May The Fourth - MINI-CON & LGBTQ+ Nite Out
2019-05-04 12:00 - 22:00 UTC | Pride Center, 2413 Collingwood, Toledo, Ohio, 43620, United States
Pride of Toledo Foundation MINI-CON
May 4th 2019 from 12-6
A day of workshops devoted to taking time to focus on Diversity, Inclusion and Intersectionality.

Fighting Racism from inside our community.
How to be an ally to the Trans/GNC (gender non-conforming) community.
LGBTQ+ involvement in government and society at large.
GaySL – teaching participants LGBTQ+ related terms in American Sign Language.
Meet the Queens and Kings of the Glass City.

LGBTQ+ NITE OUT
May 4th 2019 from 6-10

Silent Auction
Tingo
Food
DJ Mouse

2019 Toledo Pride Swag Design Contest
2019-06-30 | OH
Call LGBTQ+ Artists!!
Toledo PRIDE wants new SWAG and we NEED your Help!
Submit a creative design that represents the LGBTQ+ community in Toledo, “Toledo Pride” The winning Swag designs will be used on our official Toledo Pride.
Eligibility
Open to all artists ages 18 or older.
Dates & Deadlines
Submission Deadline: Sunday June 30th, 2019
Winners announced:
August 1st, 2019 via Facebook
Judging
Designs will be judged by our Marketing committee based on:

Overall design
Creative use of theme
General appeal

Awards
Winning designers will receive $100 Toledo Pride bucks plus social media recognition and will be highlighted on our website and social media.
Official Rules
By submitting an entry, the artist agrees to all Official Rules outlined herein.
Design must be the original work of the entrant.
Design should be submitted to marketing.toledopride@gmail.com as a PDF, Vector or picture file and include your name, email address and phone number. The artist must keep a copy of his or her original design until results are announced. Design should integrate elements that represent the diversity of the LGBTQ+ community.
Toledo Pride is committed to the elimination of discrimination based on gender, family or marital status, race, color, national origin, military or veteran status, economic status, ethnic background, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, genetic information or history, age, disability, political affiliation and cultural and religious backgrounds is prohibited.
The winning design will become the property and possession of Toledo Pride, which Toledo Pride retains exclusive rights to the reproduction of that design. Toledo Pride reserves the right to edit, composite, scan, duplicate or alter the entry design for any purpose which it deems necessary or desirable, without the need for any further compensation, and/or permission.
Toledo Pride and related affiliates reserve the right to determine appropriateness and may refuse an entry for any reason.

2019 - You Will Do Better In Drag
2019-08-16 18:00 - 23:00 UTC | Promenade Park, 400 Water St, Toledo, OH, 43604, United States
BECOME A SPONSORVOLUNTEERYou Will Do Better In DRAG will be held at Promenade Park.
Please keep in mind that there may be other events in Downtown Toledo (Mud Hens baseball, events at the Huntington Arena, etc.) that could effect parking downtown, and rates will vary with individual parking locations.

All donations received will benefit Northwest Ohio Community Shares, supporting over 20 non-profit organizations in the area.

Friday, August 16
Schedule (***subject to change without notice***)
FRIDAY:
6-7
DJ Dance Party
7-9:30
Enya Bestla and Aster*Risk
Foxxi A Roxx
We R Hipp Hop
DJ
Sam Tolson
Deja/Eric
Carmen Miller
9:30-11
Amber Stone
Wilow Skyhart
Erika Sanchez
Brook Lockhart
Klashing Black
Porce Lynn Knights (Porcelain Knights)
Giselle Knowles
Bitch Thunder
Deja/Eric
Deja
Aluma Naughty
Stevie Phoenix
London Asia

2019 Toledo Pride - Pride Parade
2019-08-17 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | OH
BECOME A SPONSORVOLUNTEERSaturday, August 17 at 12:00pm
Join Toledo Pride in 2019 as we line Adams street in Downtown Toledo once again to show our support for the area LGBTQIA+ community. We are thrilled to bring an event like this to life with the help of our community! Last year, over 50 local businesses, community organizations and religious organizations participated in the Toledo Pride Parade with thousands of excited, supportive spectators lining the streets of Downtown Toledo
This year’s Toledo Pride Parade route:

Important Notes:

