Chili that saves lives? Yes, please. ️Charleston Pride will be participating in Charleston Animal Society’s Paws in the Park Chili Cook-Off. Your support is helping animals receive life-saving care when they need it most. Join our fundraising efforts online, and we will also be collecting donations at Consign Charleston for Charleston Animal Society, leading up to the event, so come on by!

Join us at All Queers Eve as we kick off Pride Month and dance the night away together. Everyone is welcome. This wear-all-white party is an event you don't want to miss. Brooke Collins will be our host, DJ Trevor D will provide music, and our talented Charleston Pride 2025 Royal Court will perform.

Secure your ticket today. Tickets are limited. Early-bird pricing and free drink ticket offer good until March 14th.

Early registration for the Charleston Pride Pageant 2026 opens March 15!
Join us Thursday, September 17th, for a night of jaw-dropping performances, fierce talent, dazzling queens, and nonstop entertainment.
Competition Categories:
• Presentation - Pride Wear / Self-Expression
• Evening Wear & Question and Answer
• Talent

Thank you to American Theater for welcoming us back! Last year was amazing; we can’t wait to see what this year’s contestants have in store for us.

Entry tickets on sale now, too!

REGISTRATION IS OPEN

We are excited to be hosting the Charleston Pride Parade on October 17th at 9 AM. We strive to highlight the uniqueness and diversity of our community. All are welcome to help spread love and queer joy. We will begin marching down Ann Street to King Street, then right on to King Street, and stop at Market Street, starting at 9 am.

Gates open at 11 AM, show starts at noon at Building 64 in North Charleston.

The Charleston Pride Festival is free to the public with limited VIP ticket sales.

THIS IS A FREE EVENT - Rain or Shine
Expect a full day of music, drag, vendors, community, and joy!

Let’s celebrate Pride, Charleston — together.

Looking for something to do? Volunteer? Meet new people? Check out our Community Calendar for LGBTQIA+ friendly events around the Lowcountry and surrounding areas. Don't see your event? Email tech@charlestonpride.org to have your event added today.

A lot of time, effort, and money go into organizing and putting on Charleston Pride. Charleston Pride Festival, Inc is funded strictly through sponsors and funds raised at events.

Due to this fact, we have to raise money throughout the year in order for Charleston Pride to be successful. If you cannot make it to one of our fundraisers, you can now donate here! Also, check out our monthly donor program, Friends of Pride.

Our goal is $100,000; every little penny helps.

Sponsorship is a great way to promote your commitment to equal rights for all! The Charleston Pride Parade, Week, and Festival bring together thousands of participants and attendees to celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community each year. These events provide a great opportunity to partner with local businesses, non-profits, and other LGBTQIA+ organizations whose mission is to bring awareness, promote diversity, and uplift the community. This year, Charleston Pride will be celebrating its 16th anniversary here in the Lowcountry and we would love to secure your support through Sponsorship!

Join our Friends of Pride program and support Charleston Pride for just $15 a month. Your monthly donation helps us host events, continue local partnerships, and cover essential costs. Your $15 will help us honor more than 15 years of Charleston Pride! It will ensure continuous community outreach, help organize monthly socials, and sustain the growing LGBTQIA+ population and its allies. Plus, enjoy FREE access to major events this year!

Together, we can continue to celebrate and empower our LGBTQIA+ community. Join today!

Our mission is to promote the visibility of the LGBTQIA+ community by educating society, honoring our heritage, advocating for our culture, and celebrating our diverse society.

Our purpose is to highlight the uniqueness and diversity of our community through distinct events throughout the year promoting our history and culture, including the annual Charleston Pride Parade and Festival.

As a volunteer, you will help ensure the success of events throughout the year, including fundraising events that will fund Pride Week.