The Ga(y)la

Every fall, Equality North Carolina pulls out all the stops to honor the incredible people who are building the LGBTQIA+ movement across our state. In 2025, we filled the night with magic at our Masquerade Gala at The Fruit. This year, we’re taking that tradition of excellence, joy, and community power to 21c Museum Hotel Durham.
Equality NC prides itself on being completely community-driven. From our multi-generation movement champions to our first-time attendees, (y)'all fuel everything we do. The annual Ga(y)la is our premier opportunity to gather, celebrate, and say thank you.