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The Ultimate Guide to Pride Events in Columbus and Central Ohio

City Guide, Culture & Arts, Dance, Event, History, Museums, Seasonal, Speakers & Talks, Things to Do

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Written by Step Out Columbus
Published on May 28, 2026
Photo courtesy of Delaware Ohio Pride

Happy Pride!

Did you know that Columbus is home to the second largest Pride march and festival in the midwest, only behind Chicago? Needless to say, we’re super proud of that!

But that’s not the only Pride event happening this month…

Whether you are a member of the LGBTQ+ community or are just an ally who is looking to have a great time, there are tons of awesome Pride events for you in Central Ohio. So go out, show your Pride, and spread the love!

Were any of these events cancelled or postponed? Send us a note!

Pride Events in Columbus and Central Ohio

Things to Do

Delaware Pride Festival

Sat, Jun 6 • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Boardman Arts Park • 154 West William Street Delaware, 43015

Other

The Delaware Ohio Pride Festival 2026 is a free, all-ages celebration of love, identity, and community, taking place on Saturday, June 6th at ...

Nightlife Events

Rambling House Pride Kick-Off: A Celebration of Queer Voices

Sun, Jun 7 • 6:00 pm

Rambling House • 310 East Hudson Street Columbus, 43202

Other

Rambling House Pride Kick-Off: A Celebration of Queer Voices
Performers TBA
Doors at 5, Music 6-10
$10 Suggested Donation, Pay-What-You-Can ...

Classes & Workshops

Puzzling Pictures: Creativity, Coping, and Collaging in the LGBTQ+ Community

Tue, Jun 9 +more dates • 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

We Amplify Voices (WAV) • 1327 Sullivant Avenue Columbus, 43223

Other

Celebrate Pride Month with Puzzling Pictures: a 5-week LGBTQ+ workshop series that uses collage-making as a creative, trauma-informed practice to support ...

Things to Do

Marysville Pride Fest

Sat, Jun 13 • 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm

• Marysville, OH 43040

Other

6th annual Marysville ( Ohio) Pride Fest!
June 13th, 2026

More than ever, we need your ...

Things to Do

Reynoldsburg Pride Celebration

Sat, Jun 13 • 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Huber Park • 1640 Davidson Dr. Reynoldsburg, OH 43068

Other

The Reynoldsburg Pride Celebration is a community celebration to empower and bring awareness to the intersectional lives of LGBTQIA+. The event means something ...


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Things to Do

Grove City PrideFest

Sun, Jun 14 • 1:00 pm

Grove City Town Center • 3378 Park St Grove City, OH 43123

Other

Get ready to celebrate love, community, and pride at Pride in GC PrideFest 2026!  Join us on June 14th at Town Center Park for a vibrant day filled with ...

Brunch

Gaga Pride Drag Brunch

Sun, Jun 14 • 2:00 pm

Admission starts at: $27

Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219

Other

Ages 21 and up Sunday, June 14 Doors: 12:30 pm // Show: 2 pm $27 to $42 Ticket Policy: The Funny Bone has a full bar and ...

Cinema

No Man’s Land Film Festival: Pride Program

Tue, Jun 16 • 7:00 pm

Admission starts at: $6

Wexner Center for the Arts • 1871 North High Street Columbus, 43210

Other

A program of compelling outdoor sports films that explore themes of LGBTQ+ identity and community.   No Man’s Land Film Festival ...

Things to Do

Stonewall Columbus Pride Festival

Fri, Jun 19 - Sat, Jun 20 • Times Vary

Goodale Park • 120 West Goodale Street Columbus, 43215

Other

INCLUSIVE • KIND • THOUGHTFUL • RESPECTFUL • PROUD! With over 200 nonprofit and corporate vendors, 2 performance stages (Pride Stage + Red [Space] ...

Classes & Workshops

Peace and Pride

Fri, Jun 19 • 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Admission starts at: $27

Brush Crazy • 1299 Bethel Road Columbus, 43220

Other

Come in and get a little Brush Crazy! Peace and Pride is our featured painting. We have step by step instructions, with pictures and words for you to follow ...

Nightlife Events

Rooftop Pride Drag Show

Fri, Jun 19 • 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Budd Dairy Food Hall • 1086 North 4th Street Columbus, 43201

Other

Rooftop Pride Drag Show ...

Dance Performance

The HER2-Revue “Shimmy ‘n’ Shake for Survivors” Burlesque Showcase

Sat, Jun 20 • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Admission starts at: $30

The Nest Theatre • 2643 North High Street Columbus, 43202

Other

Join us Saturday, June 20 during National Cancer Survivors Month for the third annual HER2-Revue “Shimmy ‘n’ Shake for Survivors” showcase, a celebration ...

Nightlife Events

Sarah Cowan Pride Fest Afterparty w/ Hawa + the band & The Fronks

Sat, Jun 20 • 9:00 pm

Rumba Cafe • 2507 Summit Street Columbus, 43202

Other

Sarah Cowan Pride Fest Afterparty w/ Hawa + the band & The Fronks ...

Things to Do

Upper Arlington Pride

Sun, Jun 28 • 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Board Room at the Bob Crane Community Center. • Upper Arlington, OH

Other

Rainbow UA Pride 2026 returns to Sunny 95 Park and the Amelita Mirolo Barn, with free family-friendly fun for all ages. Join us for entertainment, community ...

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