Sunday, June 21, 2026
Dodge Park
667 Sullivant Ave, Columbus, OH 43215Bat-N-Rouge 2026 is Columbus's campy drag softball tradition, landing Sunday June 21 at Dodge Park the day after the Pride March. Now in its 39th edition and produced by the Columbus Lesbian and Gay Softball Association, it pits local LGBTQ+ teams against each other in a gloriously over-the-top game where the drag, costumes, and comedy matter just as much as the score. Gates open around noon, with pre-game festivities near 1 p.m. and first pitch around 2:30 p.m., so there's plenty of time to settle in with the crowd. Expect outrageous outfits, theatrical umpiring, and a loose, joyful atmosphere that makes this one of the most fun and distinctly local entries on the Columbus Pride calendar. It's a beloved community fundraiser, drawing players and fans who come as much for the spectacle as for the softball, and it's a perfect, low-key way to keep Pride weekend going after the big Saturday. Dodge Park sits at 667 Sullivant Ave on the city's near west side, a quick rideshare from downtown or the Short North, with parking around the fields. Admission is family-friendly and welcoming to all, and bringing a chair or a blanket for the sidelines is a smart move. Pack sunscreen, water, and cash for concessions and donations that support the softball association's programming. After a long, celebratory Saturday, Bat-N-Rouge is the relaxed, hilarious Sunday cap to Columbus Pride 2026 weekend, equal parts sport, drag show, and community reunion. Check the Columbus Lesbian and Gay Softball Association for the latest 2026 details.
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