Join us on Friday, August 23rd at Promenade Park for the start of an incredible weekend celebrating love, diversity, and community! Day one starts at 4:45 PM – 10:00 PM with an exciting lineup of live music, DJs, and drag performers that’ll have you dancing all night long!

Enjoy free admission to this vibrant evening of live performances, dazzling drag shows, mouth-watering food trucks, a 360-video cam experience,  and so much more!

SSOE Group will also have a FREE Kid’s STEM Table from 5-8 PM where kids can do the Marshmallow Tower Challenge!

Come show your Pride with us as we kick off Toledo’s biggest celebration of the year!

Join us for the exciting Toledo Pride Nite Glo 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run, happening on August 23rd as part of our 15th Annual Pride Festival!

Event Date: August 23rd
Location: Promenade Park
Time: 5-10 PM (Race starts at 7 PM)

Cost:
5K Run: $45
1 Mile Fun Run: $25

The race starts at Promenade Park, goes over the MLK Bridge into Glass City Metropark, and back. Enjoy an evening filled with music, vendors, and entertainment! Sign up now and be a part of the glow!

Get ready for an unforgettable Day Two at Toledo Pride as the festivities kick off at 1:00 PM in Promenade Park! This year’s event is bigger and better than ever, with live music, entertainment, food trucks, and TONS of community vendors ready to celebrate with you. Whether you’re here for the incredible performances, delicious food, or to shop with local vendors, there’s something for everyone!

Admission is absolutely FREE, and we welcome everyone to join in the celebration—Toledo Pride is a family-friendly event, so bring your loved ones and enjoy a day filled with joy and unity.

Live Music on Two Stages!

• Main Stage at Promenade Park: Experience amazing live music and performances from a variety of artists who will keep the energy high all day and into the night.
• Fantasy Park Stage near Imagination Station: For even more entertainment, head over to the Fantasy Park stage, where the fun continues with fantastic acts that will have you dancing and celebrating with pride.

The day and night will be packed with dancing, fun, and pride as we come together to celebrate love, diversity, and community. From exciting performances to engaging activities, Toledo Pride is where you’ll want to be. So mark your calendar, gather your friends and family, and get ready to make memories that will last a lifetime.

We can’t wait to see you there!

We’re committed to making Toledo Pride a more inclusive experience for everyone! ASL interpreters will be available throughout the festival, with access to most of the entertainment on the main stage from 3 PM to 9:30 PM.

Additionally, our ASL team will be on hand to assist in case of emergencies, from the parade until 9:30 PM.

• Easy Entry: Please use the main entrance at the top of the hill under the Promenade sign.

• Accessible Restrooms: ADA-accessible porta-potties are prioritized at Toledo Pride this year.

• ADA Seating for Stage Viewing: Available on a first-come, first-served basis at Promenade Park. This area is also reserved for Deaf participants to access ASL interpreters throughout the day.

• Free Water Stations: Located at First Aid and various stops along the Parade Route.

• First Aid: Staffed with medical personnel to handle minor issues, plus supplies like ear plugs, noise-canceling headphones, water, and self-hygiene products. Visit First Aid for any other accessibility needs.

• Chill Zone: A quiet, relaxed environment for those with sensory sensitivities, located on the opposite side of Festival Park.