Carnegie Carnival

Queens Tea on the High Seas
2025-01-04 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Carnegie Visual Arts Center, 207 Church Street, NE, Decatur, AL, 35601, United States
Ahoy mateys,Be certain ye book yons passage early for the best seats on the High Seas at ye Ol’ Carnegie. The Southeastern Diversity Project be presentin’ the reigning queens nibblin’ the delicacies and spillin’, we mean sippin’ the tea right at table wit ye. There be some fine choices for your eatings and pleny o pirated up tea for ye drinkin.’ Board the festivities early for a sneak peek at the lovelies and VIP treatment that’s sure to leave the scallywags walking the plank and green with jealousy. Should ye be desiring of a little libation in your hydration, we’ll shiver ye timbers. Not to worry should ye be not partaking of the timber shivering, only the mates who add it will be gettin’ it. Just pick the passage that suits you best and Crewe o’ye Crooked Goat be serving you whilst the Dowager Queen and the pretty painted ladies lounge about wit ye twixt the singing and dancing.

GA Ticket- $25.00Alcohol Add-on- $10.00VIP Experience Add-on- $10.00
1:00 PM – 1:45 PM- VIP Experience- Must have VIP Experience TicketEarly admission, get your picture made, hangout, chat and get to know your Queens.
1:45 PM- Doors Open- General Admission
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM- Tea with a Queen begins

Twelfth Night Celebration
2025-01-04 19:00 - 21:30 | The Brick Deli, 112 East Moulton Street, Decatur, AL, 35601, United States
Join us for the Carnegie Carnival 2025 Twelfth Night Celebration!

Twelfth Night is our kick-off event for Carnegie Carnival 2025! We will be announcing our King and Queen, Prince and Princess, and Sir Bow Wow and Lady Barks-A-Lot nominations.

Facebook Live Times:Sir Bow-Wow & Lady Barks-A-Lot: 5:30 p.m.Prince & Princess: 6:30 p.m.King & Queen: 7:30 p.m.

Mellow Mushroom Spirit Night for Trae
2025-01-06 17:00 - 21:00 | AL

Texas Roadhouse Spirit Night for Parker
2025-01-07 15:00 - 22:00 | Texas Roadhouse, 1006 Beltline Road SE, Decatur, AL, 35601, United States
Please come out and support me at Texas Roadhouse! Make sure to tell your server you want some of the proceeds to benefit me!

El Portal Spirit Night for Ella
2025-01-09 17:00 - 20:00 | El Portal #2, 1315 US-31, Hartselle, AL, 35640, United States
Multiple raffles to enter!!!

Simp McGhee's Spirit Night for Parker
2025-01-09 17:00 - 20:00 | AL

Zaxby's Spirit Night with Trae
2025-01-09 17:00 - 20:00 | Zaxby’s Hartselle, 351 2nd Ave, Hartselle, AL, 35640, United States
Next Spirit Night at Zaxby’s in Hartselle. Must tell cashier you’re there for spirit night prior to ordering, dine-in or drive-thru!

Bank Street Grill Spirit Night for Nancy
2025-01-09 18:00 - 21:00 | Bank Street Grill, 719 Bank St NE, Decatur, AL, 35601, United States
All the drawings will be drawn on February 27th!

Just Wing It Spirit Night for Cheyenne
2025-01-09 18:30 - 20:00 | Just Wing It, 1123 Somerville Road, Decatur, 35601, United States
Enjoy your last meal before the winter weather at Just Wing It Thursday January 9 from 6:30-8:00! A percentage of proceeds will be donated to my Carnegie Queen campaign!!

Alfonso's Spirit Night for Parker
2025-01-13 17:00 - 21:00 | Alfonso’s, 725 Beltline Rd SW Suite E, Decatur, AL, 35603, United States
Join us for raffles, pizza, and fun! Proceeds benefit CASA and The Carnegie Visual Arts Center.

