A Social For Asexuals
2026-02-20 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | 1160 N High Columbus, Ohio 43201, 1160 N High St, Columbus, OH, United States
Enjoy this Post-Valentines Day event created specifically for the Asexual/Ace Spectrum community. Connect with other Ace community through 4 minute rounds to meet ups with local asexual friends. No pressure. No cost. Just vibes.

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IDOL WORSHIP: AN EVENING WITH MINK STOLE & PEACHES CHRIST
2026-02-23 19:00 - 22:00 | Studio 35 Cinema & Drafthouse, 3055 Indianola Ave, Columbus, OH, 43202, United States
Cult Film Icons Return to the Road for a 2026 American Tour
(San Francisco, CA — January 2026) — Two of cult cinema’s most beloved provocateurs are hitting the road once again. Mink Stole and Peaches Christ reunite for IDOL WORSHIP, a wildly entertaining and deeply personal live show celebrating cult movies, drag history, and a friendship more than two decades in the making.
Equal parts cabaret, conversation, and cinematic confession, Idol Worship blends storytelling, rare film clips, live musical moments, and uncensored anecdotes into an evening that is as hilarious as it is heartfelt. Whether you’re a devotee of John Waters, a student of drag history, or simply a fan of fearless women who helped shape underground cinema, this is a one-of-a-kind theatrical event.
An original Dreamlander, Mink Stole has appeared in every John Waters film—from Roman Candles to A Dirty Shame—and has become an enduring icon of transgressive American cinema. Peaches Christ, the San Francisco-based drag impresario and filmmaker behind All About Evil and the legendary Midnight Mass film events, has collaborated with Stole on stage and screen since first inviting her to headline a Waters tribute in 2001.
“Every time we do this show, something new comes out,” says Stole. “Some memories. Some secrets. Maybe even a few lies.” Peaches Christ adds, “I grew up memorizing Mink’s lines from movies, so getting to share a stage with her—now, after more than twenty years of friendship—is still surreal. This tour has new stories, new surprises, and that same intimate, conspiratorial energy audiences love.”
On February 23, 2026, cult film icon Mink Stole and I will present our live show IDOL WORSHIP at Studio 35. The evening is an intimate celebration of queer film history, cult cinema, and storytelling, and it will open with a performance by local favorite Saranade. It’s also one of the final stops on our current tour, and our first time bringing this show to Columbus.
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Columbus Pride Bands - Turnabout Drag Show
2026-02-28 13:00 - 17:00 | District West, 145 N 5th Street, Columbus, OH, 43215, United States
Columbus Pride Band’s Turnabout Drag Show is back for its 5th annual celebration, and it’s serving chaos, creativity, and community in the best way. This fan-favorite daytime drag show flips the script as performers step into roles you’ve never seen them in before. Expect bold looks, playful twists, and unforgettable performances that celebrate self-expression and Pride spirit at its finest. Featuring the iconic Virginia West alongside members of the Columbus Pride Bands, this is a one-of-a-kind collaboration full of camp, talent, and heart.

? Saturday, February 28
? 2:00 PM
? District West

Come early, grab a cocktail, and settle in for an afternoon of drag excellence that doesn’t take itself too seriously but still hits hard. This is Turnabout. Anything can happen. VIP & Front Row table include a complimentary bottle of champagne!

*DOORS 1pm SHOW 2pm*
*ALL TABLES SEAT 4*
*DRINK RAIL IS INDIVIDUAL SEATING*
*TABLES ARE HELD FOR 30 MINUTES AFTER START TIME*

Hockey is for Everyone Night presented by Vorys
2026-03-03 19:00 - 22:00 | Nationwide Arena, 200 W Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH, 43215, United States
Hockey is for Everyone Night presented by Vorys
Tuesday | March 3, 2026 | 7:00PM
VS. Nashville Predators
The Columbus Blue Jackets invite all friends and allies of the LGBTQ community to celebrate diversity and inclusion within the sport on Hockey is for Everyone Night! Join us in a celebration of Pride with this special ticket offer. Every ticket purchased through this special offer will include an exclusive Pride themed Blue Jackets jersey.
Please note: The Pride jersey is ONLY available with purchase of this special ticket package.
For questions, the preferred rate discount code or groups of 10 or more, contact AJ Gareri at agareri@bluejackets.com or call/text (614) 246-3105.

Buckeye Lambda LGBTQ Car Club CarsNCoffee, Clubhouse Tour and Lunch
2026-03-07 08:00 - 11:30 | 3650 Olentangy River Rd, 3650 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH, 43214, United States
MARCH 7th, 2026 Edition!!!
? First Saturdays: Cars & Coffee + Clubhouse Social
We’re back at it with our classic First Saturday mashup.
8:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Cars & Coffee Columbus
? 3650 Olentangy River Rd., Columbus, OH 43214
(Meet at the northwest corner of the lot)
Then at 11:30 AM, we’ll caravan downtown to the clubhouse of our generous hosts:
? 327 South Washington Avenue, Columbus, OH 43215
It’s the large building off Washington between Main St. and Mound St. with murals on both sides. You can park anywhere in the large lot on the east side of the building off Washington. The lot says Education First Credit Union Parking, but you are welcome to park anywhere in that lot.
Scott Mackey and Brent Beatty are opening the doors to their new-to-them car barn / toy house / clubhouse for a proper early-season gathering.
Expect:
• A chance to ogle their diverse car collection
• Tours of the space
• Sandwiches from Brown Bag Deli
• Soft drinks and beer provided
• And rumors of Scott firing up his cocktail machine thingy
(As always, all Lambda Car Club members will drink and drive responsibly.)
RSVP is requested but not required.
You may RSVP to Scott by text or voice at 614-354-7268.
This is shaping up to be a fantastic early-season social — plenty of parking, great cars, and even better company.
We look forward to seeing you.

