Community
Saturday, June 14, beginning at 10:30am; the step-off will be at the intersection of Broad St. and High St. near the Ohio Statehouse
June 28, 1969 marked the beginning of the Stonewall Uprising, a series of events between police and LGBTQ+ protesters that stretched over six days. While the Stonewall Inn and Uprising became well known due to the media coverage and the subsequent annual Pride traditions, it was simply the fulcrum upon which years of LGBTQ+ activism shifted.
Friday, June 13, 4-10pm; Saturday, June 14, 11am-8pm; Goodale Park, 120 W. Goodale St.
With over 200 nonprofit and corporate vendors, two performance stages (Pride Stage + Red [Space] Stage), a community wellness area, a DJ/dancing pad, and a plethora of community resources, there will be something at the festival for you!
Hosted by Stonewall Columbus Pride.
Friday, June 13, 4-10pm; Saturday, June 14, 11am-8pm; Goodale Park, 120 W. Goodale St.
With over 200 nonprofit and corporate vendors, two performance stages (Pride Stage + Red [Space] Stage), a community wellness area, a DJ/dancing pad, and a plethora of community resources, there will be something at the festival for you!
Hosted by Stonewall Columbus Pride.
Tuesday, June 10, 7pm [doors open at 6:30pm], Fran Ryan Center, 865 E. Capital St.
Light refreshments will follow the service.
Clergy are invited to vest according to their tradition.
LOVEboldly exists to create spaces where LGBTQIA+ people can flourish in Christianity. Though oriented to Christianity, we envision a world where all Queer people of faith can be safe, belong, and flourish both within and beyond their faith traditions.
Thursday, June 12, 5:30-7:30pm, Bob Crane Community Center, 3200 Tremont Rd.
RSVP to join Upper Arlington Progressive Action for a free talk by Brian Rothenberg and David Pepper covering Project 2025 actions taken by our maladministration already and what further horrors we may expect and what we may want to do about it. Let’s not put our heads in the sand and be prepared to take action to protect ourselves and the vulnerable among us. And that seems to include almost everyone!
Thursday, June 23, 4:30-7:30pm, Triedstone Baptist Church, 858 E. Third Ave.
We’re visiting Columbus communities to connect you — our neighbors — to vital resources, delicious food, live music and so much more. Best of all, the Rise Up CBUS! events are free! Visit Columbus.gov/RiseUpCBUS for other events and more information.
Hosted by City of Columbus Department of Neighborhoods.
Wednesday, June 11, 6-8pm, this on-line event requires advance registration
Do you have questions about legally changing your or your child’s name and/or gender designation on various identity documents in Ohio? Join us for a free legal clinic!
Through the partnership of TransOhio and Equitas Health, with support from local community groups, the Ohio Name Change Legal Clinic offers confidential virtual discussions with trained volunteer attorneys to help you navigate the process! Come with all of your questions and leave with the paperwork you need.
Wednesday, June 11, 12:30-1:30pm, John W. Bricker Federal Building, 200 N. High St.
All hell is breaking loose in the country and our members of Congress are missing, especially Bernie Moreno!
We will not stand down. Let’s hold him accountable to the people and taxpayers of Ohio. His office is at 200 N. High St. with lots of public visibility! We demand to be seen and heard, just like his rich donors.
RSVP for this event by using this link.
Wednesday, June 11, 12noon-1pm, The Ellis, 777 N. Fourth St., this event will also be live-streamed on YouTube
Tuesday, June 10, 7-8pm, Grandview Heights Public Library, 1685 W. First Ave.
Enjoy live music, food trucks, the Grandview Heights Public Library Pop-Up Library, and summer fun with family and friends on the Grandview Heights Public Library lawn!
2025 Performance Schedule
June 3: The British Invasion (’60s Music)
June 10: The Conspiracy Band (R&B/Funk)