Pageant! The Drag Show, A Very Fake Pageant Fundraiser for SeekHealing

🎭 July 31, 2025 – Asheville Drag Dinner: Pageant! (A Hilarious Fake Pageant)

Time: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Venue: Highland Brewing Event Center (Main Campus) – Asheville, NC 28803
Ages: 21+ only
Rating: Ages 21+ | Cash Bar (wine & beer) | Table-sharing seating

Description:
Step into a night of glitz, glam, and gut-busting laughter at Pageant! The Drag Show, hosted by Divine, the inimitable “Grand Dame of Sass and Sequins.” Picture contestants sashaying, stumbling, and slaying their way through surprise categories with playful humor and sparkling costumes — all culminating in an audience-voted crowning of “Miss North Carolina Southeast USA International Universe at Large”.

Highlights & Perks:

• Interactive Pageantry: The audience becomes the judge in this playful parody of traditional pageants — expect runway antics, impromptu challenges, and spontaneous hilarity.

• Taste & Laughs Combo: A mouth-watering dinner catered by Celine & Company perfectly pairs with the show’s energy, offering a fully immersive dining-entertainment experience.

• Craft Beer Experience: Set in Highland Brewing’s Event Center—home to Asheville’s iconic craft brew scene since 1994—guests can enjoy top-tier beer selections alongside the evening’s entertainment.

• Fund a Cause: Proceeds benefit SeekHealing, a locally based nonprofit offering free support services for trauma, addiction, mental health, and community connection.

Why This Event Matters:
Bearded Lady Productions, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, consistently turns entertainment into impact. Every ticket sold fuels local nonprofits—from Pride organizations and mental health advocates to youth initiatives. Pageant! not only brings Asheville together with laughter and sparkle—it gives back too.

Practical Information:

• Tickets: Starting at $25. No third-party resale permitted — purchase only via official ticketing.

• Seating: Shared tables; parties of five or more must book together.

• Bag Policy: Bags and backpacks may be searched. Dietary accommodations cannot be guaranteed.

• Refunds: All sales are final. See website for details.

• Age Restriction: 21+, ID required at entry.

How to Get Tickets & More:

• Buy tickets via the event page at AshevilleDragBrunch.com.

• Not able to make it? Consider donating directly through the same site — Bearded Lady Productions welcomes all forms of support.

• Explore future calendar events and join the mailing list for announcements.

💫 Community Spotlight: Asheville Drag Brunch (501(c)(3))

Asheville Drag Brunch is a local nonprofit that transforms drag performance into meaningful philanthropy. Their mission is to celebrate inclusion, laughter, and generosity by organizing drag-themed fundraisers across Asheville and Western North Carolina. Past beneficiaries include Blue Ridge Pride, WNCAP, Hendersonville Pride, OurVOICE, YWCA Asheville, Beloved Asheville, Youth OUTright, and more.

Signature Series:

• Drag Brunches: Weekend shows often include themes like “Comedy Queens,” “Christmas in July,” or “Free Show” at venues like White Labs Brewing, Banks Ave Bar, and New Belgium Brewing.

• Drag Bingo: A crowd favorite, combining bingo fun with fundraisers for local nonprofits. Themes range from “Red, White, and Bingo” to “Glow Party” and “Beach Party Bingo.”

• Immersive & Dinner Shows: The Pageant! dinner is a prime example — and coming up in October is an “Immersive Murder Mystery Dinner Experience”.

Merch & Support:
In true community spirit, Bearded Lady hosts a merch store featuring stickers (“ADB,” “AVL Strong”), fan toning clackers, event gift vouchers, and donation options for their nonprofit work.

✅ Why You Should Attend

• High-energy entertainment — top-tier drag performances in fun, thematic formats.

• Local impact — every ticket makes a difference in Asheville-area communities.

• Memorable nights out — dress up, gather friends, enjoy food, drinks, and shared joy.

• Inclusivity at heart: Open to all ages (where noted) and oriented toward equity, creativity, and belonging.

🎟 Tickets & Info

• Buy now: Visit the event page at AshevilleDragBrunch.com.

• Group planning: Book parties of 5+ together for guaranteed seating.

• Can’t attend? Donations welcome anytime via the site.

• Stay updated: Follow Bearded Lady on social media and check their event calendar for new shows.

🌟 Community Voices

These events regularly sell out—don’t miss your chance to join Asheville’s vibrant drag community, support local nonprofits, and raise a glass (or clacker!) for causes close to your heart.