Tuesday, October 11
Advocacy Workshop
7:00pm
1314 Rosewood Dr
The past year has been extremely tough for the LGBTQ+ community from a legislative perspective, especially for those of us here in South Carolina. Anti-trans legislation was proposed over six times and eventually passed into law. Censorship in education and banning books are at the forefront of the legislative debate for the next cycle, as well as medical autonomy and refusal of service. South Carolina could be the next state to adopt “Don’t Say Gay” legislation and lawmakers have been vocal about their opposition to trans-affirming care.
If this feels overwhelming to you, you are not alone! What do we do to protect our community and fight back? Join us for an interactive advocacy workshop with local lobbyists to learn more about what has already happened, what’s on the horizon, and how you can effectively advocate to make a difference. The event is free, but we ask that you RSVP here. This event is in collaboration with The Agape Table and SC Pride.
Wednesday, October 12
United in Anger: A History of ACT UP
7:00pm
Nickelodeon Theater • 1607 Main St
Tickets $10 (all proceeds go to SC Pride)
United in Anger: A History of ACT UP is an inspiring documentary about the birth and life of the AIDS activist movement from the perspective of the people in the trenches fighting the epidemic. Utilizing oral histories of members of ACT UP, as well as rare archival footage, the film depicts the efforts of ACT UP as it battles corporate greed, social indifference, and government negligence. A panel discussion will follow the screening, featuring local activists and AIDS healthcare workers.
Thursday, October 13
Official Kick-Off Party
10:00pm
PT’s 1109 • 1109 Assembly St
Hosted by Anaya DeVore
Friday, October 14
6:00pm Get Lit Street Party Begins
Get Lit Night Time Pride Parade
7:30pm • Main Street from Laurel to Lady
Get Lit Concert featuring RuPaul’s Drag Racers
8:30pm • Main Street at Lady
Get Lit Afterparty
10:30pm • Capital Club • 1002 Gervais St
Saturday, October 15
Famously Hot SC Pride Festival
12:00pm–10:00pm • Main Street from Lady to Hampton
Famously Hot Ultra VIP Lounge
1:00pm–6:00pm • Columbia Museum of Art • Main & Hampton Sts
Aftermath After Party
10:00pm • The Senate • Senate & Park Sts
Sunday, October 16
Official SC Pride Drag Brunch
11:30am & 2:30pm • The Woody on Main • 1649 Main St
Hosted by Elena DeVour, featuring RuPaul’s drag race alumni Jasmine Masters & Ariel Versace! Along with NYC’s own Bootsie Lefaris and the icon herself Chasity St. Cartier!
Picnic & Service
10:00am & 11:30am • Reformation Lutheran Church • 1118 Union St Street
Join us for the Official Pride Worship Service at 10am and the SC Pride Picnic at 11:30 a.m. All are welcome and affirmed.