Moe's BBQ Spirit Night with Addison
2025-01-16 15:00 - 20:00 | Moe’s BBQ Priceville, 3524 Deere Rd SE, Decatur, 35603, United States
Join me at Moe’s BBQ in Priceville on Thursday, January 16 from 3:00 until 8:00 pm. Moe’s will donate a portion of sales when you mention “Addison for Carnegie”. I will have raffles present, so bring your family or pickup dinner thru the drive thru!

Alfonso's Spirit Night with Ella
2025-01-16 16:00 - 21:00 | Alfonso’s, 725 Beltline Rd SW Suite E, Decatur, AL, 35603, United States
Join us for an unforgettable spirit night at Alfonso’s! multiple raffles to enter!!

Bingo & Boutique Night
2025-01-17 17:00 - 20:00 | Everything Now Hartselle, 113 Sparkman St., Hartselle, AL, 35640, United States
You’re Invited!
Bingo & BoutiqueBenefiting Cheyenne for Carnegie Queen
Join us for an evening of fun, shopping, and community support!
• Shop Local Vendors: Discover unique items while supporting local businesses. A percentage of all purchases will benefit the Carnegie Visual Arts Center.• Play Bingo: Enjoy a lively game of bingo with fabulous prizes donated by local businesses! Bingo tickets will be sold per round, with card prices increasing based on the value of the prize.
This is a FREE event—so bring your friends and family! Together, let’s support Cheyenne Sanchez in her campaign for Carnegie Queen and help keep the arts thriving in our community.
We can’t wait to see you there!

You Are Worth It Women’s Conference
2025-01-18 09:00 - 12:00 | AL
Empowering Women & Supporting the Arts Women’s Leadership• Inspiring the next generation of leaders.• Keynote speakers and workshops to develop your leadership skills.
Women’s Mental Health• Prioritizing self-care and mental wellness.• Expert sessions on stress management, resilience, and mindfulness.
Women Empowerment• Building confidence and embracing your true potential.• Stories of success and strategies for personal and professional growth.
Join us for an uplifting day of connection, learning, and empowerment.
Let’s thrive together!
All proceeds benefiting Cheyenne for Carnegie Queen!

Eats by Sheats Spirit Night with Jackson
2025-01-18 10:00 - 16:00 | Eats by Sheats, 1790 S Bethel Rd Suite C, Decatur, 35603, United States
More details to come!

Brick Deli Bloody Mary Brunch & Spirit Day for Nancy
2025-01-18 11:00 - 16:00 | The Brick Deli, 112 East Moulton Street, Decatur, AL, 35601, United States
Come out and enjoy an amazing Bloody Mary and Brunch and support Nancy Case for Carnegie Carnival Queen! Be sure to arrive early enough to get a skewer from Deviant Smoke with your Bloody Mary! Don’t forget to check out all the great raffles and so much more!

Brick Deli Spirit Night with Harris & Lulu
2025-01-18 18:00 - 22:00 | AL
Kick off Harris & Lulu’s campaign at the Brick on the 18th with lots of raffles!

CANCELED- Miss Carnegie Carnival and Madam Mardi Gras Pageant
2025-01-18 19:00 - 22:00 | AL
This event provides a unique two-for-one pageant experience! Real-life drag artists will compete for the title of Miss Carnegie Carnival, while also mentoring former contestants from the Real Queens of Carnegie and newcomers who are vying for the title of Madam Mardi Gras 2025.

The contestants for both the Miss and Madam titles will be paired randomly. If a Madam contestant wins, her paired Miss contestant will earn additional points. As always, the more tips the Madam contestants receive, the higher their scores will be.

Real Queens was always a crowd favorite for the Carnegie Carnival season. Come out and enjoy this re-vamp and support Queen Candidate Nancy Case as she raises money for the Carnegie Visual Arts Center. The Carnegie is a local treasure, much like the Princess Theatre and both non-profits elevate the culture of our community.

