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Drag Brunch - Durham

  • The Velvet Hippo Bar & Lounge 119 West Orange Street Durham, NC, 27701 United States (map)

The Velvet Hippo Bar & Lounge, Durham

Doors OPEN 12:00 Pm (noon)
1:00PM Showtime

Enjoy curated Brunch Tapas while sipping your favorite handcrafted cocktails in an intimate, stylish setting. Think chef-inspired bites and decadent pastries designed to pair perfectly with an afternoon of high-energy drag excellence. Expect the glamour. Expect the attitude. Expect the energy CMF is known for — just with a Velvet twist.

 Tickets are $39 (including fees) and include a delicious brunch, a donation to Crape Myrtle Festival, and performances from some of the best local talent.  Drinks are available, but NOT included.  

Performances by: Stormie Daye, Aris Valentine, and Naomi DIx

The Velvet Hippo will serve heirloom tomato, spinach, and goat cheese quiche, mini crab cakes, fruit, cheese, and charcuterie board, and our assorted pastries platter.


WHAT'S DIFFERENT ABOUT CMF DRAG BRUNCH?

  • 100% Volunteer-led,

  • Proceeds benefit our local LGBTQ+ community and individuals living with HIV

  • CMF Drag Brunch is the Triangle’s ORIGINAL Drag Brunch

  • You can choose where you sit

  • A brunch buffet with some of the most delicious food in Raleigh!

Please reach out to info@crapemyrtlefest.org with any questions.
Tickets for this event are non-refundable.

Check out The Velvet Hippo here: https://www.velvethippodurham.com/

Earlier Event: March 18
Trivia Night
Later Event: April 11
Host Party