Time Out Youth Pride Guide 2026

Happy Pride Month from the team at Time Out Youth! We are so grateful for a chance to celebrate what we center every day: LGBTQ+ joy. During a time in which queer and trans people are under attack, it is incredibly important to make space for all the things we love about pride: hope, joy, beauty, resistance, and the rich history and diversity of our community. We are wishing our entire LGBTQ+ family a wonderful pride season.

During pride month, we are very lucky to have the support of our community! If you are looking for a fun way to support our work, please keep our wonderful partners in mind. Whether you want to grab a beer, create your own pottery, or see an aerial show, there’s a way for everyone to get involved.

Read on to check out all the ways you can join us as we empower LGBTQ+ youth this month!

With pride, 

Elissa Miller (she/they)

Communications Manager, Time Out Youth

P.S. Are you a business, organizer, or community group hosting a fundraiser for TOY this month and don’t see yourself listed here? Send us an email at info@timeoutyouth.org. We’d love to feature you!

Special Events Supporting Time Out Youth

VTGPride with Groovy Daisy Vintage, June 1 – 13 online

You are cordially invited to participate in #vtgpride 2026: a collaborative allied community event celebrating PRIDE month and love for vintage! A portion of proceeds from Groovy Daisy Vintage’s VTGPRIDE listings will support our work at Time Out Youth. Shop and participate by visiting instagram HERE.

Pride BINGO with NACE, June 9 from 5:30 – 8:30PM

Join us for a vibrant evening celebrating Pride with the Charlotte Chapter of NACE (National Association for Catering and Events). Enjoy an evening filled with bingo (with cards included in registration and additional cards available for purchase), incredible drag performances, and great food and drinks. Whether you’re playing for prizes, cheering on the performances, or networking with fellow hospitality professionals, there’s something for everyone. Proceeds from BINGO cards will be donated to TOY! Register HERE.

Pride Fundraising Flow at iShine Yoga and Wellness, June 12 from 7:15 – 8:30PM 

Join a donation-based, fun vinyasa flow led by Charlie Merlock, RYT 500, at iShine Yoga and Wellness in Huntersville. You can look forward to leaving class with a smile on your face! It is open to all levels with no registration required! Joining virtually is also available. All proceeds from the class will be donated to us at Time Out Youth.

UltraViolet Sapphic Dance Party at Petra’s, June 13 at 8PM

Join this Sapphic event featuring 2 stages, 6 DJs, wonderful offerings of curiosities and creations (tarot, poetry, and doodle portraits), and a Y2K fantasy wardrobe theme. It is $12 at the door with proceeds benefitting our work here at TOY! Learn more HERE.

Pride Tattoos with Thad Collis @ Green Ghost Tattoo, June 13 by appointment

Make an appointment with Thad Collis for flash sheet tattoos for $120 (with half of proceeds going towards our work at Time Out Youth)! Make your appointment by sending an Instagram DM to @scruffy_tattooer.

Pride Pottery Workshop by Toasted Clay Co. at NoDa Brewing Co., June 14 from 5 – 7PM

Get hands-on and creative at a Pride Pottery Night hosted by Toasted Clay Co. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just looking to try something new, you’ll learn to sculpt and design your own custom pottery pieces (a custom pet bowl) while enjoying a fresh pour. All materials are provided, so just bring your imagination and a thirst for craft. $5 of every ticket sale will go towards our youth. This event is 21+. Register HERE.

Aerial Pride Party at Hi-Wire Brewing CLT, June 26 (Doors open at 6, show starts at 7:30PM)

Work For Your Beer & Hi-Wire Brewing are collaborating on a series of aerial shows with local aerial troupe Cirque du Biere. They are excited to welcome folks to their third annual pride-inspired aerial show, which will include both improv and choreographed performances! PlayMore Charlotte will host a DIY bracelet bar and High Vibes Tattoo will offer a flash sheet. Time Out Youth will receive a portion of the proceeds. Get your tickets today for $25 HERE.  

Drink for a Cause with Birdsong Brewing, June 26 from 12 – 10PM

Swing on by Birdsong Brewing for a pint — $1 of every pint sold during the day will benefit our work. It’s going to be so fun!

Love is Love: Yoga for Pride at Atha Yoga, June 27 (First class at 7:30AM, last at 1PM)

Join Atha Yoga as they celebrate pride and support LGBTQ+ youth! Join one of four donation based classes: Power Yoga @ 7:30AM, Yoga Sculpt at 9AM, Hot26 (90min) @ 11AM, and Yin at 1PM. Send your receipt of a donation of any amount to frontdesk@athayogaclt.com and along with your preferred class time. Atha will also donate $4 per student! Learn more HERE.

Pride Gives Back Benefit Drag Show at Chasers, June 27 (Doors open at 9, show starts at 11PM)

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of dazzling performances, fierce entertainment, and community pride at Pride Gives Back, a special benefit show supporting Time Out Youth! From show-stopping looks to high-energy performances, this night celebrates the spirit of Pride while raising funds to support LGBTQ+ youth in our community. Featuring performances by Sinister, Phoenix, Angel, Nacho, Leonasia, Lolita, Vicki, Giovonni, Toxico, Bloody, Arianna, Beatle, Vegas, Vanna, and DJ Ghost. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door. Get yours HERE.

Fundraiser Yoga Class at Moon Wolf, June 28 from 3:15 – 4:30PM

In honor of Pride month, Moon Wolf is are offering a special 75-minute class taught by a teaching team. This class will be a blend of styles with plenty of options and variations offered for all, with a few surprises thrown in. All funds with be donated directly to Time Out Youth. Register for $25 HERE.

Fundraisers and Merchandise Supporting Time Out Youth

Hi-Wire Brewing

Celebrate pride month with Hi-Wire Brewing! A portion of proceeds from all Pride Merch will go towards our work here at Time Out Youth!

Birdsong Brewing Co.

Purchase a pride t-shirt, designed in collaboration with us, and a portion of proceeds will be donated back to TOY!

Town Brewing Company

Throughout the month, Town Brewing Co. will be collecting donations in the taproom to help further our mission of providing support, advocacy, and safe spaces for young people across the Charlotte area! Donation option available at checkout.

Not Just Coffee

Pride merch is available at all Not Just Coffee cafes. Totes, tees & good vibes only. This month, NJC is offering 20% off all Pride merch and 10% of proceeds donated to our work here at TOY!

Moon Wolf Pride BINGO

Join Moon Wolf and play pride themed BINGO throughout June! Mark off items on the BINGO card (such as “Take a Slow Flow class,” “donate to TOY,” or “bring a friend to class”) for a chance to win prizes. Learn more HERE.

Hair by Lexie

A portion of service proceeds from any service offered by Lexie at Knockout, A Hair Studio, in Concord will be donated to Time Out Youth. Learn more HERE.

QiBai Jewelry

Use code TIMEOUTYOUTH for 20% off jewelry pieces throughout June. 10% of proceeds will be donated to TOY! Learn more about this collaboration HERE and shop now at their website https://www.qibai.london/.

Skiptown Charlotte

Time Out Youth is Skiptown Charlotte’s official pride partner! 100% of proceeds from their Paws Up for Pride photo enrichment and a portion of proceeds from their Love Unleashed hats will go towards our work to uplift LGBTQ+ young people. Click HERE to read their full pride announcement.

Thank you to Thrift Pony for their $1 Sale and Throw the Day Away Pottery Studio for supporting us through their merchandise at Belmont Pride! These early June fundraisers made a real impact!