LGBTQIA+ Upstate

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LGBTQIA+ Upstate Family Network

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LGBTQIA+ UPSTATE Family Network

Our LGBTQIA+ Upstate Family Network is a small group of LGBTQIA+ families parenting in and around the upstate. We invite you to join us for playdates, activity groups, or other local activities!

Bi-Weekly Playdates - Ages under 12

Join us every other week for playdates at local parks or other planned activities for children under the age of 12 and friends. Every other Wednesday.

Monthly Teen Events - ages 13+

Our monthly teen events are for ages 13+ to join our planned activities to be enjoyed family style or with allies or friends.

Family Nights Out

Our family nights out events are for families to join together in organized, planned events in or around the Upstate.

Community Resources

Get resources from local organizations providing services and guidance to families and adolescents living in the Upstate.

Family Networking

Meet other LGBTQIA+ families and allies living in and around he Upstate to network and plan activities together on your own.

Restricted Access

Our LGBTQIA+ Upstate Family Networked is private and only available to users who have registered and been approved by our organization.
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KID PLAYDATES (-12) - Bi-Weekly

Meet other LGBTQIA+ parents for playdates at local parks in and around the upstate. Sign up below to join our calendar of local playdates and let’s meet up!

Teen Meet-Ups (13+) - Monthly

Join other local teens (ages 13+) each month for a fun meet-up. These activities may include: skating, bowling, hockey, baseball, golf, and other fun stuff to enjoy! 

Teen Meet-Ups meets the second Friday of each month!

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FAMILY NIGHTS OUT - Monthly

Meet us out and about for “Family Nights Out!” Activities may include dinner, movies, organized events such as local festivals, or family friendly events that are local and fun for everyone!

Family Nights Out meets the third Saturday of each month.

DRAG QUEEN STORYTIME

We are actively searching for Drag Queens to join our Drag Queen Story Time – Virtual Program. You can join from anywhere using our technology from Cisco – Webex.

Our story time schedule will run on Wednesdays & Saturdays from 6p – 6:30p (est).

We appreciate your interest and willingness to volunteer.

How to Register?

Registration is easy, yet to protect our families we require users to register to our network before sharing our calendars of events, news, and other sensitive content.

Once approved, you can always view this content when logged into our website. Visit standbygvl.org/portal to catch up on the latest from us!

LGBTQIA+ Upstate Local Events
June 10, 2023
  • Greenville Rainbow Runners & Walkers Weekly Meet Up

    June 10, 2023 | 8:30 am - 10:00 am
    The Commons, 147 Welborn St Suite B1, Greenville, SC 29601, USA

    We are an LGBTQ+ running club open to all in Greenville, SC and the surrounding areas.

    Whether you are a skilled marathoner or just getting started on your personal fitness journey, we exist to provide you with a supportive, inclusive, and positive community. We are committed to helping you achieve your short-term and long-term goals related to running and walking.

    Currently, we meet up once a week:

    When: 8:30 AM every Saturday
    Where: The Commons (147 Welborn Street)

    Distance completed will vary based on the individual. Prior to the run/walk, we do brief introductions and stretches. Once intros and stretches are complete, we break into smaller groups based on pace and distance abilities.

    The run/walks generally end around 9:30-9:45 A.M.

    Our run/walk start point is also our end point.

    For those interested, we cool down by hanging outside of the Commons for refueling, recovery, and social time.

    FACEBOOK GROUP LINK

    See more details

  • Pridefest 2023 Presented By: Pridefest Collaborative

    June 10, 2023 | 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
    First Baptist Greenville, 847 Cleveland St, Greenville, SC 29601, USA

    Get ready for our 3rd Annual Pridefest and this year we are going back to our roots! 

    Join us at First Baptist Greenville for even more fun, even more excitement, and even more connections to the organizations and businesses that love and protect our LGBTQIA+ youth and families!

    Always free and always family friendly, this year’s Pridefest is going to be awesome! 

    Check out our pridefest.info for more info!

    See more details

June 15, 2023
  • T-Time Parents monthly support meeting

    June 15, 2023 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    This is a meeting for parents of transgender children of any age. 

    Contact brenda@pflaggvl.org for further meeting place information.

