Part of the Gay Charlotte Guide — bars, events & things to do.

Saturday, August 15, 2026
First Ward Park & Uptown Charlotte
First Ward Park, Charlotte, NC 28202The largest LGBTQ+ celebration in the Carolinas returns to Uptown Charlotte for two days of festival at First Ward Park (12–6 PM both days) capped by the Pride parade down North Tryon Street on Sunday afternoon. Free and open to all. Weekend of August 15–16, 2026, with Pride Week events the days prior.
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Thu, Aug 13
7 PM - 10 PM
Charlotte (venue TBA)

Sat, Aug 15
12 PM - 6 PM
First Ward Park, Uptown Charlotte

Sat, Aug 15
1 PM - 6 PM
DuBois Center, UNC Charlotte Center City

Sat, Aug 15
10 PM - 2 AM
The Scorpio, Charlotte

Sat, Aug 15
10 PM - 2 AM
Chasers Charlotte Noda, Charlotte
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