Everything you need to know about State Street Pride 2026.
State Street Pride returns for its third year on June 13, 2026, transforming State Street in Downtown Columbus into a vibrant, open-air celebration of queer creativity, community connection, and local culture. Each year, the festival continues to grow as a grassroots, artist-centered event that invests directly in the people and organizations shaping the city’s creative footprint. Explore our vibrant vendor marketplace, enjoy incredible food and drinks, experience unforgettable live music + drag, connect with the community + allies, and experience the kind of energy that makes State Street Pride one of Columbus’ most exciting, new summer events!
Built with intention, our focus is on community impact, accessibility, and opportunity. State Street Pride prioritizes paid opportunities for local performers, a curated marketplace of small businesses, and accessible participation for nonprofit organizations. The event is designed not only as a celebration, but as a platform that strengthens visibility, economic opportunity, and connection within Columbus’ LGBTQ+ and creative communities. Our visibility is our power, and together we stand with our community to refuse to be invisible, or to let anyone try erase us. "No pride for some of us without liberation for all of us." - Marsha P. Johnson. State Street Pride is Built with love, and powered by community.
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WHAT TO EXPECT
🎤 Main Stage Entertainment
A full day of programming featuring nationally recognized talent alongside standout local performers. Expect a mix of live music, drag, dance, and high-energy performances building into headline moments in the evening. Main stage entertainment begins at 3pm
🎨 Artist’s Village
An interactive creative hub featuring live painting, chalk art, installations, hands-on sustainable art experiences, Art Clash’s signature ‘art wrestling’, and a silent disco. This space is designed for attendees to engage directly with artists and experience creativity in real time. At State Street Pride... we want you to Live ART Loud!
🛍️ Local Vendor Marketplace
A curated selection of local small businesses, artists, and makers offering handmade goods, fashion, art, and more. Indulge with fabulous food trucks and multiple on site bars!
🤝 Community & Nonprofit Partners
Local nonprofits will be on site to share resources, connect with attendees, and highlight impactful work happening in the community.
🐾 Dog Adoption
Meet adoptable dogs and connect with a local rescue organization! Brought to you by The Columbus Dog Connection and sponsored by Mr. S Leather
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FAQ
Where should I park? Parking is available in the surrounding streets with street parking or local parking garages.
I’m coming from out of town, where’s the closest place to stay? We recommend staying at the Renaissance Downtown Columbus! It is walking distance!
Whats the schedule? The event runs from 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM, doors will open at 2pm with main stage entertainment beginning at 3pm.
Is there re-entry? Yes!
Are service animals welcome? Always! Non-service, leashed furry friends are welcomed too!
Accessibility Concerns? We will have an accessibility ambassador roaming the event for the full day, offering snacks for medical related boosts, blood sugar related resources, and be a resource to check in with if you need any support!
Is photography allowed? You are welcome to use your phones to document the event. Any professional cameras will need to be with media pass approval from the event.
Any questions? Contact us at statestreetpride614@gmail.com
