Your Guide to Pride: 2022 Ohio Pride Events

By Donna Edwards on July 27, 2022

Happy Pride Month, Ohioans! Nowadays, Pride celebrations extend beyond the month of June and into the summer, so everyone has a chance to celebrate. If you’re looking for Pride events near you throughout Ohio, you’ve come to the right place.

No matter how you identify or if you’re an ally, there’s a Pride parade, festival or celebration near you. Be sure to catch a live performance, support local vendors who attend, volunteer for a committee, or donate to the organizations putting these events together.

Many Pride events in Ohio are returning or even expanding after the pandemic changed previous years’ plans. Be sure to check with each event on schedule changes, face mask policies, whether or not they’re family-friendly, potential admission costs, and other details.

Northeast Ohio Pride Events

Stark Pride Festival

When: June 11, 2022
Where: Canton Centennial Plaza, 330 Court Ave NW, Canton, OH 44702
Details: This all-day festival features entertainment, educational programs, free HIV testing, vendors, and more.
Learn more: https://www.starkpride.org/

Akron Pride Festival & Equity March

When: August 27, 2022
Where: Downtown Akron/Lock 3, 200 S. Main Street, Akron, OH 44308
Details: This all-day festival features an Equity March, live performances, kids’ zone, food trucks, vendors, and more.
Learn more: https://www.akronpridefestival.org/home

Pride in the CLE

When: June 4, 2022
Where: 11633 Clifton Blvd, Cleveland, OH 44102
Details: Cleveland’s Pride festival includes a Pride March, health and wellness village, speakers, entertainment, and more. The city and other organizations host additional Pride events throughout the summer as well.
Learn more: https://lgbtcleveland.org/pride/

Youngstown Pride Festival

When: June 25, 2022
Where: The Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre, 201 South Phelps St., Youngstown, OH 44503
Details: Youngstown’s growing, one-day festival highlights the great diversity within the city’s LGBTQIA+ community.
Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/Youngstown-Pride-Festival-248169855356329/

Stark Pride Festival

When: June 11, 2022
Where: Canton Centennial Plaza, 330 Court Ave NW, Canton, OH 44702
Details: This all-day festival features entertainment, educational programs, free HIV testing, vendors, and more.
Learn more: https://www.starkpride.org/

Lake County Pride

When: June 11, 2022
Where: Lake County History Center, 415 Riverside Drive, Painesville, OH 44077
Details: LGBTQ+ Allies Lake County’s event features a full day of live events and a variety of local vendors.
Learn more: https://lgbtlakecounty.org/pride/

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Central Ohio Pride Events

Stonewall Columbus Pride

When: June 17-18, 2022
Where: Goodale Park, 120 W. Goodale Street, Columbus, OH 43215
Details: Columbus has various Pride events throughout the month of June, with the biggest being the Stonewall Columbus Pride Community Festival & Resource Fair. This festival features celebrity guests and performances, special events, a march, and more.
Learn more: https://stonewallcolumbus.org/pride/

Columbus Melanin Pride

When: September 22-25, 2022
Where: Columbus, OH
Details: This weekend event celebrates and amplifies Black and POC LGBTQ+ communities in the Columbus area.
Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/WeAreKingfinity

Minerva Park Pride

When: June 25, 2022
Where: Minerva Park Pool, Valley Rd, Minerva Park, OH 43231, USA
Details: The Minerva Park Community Association is hosting their first-ever Pride, which will include entertainment, food, community groups, and a pool party.
Learn more: https://www.mympca.org/event-details/minerva-park-pride

Mansfield Pride Festival & Parade

When: August 13, 2022
Where: Central Park, 29 Park Ave E., Mansfield, OH 44902
Details: This annual festival and parade is hosted by the Mansfield Gay Pride Association.
Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/MansfieldPrideFest

Reynoldsburg Pride Celebration

When: June 25, 2022
Where: Huber Park 1640 Davidson Drive, Reynoldsburg, OH 43023
Details: Hosted by the City of Reynoldsburg and Reynoldsburg Parks and Recreation Department, this event features music, food trucks, vendors, a pet parade, and more.
Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/events/713091143449655

Newark Ohio Pride Festival

When: October 1, 2022
Where: 36 E. Canal Street, Newark, OH 43055
Details: This one-day festival features a full slate of drag performers, entertainers, live music, and more.
Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/newarkohiopride/

Granville Pride Parade and Fest

When: June 25, 2022
Where: College Green, 240 W. Broadway, Granville, OH 43023
Details: This afternoon of events includes a parade, music, performers, food trucks, and more hosted by Granville Pride.
Learn more: https://www.granvillewherelovewins.com/

Marysville Pride Fest

When: June 11, 2022
Where: Memorial Health Pavilion, Partners Park, Marysville, OH 43040
Details: Marysville’s Pride event features live music, drag performances, kids’ art spaces, service providers, food trucks, and more.
Learn more: https://marysvillepridefest.square.site/

