Blue Ridge Pride Festival 2025

September 27th
Pack Square Park, Asheville

Get Ready!

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

    Our Welcoming Procession will look a bit different this year, but we’re excited to celebrate the beauty and resilience of our home and community with you all!

    Details TBA

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

    Blue Ridge Pride Festival

    Pack Square Park

    Enjoy vendors, live performances, and community at our annual Pride Festival!

  • A crowd eats dinner while a drag queen performs on stage.

    After Pride Party

    What could be a better way to end the Blue Ridge Pride Festival than with dancing, drinks and drag of the best of Asheville!

    Details TBA

Give Proudly.

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