Out In STL

Out In STL Out In STL is the q***r magazine for all of St. Louis. Deadlines vary; please inquire. And we welcome excerpts from forthcoming or recently published books.

We cover the news, politics, people, and trends in everything from fashion to dining to landscaping that matter to STL's LGBTQ+ communities and allies. Out in STL is the news, politics and lifestyle magazine designed for LGBTQ and LGBTQ-curious readers who are enjoying a new era of acceptance, social mobility and economic growth. Our readers are pursuing a career or higher education, partnered up

or actively looking, busy building a full life of friendship, (alternative and traditional) family and social engagement. Our readers are interested in personal and financial growth, travel, living a fulfilling life, and are actively engaged in social issues, including but not limited to LGBTQ political and cultural issues. In addition to our website and social media, we publish four print issues each year:

Winter (December, January, February)
Spring (March, April, May)
Summer (June, July, August)
Fall (September, October, November)

Publication dates: 3rd week of the preceding month. We encourage freelance contributions in most areas of the website and magazine, and in a variety of formats, from 300-word news capsules and short commentaries to 5,000-word feature articles. Payment is based on length, content and the extent of original reporting and research involved. We are interested in original stories, essays and commentary only – no reprints, with two exceptions: We will consider pieces that you would like to adapt or rewrite substantively for OiSTL.

As Executive Producer of Tens Across the Board, a documentary inspired by their acclaimed Tens Project, Maven has brough...
12/12/2025

As Executive Producer of Tens Across the Board, a documentary inspired by their acclaimed Tens Project, Maven has brought the artistry of ballroom to audiences across the U.S. and abroad, earning features on PBS and at film festivals from London to Los Angeles.

  Maven Logik Lee is a multidisciplinary artist, community cultivator, and cultural producer whose work uplifts identity, empowerment, and authentic expression. As Executive Producer of Tens Across the Board, a documentary inspired by their acclaimed Tens Project, Maven has brought the artistry of ...

TONIGHT: Join Black Pride St. Louis for an evening of Food, Music, Fun, and Charity at their annual Rocks & Socks Holida...
12/12/2025

TONIGHT: Join Black Pride St. Louis for an evening of Food, Music, Fun, and Charity at their annual Rocks & Socks Holiday Celebration — a festive gathering that blends community joy with meaningful impact. Details below.

After two years of pop-up events celebrating the flavors of the African diaspora, chef and entrepreneur Tai Davis is mov...
12/12/2025

After two years of pop-up events celebrating the flavors of the African diaspora, chef and entrepreneur Tai Davis is moving forward with two connected concepts: Línea–The Atelier, and its culinary counterpart, Lineage–The Restaurant of Heritage.

Tai Davis is also a contributor to Out In STL and serves on our board.

After two years of pop-up events celebrating the flavors of the African diaspora, chef and entrepreneur Tai Davis is moving forward with two connected concepts: Línea–The Atelier, and its culinary counterpart, Lineage–The Restaurant of Heritage. Together, the projects will “form a complete se...

12/12/2025

By Thresa Giles, CEO — Hope & Help of Central Florida The emergence of pre-exposure prophylaxis treatments (PrEP) for the prevention of HIV was a watershed moment in the history of the HIV/AIDS epidemic. However, for some people, remembering to take a daily pill can be a struggle. In addition, a s...

Advertiser Spotlight
12/11/2025

Advertiser Spotlight

The officer who beat and arrested Bar: PM's Chad Wick after police crashed into the bar is in the news again.
12/11/2025

The officer who beat and arrested Bar: PM's Chad Wick after police crashed into the bar is in the news again.

A driver fleeing police died late Sunday night after crashing his car in north St. Louis. Now, First Alert 4 Investigates has learned from a source that the officer who initiated the pursuit has been named in misconduct lawsuits.

12/10/2025

Andrew John's video of the Out In STL Luminary Awards

As President and Artistic Director, Kerns has transformed St Lou Fringe from a grassroots startup into a cornerstone of ...
12/10/2025

As President and Artistic Director, Kerns has transformed St Lou Fringe from a grassroots startup into a cornerstone of St. Louis culture—an incubator for creativity that has launched more than 500 works for the stage, supported 250+ artists each year, and cultivated a thriving community of volunteers, collaborators, and audiences.

For more than a decade, Matthew R. Kerns has been the fearless heart and visionary force behind St Lou Fringe, the region’s vibrant independent performing arts festival that champions bold voices, celebrates innovation, and ensures that the arts remain accessible to all. As President and Artistic ...

On the surface, the word socialite can sound frivolous. But for those who know how to harness the power of connection, b...
12/10/2025

On the surface, the word socialite can sound frivolous. But for those who know how to harness the power of connection, being social can be a superpower.

On the surface, the word socialite can sound frivolous. But for those who know how to harness the power of connection, being social can be a superpower—especially when it’s used in service of the community.   “Maven of Mardi Gras” Luann Denten has done exactly that. As founder of The Krewe ...

Our Q&A with the brilliant Arvan Chan.
12/09/2025

Our Q&A with the brilliant Arvan Chan.

Whether he’s mapping global growth strategies for companies like Centene Corporation, or speaking at the World Economic Forum in Switzerland, Arvan Chan brings a rare mix of strategic rigor and social commitment to the healthcare-and-impact sector. Arvan is not just an executive; he is a global th...

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