MEDIA KIT
PRIDE IN THE QUEEN CITY
Charlotte Pride is the leader in LGBTQ visibility, offering programs and events that enrich, empower, and amplify the unique experiences of LGBTQ people in Charlotte and the Carolinas. Founded in 2000, Charlotte Pride continues the more than 40-year Pride legacy in the Queen City. As we gear up to celebrate our 25th anniversary in 2025, we invite you to join us for a year of exciting events and meaningful opportunities. Be a part of the celebration, connect with our community, and help us make this milestone unforgettable!
WHAT WE DO
Arts & Culture
Programs and efforts to support diverse arts and culture
Economic Growth & Upward Mobility
Providing opportunities for LGBTQ people and groups to grow their economic power and stability
Community Solidarity
Uplifting and empowering the lives of the most marginalized
Visibility & Education
Year-round programs to raise awareness & empower our people
A DIFFERENT KIND OF VISIBILITY
Advertising with Charlotte Pride, whether in our annual magazine, film festival playbill, or preshow trailers, offers a unique opportunity to connect with new audiences. Since our founding in 2000, we’ve expanded our year-round programs and partnerships to align with our mission, vision, and values. Now one of the largest LGBTQ Pride organizations in the Southeast, Charlotte Pride creates meaningful connections with the community through impactful events, offering exceptional visibility for our partners.
ABOUT THE MAGAZINE
The Charlotte Pride Magazine is a limited-run, full-size glossy magazine. Like other premium arts, entertainment, leisure, and lifestyle publications, Charlotte Pride Magazine includes interviews with artists, entertainers, and high-profile community members, as well as features on the top trends and community icons popular each year.
The magazine also offers a wide breadth of useful information about Charlotte Pride’s programs and events, and highlights community leaders, award winners, scholarship recipients, and more. The Charlotte Pride Magazine is an annual, evergreen source of information — perfect for living room coffee tables, reception rooms, and lounges, allowing readers to flip through the pages and find something new or interesting throughout the year.
The magaine also features directory listings of community organizations, events, and other useful information. Your Charlotte Pride Magazine advertisement will attract readers from across the region — no matter what month they pick it up!
A Unique Resource
The Charlotte Pride Magazine is the go-to resource for LGBTQ residents, visitors, and newcomers to Charlotte! Filled to the brim with engaging features, community resource listings, and more, it is the perfect guide to Charlotte Pride and the LGBTQ community in the Charlotte region — think of it like the rainbow version of mainstream newcomer, resident, and visitor guides!
The Stats
Distribution
Beginning in October, the magazine is distributed to select locations across Charlotte, including popular neighborhoods like Plaza Midwood, NoDa, South End, Uptown, and more. Bulk deliveries of the magazine are also available by request. Magazines are available at official Charlotte Pride events, including the festival and parade, and others throughout 2025.
MAGAZINE AD SPECS & PRICING
File Requirements:
•Resolution: 300dpi
•Color: CMYK
•Formats: PDF, JPG, EPS (please flatten all files and/or include all fonts when submitting your ad file)
Note: Discount applies only to ads sized quarter-page and above.
Deadlines & Submission Info:
Advertising Deadline: July 25, 2025
Submit your ad file and advertising contract to media@charlottepride.org.
Nonprofit & Returning Advertiser Discount Returning advertisers from last year’s magazine and nonprofit organizations receive a 20% discount!
ADVERTISING DEADLINE: July 25, 2025
To advertise, email media@charlottepride.org
ABOUT REEL OUT CHARLOTTE
As we plan our film festival’s 17th year, we invite you to join us to bring more exciting films that highlight the beauty of independent cinema and celebrate our LGBTQ lives, loves, and triumphs. When you purchase ad space in the playbill or in the preshow trailers for Reel Out Charlotte, the Queen City’s Annual LGBTQ Film Festival, you’ll amplify your year-round support of Charlotte Pride, our LGBTQ community, and the arts.
Thank you for supporting us as we endeavor to showcase the best in LGBTQ-themed films and to foster a vibrant arts community in Charlotte.
We’ll see you at the movies!
HIGHLIGHTS
May 14-18, 2025
Film festival’s return
The Independent Picture House
We’ll enjoy a true theatre experience as we return to Charlotte’s Independent Picture House for a third year.
10+ Films
Plus a packed, free-admission annual short films night!
Hundreds of Attendees
over the five-day festival
REEL OUT CHARLOTTE OPPORTUNITIES
File Requirements:
•Resolution: 300dpi
•Color: CMYK
•Formats: PDF, JPG, EPS
(please flatten all files and/or include all fonts when submitting your ad file)
Deadlines & Submission Info:
Advertising Deadline: April 25, 2025
Submit your ad file and advertising contract to media@charlottepride.org
$500
-(10 sec max) in trailer loop
-Longer still or video advertisements are available at higher-tier sponsor levels -still ad must be a minimum 3360 x 1890 pixels
ADVERTISING DEADLINE: April 25, 2025
To advertise, email
EXTEND YOUR SUPPORT: BECOME A SPONSOR
When you become a sponsor of Charlotte Pride, you can:
•Connect in-person with the LGBTQ community
•Develop unique connections with LGBTQ Charlotteans and Carolinians
•Get increased recognition, reach new customers, and develop new brand loyalty
•Provide team-building, appreication, and volunteer opportunities for your LGBTQ employees
•Support and spotlight the LGBTQ community inside your organization while supporting education, visibility, and awareness efforts in the greater community