Southeast Ohio Pride Events

Chillicothe PRIDE

When: August 20, 2022
Where: Yoctangee Park, Yoctangee Pkwy, Chillicothe, OH 45601
Details: The second annual festival hosted by First Capital Pride Coalition features a PRIDE Walk, entertainment, speeches, food trucks, and more.
Learn more: https://www.firstcapitalpride.org/events

Portsmouth Ohio PRIDE

When: June 12, 2022
Where: Tracy Park, Chillicothe Street, Portsmouth, OH 45662
Details: This event features a walk, festival, live music, drag show, and more.
Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/Portsmouth-Ohio-PRIDE-2028994940673019

Fayette County PRIDE

When: June 11, 2022
Where: 216 E Court St, Washington Court House, OH 43160
Details: Fayette County’s event includes community building, vendors, and more.
Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/fayettepridefoundation

Southwest/West Ohio Pride Events

Cincinnati Pride

When: June 25, 2022
Where: Sawyer Point Park, 705 E. Pete Rose Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Details: Cincy Pride’s main event is near the end of June, but they host a variety of events throughout the year, including movie nights, soccer matches, 5K run/walk, and an annual Pride Market.
Learn more: https://www.cincinnatipride.org/

Dayton LGBTQ+ Pride Festival

When: June 3-5, 2022
Where: Courthouse Square, 23 N. Main Street, Dayton, OH 45402
Details: Dayton’s Pride weekend features live entertainment, food trucks, a parade, vendors, a kids’ section, and more.
Learn more: https://www.daytonlgbtcenter.org/pride

Dayton Black Pride Parade & Festival

When: July 9, 2022
Where: McIntosh Park, at Edwin C Moses Blvd and W Riverview Ave., Dayton, OH 45402
Details: Dayton Black Pride’s day of events begins with a parade, followed by a festival of live entertainment, food trucks, vendors, and more.
Learn more: https://www.daytonblackpride.org/

Yellow Springs Pride Festival

When: June 24-26, 2022
Where: John Bryan Community Center, 100 Dayton Street, Yellow Springs, Ohio 45387
Details: Yellow Springs hosts a weekend of events, including a silent dance party, annual festival, parade, drag show, and community picnic.
Learn more: https://www.yspride.com/

New Richmond Pride Festival

When: June 10, 2022
Where: New Richmond Bandstand on the River, 116 Susanna Way, New Richmond, OH 45157
Details: This community event features a corn hole tournament, bar crawl, dog parade, live music, drag brunch, yoga, and more.
Learn more: https://www.newrichmondpride.org/

Hamilton Ohio Pride

When: June 4, 2022
Where: Marcum Park, 116 Dayton St, Hamilton, OH 45011
Details: Hamilton’s family-friendly Pride events include a parade, concert, festival, and more.
Learn more: https://www.hamiltonohiopride.com/

Northwest Ohio Pride Events

Fremont Pride Festival

When: July 9, 2022
Where: Walsh Park, 610 Morrison St, Fremont, OH 43420
Details: Fremont’s Pride Festival is kicking off with a group wedding ceremony, followed by a parade, pageant presentation, musical artists, performances, speeches, food trucks, Family Fun Zone with a sensory-inclusive area, and more.
Learn more: https://www.fremontohiopride.com/2021-fremont-pride-festival

Sandusky Pride Festival

When: June 24-26, 2022
Where: Downtown Sandusky (Columbus Ave., Water St. & Jackson St. Parking Lot)
Details: The fifth year of this event features free concerts, vendors, food trucks, carnival rides, drag performances, a parade, block party, and more.
Learn more: https://sanduskypride.com/the-movement

Delaware Pride Fest

When: June 4, 2022
Where: Boardman Arts Park, 154 W William St, Delaware, OH 43015
Details: This Pride fest features drag shows, a kids’ area, live performances, and more.
Learn more: https://www.delawareohiopride.org/

Findley Pride

When: June 4-5, 2022
Where: Riverside Park, Findlay, OH 45840
Details: This Pride event features yoga in the park, drag bingo, volleyball tournament, and more.
Learn more: https://spectrumoffindlaylgbt.org/findlay-pride/

Toledo Pride Festival

When: August 19-21, 2022
Where: Promenade Park, 400 Water Street, Toledo, OH 43604
Details: This festival features a kick-off event, parade, festival, and brunch crawl throughout the weekend. It’s the region’s largest and most recognized event for the LGBTQIA+ community.
Learn more: https://toledopride.com/

LGBTQIA+ Resources

Many Pride events in Ohio host local organizations that offer support services or connect you to the community you need. However, if you’re not ready to see someone in person or if you’d like to first research a little on your own, StarkHelpCentral.com has a variety of resources available online. Teens and young adults can find local information related to the LGBTQIA+ community and their needs. We also provide specific LGBT resources for people of color; allies, family, and friends; and those who want to focus on their mental health.

Donna

Donna Edwards is the Program Administrator for the Stark County System of Care Grant at StarkMHAR. Her professional career has been dedicated to teaching and helping young people and their families. Outside of work, Donna loves being in the kitchen, gardening and spending time with her family; all in an effort to make memories.