Check in @ the parking lot on the corner of Warren St. and Adams St.
Must enter at 21st & Adams Street
All participants must check in by 11am.
Online Registration Below

Thank you for your interest in participating in the 2019 Toledo Pride Parade. Please see the attached information for floats, vehicles, and walking groups. Information regarding the 2019 Toledo Pride Parade route and setup will be posted on the website at www.toledopride.com.
PARADE REGISTRATION:
Parade PDF form.
We are continuing the tradition of the coveted trophy known as “The Pride Cup”. Each float, vehicle, or walking group has a chance to win. The winner will receive this years trophy & they will take possession of this beautiful oddity. The winner shall be dubbed by the Toledo Pride Glitter Squad. May the sparkle inspire you!

In past years Toledo Pride Parade participants included:

92.5 KISS-FM
AIDS Resource Center Ohio (ARC Ohio)
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
Birds Eye View Circus
Bretz Bar
Collingwood Arts Center
Equality Toledo
Equality Ohio
Fifth Third Bank
Glass City Rollers
The Head Shed
Holiday With Heart
Huntington Bank
Jimmy Johns
Kabloom Flowers and Gifts
Legends/MOJO
Loonar Station
Lucas Co. Human Trafficking Coalition
Maumee Valley Unitarian Universalist Congregation
Mercy College GSA
Miller Lite
Outlook Magazine
Owens Corning
Owens Community College GSA
PFLAG Toledo
Pita Pit
Promedica
R House Bar
Rainbow Area Youth
Spectrum UT
Sylvania United Church of Christ
TARTA
Toledo Free Press
Toledo MPowerment
Toledo Reign Football
Toledo Rowing Club
T-Town Tassels
University of Findlay GSA
The Village Church
Yark Fiat
…and more!!!

2019 - Toledo Pride Main Event
2019-08-17 13:00 - 23:00 UTC | Promenade Park, 400 Water St, Toledo, OH, 43604, United States
BECOME A SPONSORVOLUNTEERToledo Pride will be held at Promenade Park.
Please keep in mind that there may be other events in downtown Toledo (Mud Hens baseball, events at the Huntington Arena, etc.) that could effect parking downtown, and rates will vary with individual parking locations.
Saturday, August 17
Schedule (***subject to change without notice***)
Noon-3:30pm
Emma Lee
Tribal Spice
Sassy Stonehart
Distant Cousinz
King Q
Flex and Flo
Glass City Groove
Ricky Ja Monet
DJ Savanna
3:30pm-7pm
Gizelle DeVeaux Stonehart (Giselle Knowles)
Jay Daniels
Picking Kelly
Alexis Sinclair
TailerMade
Skittlebots
Holly Wood
Dottie Monroe
Flex Blast
Porsha Armani
Noctis Case
Amelia Airharts and Arctic Clam
7pm-11pm
Vivian Vendetta
Joey Night
Ericka Sanchez
DJ Savanna
Devon Ayers
Angel Tipping
Santana Romero
Brook Lockhart
Justin Case
Nosy Neighbors
Deja
Bois with Outskirts
Willow Skyhart
Chance Chavez
London Asia
Sevie Phoenix
Aluma Naughty
Amber Stone
Farrah CT
Whisper Disco

2019 Toledo Pride - Big Rainbow Brunch Crawl
2019-08-18 13:00 - 17:00 UTC | OH
BECOME A SPONSORVOLUNTEERThe Big Rainbow Brunch Crawl is from 2pm-5pm. There is a one-time fee of $5 for a wristband, which gets you food at each of the participating bars.
Each bar/restaurant has a special drinks and dish with a rainbow color theme.
Bar’s on Adams Street included are Wesley’s, Georgijz, Manhattans, The Attic, and Ottawa Tavern.
A kids area will be new from 2pm-5pm, on the corner of Adams Street and 13th Street.
Wristbands can be purchased at any of the participating locations.

Pride on the Inside - 2020 Toledo Pride
2020-08-22 13:00 - 23:00 (America/Detroit) | Promenade Park, 400 Water St, Toledo, OH, 43604, United States
BECOME A SPONSORVOLUNTEERPride on the Inside will be a simulcast event on Saturday, August 22, the originally scheduled weekend for Pride. Shown at three area LGBT-owned and friendly establishments: Casey’s on Secor, Hamburger Mary’s at the Docks and Georgjz419 on Adams St.

