Ilegal Mezcal CelebratingYOU Pride Event at Public Records

Now in its fifth edition, Ilegal Mezcal and wayOUT, a national non-profit organization committed to empowering the LGBTQ+ community, are partnering to raise money and awareness through their celebratingYOU program and annual Pride event in New York City. Ilegal’s celebratingYOU Pride event will have a silent auction, signature Ilegal cocktails, flash tattoos, and music by J. Graves and The Muses and more. 

DATE: Saturday, June 14th, 2025

WHERE: Public Records, 233 Butler St, Brooklyn, NY 11217

TIME: 3PM – 7PM EST

About wayOUT

• WayOUT is a non-profit organization focused on empowering gender expansive youth by investing in centers in their local communities. Their mission is to advance programs that support LGBTQ+ folks in places where society tells them it’s not okay to be who they really are. 

• Across five chapters (NYC, LA, Bay Area, Seattle, and Atlanta), wayOUT works to identify local groups working in LGBTQ+ spaces to receive seasonal grants while connecting like-minded partners to inspire even greater impact. 

• To date, wayOUT has awarded grants to multiple organizations, helping to raise their national profile and bringing attention to the immediate needs of LGBTQ+ youth in these communities.

About celebratingYOU

• Focuses on recognizing and uplifting individuals who have overcome adversity or contribute positively to their communities

• Empowers people through support services such as mentorship, mental health resources, and educational opportunities

• Hosts events and campaigns that highlight personal stories and achievements to inspire and connect others

• Builds inclusive communities by celebrating diversity, resilience, and acts of kindness