Vanna Vanity at Free Will Craft + Vine. Photo: Symphony Webber/Axios
Pride Month is a time to celebrate being your full, authentic self while lifting up and supporting others – and drag shows are a wonderful opportunity to do just that.
Here are 17 drag performances happening through the end of June listed in chronological order.
Pro tip: Bring dollar bills to tip and a hand-held fan (if you have one) to hype up the queens.
Slay Sunday Pride Month Drag Brunch at Queen Park Social
This drag brunch experience includes performances from the queens of The Vanity House. Brunch items can be ordered separately.
Cost: $25
Date: Sunday, June 5
Time: Doors open at 11am. Show starts at noon.
Location: 4125 Yancey Rd.
Photo: Axios Charlotte archives
“Be You” Drag Brunch at Slingshot
Join hostess Aurora Nichole for a fun day of drag and dancing. Guests will have the option to purchase a brunch buffet add-on, but tickets are only good for the show.
Cost: $20-$24
Date: Sunday, June 5
Time: Doors open at noon. Show starts at 1pm.
Location: 332 West Bland St.
Photo: Emma Way/Axios
“Hollywood Pink Carpet” Drag Brunch at Dilworth Neighborhood Grille
The queens are rolling out the pink carpet for this fabulous, family-style brunch, which is included in ticket price.
Cost: $35
Date: Sunday, June 5
Time: Doors open at 11am. Show starts at noon.
Location: 911 East Morehead St.
Buff Faye’s Drag Dinner at Dilworth Neighborhood Grille. Photo: Symphony Webber/Axios
Seedling Brunch at Plant Joy
Calling all vegan kings and queens — this one’s for you. Join host Onya Nerves for this lean, green vegan brunch. Food and drinks must be purchased separately.
Cost: Free
Date: Sunday, June 5
Time: Doors open at 11am. Show starts at noon.
Location: 1801 North Graham St., Ste. 101
Buff Faye’s “Dragtober Fest” at Gilde Brewery
Join queen Buff Faye for an Oktoberfest-themed drag brunch.
Cost: $35
Date: Sat., June 11
Time: Doors open at 11am. Show starts at noon.
Location: 3530 Dewitt Ln.
Photo: Symphony Webber/Axios
2nd Saturday’s Drag Brunch at Midtown Tavern
Tickets include a drag show featuring Lilli Frost and The Vanity House. Guests will have the option to purchase brunch items from the menu.
Cost: $20
Date: Sat., June 11
Time: Doors open at 11:15am. Show starts at noon.
Location: 1500 East 3rd St.
Buff Faye’s “1-900-GET-SOME” Drag Diner at Dilworth Neighborhood Grille
Dial in for a bit of devilment with Buff Faye and her girls. Brunch is included in the ticket price.
Cost: $35
Date: Sat., June 11
Time: Doors open at 7pm. Show starts at 8pm.
Location: 911 East Morehead St.
Buff Faye’s “We Are Family” Drag Dinner at Dish
Celebrate Pride Month in a colorful drag show extravaganza.
Cost: $35
Date: Sunday, June 12
Time: Doors open at 6pm. Show starts at 7pm.
Location: 1220 Thomas Ave.
Photo: Axios Charlotte archives
Divas Day Party by The Vanity House at Merchant and Trade
Join The Vanity House at their newest venue Merchant & Trade for a day of DJs, drag queens and beautiful rooftop views of Uptown.
Cost: $10
Date: Sunday, June 12
Time: 2pm
Location: 303 South Church St.
Photo: Symphony Webber/Axios
Drag Me To Brunch by The Vanity House at Free Will Craft + Vine
Ticket price includes the show, but food and drinks can be ordered separately.
Cost: $15
Date: Sat., June 18
Time: Doors open at 11am. Show starts at noon
Location: 3701 North Davidson St., Ste. 201
Photo: Symphony Webber/Axios
Let’s Get Brunched Up at Southern Strain Beer Company
Spend your Saturday dining and dancing with Onya Nerves and other local queens and kings. Food and drinks can be ordered separately.
Cost: $25
Date: Sat., June 18
Time: Doors open at 11am. Show starts at noon.
Location: 165 Brumley Ave. Northeast, Ste. 3001
Buff Faye’s “Jurassic Park” Drag Brunch at Dilworth Neighborhood Grille
Buff Faye and her girls are turning into dino-divas for this Jurassic Park-themed drag show. Brunch is included in the ticket price.
Cost: $35
Date: Sunday, June 19
Time: Doors open at 11am. Show starts at noon.
Location: 911 East Morehead St.
Slay Sunday Daddy Issues Drag Brunch at Queen Park Social
Celebrate Father’s Day with a slay from the queens of The Vanity House.
Cost: $25
Date: Sunday, June 19
Time: Doors open at 11am. Show starts at 12pm.
Location: 4125 Yancey Rd.
Culture Shock Drag Brunch at Resident Culture South End
Prepare to be shocked and amazed by performances by seven local queens.
Cost: $15
Date: Sat., June 25
Time: Doors open at 11am. Show starts at noon.
Location: 332 West Bland St.
This is R.C.’s main taproom inspired by their Lightning Drop beer. Photo: Symphony Webber/Axios
Big, Blonde & Beautiful: “Hairspray” Drag Brunch at the Artisans Palate
Travel back to the 1960s at this “Hairspray”-themed drag brunch. Guests are encouraged to dress up. There will be drink specials and food available for purchase.
Cost: $20
Date: Sat., June 25
Time: 11:30am and 2pm seatings
Location: 1218 East 36th St., Unit A
Buff Faye’s “Rock Vegas Pride” Drag Brunch at The Kounter (Rock Hill)
As the saying goes – “What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas.” Tickets include a fabulous show and a family-style buffet.
Cost: $35
Date: Sunday, June 26
Time: 11am seating, noon showtime and 3pm seating, 4pm showtime
Location: 135 East Main St., Ste. 101
Photo: Symphony Webber/Axios
Sinners Brunch at Devil’s Logic Brewing
Tickets include a fabulous drag show featuring Onya Nerves, Lilli Frost and Liam. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.
Cost: $15
Date: Sunday, June 26
Time: Doors open at 11am. Show starts at noon.
Location: 1426 East 4th St.
Photo: Symphony Webber/Axios