Featuring live music at each venue from 5-7pm, and then a simulcast of a two-hour special about Pride, hosted by area drag performers Deja D. Dellataro and Amber Stone. Each bar will enforce social distancing protocols to keep the evening safe for all attendees.
Saturday, August 22

Toledo Pride at the Drive-In 2020
2020-09-10 19:30 - 23:00 (America/Detroit) | Sundance Kid Drive-In, 4500 Navarre Ave, Oregon, OH, 43616, United States
We will be hosting a drive-in night for Toledo Pride.
Arrive by: 7:30
Movie Starts: 8:30
We will be playing a Pride Recap along with a 14 minute short “Happy Birthday, Marsha!” a film about iconic transgender artist and activist, Marsha “Pay it No Mind” Johnson, and her life in the hours before she ignited the 1969 Stonewall Riots in New York City.
Followed by “The Birdcage” from 1996 on one screen and “Love Simon” from 2018 on the second screen.
Tickets are $10 per car.
We will have 50/50 raffle and Gift Card Lotto.

2020 Georgjz419 Toledo Pride Fundraiser
2020-09-12 - 2020-09-14 | Georgjz419, 1205 Adams St, Toledo, OH, 43604, United States
Georgjz419 Fun, Food, & Spirits presents a three-day social distance fundraiser benefiting Toledo Pride. All proceeds will go to Toledo Pride.
Five For Pride – $5.00 Raffle Tickets – Each ticket is a chance to win pride swag, t-shirts, gift certificates, liquor/beer collectibles, and more.
FRIDAY – SEPTEMBER 11TH – Parking Lot Dance Party
Dancing, 50/50 raffle, cocktails, entertainment, and Jello/Gummy Bear Shot special from 6pm-10pm.
SATURDAY – SEPTEMBER 12TH – Silent Auction
Silent auction, cocktails, entertainment, and Jello/Gummy Bear Shot special from 4pm-7pm.
SUNDAY – SEPTEMBER 13TH – Picnic in the Park & Live Auction
Walking tacos (beef or vegetarian), live auction starting @4pm, cocktails, entertainment and Sunday Mimosa/Bloody Mary Specials from 2pm-6pm!
COVID-19 restrictions required.
Five for Pride – Raffle drawing held September 13th, do not need to be present to win.

2021 Live at the Park by Toledo Pride
2021-08-21 12:00 - 20:00 (America/Detroit) | Promenade Park, 400 Water St, Toledo, OH, 43604, United States
Live at the Park is SOLD OUT!
Thank you to everyone who purchased tickets! We are over the moon about the amazing response this year, and we can’t wait for Toledo Pride to return next year with the parade, festival, and a full weekend of live performances!
Quick reminder:

Day-of tickets will NOT be available to purchase.
No food vendors will be on site.
HIV testing will be available.
COVID Vaccines available

Can’t make it to Live at the Park? Here are even more ways to celebrate Pride in Toledo!

Georgjz 419 has LIVE music from 2-8pm and a giant After Pride party
Hamburger Mary’s opens at Noon with Pride celebrations all day Saturday.
Grindhrs is open 8am-4pm Coffee & Community!
Village on Adams on Adams Street has Art, Brunch, Beer, Vintage Threads, Rainbows and much more!

Coming Up

The Big Rainbow Brunch is this Sunday, August 22 from 2-5p at participating locations on Adam’s Street
Toledo Pride at the Sundance Kid Drive-In on Sept. 9
Picnic at the Park Georgjz 419 Food Fund Spirts – September 12th

Saturday, August 21, 2021, will be Live at the Park by Toledo Pride, a three-session pre-sale event featuring drag shows, live music, drinks, snacks, and more. Tickets are $5 for a session (sold in sets of 2) which will be 1 hour 45min – 2 hours long at Promenade Park.
Tickets are sold as a pair of two tickets seated next to each other.
Please only buy tickets to only one session of the event so we can have room for other people.

2021 - Toledo Pride – Big Rainbow Brunch Crawl
2021-08-22 14:00 - 17:00 (America/Detroit) | OH
The Big Rainbow Brunch Crawl is from 2pm-5pm. There is a one-time fee of $5 for a wristband, which gets you food at each of the participating bars.
Each bar/restaurant has a special drinks and dish with a rainbow color theme at
participating bar’s on Adams Street.
A kids area will be new from 2pm-5pm, on the corner of Adams Street and 14th Street.
Wristbands can be purchased at any of the participating locations.