    See more details

June 17, 2023
  • Greenville Rainbow Runners & Walkers Weekly Meet Up

    June 17, 2023 | 8:30 am - 10:00 am
    The Commons, 147 Welborn St Suite B1, Greenville, SC 29601, USA

    We are an LGBTQ+ running club open to all in Greenville, SC and the surrounding areas.

    Whether you are a skilled marathoner or just getting started on your personal fitness journey, we exist to provide you with a supportive, inclusive, and positive community. We are committed to helping you achieve your short-term and long-term goals related to running and walking.

    Currently, we meet up once a week:

    When: 8:30 AM every Saturday
    Where: The Commons (147 Welborn Street)

    Distance completed will vary based on the individual. Prior to the run/walk, we do brief introductions and stretches. Once intros and stretches are complete, we break into smaller groups based on pace and distance abilities.

    The run/walks generally end around 9:30-9:45 A.M.

    Our run/walk start point is also our end point.

    For those interested, we cool down by hanging outside of the Commons for refueling, recovery, and social time.

    FACEBOOK GROUP LINK

    See more details

June 24, 2023
  • Greenville Rainbow Runners & Walkers Weekly Meet Up

    June 24, 2023 | 8:30 am - 10:00 am
    The Commons, 147 Welborn St Suite B1, Greenville, SC 29601, USA

    We are an LGBTQ+ running club open to all in Greenville, SC and the surrounding areas.

    Whether you are a skilled marathoner or just getting started on your personal fitness journey, we exist to provide you with a supportive, inclusive, and positive community. We are committed to helping you achieve your short-term and long-term goals related to running and walking.

    Currently, we meet up once a week:

    When: 8:30 AM every Saturday
    Where: The Commons (147 Welborn Street)

    Distance completed will vary based on the individual. Prior to the run/walk, we do brief introductions and stretches. Once intros and stretches are complete, we break into smaller groups based on pace and distance abilities.

    The run/walks generally end around 9:30-9:45 A.M.

    Our run/walk start point is also our end point.

    For those interested, we cool down by hanging outside of the Commons for refueling, recovery, and social time.

    FACEBOOK GROUP LINK

    See more details

  • Upstate Black Pride March & Festival Presented By: Upstate Pride

    June 24, 2023 | 11:30 am - 8:00 pm
    Downtown Greenville, S Main St, Greenville, SC 29605, USA

    The Upstate Black Pride March and Festival is a community event that is all inclusive and an opportunity to love and be loved on regardless of ethnicity, identity, orientation, and gender. 

    We march in downtown Greenville then enjoy a full day of performances, vendors, food trucks and lots of great fun.

    FACEBOOK EVENT

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June 29, 2023
  • Drag Queen Bingo ft. "Queen of Versage"

    June 29, 2023 | 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
    Aloft Greenville Downtown, 5 N Laurens St, Greenville, SC 29601, USA

    WHEN: Last Thursday of every month at 7 - 10 PM

    WHERE: Aloft Greenville Downtown

    ADMISSION: Free

    Join us for a fabulous evening of bingo to benefit Upstate Pride SC. Enjoy an assortment of signature cocktails and prizes. 

    See more details

July 1, 2023
  • Greenville Rainbow Runners & Walkers Weekly Meet Up

    July 1, 2023 | 8:30 am - 10:00 am
    The Commons, 147 Welborn St Suite B1, Greenville, SC 29601, USA

    We are an LGBTQ+ running club open to all in Greenville, SC and the surrounding areas.

    Whether you are a skilled marathoner or just getting started on your personal fitness journey, we exist to provide you with a supportive, inclusive, and positive community. We are committed to helping you achieve your short-term and long-term goals related to running and walking.

    Currently, we meet up once a week:

    When: 8:30 AM every Saturday
    Where: The Commons (147 Welborn Street)

    Distance completed will vary based on the individual. Prior to the run/walk, we do brief introductions and stretches. Once intros and stretches are complete, we break into smaller groups based on pace and distance abilities.

    The run/walks generally end around 9:30-9:45 A.M.

    Our run/walk start point is also our end point.

    For those interested, we cool down by hanging outside of the Commons for refueling, recovery, and social time.

