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Queer Calendar For May 21- July

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  • It’s Thursday – and you can Join Jerri & Christopher every Thursday @6pm for country music, line dancing, and beginner 2 step! At Banks Ave Bar for Butts and Boots every Thursday* No Partner needed Also on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month
  • Hendersonville Pride Open Mic Night is happening on the is Saturday May 23rd! At the Shakedown KAva Lounge
  • Sunday, May 24. Burlesque Brunch Asheville at Grey Eagle, an all BIPOC showcase. 12 to 2 pm.
  • Monday, May 25th, QT Film Club is hosting their monthly gathering for queer, trans, and femme film-makers This mmonday, 7 pm at Haywood Famous.
  • Also this monday is RE:FUSUS: A social event for surveillance awareness. DAatrip is hosting this event that includes public Q&A with Benn Jordan,m
  • Currently happening every Wednesday from 3-6, River Arts District Farmers Market. 21 Craven Street.
  • Keep an eye out on New Belgium’s social media for the next BIPOC market (July) to shop local and support the local community.

Looking Ahead:

  • Saturday, May 30 at 7pm. First Congregational Church of Hendersonville hosts The Atlanta Gay Men’s Chorus for a joyful concert of the Music of Elton John The venue is Trinity Presbyterian Church on Blythe Street.
  • Sunday, May 31st the Beer City Bears hosts their monthly social at 4pm at Shakey’s.
  • Sunday, May 31 Swap Market at White Labs. Join us for the White Labs Swap Market. Bring your gently loved clothing, jewelry, books, crafts, home decor, and other treasures to swap with fellow locals. One person’s “not my vibe anymore” is another person’s jackpot. Tables will be provided. Any items not swapped can head back home with you or be donated at the end of the event. Come trade, browse, sip beer, and give cool stuff a second life.
  • Friday, June 5 at 7 pm. Asheville Drag Bingo at the Hilltop Event Center. This month’s beneficiary is the YWCA. Tickets at BeardedLadyProductions.org
  • Saturday, June 6th at 10pm at Dissolvr Modelface Comedy hosts GAGGING: A Queer Comedy Showcase. Celebrating all the aspects of queer life through laughter. You don’t have to be gay to attend the show, you just have to be cool because this show will leave you gagging! 18+ event. Doors 9:30pm // Show 10PM
  • Wednesday, June 10th. Brandi Carlisle plays at Harrah’s Cherokee Center – Asheville.
  • Saturday, June 19 and Sunday June 20th Join the AVL GMC for a powerful and uplifting celebration of love, equality, and resilience! Through music and storytelling, we’ll reflect on a decade of marriage equality—exploring the triumphs, challenges, and the question: What does “happily ever after” really mean? Tickets available at Asheville gay mens Chorus dot org
  • Friday, June 19th, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM the Juneteenth & Pride Jubilee takes place at Innovation Station in Dillsboro.The celebration will feature:Live Music: Performances by the Natti Love Joys.Special Guests: Drag performances by Josie Glamoure, Indica Gemini, and Sanatana Sins Noir. Community Gathering: A dedicated space to celebrate both Black history and queer joy.For more details about the festivities, updates, and upcoming regional events, be sure to visit Sylva Pride
  • Saturday, June 20 Pride on the Run 5k at Carrier Park French Broad Greenway. Join us for our 3rd annual pride 5k. Run, walk, roll, show up as you are. This event centers community, visibility, and movement. Every step supports Pride programming and local LGBTQ+ impact. What to expect: inclusive pace for all bodies, bright energy and loud pride, and community connection from start to finish. Bring your friends, flags, and your full self. More information on Blue Ridge Pride’s Facebook page.
  • Sunday, June 21 Summer Farmer’s Market. Explore a curated selection of local vendors, artisans, makers, and upcyclers, all showcasing handcrafted goods, unique art, and one-of-a-kind finds. This event is free to attend and family-friendly. Shop local, sip local, support local.
  • The Asheville Gay Men’s Chorus is performing at Canton Presbyterian ChurchCanton hosted by Haywood Pride.Friday, June 26 • 7 PM – 8 PM. Get ready for powerful vocals, electric energy, and a whole lot of heart. This is more than a concert—it’s a full-on celebration of music, community, and pride.
  • June 26-28 Haywood Pride on Main. Sponsor applications open now. When we say it takes a village, it really does. From our small businesses to our individual sponsors this weekend is funded, supported, and personal powered by folks just like you and me right here in Haywood County.
  • On June 27, 2026, AVL Stonewall Fest comes to Asheville Yards with more than a celebration—it’s a movement. A powerful, vibrant gathering of people ready to stand proud, show up boldly, and celebrate the beauty and strength of the LGBTQ+ community and its allies. Taking place during world-wide PRIDE month and honoring the enduring legacy of the Stonewall riots considered by many to be the beginning of the gay liberation movement this weekend of events will bring all communities together to raise our voices in unity for LGBTQ+ rights and awareness. More info.at Avl Stonewall Fest on Instagram
  • Saturday June 27 Nerd Pride Fest 2026 at Warren Wilson College. Go to their website or Instagram page if you would like to be a vendor. (@ashevillephoenixfire)
  • July 10 – July 12, 2026 Land of the Sky Burlesque Festival. Embracing diversity and excellence, our 3 day burlesque festival is set in the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains. Join us in Asheville to celebrate 5 years of showcasing the best of the best in burlesque entertainment. We curate inclusive shows, offering a blend of vibrant performances amid a backdrop of fantastic food, outdoor adventures, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. More information on the website.
  • Friday, September 25 and Saturday, September 26 Blue Ridge Pride Festival on two dates this year! Friday will be 6 to 10 pm, an evening celebration for adults 18+. Saturday, will be from 12 to 6 pm, an afternoon of fun for all ages. Vendor applicationsnow open on their website.