Toledo Pride at the Drive-In 2021
2021-09-09 19:30 (America/Detroit) | Sundance Kid Drive-In, 4500 Navarre Ave, Oregon, OH, 43616, United States
Event starts at 7pm with Doors opening at 6:30!
The Birdcage plays on Screen 1 and RENT on Screen 2.
Live Music with Bitch Thunder and Klashing Black, concessions, raffles and car decorating contest.
Decorate your car by 8pm for a chance to win 1 of 3 prizes!

2022 Hygiene Drive
2022-08-03 12:00 - 18:00 UTC | Pride Center, 2413 Collingwood, Toledo, Ohio, 43620, United States
Hygiene Drive
August 22nd from 12:00pm-6:00pm, Toledo Pride is doing another Hygiene Drive to help support Equality Toledo. As we work with Equality Toledo pantry to help keep them stocked.
Needed items are as follows:

Shampoo/Conditioner
Toothpaste/Toothbrushes
Bar Soap
Deodorant

Drop by the Pride Center 419
2413 Collingwood Blvd
Toledo, Ohio
Or make a donation and we will use that money to buy materials needed:

2023 Toledo Pride - Kick-Off
2023-08-18 18:00 - 22:00 UTC | Promenade Park, 400 Water St, Toledo, OH, 43604, United States
Become a SponsorJoin us for Toledo Pride – Kick-Off held at Promenade Park with live music and drag shows.
Information will be updated as soon as we have it. Follow us on Facebook to get most recent updates.
Please keep in mind that there may be other events in Downtown Toledo (Mud Hens baseball, events at the Huntington Arena, etc.) that could effect parking downtown, and rates will vary with individual parking locations.

2023 – Toledo Pride Main Event
2023-08-19 12:00 - 22:00 UTC | Promenade Park, 400 Water St, Toledo, OH, 43604, United States
Become a SponsorWe plan to bring back our normal main event pride with vendors, live music, entertainers, and more at Promenade Park.
Information will be updated as soon as we have it. Follow us on Facebook to get the most recent updates.

Toledo Pride Family Day
2024-08-04 12:00 - 15:00 UTC | Glass City Metropark, 1505 Front St., Toledo, 43605, United States
Toledo Pride Family Day
📅 Sunday, August 4th, 12 to 3 p.m. 📍 Glass City Metropark, Market Hall 🎟️ No Reservations Required, FREE
Join Metroparks and Toledo Pride at the annual Family Pride Day! Celebrate with us at Glass City Metropark and enjoy a variety of exciting activities including:

🧗‍♂️ Climbing Wall
🛼 Roller Skating at the Ribbon
🚴‍♂️ Mountain Biking Skills
🎈 Kids Zone
🍔 Food at the Garden
…and more!

This event is perfect for all ages, and you won’t want to miss out on the fun!
Family Pride Day – Volunteers Needed
We need your help to make this event a success! Volunteers are needed to assist with:

Kids Zone
Rock Climbing
Mountain Biking activities

Volunteers will guide participants through safety instructions and gearing up, which may involve moderate activity levels and some lifting. No experience is required!
If you’re interested in volunteering, please connect with Hannah Calandra at Hannah.Calandra@metroparkstoledo.com or call 419-407-9840.
Let’s come together to create an unforgettable Family Pride Day! 🌈✨

Toledo Pride 2025
2025-08-15 17:00 - 2025-08-17 17:00 UTC | Promenade Park, 400 Water St, Toledo, OH, 43604, United States
TOLEDO PRIDE 2025
Toledo Pride is Northwest Ohio’s largest and most recognized event for the LGBTQIA+ community. We are celebrating our Sweet 16! Join us in downtown Toledo this year for 3 days of festivities from Friday, August 15th, through Sunday, August 17th.
Toledo Pride includes many exciting events for our community, including:

Toledo Pride – Kick-Off: Friday, August 15th, 2025 | Promenade Park 5-10 pm
Pride Parade: Saturday, August 16th, 2025 | Promenade Park 12 pm (noon)
Toledo Pride – Day Two: Saturday, August 16th, 2025 1-10 pm
Brunch Crawl: Sunday, August 17th, 2025 | Adams St. & Beyond 1-5 pm