Come laugh it up with your Emcee Ginger Vandiver, and co-hosts Kirstin Orlando and China Brooks.

Moe's BBQ Bingo & Spirit Night with Abbie
2025-01-20 17:00 - 20:00 | Moe’s BBQ Decatur, Decatur, AL, 35601, United States

Mellow Mushroom Spirit Night with Taylor
2025-01-21 16:00 - 21:00 | AL

Las Vias Spirit Night with Abbie
2025-01-21 17:00 - 20:00 | Las Vias on the Beltline, 1000 Beltline Rd SW, Ste Q, Decatur, 35601, United States
Join us for Supper! Raffle items will be available

BB Perrins Spirit Night with Ella
2025-01-22 17:00 - 21:00 | BB Perrin’s, 608 Holly St NE, Decatur, AL, 35601, United States

Tio Juan and Gilmore Girls Twisted Trivia for Nancy
2025-01-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Tio Juan, 1318 6th Ave SE, Decatur, 35601, United States
Come on out Wednesday, 1/22, for some amazing food and some trivia and show your support for Nancy Case for Queen XIV! Ginger Vandiver will host Gilmore Girls Twisted Trivia! There will be prizes!

A Night with Landon Bryant at the Princess
2025-01-22 19:00 - 20:00 | AL
Iconic southern storyteller Landon Bryant known as “Landon Talks” is coming to the Princess Theatre in Decatur, Alabama for one night only Wednesday, January 22nd, 2025 to discuss everything from mules to vegetables while unpacking phrases like “Take To the Bed,” “I’d Have to Feel Better to Die,” and his personal story of going to school at Walmart High. Don’t miss this very special evening where all will be discussed…kindly of course!
General Admission: $35
VIP Meet & Greet immediately following the show in the lobby: $55
Limited tickets available. VIP ticket includes front row seating during the show and dessert in the lobby.

Alfonso's Spirit Night with Parker
2025-01-23 16:00 - 21:00 | Alfonso’s, 725 Beltline Rd SW Suite E, Decatur, AL, 35603, United States
Who doesn’t LOVE pizza, pasta, and giving back to the community?! A portion of all dine in and take out orders benefit CASA of North AL & the Carnegie Visual Arts.

Spirit Night at the Brick with Prince for Sir Bow Wow
2025-01-23 16:00 - 21:00 | The Brick Deli, 112 East Moulton Street, Decatur, AL, 35601, United States

The Game Spirit Night with Melek
2025-01-23 18:00 - 20:00 | The Game, 209 2nd Ave SE, Decatur, 35601, United States

BBQ, Bourbon and Line Dancing hosted by Best & Brightest
2025-01-24 18:00 | Carnegie Visual Arts Center, 207 Church Street, NE, Decatur, AL, 35601, United States
Join us for an evening of fun, food, and fundraising as we rally behind Cheyenne Sanchez in her campaign for Carnegie Queen!
Event Highlights:•Delicious BBQ provided by Whitt’s Barbecue•Bourbon Tasting and a special Bourbon Auction•Line Dancing Lessons, followed by free dance time to show off your moves!
Come enjoy great food, good company, and a lively atmosphere—all in support of a wonderful cause.
All proceeds benefit the Carnegie Visual Arts Center, supporting its incredible programs and events that enrich our community through art.
We can’t wait to see you there!

BB Perrins Spirit Night with Taylor
2025-01-24 18:00 - 20:00 | BB Perrin’s, 608 Holly St NE, Decatur, AL, 35601, United States
Trash Pandas raffle items will be available!

Bourbon Tasting
2025-01-24 18:30 - 20:30 | Timberland Lake Estates Clubhouse, 3702 Timberlake Ct SW, Decatur, 35603, United States
Venmo @mitzi-bragwell or @john-underwood-19 with the comment “bourbon”
Heavy hors d’oeuvres served!
