Union County Pride

09/02/2026

ENTERTAINMENT SPOTLIGHT: LEONASIA CHANEL will bring the heat at the 2026 Union County Pride Adult After Party on Sat, Sep 19! Get your tickets at tinyurl.com/FireIce2026 🔥
Leonasia Chanel is a high-energy drag queen and entertainer based in Charlotte known for her vibrant feminine aesthetic and dynamic performances. As part of the local Chanel drag family, she uses her platform to celebrate authentic self-expression and reclaim the femininity she was criticized for growing up in the South.
Leonasia Chanel

09/01/2026

ENTERTAINMENT SPOTLIGHT: VICKI VANITY will get you fired up at the 2026 Union County Pride Adult After Party on Sat, Sep 19! Get your tickets at tinyurl.com/FireIce2026 🔥
Vicki Vanity is a powerhouse of the Charlotte drag and nightlife scene known for blurring the lines of traditional drag with an iconic bearded aesthetic. Crowned Mx. Charlotte Pride in 2025, Vicki is both a captivating stage performer and a dynamic DJ. Don't miss Vicki's signature blend of music, style, and pure entertainment.
Vicki Vanity

08/31/2026

ENTERTAINMENT SPOTLIGHT: LO**TA CHANEL will bring the fire at the 2026 Union County Pride Adult After Party on Sat, Sep 19! Get your tickets at tinyurl.com/FireIce2026
A leading Charlotte Latine artist and co-founder of LOC Productions, Lo**ta uses their platform to celebrate diversity, body positivity, and fierce local drag with showstopping performances. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

LOC Productions

08/29/2026

✨ENTERTAINMENT ANNOUNCEMENT: We are thrilled that Charlotte’s own LAMÄR is back with us this year, this time to headine the Adult After Party on Sat, Sep 19! Get your tickets at tinyurl.com/FireIce2026 🔥
🌙 LAMÄR is a genre-bending independent singer, songwriter, and trained dancer known for his captivating "ethereal soul" style. Seamlessly blending pop, R&B, and dance music with dynamic storytelling, his high-energy live performances are a cinematic, unforgettable experience you do not want to miss! 🌟

08/29/2026

We are super excited to invite you to the 2026 Union County Pride Festival - 5th Annual! 🎊
Whether you are a member of the community or a supportive ally, this is a welcoming space for everyone to gather, connect, and enjoy a day filled with joy, unity, and FUN! 💓✌
🛍️ Local Vendors: Discover the local business that deserve our patronage!
🎶💃 Entertainment: Enjoy music, performances, and fun activities throughout the day!
🌮🥤 Food & Drinks: Grab a delicious bite or refreshing beverage!
🤝 Community & Resources: Learn about local organizations, find helpful resources, and build meaningful new friendships.
🎉 Best of all? We are completely indoors this year, so come rain or shine, nothing is stopping our celebration! 🌈
Come out to build bridges, support one another, and celebrate the beautiful diversity of our community in a safe, fun, and positive environment. Bring your friends, your family, and your truest self. 🏳️‍🌈💖🏳️‍⚧️We can’t wait to see you!
📍 Where: El Tapatio Salon, 209 E Myers St in Monroe
🗓️ When: Sat, Sep 19, 10am-3pm
🎟️ Admission is FREE!
👉 Tell your friends and help us spread the word!
unioncountypride.org

08/29/2026

🔥🧊 FIRE MELTS ICE: THE ADULT AFTER PARTY 🧊🔥
Union County, are you ready to turn up the heat? On Saturday, Sept 19 at El Tapatio Salon in Monroe, we're packing the house from 8 PM – 12 AM with unparalleled entertainment, delicious eats, and incredible community vibes. ✨
🔥 THE STAGE IS ON FIRE: Prepare to be blown away by a phenomenal lineup of local legends and favorites, including:
Host Oso Chanel 👑
DJ Vanna Vanity 🎧
RC Cola 🥤
Lo**ta Chanel 💃
Leonasia Chanel ✨
Vicki Vanity 🏆
Nova Stella 💚
Nacho Novio 💙
Bess Behavior 💋
Quetzali Rose 🌹
And a very special appearance by Lamar! 🤩
Crafted Drinks: Sip on custom cocktails, crisp beer, fine wine, and delicious mocktails mixed by Booby's 🍹
Late Night Eats: Grab some delicious, authentic street food from International Truck of Tacos 🌮
Give Back: Participate in our Silent Auction directly supporting the incredible work of UC Pride 🗳️

📍 Where: El Tapatio Salon | 209 E Myers St, Monroe, NC
⏰ When: Saturday, September 19 | 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM
🎟️ Tickets: Secure your spot right now before it sells out! Scan the QR code on the flyer or head straight to tinyurl.com/FireIce2026 to grab yours. Multiple ticket options are availble!

08/29/2026

ENTERTAINMENT SPOTLIGHT: NOVA STELLA will fire it up at the 2026 Union County Pride Adult After Party on Sat, Sep 19! Get your tickets at tinyurl.com/FireIce2026
Known for jaw-dropping theatrical transformations, boundary-pushing makeup artistry, and a heart dedicated to local community activism, Nova Stella brings unmatched energy, style, and star power to every performance. Nova has been crowned National MX 2024, MX Charlotte Pride 2022, Miss East Tennessee 2020, and Knoxville Drag Wars Champion.👑
Logan McGinnis

08/27/2026

ENTERTAINMENT SPOTLIGHT: RC COLA will light up the night at the 2026 Union County Pride Adult After Party on Sat, Sep 19! Get your tickets at tinyurl.com/FireIce2026
RC Cola serves high-energy pop princess choreography mixed with incredible cosplay drag. Whether she’s hitting flips as Spider-Woman or channeling nostalgia as Sailor Moon to Dua Lipa, RC Cola keeps audiences guessing what she’ll step out as next. A pillar of Charlotte's q***r gaming community, RC serves as the treasurer for the Charlotte Gaymers Network (CGN) and regularly hosts and produces drag brunches and events.
RC Goslee
Charlotte Gaymers Network

08/27/2026

ENTERTAINMENT SPOTLIGHT: OSO CHANEL will host and perform at the 2026 Union County Pride Adult After Party on Sat, Sep 19! Get your tickets at tinyurl.com/FireIce2026
Oso Chanel started drag to provide the representation he always wanted to see: a bold, fierce, full-figured "femme king" dominating the stage. From serving as a multi-time Pride titleholder (including Mr. Charlotte Pride and Mr. Union County Pride) to co-founding LOC Productions to amplify local Latinx and immigrant voices, Oso seamlessly blends high-energy performances with dedicated community advocacy.
Jaime Crespo

08/26/2026

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