Charleston Pride Guide
Pride Week
November 6-13, 2022
Schedule of Events
Sunday, November 6, 10 am and 2 pm
Downtown, Charleston
Location provided after bookingThe Real Rainbow Row Walking Tour
$30Join Walk & Talk on a tour chronicling the LGBTQ+ history of Charleston. This tour is ideal for ages 10+. Participants should be able to walk 1.5 miles comfortably.
Monday, November 7, 6-7:30 pm
The Equality Hub
1801 Reynolds Ave, N CharlestonLiterary Discussion on LGBTQ+ Representation in Media
More details coming soon.
Monday, November 7, 7-8:15 pm
Tipsy Twerk Dance Studio
1703 Savannah Hwy Unit 3, CharlestonCharleston Pride Presents Magic Mike Monday!!
18+, RSVP RequiredCome celebrate Pride Week and join us for this fun-filled dance class! You will learn a choreographed routine inspired by all those classic Magic Mike moves! Don't worry - no backflips required. This 75 minute class is geared towards dancers of ALL levels of experience. Class will begin with a light 15 minute warm up. We will go over the routine S-L-O-W-L-Y and drill it, so that everyone learns the steps. There will be some Floorwork, so kneepads are heavily encouraged. Added Bonus: you’ll be learning some beginner breakdance moves in addition to a choreographed routine! Anyone 18 years of age or older is encouraged to participate in this light-hearted, sexy, fun class taught by none other than Scarlett Ray. Dress comfortably in athletic attire, bring lots of water and get ready to experience a sense of community and feel empowered while you work out. Spaces are limited!! So make sure you register to reserve your spot before the class fills up!!
Monday, November 7, 9pm - close
Bangkok Lounge
353 King St 2nd Floor, CharlestonLGBTQ+ Karaoke Night
21+Join Charleston Pride at Charleston's best karaoke bar, Bangkok Lounge, as we dance and sing the night away.
Tuesday, November 8, 7 - 10 pm
Taco Boy Downtown
217 Huger St, CharlestonNacho Mother's Taco Tuesday with DJ Four5 of the Dance Doctors
Nacho Mother's Taco Tuesday is back and better than ever. DJ Four5 of the Dance Doctors will be spinning the tracks on the patio and Taco Boy will be serving up their specialty One Love Margarita (a sassy margarita with lime, cranberry, and passion fruit) and LGBTQ tacos (featuring lettuce, guac, bacon, tomato, and queso). 10% of all food and drink sales and a portion of sales of limited edition Taco Boy Pride shirts will benefit Charleston Pride.
Special deals are available to attendees wearing "I Voted" stickers.
Wednesday, November 9, 5:30-7:30 pm
Madra Rua
1034 E Montague Ave, N CharlestonPatti O'Furniture's “On The Back Deck” Happy Hour Drag Show
Join Charleston’s only fun, free, family-friendly happy hour drag show supporting Charleston Pride, hosted by Patti O'Furniture, featuring the Empress Kymmya Starr, Emperor Don Javi, Sovereign Jonlly R St. Martin, and Diamond Giovanni with music by DJ Switchburg. Drink specials and $8 burgers all night long.
Wednesday, November 9, 6 - 10:30 pm
The Alley
131 Columbus St, CharlestonGame Night: Arcade, Bowling, and Trivia
21+ after 8pmWednesday Night at the Alley is game night! Enjoy happy hour until 7 pm, free access to the arcade until 8 pm, trivia starting at 8:30 pm, and $12 buckets of select beers all night.
Bowling lanes will be reserved for Charleston Pride from 7-10:30 pm, however, there is an added fee to bowl. 21+ after 8 pm
Thursday, November 10,
Charleston Music Hall
37 John St, CharlestonLGBTLOL: A Night of Stand-Up Comedy
$10Laugh out loud at LGBTLOL featuring Jenn Snyder, Shawna Jarrett, Curt Mariah, and more!
