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Holler Loud, Love Proud

Blue Ridge Pride Festival 2026

September 25th & 26th in Downtown Asheville, NC

Friday | 6-10 PM | an evening for adults 18+

Saturday | 12-6 PM | Pack Square Park | festival fun for the whole family!

Get Involved!

All applications & sponsorships have an August 1st deadline

Vendor Applications
Performer Application
Festival FAQ
Become a Sponsor
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Event promotional poster with floral and nature illustrations, mentioning 'Holler Lollipop,' 'Blue Ridge Pride 2026,' and other decorative elements.

Holler Loud, Love Proud

The Blue Ridge Pride Festival returns to Asheville Fall 2026!

Congratulations to festival logo content winner, Erika Busse!

Festival merch can be purchased from Erika’s website here.

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Fund the Festival

Blue Ridge Pride is only possible with the support of the community.

The increased need for security and decision to go green has increased costs substantially. Help us fund a full, fabulous festival again this year! Become a sponsor by August 1st, or make a donation below to help us fund a full, fabulous festival again this year.

Donate to Blue Ridge Pride

The History of Pride in Asheville

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

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