Columbus Pride Festival is this Saturday

Thursday, September 10, 2026 at 11:10 AM

COLUMBUS, Ind. - Columbus, IN Pride Inc. presents the 2026 Columbus Pride Festival on Saturday, September 12, at Mill Race Park, from noon to 6 p.m.

The annual event is a free, family-friendly, inclusive, and interactive celebration of diversity, individuality, visibility, and community.

Activities include:

Free music and entertainment on the McDonald's MainStage all day
Print-on-demand official festival tees from M&M Press Prints (you pick your shirt)
A life-size balloon globe
Food trucks, beverages, and baked goods
Local drinks from Upland Brewing and The Garage
Free Kids’ Zone with a bouncy obstacle course, balloon animals, a magician, and a foam party
Free and exclusive Teen Tent for ages 12-19
Blood drive with Versiti from noon to 4 p.m. - Walk-in or sign up here.

For more information about the 2026 Columbus, IN Pride Festival, visit columbusinpride.org.

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