LGBT+ What to do: What’s Happening in March, April

MARCH 10

OPEN MIC NIGHT: 8 p.m. March 10 at OutCentral, 1709 Church St., Nashville.

MARCH 11

BLAME IT ON BIANCA TOUR: 8 p.m. March 11 in James K. Polk Theater at TPAC, 505 Deaderick St., Nashville. Tickets: $39.50-$60. Find tickets online.

MARCH 16

LGBTBE WORKSHOP PART 1: Sponsored by Wells Fargo. Small business owners will learn how to get certified, leverage that certification and prepare a Capability Statement. 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 16 at Nashville LGBT Chamber of Commerce Boardroom, 555 Marriott Drive, suite 315, Nashville. Free admission. To register, click here.

MARCH 17

HUMAN RIGHTS CAMPAIGN NASHVILLE GALA: Reception and silent auction begins at 5:30 p.m.; dinner and awards begin at 6:45 p.m. March 17 at Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center, 2800 Opryland Drive, Nashville. Tickets range in price up to $175. To purchase, visit hrc.org/events/nashville-gala.

MARCH 24

QDPROM: A ROYAL AFFAIR: With a special performance by SheHaw. 8 p.m. March 24 at Cannery Ballroom, 1 Cannery Row, Nashville. Tickets: $12 in advance; $15 day of the show. Click here for tickets.

MARCH 29-31

MEGAN HILTY: BROADWAY & BEYOND: Megan Hilty, best known for her role on the TV show “Smash,” will perform blockbuster renditions of Broadway classics. 7 p.m. March 29; 8 p.m. March 30; 8 p.m. March 31 at Nashville Symphony, Schermerhorn Symphony Center, One Symphony Place, Nashville. Tickets: $52-$64.

APRIL 3-7

NASHVILLE DESIGNER SHOWCASE: Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; Runway show begins at 8 p.m. April 3 at OZ Arts, 6172 Cockrill Bend Cir., Nashville. Tickets: $50 standing; $75 seated; $350 elevated access pass. For a complete schedule, visit Nashville Fashion Week online.

APRIL 5-7

LGBT+ COLLEGE CONFERENCE: Theme: All Identities- Bridging the Divide. This year’s conference will explore how key facets of identity — gender, race, culture, ethnicity, age, social class, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression — play a significant role in how we experience the world. Students, professionals, practitioners and leaders will confer. Admission is free. Visit the website for more information.

APRIL 15

FAMILY DAY AT THE BALLET: Created with families in mind, including a children’s ballet performance of Aesop’s Fables, movement activities, arts and crafts and more. Noon to 4 p.m. April 15 at Nashville Ballet Studio A, 3630 Redmon St., Nashville. Tickets: $12-18. Get tickets here.

APRIL 21

DOGS AND DOGWOODS: Treat your furry friend to a day in the gardens with a photo booth, Beer Garden, live music, food trucks and a special appearance by Doug The Pug. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 21 at Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville. Admission: Included with Cheekwood membership or general admission. For more information, click here.

APRIL 28

BRAVE NEW HOPE: SPRING CONCERT: Nashville in Harmony’s spring concert. 7:30 p.m. April 28 in Langford Auditorium at Vanderbilt University, 2209 Garland Ave., Nashville. Tickets: $30. For more information, click here.

DOGAPALOOZA: Off-leash play area, agility course, vendors, activities for owners and dogs, and a kids’ dog show. April 28 at Dogwood Park in Cookeville. Admission is free. For more information, click here.