Events
Events
Teen/Tween Game Night
Calling all teens and tweens! Join us for a fun-filled evening of games, snacks, and laughter. Whether you're into board games, card games, or just hanging out with friends, there's something for everyone. Come make new connections and enjoy a safe, inclusive space to be yourself!
Big Gay Pool Party
Make a splash at our Big Gay Pool Party, the ultimate Pride Month celebration! Dive into fun with pool games, music, snacks, and all the queer joy you can handle. Whether you’re swimming, sunbathing, or just vibing with friends, it’s the perfect way to cool off and turn up. Swimsuits, floaties, and fabulousness encouraged!
Family Outdoor Movie Night (Strange World)
Join us for a magical evening under the stars as we screen Disney’s Strange World! This animated adventure follows the legendary Clade family as they embark on a journey into a mysterious, uncharted land filled with vibrant creatures and unexpected challenges. Along the way, they must learn to work together and embrace their differences to save their world.
Strange World also features Disney’s first openly gay teen protagonist, Ethan Clade, whose identity is naturally woven into the story, offering heartfelt LGBTQ+ representation for younger audiences. It’s a fun, inclusive film the whole family can enjoy!
Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and sense of wonder — snacks and drinks provided!
Happy Hour
Come unwind and celebrate with us at our Pride Happy Hour, no RSVP needed! Drop in anytime to enjoy great drinks, good vibes, and even better company. Whether you’re catching up with friends or meeting new ones, this is the perfect way to kick back and toast to Pride. Cheers to community and celebration!
40+ LGBTQ+ Dinner
Join us for a relaxed and welcoming evening designed especially for those 40 and over! Connect with new friends, share stories, and enjoy delicious food in a comfortable, inclusive atmosphere. This is a self-pay event, and RSVP is required to reserve your spot. Whether you’re looking to expand your social circle or simply enjoy good company, this dinner is the perfect way to celebrate Pride and community together. All are welcome!
Drag Show
Get ready for a night of dazzling performances, fierce looks, and non-stop fun at our Pride Drag Show! This 16+ event features talented local queens serving up charisma, uniqueness, nerve, and talent that will have you cheering all night long. Bring your friends, your best energy, and prepare to be entertained in a safe, inclusive space where everyone can shine. Glam it up and let the show begin!
UUCV is providing trained security for this event – a big thank you for this crucial support!
There will be bag and ID checks at the door for all attendees.
We will be serving light snacks and mocktails. This is an alcohol-free event.
Please remember the UUCV campus is substance-free (this includes vapes) and weapon-free.
Parking: Parking will be available in the UUCV lot, the Iron Forge School lot, and the empty lot across the street. Please do not park on Forge Rd itself.
Carlisle Theatre Moonlight Showing
Join us for a special moonlight screening of Moonlight at the Carlisle Theatre, a powerful and beautifully told story about identity, love, and self-discovery. The film follows Chiron, a young Black man growing up in a rough Miami neighborhood, as he navigates the complexities of his childhood, adolescence, and adulthood while coming to terms with his sexuality and sense of self.
Moonlight is an emotionally gripping, Oscar-winning drama that explores themes of vulnerability and resilience. Please note, this film is rated R for mature content and is recommended for adult audiences.
Experience this unforgettable story under the stars with community and compassion.
Vigil for Global LGBTQ+ Community
Join us in a quiet, powerful evening of remembrance and solidarity as we honor the lives, struggles, and resilience of LGBTQ+ people around the world. This vigil is a space for reflection, compassion, and connection, reminding us that while Pride is a celebration, it is also a call for justice and unity. All are welcome.
Pride Family Brunch
You’re invited to Pride Family Pride Brunch! Join us at Marchello's, 900 Cavalry Rd, from 12:00 to 2:00 pm. Brunch will cost $20.00 per person, and you must RSVP to attend.
Glitter and Grace: Worship in Full Color
Celebrate the beauty of authenticity and spiritual pride at Glitter and Grace: Worship in Full Color, a vibrant, inclusive service hosted by the Unitarian Universalist Church. All are welcome to join this affirming space of love, reflection, and joyful expression. Come as you are, shine as you are!
Picnic
Join us after the Big Gay Walk for an afternoon of celebration, community, and connection at our Pride Picnic! Enjoy delicious food, explore a variety of resource vendors, and vibe out to music from the one and only DJ Joe George spinning feel-good tunes all day long. Bring your friends, bring your pride, and let’s party in the park!
Big Gay Walk (Borough Hall to Letort Park)
Join us for the Pride Month Proclamation at Borough Hall! Celebrate love, equity, and community as we kick off Pride Month with a special proclamation honoring LGBTQ+ voices and visibility. Afterward, strut your stuff in our Big Gay Walk to Letort Park — flags flying, music pumping, and joy in full force. Come be loud, proud, and unapologetically yourself!
The route follows side walks all the way to Letort Park!
Pride Month Proclamation and Big Gay Walk
Join us for the Pride Month Proclamation at Borough Hall! Celebrate love, equity, and community as we kick off Pride Month with a special proclamation honoring LGBTQ+ voices and visibility. Afterward, strut your stuff in our Big Gay Walk to Letort Park — flags flying, music pumping, and joy in full force. Come be loud, proud, and unapologetically yourself!
The route follows side walks all the way to Letort Park!