    FACEBOOK GROUP LINK

    See more details

July 5, 2023
  • PFLAG GVL - Monthly Support Group with Friends

    July 5, 2023 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Queer Wellness Center of Greenville, 30 Pointe Cir, Greenville, SC 29615, USA

    We are thrilled to have you join our monthly PFLAG GVL support group meeting. 

    We are a safe place to share, learn, listen, and experience our journeys together.

    Whether you are joining for support, resources, or just to see what we are all about, we are glad you are here!

    Please complete this form and watch for us to email you more information about meeting details.

    See more details

July 6, 2023
  • Queer Led Worship Service - Trinity Lutheran Church

    July 6, 2023 | 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
    Trinity Lutheran Church, 421 N Main St, Greenville, SC 29601, USA

    Join Trinity Lutheran Church for their monthly Queer Led Worship Service from 6:30-8P on the First Thursday of each Month.

    Click here for more info

    See more details

July 8, 2023
  • Greenville Rainbow Runners & Walkers Weekly Meet Up

    July 8, 2023 | 8:30 am - 10:00 am
    The Commons, 147 Welborn St Suite B1, Greenville, SC 29601, USA

    We are an LGBTQ+ running club open to all in Greenville, SC and the surrounding areas.

    Whether you are a skilled marathoner or just getting started on your personal fitness journey, we exist to provide you with a supportive, inclusive, and positive community. We are committed to helping you achieve your short-term and long-term goals related to running and walking.

    Currently, we meet up once a week:

    When: 8:30 AM every Saturday
    Where: The Commons (147 Welborn Street)

    Distance completed will vary based on the individual. Prior to the run/walk, we do brief introductions and stretches. Once intros and stretches are complete, we break into smaller groups based on pace and distance abilities.

    The run/walks generally end around 9:30-9:45 A.M.

    Our run/walk start point is also our end point.

    For those interested, we cool down by hanging outside of the Commons for refueling, recovery, and social time.

    FACEBOOK GROUP LINK

    See more details

July 15, 2023
  • Greenville Rainbow Runners & Walkers Weekly Meet Up

    July 15, 2023 | 8:30 am - 10:00 am
    The Commons, 147 Welborn St Suite B1, Greenville, SC 29601, USA

    We are an LGBTQ+ running club open to all in Greenville, SC and the surrounding areas.

    Whether you are a skilled marathoner or just getting started on your personal fitness journey, we exist to provide you with a supportive, inclusive, and positive community. We are committed to helping you achieve your short-term and long-term goals related to running and walking.

    Currently, we meet up once a week:

    When: 8:30 AM every Saturday
    Where: The Commons (147 Welborn Street)

    Distance completed will vary based on the individual. Prior to the run/walk, we do brief introductions and stretches. Once intros and stretches are complete, we break into smaller groups based on pace and distance abilities.

    The run/walks generally end around 9:30-9:45 A.M.

    Our run/walk start point is also our end point.

    For those interested, we cool down by hanging outside of the Commons for refueling, recovery, and social time.

    FACEBOOK GROUP LINK

    See more details

July 20, 2023
  • T-Time Parents monthly support meeting

    July 20, 2023 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    This is a meeting for parents of transgender children of any age. 

    Contact brenda@pflaggvl.org for further meeting place information.

    See more details

July 22, 2023
  • Greenville Rainbow Runners & Walkers Weekly Meet Up

    July 22, 2023 | 8:30 am - 10:00 am
    The Commons, 147 Welborn St Suite B1, Greenville, SC 29601, USA

    We are an LGBTQ+ running club open to all in Greenville, SC and the surrounding areas.

    Whether you are a skilled marathoner or just getting started on your personal fitness journey, we exist to provide you with a supportive, inclusive, and positive community. We are committed to helping you achieve your short-term and long-term goals related to running and walking.

    Currently, we meet up once a week:

    When: 8:30 AM every Saturday
    Where: The Commons (147 Welborn Street)

    Distance completed will vary based on the individual. Prior to the run/walk, we do brief introductions and stretches. Once intros and stretches are complete, we break into smaller groups based on pace and distance abilities.

    The run/walks generally end around 9:30-9:45 A.M.

    Our run/walk start point is also our end point.

    For those interested, we cool down by hanging outside of the Commons for refueling, recovery, and social time.

