“Futch” is a term used within the lesbian community to describe someone who expresses both feminine and butch (masculine) traits. Futch Night has claimed the term as their name, publicly declaring their target demographic. As a bi-monthly event and self-described “queer party”, it is currently one of the few lesbian centered nightlife events in Los Angeles. The common home for Futch is El Cid, a bar and restaurant venue on Sunset Boulevard. Within the queer community, it is renowned for being a space where lesbians feel safe and free to express themselves. Popularized on TikTok, Futch is notorious for its long waiting times and venues quickly reaching capacity.
On July 12, 2024, East of Borneo collected oral histories from people waiting in line as a part of the Coming Out at Night collection.