Blue Ridge Pride Festival 2024

September 21st
Pack Square Park, Asheville

Thank you for celebrating with us!

A Black woman at pride with rainbow shirt and makeup.

Wondering when the first Pride in Asheville was, or why we have Pride in September? Watch our Oral History Project’s short video on Asheville Pride

Festival Events

  • The Brass Your Heart band marches in the 2023 WNC Welcoming Procession.

    WNC Welcoming Procession

    10:30 AM-11:00 AM
    16 South French Broad Ave.

    Join us in our annual procession as we march into Pack Square to kick off the Pride Festival!

  • A crowd gathers around a drag queen performing at the Blue Ridge Pride Festival 2023.

    Blue Ridge Pride Festival

    11:00 AM-6:00 PM
    Pack Square Park

    We are so excited to celebrate with you at our annual Blue Ridge Pride Festival!

  • A promotional graphic for the After Pride Party with rainbow lanterns and a photo of Lala Ri.

    After Pride Party

    7:00 PM-11:00 PM
    Citizen Vinyl

    What could be a better way to end the Blue Ridge Pride Festival than with dancing, drinks and drag of the best of Asheville. We've got a star-studded cast for you, including DJ Ganymede and featuring Lala Ri!

Give Proudly.

Without your generous support, our annual festival would not be possible.