Columbus is one of the Midwest's most LGBTQ+-friendly cities, with the Short North Arts District serving as the vibrant center of queer culture. With a massive Pride festival, a thriving drag scene, and a young, progressive energy, Ohio's capital punches well above its weight for LGBTQ+ travelers.
Tue, Jun 16
7 PM - 8:30 PM
City Creek Events
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7 PM - 9 PM
Wexner Center for the Arts
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4 PM - 8 PM
Goodale Park
Fri, Jun 19
4 PM - 8 PM
Columbus, Ohio
Sat, Jun 20
9:30 AM - 2 PM
Short North (High St between Goodale & Poplar)
Sat, Jun 20
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Downtown to Short North (High St)
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145 N 5th St, Columbus, OH 43215, United States
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1071 Parsons Ave, Columbus, OH 43206, United States
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795 W 5th Ave, Columbus, OH 43212, United States
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1230 N High St, Columbus, OH 43201, United States
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1160 N High St, Columbus, OH 43201, United States
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1226 S High St, Columbus, OH 43206, United States
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772 N High St Ste. 100, Columbus, OH 43215, United States
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715 Shawan Falls Dr #293, Dublin, OH 43017, United States
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325 John H McConnell Blvd, Columbus, OH 43215, United States
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74 N State St, Westerville, OH 43081, United States
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1134 Parsons Ave, Columbus, OH 43206, United States
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850 Goodale Blvd, Columbus, OH 43212, United States
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