Dudley’s Place drag brunch keeps giving back
Charlotte showed up again for Dudley’s Place on March 29, filling both events for the organization’s latest drag brunch at the NoDa restaurant The Degenerate. The 1970s-themed “Disco & Divas” event followed a pattern that has defined the series over the past two years: strong turnout, steady community support and funding that moves directly into…
LGBTQ+ Charlotte shows up at No Kings protest
At First Ward Park on Saturday, March 28, Charlotte’s latest “No Kings” protest brought thousands into the streets, including a strong showing from the city’s LGBTQ+ community. Bishop Tonyia Rawls was in attendance. Freedom Center for Social Justice Executive Director Cameron Pruette addressed many of the people on hand. Charlotte City Councilmembers Danté Anderson and…
Charlotte Pride announces return of scholarship and internship program
Charlotte Pride is excited about the return of its scholarship program and summer internship, which aims to improve economic mobility for LGBTQ and allied college students from the Charlotte metro area attending accredited two or four-year college by funding scholarships and a summer internship opportunity. Recipients are eligible for up to $10,000 for the 2026-2027…
Fortune Feimster to appear at HRC North Carolina Dinner in Charlotte
The Human Rights Campaign has announced that comedian and actor Fortune Feimster will appear as a special guest at its North Carolina Dinner on Saturday, March 21 at The Westin in Charlotte, where she will also be recognized as this year’s Visibility Award recipient. As the dinner marks its 30th year, Feimster’s appearance grounds the…
HRC North Carolina marks 30 years with statewide focus at 2026 dinner
For three decades, HRC North Carolina’s annual dinner has functioned as more than a formal gala. It has served as a barometer for where the state stands politically and culturally and as a gathering point for those navigating that terrain. On March 21, the organization will mark its 30th anniversary at The Westin in Charlotte.…
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For 40 years, Qnotes has documented the lives, challenges and celebrations of LGBTQ+ communities across Charlotte and the Carolinas. On Sunday, April 26, that work comes full circle as we host our 40th Anniversary Celebration from 6 to 10 p.m. at The Scorpio, located at 225 Fairwood Avenue in Charlotte. The event will bring together…