, right on Pier 16 at South Street Seaport, for a night of queer love, unbound joy, and the kind of Pride celebration we need now

Posted: May 26th, 2026

The New York Indian Film Festival (NYIFF) is North America’s longest-running festival dedicated to Indian independent cinema. They’re presenting a collection of six new LGBTQI+ shorts. The films will screen as part of the Shorts A Program on Saturday, May 30 at 12 noon at the Village East Cinemas on 12th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. LGBTQI+ Short Films at NYIFF Saturday, May 30 at 12 noon Village East Cinemas

Posted: May 26th, 2026

  Here’s a roundup of our top happenings during the queerest month of the year: Sholay Pride on the Pier: Let Love Conquer All Friday, June 27 • 7PM – Midnight Mark your calendars for our massive NYC Pride Weekend kick-off bash as we dance under the stars in downtown Manhattan! By popular demand, we’re taking the party to premium outdoor hotspot Cobble Fish, right on Pier 16 at South Street Seaport. Music

Posted: May 27th, 2025

Here’s a roundup of 2025 Pride Events. Watch this space for 2026 Pride happenings: NYC June Pride Events Here’s a round-up of our top happenings during the queerest month of the year: Sholay Desi-Queer Pride on the Pier Friday, June 28 • 7PM – Midnight Mark your calendars for our massive NYC Pride Weekend kick-off bash as we dance under the stars in downtown Manhattan! By popular demand, we’re taking the

Posted: May 12th, 2024

We stand in solidarity with protestors worldwide against the actions of Israel against the Palestinian people. We stand with students across campuses nationwide who are calling for ceasefire, accountability, and divestment. To keep up to date on the protest movement, follow these accounts on Instagram, @PRO_NYC, @nycprotestcoverage or @peoplesforumnyc for the latest details.

Posted: June 9th, 2023

Thank you Hindus for Human Rights and Muslims for Progressive Values teams for this congratulatory message and support! What a milestone for us to receive this recognition from organizations who share our vision for a more progressive and inclusive world.   Hindus for Human Rights and Muslims for Progressive Values extend our warmest congratulations to Sholay Events on your return to organizing after a three-year hiatus! As fellow advocates for

Posted: June 9th, 2023

After three years of uncertainty, NYC Pride is now finally mostly in-person this June with several events being hosted around town, including one featuring our own DJ Ashu Rai. Below are some of our picks. And thank you all for reaching out — while we don’t have any of our own Sholay events planned for Pride, stay tuned for updates!   JUNE 9 “B.Y.O.B: Bring Your Own Baggage.”  A gender

Posted: June 8th, 2022

We were happy to host the multi-talented Sri Rao at our Desilicious bash in 2017 to celebrate the launch of his fabulous cookbook, “Bollywood Kitchen”, pairing Bollywood films with home cooked desi recipes. Well, that book has now been turned into a show produced by Geffen Playhouse! Part cooking show, part memoir — join Sri as he adds some sizzle to your winter…think of it as the Food Network goes

Posted: January 5th, 2021