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Gay bars, lounges, and clubs are the traditional places for LGBTQ people to meet. Even if your town is not large enough for a gay bar, local bars may have a "gay night" or LGBTQ-friendly events throughout the year. Talk to local bartenders about organizing their own LGBTQ night if no bars in your town currently hold one. Some small towns hold annual pride festivals, parades, or events. If your town holds an annual festival, attend the event and reach out to the attendees or volunteers. The most popular time for towns to hold pride-related events is June, or LGBTQ history month. Volunteering at pride festivals is another great way to get involved in the queer community and meet gay men. Many towns have queer organizations where members can meet and support one another. Search for local queer groups or check for chapters of these popular queer organizations in your area: Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Family Equality Council Parents, Family & Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) International Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Intersex Association (ILGA) The GLBT National Help Center Gay & Lesbian Advocates & Defenders (GLAD) If your town doesn't have an LGBTQ organization, make one yourself. Advertise for the group online and in person, involve any queer friends you already know, and set up frequent get togethers to make a space for queer men in your town to mingle and spread LGBTQ awareness! Making an LGBTQ organization in a small town is a slow, steady process. Focus on building your group one member at a time, and don't get discouraged if it takes time to find new members. If you're out to any loved ones, ask them if they know any gay men in your town. They may give you their gay friend's contact information or, if both of you are comfortable, arrange for both of you to meet. Even if your loved ones don't know any single gay men, they may be able to set you up with queer friends or mentors.
Go to local gay bars or clubs. Attend local pride festivals or events. Get involved with LGBTQ organizations in your area. Start your own LGBTQ group. Get referrals from friends, family, and co-workers.