The Toledo Pride Festival is a large-scale, outdoor event showcasing some of the best local entertainment including drag queens and musical acts. This annual festival boasts a pride parade, food, merchandise vendors, and networking with numerous community organizations, including social groups, churches, and health and wellness groups.
Please stay tuned for more information!
Become a Sponsor

Toledo Pride Niteglo 5k
2025-08-15 19:00 - 22:00 UTC | Promenade Park, 400 Water St, Toledo, OH, 43604, United States
The Toledo Pride Niteglo 5k is BACK! This year, we are celebrating in a BIG way for Toledo Pride’s Sweet Sixteen. Pride weekend will kick off with a family-friendly 5K and 1-mile fun run that begins and ends at Promenade Park – the heart of Toledo Pride!
TOLEDO PRIDE begins on Friday, August 15th at 5 pm. Day of registration from 5:30 pm-6:30 pm. The race starts at 7 pm.
After the race, join us for a family-friendly evening celebrating the 16th year of Toledo Pride!
Registration Fees:
5K – $25
1 Mile Fun Run/Walk – $10
Packet Pickup:
Participants may pick up packets at Fleet Feet Toledo located at 3315 W Central Avenue, A3-50, Toledo, OH 43606 between August 13th and August 14th during normal business hours (10a-7p) OR during race day packet pickup between 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm at Promenade Park.
What do you get?
All Participants will receive a Toledo Pride 5K race bib and a Toledo Pride 5K finisher medal!
Each 5K participant will receive a Toledo Pride 5K Shirt!*
Shirts are available for purchase for 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk Participants.
*Sign up by 8/1/25 to guarantee a 5K T-Shirt. Registrations after 8/1/25 will receive t-shirts based on availability.

Toledo Pride Niteglo 5k is back, and you won’t want to miss it!

Toledo Pride Parade 2025
2025-08-16 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | OH
Toledo Pride Parade 2025Saturday, August 16 | 12:00 PMMarching down Adams Street in Downtown ToledoSlogan: March With Pride
Join Toledo Pride as we line Adams Street in Downtown Toledo once again to show our support for the local LGBTQIA+ community. We are thrilled to bring this high-energy, inclusive event to life with the continued support of our amazing community!
Last year, over 50 local businesses, community organizations, and faith groups proudly marched, while thousands of excited, supportive spectators lined the streets to cheer them on. Let’s make 2025 even more powerful and pride-filled!
So grab your friends, wave your flags, and get ready to March With Pride!
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest updates—more details will be announced as we get closer to the date.
Heads up: Other events in Downtown Toledo (like Mud Hens games or shows at the Huntington Center) may affect parking. Be sure to plan ahead, and check rates at individual parking locations.
#ToledoPride2025 #MarchWithPride #ToledoLGBTQIA #ToledoParade
Become a SponsorPARADE REGISTRATION

Toledo Pride 2025 Big Rainbow Brunch
2025-08-17 13:00 - 17:00 UTC | OH
Become a SponsorToledo Pride 2025: Big Rainbow Brunch
Get ready to sip, snack, and celebrate with us across downtown Toledo! For just $5, you’ll get a wristband that unlocks exclusive specials at each participating bar, restaurant, and shop.
Every stop will feature a signature drink or dish inspired by a color of the rainbow, so you can taste the rainbow—literally.
What your wristband gets you:
Access to rainbow-themed food & drink specials
Discounts or surprises at participating shops
A full day of Pride-filled fun with your community
Wristbands are a one-time $5 fee and will be available the day of the event.More info to come—stay tuned!Follow us on Facebook for the latest updates and the full list of participating venues.

PRIDE NIGHT WITH THE CITY
2025-08-22 18:00 - 22:00 UTC | Ottawa Park Ice Rink, 2015 Parkside Dr., Toledo, OH, 43609, United States
The City of Toledo will be hosting a night for all to celebrate love, identity, and community with us at Pride Night, a themed roller skating night at the Ottawa Park Ice Rink! Whether you’re part of the LGBTQ+ community or an ally, everyone is welcome.

Come as you are — bring friends, bring family, and show your pride. Reserve your tickets online and join the celebration.
