Asheville

Drag shows

Asheville's LGBTQ+ community is centered in downtown Asheville and the River Arts District, with a vibrant queer arts and culture scene. Popular venues include O.Henry's, Scandals, and The Getaway. Blue Ridge Pride is a major celebration, and the city hosts various queer events and cultural festivals. Asheville's mountain location and artistic community create a unique queer culture that values both natural beauty and creative expression.

A fun karaoke night hosted by a comedy drag queen, featuring singing, roasting, and entertainment.

Dalton Distillery

Drag Karaoke - Divine’s Karaoke Kiki! at Dalton Distillery

Divinity Holeburn

Hilltop Event Center

Blue Ridge Drag Bingo

Join Asheville's original Drag Bingo show at Hilltop Event Center on August 7, 2026, from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM EDT. Enjoy six rounds of bingo, prizes, upbeat tunes, and themed dress-up. Tickets start at $20, include bingo cards, and support a local charity after expenses. Various ticket levels and sponsorship opportunities are available.

The Odd

Asheville Drag Brunch

Asheville Drag Bingo Fundraiser for Our VOICE

A Disney-themed drag brunch fundraiser for Pisgah Legal Services, taking place on August 15, 2026, at Banks Ave. Bar. The event features performances by drag artists inspired by Disney characters, with shows scheduled at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Tickets start at $25 and proceeds benefit local nonprofits. The event is family-friendly and includes food, entertainment, and magical surprises, with all ages welcome.

Disney Drag Brunch

A Disney-themed drag brunch featuring 8 performances, brunch, and a donation. Fundraiser for Pisgah Legal.

Banks Ave Bar

The Absolut Asheville Pageant 2026 is scheduled to take place at O.Henrys, located at 237 Haywood St, Asheville, NC 28801. The event is part of Asheville's Pride celebrations and is expected to feature performances and festivities. Specific start and end times are not provided. For more details, visit the event page or contact O.Henrys directly.

O.Henry's Asheville

Absolut Asheville Pageant 2026

Join us for Drag Show Night at O.Henry's Asheville on September 20, 2026, starting at 23:30. Enjoy performances by talented drag queens and kings, including Mimi Monroe, Ekisha Renee, Sincere L’etoile, Jasmin Summers, Kristina Christian, Celeste Starr, LuAnn Landreth, Monet Sinclair, Ophelia Love, Victoria Grantty, and Anastasia Alexzander. The event features two shows and is part of the weekly Saturday drag night at the venue, celebrating 50 years as Asheville's gay bar.

Drag Shows in Asheville

Friday, July 17, 2026

Drag Karaoke - Divine’s Karaoke Kiki! at Dalton Distillery

Saturday, August 1, 2026

Blue Ridge Drag Bingo

Friday, August 7, 2026

Asheville Drag Bingo Fundraiser for Our VOICE

Saturday, August 15, 2026

Disney Drag Brunch

Take Asheville's queer scene with you

Monday, August 17, 2026

Disney Drag Brunch

Tuesday, September 1, 2026

Absolut Asheville Pageant 2026

Sunday, September 20, 2026

Drag Show Night at O.Henry's Asheville

Take Asheville's queer scene with you