    FACEBOOK GROUP LINK

    See more details

July 27, 2023
  • Drag Queen Bingo ft. "Queen of Versage"

    July 27, 2023 | 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
    Aloft Greenville Downtown, 5 N Laurens St, Greenville, SC 29601, USA

    WHEN: Last Thursday of every month at 7 - 10 PM

    WHERE: Aloft Greenville Downtown

    ADMISSION: Free

    Join us for a fabulous evening of bingo to benefit Upstate Pride SC. Enjoy an assortment of signature cocktails and prizes. 

    See more details

July 29, 2023
  • Greenville Rainbow Runners & Walkers Weekly Meet Up

    July 29, 2023 | 8:30 am - 10:00 am
    The Commons, 147 Welborn St Suite B1, Greenville, SC 29601, USA

    We are an LGBTQ+ running club open to all in Greenville, SC and the surrounding areas.

    Whether you are a skilled marathoner or just getting started on your personal fitness journey, we exist to provide you with a supportive, inclusive, and positive community. We are committed to helping you achieve your short-term and long-term goals related to running and walking.

    Currently, we meet up once a week:

    When: 8:30 AM every Saturday
    Where: The Commons (147 Welborn Street)

    Distance completed will vary based on the individual. Prior to the run/walk, we do brief introductions and stretches. Once intros and stretches are complete, we break into smaller groups based on pace and distance abilities.

    The run/walks generally end around 9:30-9:45 A.M.

    Our run/walk start point is also our end point.

    For those interested, we cool down by hanging outside of the Commons for refueling, recovery, and social time.

    FACEBOOK GROUP LINK

    See more details

August 2, 2023
  • PFLAG GVL - Monthly Support Group with Friends

    August 2, 2023 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Queer Wellness Center of Greenville, 30 Pointe Cir, Greenville, SC 29615, USA

    We are thrilled to have you join our monthly PFLAG GVL support group meeting. 

    We are a safe place to share, learn, listen, and experience our journeys together.

    Whether you are joining for support, resources, or just to see what we are all about, we are glad you are here!

    Please complete this form and watch for us to email you more information about meeting details.

    See more details

August 3, 2023
  • Queer Led Worship Service - Trinity Lutheran Church

    August 3, 2023 | 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
    Trinity Lutheran Church, 421 N Main St, Greenville, SC 29601, USA

    Join Trinity Lutheran Church for their monthly Queer Led Worship Service from 6:30-8P on the First Thursday of each Month.

    Click here for more info

    See more details

August 5, 2023
  • Greenville Rainbow Runners & Walkers Weekly Meet Up

    August 5, 2023 | 8:30 am - 10:00 am
    The Commons, 147 Welborn St Suite B1, Greenville, SC 29601, USA

    We are an LGBTQ+ running club open to all in Greenville, SC and the surrounding areas.

    Whether you are a skilled marathoner or just getting started on your personal fitness journey, we exist to provide you with a supportive, inclusive, and positive community. We are committed to helping you achieve your short-term and long-term goals related to running and walking.

    Currently, we meet up once a week:

    When: 8:30 AM every Saturday
    Where: The Commons (147 Welborn Street)

    Distance completed will vary based on the individual. Prior to the run/walk, we do brief introductions and stretches. Once intros and stretches are complete, we break into smaller groups based on pace and distance abilities.

    The run/walks generally end around 9:30-9:45 A.M.

    Our run/walk start point is also our end point.

    For those interested, we cool down by hanging outside of the Commons for refueling, recovery, and social time.

    FACEBOOK GROUP LINK

    See more details

August 12, 2023
  • Greenville Rainbow Runners & Walkers Weekly Meet Up

    August 12, 2023 | 8:30 am - 10:00 am
    The Commons, 147 Welborn St Suite B1, Greenville, SC 29601, USA

    We are an LGBTQ+ running club open to all in Greenville, SC and the surrounding areas.

    Whether you are a skilled marathoner or just getting started on your personal fitness journey, we exist to provide you with a supportive, inclusive, and positive community. We are committed to helping you achieve your short-term and long-term goals related to running and walking.

    Currently, we meet up once a week:

    When: 8:30 AM every Saturday
    Where: The Commons (147 Welborn Street)

    Distance completed will vary based on the individual. Prior to the run/walk, we do brief introductions and stretches. Once intros and stretches are complete, we break into smaller groups based on pace and distance abilities.

