We're looking forward to celebrating Queer and Trans youth at Blue Ridge Pride! We want to share a few ways you can engage with Youth OUTright at the festival.

Join the Parade

We're inviting LGBTQIA+ youth and the people who support them to join us for the Welcome Procession. RSVP to help us estimate the Youth OUTright team size. We will be gathering in the 23 Grove Street parking lot between 9-9:30AM with the parade starting at 10AM. You can see the full route here. There is a marching band processing with our organization, so some folks may want to bring earplugs. If you have mobility concerns, please reach out to us at info@youthoutright.org and we will do our best to find a solution together.

Reserve a T-Shirt

Young folks ages 11-24 can reserve a free Youth OUTright t-shirt for the parade. Designed by youth artist, Reagan Petto, this super-soft, unisex t-shirt is ready to make its way into your wardrobe. T-shirts must be picked up at the Grove Street parking lot before the parade begins. Quantities are limited, so be sure to reserve your size today.

Grab Lunch at Bun Intended

Our friends at Bun Intended are generously donating a portion of their sales from the day! Located in the S&W Market, Bun Intended serves up mouth-watering Thai-inspired street food. When it's time for a break from the festival, head over to Bun Intended for a lunch you won't forget!

Visit Our Booth

Following the Welcome Procession, Youth OUTright will be stationed with a booth at Pack Square Park. Come visit us to pick up resources and learn about our programs!

FAQs

Blue Ridge Pride is a public community event. You can learn more about the full festival on their website.
We encourage families, GSAs, and peer groups to attend the precession together! We are not providing supervision of youth during the event, please plan accordingly if a youth in your life would like to be in the precession with us!

Sponsors

A big thank you to the Land of Sky Association of Realtors for sponsoring our educational and marketing materials for Blue Ridge Pride!

Interested in learning more about becoming a Youth OUTright sponsor? Visit this page.

We look forward to seeing you at Blue Ridge Pride!

Youth OUTright at Blue Ridge Pride

By Youth OUTright

Youth OUTright at Blue Ridge Pride

A Celebration of Pride in Asheville, NC