What’s up, Cheer Ups? What we know about reported cancelation of holdings group acquisition

The last couple of months have been a whirlwind of updates from local LGBTQ+ bar and nightclub Cheer Up Charlie's.
KXAN

Pride Holdings Group acquires Cheer Up Charlie’s, previous owners will stay on

The video attached to this story originally aired on Aug. 22, 2025. AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin LGBTQ+ bar Cheer Up Charlie’s, which has recently faced financial struggles, has been bought by a Florida ...
CultureMap Austin on MSN

Cheer Up Charlies will reportedly no longer be sold to national group

One of Austin's top LGBTQ+ venues reportedly continues its embattlement as a sale to a national investor has fallen through.
KVUE

Austin LGBTQ+ bar Cheer Up Charlies acquired by PRIDE Holdings Group

AUSTIN, Texas — An Austin LGBTQ+ bar previously at risk of closure has now been acquired by new management. A national company called PRIDE Holdings Group acquired Cheer Up Charlies, which has served ...
KUT

Sale of Austin queer bar Cheer Up Charlies called off

The deal for Pride Holdings Group to take over the LGBTQ+ club was canceled Tuesday, according to Cheer Up Charlies’ owners.
The Austin Chronicle

Takesies Backsies: Cheer Up Charlies Leaves Deal With Pride Holdings Group

Hope you’re holding on to your hats! As the Chronicle was preparing a story on homegrown LGBTQIA bar Cheer Up Charlies’ recent acquisition by Florida-based company Pride Holdings Group, co-owners ...
MarketWatch

Pride Holdings Group (Formerly Parliament House Enterprises Inc.) Announces Acquisition of Cheer Up Charlie's, Austin's #1 LGBTQ+ Bar

FORT LAUDERDALE FL - October 22, 2025 (NEWMEDIAWIRE) - Pride Holdings Group (OTC: PHSE), a national leader in LGBTQ+ hospitality and entertainment, today announced the acquisition of Cheer Up ...