Drag Queen Family Story Time
Join us for a fabulous and family-friendly event as our glamorous guest drag queens bring stories to life with sparkle, flair, and fun! This joyful celebration of self-expression and acceptance is perfect for kids and adults alike. Come enjoy laughter, learning, and a little bit of glitter at the YWCA Drag Queen Story Time!
Movie Night
We will watch the Birdcage (1996) starring Robbin Williams. This get-together is open to all and family friendly. We invite you to join us to gather and enjoy socialization, a potluck, and a movie.
Proclamation of Pride & the Big Gay Walk!
Event start at Carlisle Borough Hall (53 W South St)
Event end at YWCA Carlisle (301 G St)
Approximately 1.5 mile walk
Paint with Pride for Palestinian Youth
100% of proceeds go to HEAL Palestine, an organization providing urgent and long-term solutions to Gaza’s youth, offering hope and opportunities through Health, Education, Aid, and Leadership development
"Prisms & Pride" Opening Reception
The Penny Gallery will host an opening reception for its juried art exhibit, "Prisms and Pride," from 1-3 pm. This year's theme, "Cast Your Light," calls for artists to share their voices by illuminating their uniqueness.
Pride Picnic
The Pride Picnic will feature drag bingo, lawn games, arts and crafts, face painting, a DJ, and more. The event is rain or shine.
Walk With Pride
Whether you identify as LGBTQ+ or an ally, walk with Pride through town with your community! We will depart Borough Hall for our end destination of YWCA Carlisle and Cumberland County.
Pride Proclamation
A message of support to the LGBTQ+ community of Carlisle from Mayor Sean Shultz.
Bonfire Beyond the Binary
Bonfire Beyond the Binary is a event for LGBTQ+ youth and their families to connect with others in a safe and affirming environment. The event will feature s'mores, lawn games, and live music from folk artist Jimmy Wilkinson. Bring your own chair. Event is rain or shine.
Terror and Talk at the Time Bomb
Terror and Talk at the Time Bomb is Getting Campy!
7:00 - 10:00 PM - Miss Ruth’s Time Bomb
Miss Ruth's Time Bomb is thrilled to invite you to Terror and Talk at the Time Bomb
For June and in honor of Pride Month, Death Race 2000 (1975) will be the chosen film. This film was directed by the openly gay director Paul Bartel. Bartel’s career was affected by his sexuality, and he found himself more accepted at at home in the independent movie scene. So come on over to the Time Bomb on Saturday, June 18th, from 7:00 - 10:00 to celebrate the work of Paul Bartel and enjoy a little camp.
*Free Event
Juneteenth Celebration
Juneteenth Celebration
TBA - Carlisle Hope Station
Celebrate Juneteenth with music, resource vendors, and ice cream!
*Free Event
Family Storytime with Drag Royalty
Family Storytime with Drag Royalty
10:30 AM - Bosler Memorial Library
Take your family out to enjoy storytime with the Fabulous Queen Anita and King Estevan.
This meeting or program is not sponsored or endorsed by the Bosler Memorial Library.The Library does not endorse the view or opinions of the speakers or groups utilizing the Library’s meeting room.*Free Event
Bonfire Beyond the Binary
Bonfire Beyond the Binary
6:00 - 8:00 PM - Carlisle YWCA
Connect with other Queer youth and their families, learn how we can support each other, and celebrate with a Bonfire and DJ Joe George.
*Free Event
Rainbow Happy Hour
Rainbow Happy Hour
5:00 - 8:00 PM - Market Cross Pub
Enjoy a cold one in the Market Cross Pub’s Queer Garden. Have fun meeting and greeting others in a safe and welcoming environment.
Safety Skills for LGBTQ+ Folks
Safety Skills for LGBTQ+ Folks
6:30 - 8:00 PM - Virtual Event
Sign-up for the nonprofit Safe Bars/ Defend Yourself online self-defense workshop. Topics to be covered include:
Prevention and awareness: things you can do to prevent or avoid an attack or abuse
Assertiveness and verbal self-defense: using words and body language to stop obnoxious or intrusive behavior and to keep a situation from escalating
Physical self-defense: techniques to end a physical attack and get to safety.
*Free Event
Support Group for Families and Youth Within the Gender Spectrum
The Penny Gallery is excited to host a support group for families and youth within the gender spectrum, led by Janelle Crossley for the PA Coalition of Trans Youth. Please join us!
Lunch and Learn: Identity Theft and the LGBTQ+ Community
Lunch and Learn: Identity Theft and the LGBTQ+ Community
11:30 - 12:30 - Carlisle Theater Lobby
Identity Theft can put your finances and credit rating at risk- and that's just the beginning.
Hosted by Allied Financial Group co-founder, Beth McKinley (she, her, hers), you will learn how identity theft can occur, how you can take steps to prevent it, and what to do if your identity is stolen.
This lunch 'n learn is part of the Carlisle Pride Week events. A complimentary lunch will be provided for those who register, or feel free to bring your own.
No products will be sold and you don't have to be a client of Allied Financial Group or member of Thrivent to attend.
*Free Event
Rainbow Run and Fun Walk
Rainbow Run and Fun Walk
5:45 PM Appalachian Running Company
Wear your rainbow running and walking gear and come on out to Appalachian Running Company for your choice of a 5-mile run or 2-mile fun walk. This is not a race, just a good time. Popsicles will be served afterward.
*Free Event
Paint Your Face with Pride
Paint Your Face with Pride
4:00 - 6:00 PM Farmers on the Square
Enjoy our beautiful Farmer’s Market and let Jess Case paint your face with pride.
*Free Event