September 21st! The festival will begin at 11:00 AM and end at 6:00 PM.

Check out the interactive map in our brochure! Maps of all our vendors will also be posted in the Pack Square parks.

You can find the full schedule for our Cafe Stage, Main Stage, and After Pride Party on our brochure.

There is no free nor assigned parking for this event, as is typical for downtown events. There are several garages within a half of a mile, including the Biltmore Ave. garage and Coxe/Sears Alley garage. You can find a full list here.

For those with mobility impairments, but who can still get in and out of a vehicle, Sunrise Community for Recovery and Wellness is operating their passenger van from 12-6pm. Those with accessible hangtags may park at 16 S. French Broad Ave. for a flat $10 fee for the day, contingent on space availability.

We partner with The Radical Hotel for discounted rooms the weekend of the Festival. Book your room today!

In lieu of a parade, we have an annual walking procession which leads into the park and kicks off the festival. The procession is free to participate in and we encourage you to show off your best pride gear!

Absolutely! We strive to ensure that Blue Ridge Pride Festival is inclusive to all. There will be a Youth Zone dedicated to our younger participants, and the surrounding middle park is a sober area.

Dogs are not allowed at the park other than pre-approved animal shelter/veterinary vendors. Service dogs are welcome.

Sunrise Community for Recovery and Wellness will be offering a passenger shuttle from parking at 16 S. French Broad Ave to Pack Sq. for those with mobility impairments—learn more here.

All of our Main Stage performers and speakers will have ASL interpretation!

We understand that large events can sometimes become overwhelming, causing anxiety, panic attacks, or negative reactions to sensory challenges. That's why we have created a dedicated calming space just for you, presented by Seek Healing. Whether you need a moment of peace, a place to relax and gather your thoughts, or support during a difficult moment, our calming space is here to provide a safe and comfortable environment.

The Calming Tent will be located in Middle Park within our Wellness Zone—find it on our brochure's interactive map or ask one of our volunteers for help!

In 2023, we moved from a festival sponsorship model to an organization sponsorship model. You can apply to become a sponsor here!

The vendor application is closed for this year. Applications for the 2025 Blue Ridge Pride Festival will open next spring—we hope to hear from you then!

Performer applications are closed for this year, but will open in Spring 2025 for next year's festival!