Avoid fees by calling or visiting the box office
Thursday, November 10, 10pm
Dudley's on Ann
42 Ann St, CharlestonTherapy Thursdays Drag Show with Dr. Brooke Collins
21+ No cover, $5 suggested donation to Charleston PrideCome get your weekly dose of Therapy with Dr. Brooke Collins(STI) with performances by Empress of Charleston Pride Kymmya Starr and Emperor of Charleston Pride Don Javi! Music by DJ Matterhorn.
Saturday, November 12, 12 - 6 pm
The Refinery
1640 Meeting Street Rd, CharlestonCharleston Pride Festival
GA: FREE, VIP(21+): $65The Festival is back! For more than a decade, Charleston Pride has been serving, empowering, and promoting the well-being and visibility of LGBTQIA+ and allied communities. We are so excited about the comeback of one of the largest Pride celebrations in the Lowcountry, the Charleston Pride Festival, on November 12, 2022, from 12-6 pm at The Refinery. This year's event is full of fun for all ages including a curated selection of live entertainment, local food trucks, specialty drinks, and amazing vendors! You don't want to miss this!
- Early VIP access to the event
- Private VIP bar access with 2 drink tickets
- Private second-floor open-air VIP rooftop access
- Bird-eye view of the event
- Bar stools and lounge furniture
Saturday, November 12, 6 - 11 pm
The Refinery
1640 Meeting Street Rd, CharlestonPrism
18+ GA: $22, VIP (21+): $55Charleston Pride's premier party is back and better than ever! Celebrate with 5 hours of dancing, drag, and drinking. Food trucks will be on-site throughout the event.
- First-come, first-served VIP parking (for the first 55 vehicles)
- Special VIP entry/line
- Private VIP bar access with 2 drink tickets
- Private second-floor open-air VIP rooftop access
- Birds-eye view of the event
- Bar stools and lounge furniture
Sunday, November 13, 12 - 4 pm
Port of Call
99 S. Market St. Suite 5, CharlestonDrag Me to Brunch
Finish off Pride Week by joining Charleston Pride for Sunday Drag Brunch. Music by DJ Trevor D and an entertainment line-up coming soon.
Show at 1 pm
Sunday, November 13, 12 - 3 pm
Hotel Emeline
181 Church St, CharlestonFrannie & the Fox
Hosted by Brooke Collins, with performances by Shariese Ses Pieces, The Empress of Charleston Pride Kymmya Starr, and Juliana Jade!
Reservations recommended (843) 577-2644
Sunday, November 13, 10pm
Dudleys on Ann
42 Ann St, CharlestonBlacklight Glow Party
21+Close out Pride Week with a Blacklight Glow Party hosted by The Empress of Charleston Pride Kymmya Starr and featuring Carmella Monet Monroe and Glam Chicken.
Charleston Pride Festival
The Charleston Pride Festival will be held at The Refinery (1640 Meeting Street Road) in Charleston on Saturday, November 12, 2022 from 12-6 pm. This year's event is full of fun for all ages including a curated selection of live entertainment, local food trucks, specialty drinks, and amazing vendors! You don't want to miss this!
The festival will feature drag performances by Emperor Don Javi, Empress Kymmya Starr, Sovereign Jonlly R St. Martin, Mr. Outfest D'Wess Lefaris, Miss Outfest Gouda Judy, Luscious, Leslie Lane, Kylee Lovlee, Ebony Wood, Mira Shatters, and Medusa Chaos. Aerial showcase hosted by Scarlett Ray with aerialists from Uptown Aerial, Aerial Fit, and Out on a Limb. Music by DJ JT-RAZOR and Singer Becky Rasman.
Prism
Charleston Pride's premier party is back and better than ever! Celebrate with 5 hours of dancing, drag, and drinking. Food trucks will be on-site throughout the event.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Clutch bags, waist pack, and fanny packs with no more than one compartment. Clutches that are not clear must be no larger than 6.5” by 5.5”.
- Hydration packs that are emptied of all liquid and have no more than 2 pockets in addition to the one holding the water reservoir.
- Medical and diaper bags
- 1 gallon or smaller clear freezer bags