    The run/walks generally end around 9:30-9:45 A.M.

    Our run/walk start point is also our end point.

    For those interested, we cool down by hanging outside of the Commons for refueling, recovery, and social time.

    FACEBOOK GROUP LINK

    See more details

August 17, 2023
  • T-Time Parents monthly support meeting

    August 17, 2023 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    This is a meeting for parents of transgender children of any age. 

    Contact brenda@pflaggvl.org for further meeting place information.

    See more details

August 19, 2023
  • Greenville Rainbow Runners & Walkers Weekly Meet Up

    August 19, 2023 | 8:30 am - 10:00 am
    The Commons, 147 Welborn St Suite B1, Greenville, SC 29601, USA

    We are an LGBTQ+ running club open to all in Greenville, SC and the surrounding areas.

    Whether you are a skilled marathoner or just getting started on your personal fitness journey, we exist to provide you with a supportive, inclusive, and positive community. We are committed to helping you achieve your short-term and long-term goals related to running and walking.

    Currently, we meet up once a week:

    When: 8:30 AM every Saturday
    Where: The Commons (147 Welborn Street)

    Distance completed will vary based on the individual. Prior to the run/walk, we do brief introductions and stretches. Once intros and stretches are complete, we break into smaller groups based on pace and distance abilities.

    The run/walks generally end around 9:30-9:45 A.M.

    Our run/walk start point is also our end point.

    For those interested, we cool down by hanging outside of the Commons for refueling, recovery, and social time.

    FACEBOOK GROUP LINK

    See more details

August 26, 2023
  • Greenville Rainbow Runners & Walkers Weekly Meet Up

    August 26, 2023 | 8:30 am - 10:00 am
    The Commons, 147 Welborn St Suite B1, Greenville, SC 29601, USA

    We are an LGBTQ+ running club open to all in Greenville, SC and the surrounding areas.

    Whether you are a skilled marathoner or just getting started on your personal fitness journey, we exist to provide you with a supportive, inclusive, and positive community. We are committed to helping you achieve your short-term and long-term goals related to running and walking.

    Currently, we meet up once a week:

    When: 8:30 AM every Saturday
    Where: The Commons (147 Welborn Street)

    Distance completed will vary based on the individual. Prior to the run/walk, we do brief introductions and stretches. Once intros and stretches are complete, we break into smaller groups based on pace and distance abilities.

    The run/walks generally end around 9:30-9:45 A.M.

    Our run/walk start point is also our end point.

    For those interested, we cool down by hanging outside of the Commons for refueling, recovery, and social time.

    FACEBOOK GROUP LINK

    See more details

August 31, 2023
  • Drag Queen Bingo ft. "Queen of Versage"

    August 31, 2023 | 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
    Aloft Greenville Downtown, 5 N Laurens St, Greenville, SC 29601, USA

    WHEN: Last Thursday of every month at 7 - 10 PM

    WHERE: Aloft Greenville Downtown

    ADMISSION: Free

    Join us for a fabulous evening of bingo to benefit Upstate Pride SC. Enjoy an assortment of signature cocktails and prizes. 

    See more details

September 2, 2023
  • Greenville Rainbow Runners & Walkers Weekly Meet Up

    September 2, 2023 | 8:30 am - 10:00 am
    The Commons, 147 Welborn St Suite B1, Greenville, SC 29601, USA

    We are an LGBTQ+ running club open to all in Greenville, SC and the surrounding areas.

    Whether you are a skilled marathoner or just getting started on your personal fitness journey, we exist to provide you with a supportive, inclusive, and positive community. We are committed to helping you achieve your short-term and long-term goals related to running and walking.

    Currently, we meet up once a week:

    When: 8:30 AM every Saturday
    Where: The Commons (147 Welborn Street)

    Distance completed will vary based on the individual. Prior to the run/walk, we do brief introductions and stretches. Once intros and stretches are complete, we break into smaller groups based on pace and distance abilities.

    The run/walks generally end around 9:30-9:45 A.M.

    Our run/walk start point is also our end point.

    For those interested, we cool down by hanging outside of the Commons for refueling, recovery, and social time.

    FACEBOOK GROUP LINK

    See more details

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