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Queer Calendar Week of June 4

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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
  • June 4-7. The 17th annual Asheville Burlesque and sideshow festival. 4 days of shows, vending, and workshops. More information at www.absfest.com. Community partners include The Orange Peel, The Grey Eagle, and Day Trip.
  • Thursday, June 4th Hendersonville Pride will be hosting another Pride Night at Blue Ridge Beer Gardens from 5:30-8:00PM!
  • Friday, June 5 The rain has passed so it is time to get out and hike with the WNC Explorers. At 10:30.am Hike Lane Pinnacle via Mountains to Sea Trail (Rated Moderate on Alltrails. 2.5–3hr Estimated time Out & back. Bring hydration and a lunch or snack. More info on WNC Explores on Facebook.
  • 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
  • Hendersonville Pride is this Saturday, June 6 | 12-5 p.m. at Jackson Park. Since 2018, Hendersonville Pride has been bringing the festivities with live music, local vendors, performances, speakers, a drum circle, glitter blessings, and the Pride Proclamation signing.
  • Monday, June 8 True Colors Circle: Celebrate Pride with the Stories of Your Life from 1-3:30 p.m. at AmeriHealth Caritas. The gathering invites adults 50+, featuring lunch, conversation, and a relaxed show-and-tell designed to foster connection, storytelling, and community in a welcoming, low-pressure space.
  • Wednesday, June 10th. Brandi Carlisle plays at Harrah’s Cherokee Center – Asheville.
  • 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:
  • Thursday, June 11 from 6-8 p.m. | Books & Brews Trivia: Pride on the Page a trivia night inspired by queer literary voices. At Gingers Revenge
  • Blue Ridge Pride is hosting WNC Trans+ Pride again Saturday June 13th after the success of the inaugural event last year! This is a celebration of the transgender and gender-diverse community of Western North Carolina and includes
  • Trans+ Pride Drag Brunch | Antidote | 12-1pm
  • Trans+ Pride Market | Eulogy | 12-4pm
  • Trans+ Pride After Party | Bottom | 5-9pm
  • June 13 from 12 to 6 pm. Birds and Brews festival. There’s something special about a community coming together to celebrate local creativity, great food, live music, and the natural beauty that surrounds us. Join us in Fairview for the 2nd Annual Birds and Brews Festival – a day dedicated to supporting local artists, connecting with neighbors, and enjoying everything that makes our mountain community to vibrant.
  • June 13 at 6:30 pm. Asheville Sports Club presents Night of Love Pride party. What to expect: DJ and dance party vibes, glitter bar, games, food trucks, beer sponsors, local vendors, and a fun, welcoming community atmosphere.
  • June 19 from 4 to 9 pm. The Black Cat Night Market at the Mule (131 Sweet Creek). Live DJ, vintage, and local vendors. Shop local with 15+ vendors selling vintage clothing, jewelry, accessories, and more. Food, drinks, and good vibes all night long.
  • June 19 from 6 to 9 pm. Juneteenth and Pride Jubilee at Innovation Station. A free, family-friendly community celebration of Black freedom, queer joy, and 2SLGBTQIA+ liberation, honoring resilience, brilliance, and legacy of those who paved the way. Featuring live music from Natti Love Joys plus perforomances by Josie Glamoure, Indica Gemini, and Sanatana Sins Noir. Come gather in joy, music, community, and celebration with us. All are welcome.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Saturday, June 20. Asheville Drag Brunch – a fundraiser for Blue Ridge Pride. Shows at 11 am and 1 pm. $25+ tickets include brunch. Tickets found at www.AshevilleDragBrunch.com
  • 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. ?where?
  • 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 Pride Fest at River Arts District. More information is coming soon.
  • Saturday, June 27. Transwim from 8 to 10 pm. Contact them for more information at https://tranzmission.org/get-in-touch/.
  • Saturday, June 27. ANTHEM: Pride Dance Party at OHenrys Asheville. Dancefloor classics with DJ Safari and seamlessly integrated drag performances. 10 pm. Event by Divine, the Bearded Lady.
  • Sunday, June 28 at 1 pm. Free community drag show to celebrate pride month at New Belgium Brewing. Tickets available at ashevilledragbrunch.com
  • Sunday, June 28 Summer Solstice Drag Pageant at Eulogy AVL
  • 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
  • applications now open on their website.