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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Kick off your Pride Weekend with stand-up comic Christy Miller! Her raunchy brand of story-telling has been featured at The Comedy Store and Carolines on Broadway. She has worked with legendary comics Andrew Dice Clay and Paul Mooney. Find her new album "Brutally Yours" on all streaming platforms!

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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Making the decision to give recovery a try can feel too big for those of us who feel safer in the "comfortable misery" of addiction over the fear of the unknown. The question becomes are we ready for freedom - to live life on life's terms, free from the bondage of addiction, shame, and/or judgment?

This interactive workshop led by HBFF counselors supporting LGBTQIA+ programming will examine common barriers to recovery including but not limited to, body image, love and dating, and toxic masculinity. 

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

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

All fellowships are welcome. 

12-Step meeting format

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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

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In 2010, Time Magazine named him one of the 100 most influential people in the world. This year, we've invited internationally renowned fashion designer Marc Jacobs to share his thoughts on creativity and success in sobriety.

There will be time for audience Q&A.

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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!  

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

All fellowships are welcome. 

12-Step meeting format

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

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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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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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An open high-energy meditation experience for all fellowships that focuses on the various spiritual practices and tools in sobriety. Led by Certified International Motivational Speaker, Bruce Brackett! 

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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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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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Meet up in the 2nd floor lobby of

The Westin.

All levels welcome. 

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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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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

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

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 Eric James will provide the party from our double decker bus.

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 Karin Ward

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

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

All fellowships are welcome. 

12-Step meeting format

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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

This insightful and powerful workshop will invite the participants to take a close look at the ways in which we are all similar, yet unique, from each other. By bridging the gap between other’s differences, you feel the profound effect of compassion and empathy grow within you, which instills greater serenity in your sobriety. 

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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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An open high-energy meditation experience for all fellowships that focuses on the various spiritual practices and tools in sobriety. Led by Certified International Motivational Speaker, Bruce Brackett! 

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

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