LADIES NIGHT OUT: MAKERS MARKET + FASHION SHOW

Friday, August 7, 2026
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

It’s time to gather up your favorite gals for our annual Ladies Night Out event! We are excited to champion as many women-owned and/or operated local businesses and organizations through this exciting event where proceeds also benefit our Livestrong Program & General YMCA Support. Shop and sip in the makers market, connect with local vendors, and grab a bite from local food trucks. End your night with a fashion show of local boutique wear. The marketplace will focus on women-owned health, beauty, fashion, and lifestyle vendors, artists, & makers.
This event is open to the community!

Are you a woman-owned business, boutique, or maker?
Partner with us for our annual Ladies Night Out! We are looking for local brands and creators to be a part of our biggest event of the year. Whether you’d like to showcase your products in our makers market or be a featured boutique in our evening runway fashion show, this is a fantastic opportunity to promote your business and support our local YMCA.

Apply to be a Featured Boutique or Vendor

Fashion Show

Get Your Tickets

Get your tickets BEFORE the event for the best price!
Day of Event General Admission tickets are only available at the door for $50 each.

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A special guest is coming to lead our evening of fun, fashion, and connection. Stay tuned to meet your host!

Ladies Night Out: A Look Back

Boutiques and Vendors

Featured Fashion Show Boutiques (2025)

Featured Shopping Vendors (2025)

Bizzy Bee Designs
Bitch and Stitch Studio
Britanna Jeter
Glow & Go Spray Tanning
Ilé Olufunké
King Kids Publishing
Lacha Marie Skin Care
Lilac and Lily Designs
Papparazzi
Pink Posh Nook
Read with Mea
She Crafts Kinda
Soul Love
Stampin' Up

Join our curated pop-up market featuring women-owned makers, community organizations, and local businesses!
Selected boutiques will be showcased in our evening runway show. Promote your business and support your local YMCA!

Sip and Snack

Thank you to these amazing, locally owned food trucks & vendors!

PRP Wine International
Wine Vendor

Standard Distributors, Inc.
Beer/Seltzer Vendor

Sully's Steamers
Food Truck

Happy Treats
Dessert Food Truck

Behind the Magic

Photography: Jen Phillips Photography

DJ: Kenneth Eller

Hairstylist: Lauren Eagle

Makeup Artist: Amy Uhrhammer

Special Guest Pageant Queens

Anaia Mayner
Miss Gaston County

MJ Felizarta
Miss Mount Holly

Catherine Lee
Miss Gastonia

FAQs

FAQ

Q. Do you have to be a member to come?

A. No, Ladies Night Out is open to the community and although it is an event that celebrates women, all are welcome!

Q. Will the event be canceled if it rains?

A. No, Ladies Night Out is a Rain or Shine event. In the case of inclement weather, the event will be moved inside.

Q. Can anyone be a vendor?

A. Yes, for the most part. In order not to duplicate brands and create a diverse marketplace, vendors are first-come first-served. We do focus on women-owned or women-centric local businesses, craftspeople, and other nonprofits to join us in our makers market. Areas of focus include fashion, health & beauty, self-care, home, decor, and arts & crafts. Once approved, vendors complete a vendor agreement and submit their booth fee of $75.

Q. What does this event support?

A. Great question! A portion of the proceeds from Ladies Night supports the LIVESTRONG at the YMCA program.

Learn more about LiveStrong

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Sponsorship