About this Event
BEL is a Black lesbian-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the health, wellness, education, leadership, economic stability, and overall well-being of Black lesbians and Black queer women.
As 2026 comes to a close, we are bringing our community together for an evening that is both a celebration and a fundraiser supporting BEL's continued programs, research, initiatives, and community-building efforts.
Come dressed up, eat good, enjoy the music, connect with community, and celebrate with us.
It's about Community, not competition.
What to Expect
Guests can look forward to a full Southern-inspired buffet dinner, DJ and music, dancing, cash bar, community recognition, vendors, networking, fundraising, BEL swag bags, and plenty of time to simply enjoy one another.
Southern-Inspired Dinner Menu
Salads
Red Bliss Potato Salad
Creamy Coleslaw
Entrées
Buttermilk Fried Chicken with Pepper Gravy
Hickory Smoked Pulled Pork with Bourbon BBQ Sauce
Sides
Braised Collard Greens with Smoked Turkey
Three Cheese Mac & Cheese
Bread
Buttermilk Biscuits & Cornbread with Whipped Honey Butter
Dessert
Banana Pudding with Nilla Wafer Crumble
Beverages
Sweet Tea • Lemonade • Water
Your Ticket Includes
- Admission to the BEL Holiday Gala & Community Celebration
- Full Southern-inspired buffet dinner and dessert
- Sweet tea, lemonade, and water
- DJ, music, and dancing
- BEL swag bag featuring BEL and conference merchandise and goodies, while supplies last
- Community celebration and recognition
- Access to participating vendors and community organizations
- Networking and connection with Black lesbians and Black queer women from across Metro Atlanta and beyond
- $10 off one Uber ride through the BEL Safe Ride Home Benefit
Cash Bar
A guest-pay cash bar will be available throughout the evening. Guests may individually purchase cocktails, wine, beer, soft drinks, and bottled water directly from the hotel.
BEL Safe Ride Home Benefit
Celebrate with us and let BEL help make getting home safely a little easier.
Each registered gala guest will receive $10 off one Uber ride on December 12, 2026, the day of the BEL Holiday Gala & Community Celebration.
How it works: BEL will email eligible registered guests their Uber voucher and redemption instructions using the email address provided during ticket registration.
The voucher will be valid only on December 12, 2026, during the designated event redemption period. It cannot be saved for another day or used outside of the designated redemption period.
The benefit applies to one Uber ride only. Guests are responsible for any remaining fare above the $10 credit. The benefit has no cash value and cannot be exchanged for cash.
Please make sure you provide a valid and accurate email address when purchasing your ticket so BEL can send your voucher information.
Celebrate. Connect. Get home safely. 💜
Event venue & nearby stays
Renaissance Atlanta Midtown Hotel, 866 West Peachtree Street Northwest, Atlanta, United States
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