Columbus doesn’t do Pride halfway — we go big, glittery, and loud. With 700,000+ visitors expected, Stonewall Columbus Pride is back for its 44th year, transforming downtown into one giant celebration of love, visibility, and community.
But it’s not just about the party. Pride is rooted in resistance, born from the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in NYC — and in that spirit, the event also serves as Stonewall Columbus’ largest annual fundraiser, powering vital LGBTQ+ programs and services across Central Ohio.
Friday, June 13 (4–10 p.m.)
Goodale Park comes alive with 200+ vendors, food trucks, community orgs, and live music on two stages. Expect performances from Alise King, Lisa G, MojoFlo, and a stacked lineup curated by host Amber Knicole.
Also returning: the DJ & dance pad and a dedicated Wellness Area offering free health services, including rapid HIV testing.
Saturday, June 14
Pride March | Starts at 10:30 a.m.
Steps off at Broad & High and winds north up High Street to Goodale Park. If you want a VIP experience, “Pride on High” offers reserved views at Hyde Park, Parlay, and El Vaquero — proceeds benefit Kaleidoscope Youth Center, Mozaic by Equitas Health, Stonewall Columbus, and Equality Ohio.
Festival Day Two | 11 a.m.–8 p.m.
Hosted by NBC4’s Joe Speir, Saturday’s lineup includes Jayne Parker, Columbus Women’s Chorus, Figgy Baby, Bronze Avery, and more.
Know Before You Go
Driving? Don’t. Downtown street closures start Friday afternoon and ramp up early Saturday morning (8 a.m.) for the march. Your best bet? Hop on COTA, grab a CoGo bike, or find a nearby ride drop-off zone.
Street closures include: High Street, Buttles Ave, Park St, Russell St, Dennison Ave, and more. Plan ahead — or you might end up marching unintentionally.
This Year’s Leader of Pride is none other than Slammers, the beloved lesbian bar that’s been holding it down for Columbus’ queer community for decades.
Why It Still Matters
While corporate sponsors have pulled back and anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric is louder than ever, Columbus Pride is leaning into community power. This year’s theme — “United in Power” — reminds us that Pride isn’t just a celebration. It’s a declaration. It’s history. It’s worth fighting for.
Whether you’re marching, dancing, or just soaking it all in, this weekend’s about showing up exactly as you are. For more info, head over to stonewallcolumbus.org/pride.
