Trans Day of Visibility 2026
Hosted by Chattanooga Queer Empowerment Collective and Chattanooga Trans Liberation Collective in partnership with Stoveworks. 

Trans Day of Visibility is a celebration of trans life, creativity, resilience, and community. It’s a day to honor the brilliance of trans people in our community while coming together in solidarity for a future where everyone gets to live safely and fully as themselves.

This year’s event will be our biggest yet, bringing together performers, artists, organizers, organizations, small businesses, and community members from across the region for an afternoon of music, art, resources, and celebration. 

Expect a vibrant mix of live performances, drag, burlesque, DJs, speakers, circus acts, a large vendor market, food vendors, flash tattoos, free haircuts, a community clothing swap, and access to medical and mental health resources, all in one place.

Tickets for this event are sliding scale so folks can choose a price that feels accessible while also helping support the real costs of producing an event of this scale. Ticketing also allows us to maintain a safe environment for everyone attending. Proceeds go directly back into the community and help support the organizers, artists, and infrastructure that make this celebration possible.

Whether you are trans, queer, an ally, or someone who believes in showing up for community, you are welcome here.

Featured Special Guest

Imara Jones - Founder of TransLash Media

We are honored to welcome Imara Jones as our featured guest for Chattanooga’s Trans Day of Visibility. Imara Jones is one of the most influential trans journalists and storytellers of our time. She is the founder and CEO of TransLash Media, an award-winning independent media organization dedicated to telling trans stories and shaping the narrative around trans lives around the world. Her work has appeared on MSNBC, CNN,  and NPR. She has become one of the most trusted voices speaking about trans rights, media representation, and the future of our communities. Through TransLash, Imara has created groundbreaking journalism, documentaries, and storytelling projects that center trans voices.

Having Imara join us in Chattanooga for Trans Day of Visibility is an incredible honor, and we are thrilled to bring her voice, insight, and perspective to this year’s celebration.

Live Music & Entertainment

HEADLINING PERFORMANCE BY HAUNTED LIKE HUMAN

Nashville-based Appalachian folk duo fronted by gender-queer artist Dale Chapman alongside guitarist Cody Clark, known for haunting harmonies and myth-inspired storytelling rooted in Appalachian folk traditions

Additional Performances by:

BTTSXX
The Platinum Angel
Wella Butrin
Strawberrie Zorra
PinkFone
Cherry Guillotine
Calaghan Rudd
Spike Leon + Pynk Syre
River Abrasax
Grayson Carroll
Annie Attention Silverwolf
Bentley Abrasax
Aspen Abrasax
KZ Artisan Media

Community Organizations

We are proud to be joined by organizations doing vital work throughout Chattanooga and the region:

Chattanooga Pride
Swap Don’t Shop Chattanooga
Soft Animal
Planned Parenthood
Chattanooga Tree Project
Moms for Social Justice
Autistic Pride Chattanooga
Hamilton County Community Bail Fund/CALEB
Mutual Aid Resource Library
Hamilton County Coalition
Reconnect Nature School

These groups will be sharing resources, information, and ways to stay connected with ongoing work in the community.

Wellness, Care & Services

Ancient Soul Tattoo
Dusk Therapy
Clearleaf Therapy
Brandi Pursley Counseling
A Wilder Guess
Soft Stone Massage
Choice Health Network

An accessibility tent and support services will also be available throughout the event.

Vendor Market

Our vendor market will feature dozens of local artists, makers, and small businesses including:

This is an 18+ event. 

Sponsors

This event is made possible with the support of:

Title Sponsor: Chattanooga Pride
Four Bridges Outfitters
Artet
HomeServe USA
Good Sister Studio
Flavorless
The Boneyard

This event uses sliding-scale ticketing so everyone can attend. Ticket tiers range from free Mutual Aid tickets to community support options that help sustain the event and keep it accessible. All proceeds go directly toward supporting the artists, accessibility services, and organizers who make this celebration possible.