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LGBT Friendly Churches in Charlotte for LGBT and Allied Christians

Members of the LGBTQ community often have a complicated relationship with religion. But as the South and its cities get increasingly accepting of gay people (despite certain setbacks), so do a growing number of its churches. Charlotte boasts a very large list of LGBTQ-friendly churches (also known as affirming churches) that don’t discriminate, won’t try […]

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Fun Things to Do in Charlotte for the LGBTQ Community

Charlotte is home to plenty of fun things to do for the LGBTQ community, from annual events to everyday activities. Even though Charlotte may not be the first city that comes to mind when you think of gay-friendly cities, Charlotte has it all, from the arts to athletics and nightlife to nature. Social Clubs and

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North Carolina: An Unlikely Destination for LGBT Film Festivals

North Carolina may not be the first place that comes to mind when thinking about LGBTQ film festivals, but believe it or not, North Carolina is home to multiple successful events that showcase LGBTQ cinema. These festivals include OutSouth Queer Film Festival, formerly known as the North Carolina Gay & Lesbian Film Festival, which is

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Does Charlotte, NC Have a Lesbian Bar? Lez-Friendly Venue Guide

Charlotte has lesbian-friendly bars, but no specifically “lesbian” bars or clubs. Unfortunately, after the closure of the L4 Lounge, Charlotte does not have a dedicated lesbian bar. This is consistent with a trend across the United States according to a 2021 study that found that there are only 21 remaining lesbian bars in the entire

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Charlotte Pride Guide – The When, Where, and What of Charlotte Pride

The Charlotte Pride festival and parade are annual events in Charlotte, NC. Charlotte Pride, Inc. is the non-profit organization, founded in 2000, that hosts Charlotte Pride. The organization also hosts an annual LGBTQ job fair and LGBTQ film festival in Charlotte. Charlotte Pride operates a great website with lots of information about their events, but

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9 Best Gay Bars in Charlotte, NC – LGBT Nightlife Guide

For queer visitors to Charlotte, or residents who haven’t had the chance to explore the city for themselves, it might be hard to decide which gay bar or club to visit first. There is no designated gay district in Charlotte, so Charlotte’s gay bars are spread out throughout the city. Each bar or club offers

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