Celebrating Sapphic Stories & Sisterhood with WON
2026-03-11 18:30 - 20:30 | 1160 N High Columbus, Ohio 43201, 1160 N High St, Columbus, OH, United States
Join Us for Women’s Out Network to celebrate Women’s History Month!
Theme: Celebrating Sapphic Stories & Sisterhood!
Activity: Speed Friending—a low-pressure way to meet other women and build connections—this isn’t about romantic expectations, just community, connection & support. Idea is that it makes meeting new people feel playful, fun, safe and removes awkwardness of cold-friending strangers.
• Rotate through short, timed (guided/prompt) conversations
• Everyone meets multiple people in one evening
Discussion Topics:
What did it feel like to connect without pressure?
What stood out about hearing other women’s stories?
How can we keep showing up for one another beyond tonight?
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Adventure Pride
2026-03-14 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-18 10:00 - 12:00
Hit the trails with us on YOUR next adventure!

Please complete the form below to share more about yourself and which activities you’re interested in joining. The information you provide will only be shared with the program facilitator and staff at Stonewall – your contact information will only be used for the express purpose of this program, unless you opt in to receiving our monthly newsletter.
Here is some info about this year’s activities that may help you decide which are best for you:

All activities meet at 10am on Saturdays
The specific meet-up locations will be emailed to you on the Friday before each outing
We will share details about each location, to the best of our knowledge, including ADA accessibility, difficulty level, and if pets are welcome (service animals are always welcome)
The facilitator will have a liability waiver for you to sign before the start of each outing

Our facilitator is Gabe McDonald (he/him) – learn a bit more about Gabe below:
Hello fellow queer adventurers! My name is Gabe and I’m beyond thrilled to join Stonewall Columbus as the Adventure Pride Facilitator. I am a Columbus native and lived in Boston for 10 years before returning to my home state to live my exuberant queer life here in the Midwest. I currently live in the Short North with my amazing daughter and my delightfully silly dog.
I’m an engineer by day but love to get outside and experience the wholeness of the wild, natural world. I love rock climbing, mud races, kayaking, gardening, painting, and improv. My most recent adventure was a 130-mile solo kayaking trip that left from Columbus and followed the Scioto River until it merged into Ohio River. It was as fun as it was challenging, and the time in nature empowered me to connect to my inner strength and beauty.
I hope to use my role at Stonewall to do some of my favorite things: connecting with people, honoring my body through movement, and being out in nature. I’m so excited to meet you all as we go on outdoor adventures and explore some of the amazing space central Ohio has to offer.

Open LGBTQ+ Education Session - 101
2026-03-18 19:00 - 20:30 | 1160 N High Columbus, Ohio 43201, 1160 N High St, Columbus, OH, United States
Looking to brush up on LGBTQ+ terminology? Confused about neo-pronouns? We’ve got you!
Who — This session is for anyone (LGBTQ+ or ally) who is looking to brush up on LGBTQ+ terminology, pronoun usage, and tips for what to do when mistakes are made (i.e.: misgendering, deadnaming, etc.). We all have to start somewhere and everyone could use a refresher – all levels of understanding are welcome to attend.
What to expect — Informative session, with activities and group discussion. Space to ask potentially uncomfortable questions, free of judgement (great for parents of LGBTQ+ kids & partners of newly “out” LGBTQ+ folks). You’ll leave with a printed copy of the presentation and additional materials to assist with future questions.

Time Out Thursday 2026 – March
2026-03-19 17:00 - 19:00 | 1160 N High Columbus, Ohio 43201, 1160 N High St, Columbus, OH, United States
Time Out Thursday is an opportunity to mix, mingle, and meet LGBTQ+ community.

Drop by the Stonewall Columbus Community Center on Thursday from 5-7pm and show up for our Time Out Thursday!
Light refreshments and CASH/CARD BAR.
Members…remember your first beverage is on the house! Not a sustaining donor member, become one today!
Bar proceeds benefit Central Ohio’s LGBTQ+ community center and organization Stonewall Columbus’ programs and operations.

Trailblazers: Miss Saigon at Short North Stage
2026-03-22 14:00 - 16:30 | Short North Stage, 1187 North High Street, Columbus, OH, 43201, United States
Step into the intense and tumultuous world of “Miss Saigon”, where love and war collide in a story that is as explosive as it is heartbreaking. Set against the backdrop of the Vietnam War, this musical follows the tragic romance between a young Vietnamese woman and an American Gi whose lives are forever changed by the chaos around them.
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Stonewall Columbus Trailblazers is a program designed for LGBTQ+ community members and allies ages 55 and older.

Line Dancing with the Trailblazers
2026-03-22 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-03-29 17:00 - 18:00 | Stonewall Columbus, 1160 North High Street, Columbus, OH, 43201, United States
MARCH 22nd & 29th
5:00PM-6:00PM – Doors open at 4:45PM
STONEWALL COLUMBUS
1160 N HIGH STREET
Put on your boots and kick up your heels!
Line dancing returns at Stonewall. Again, Geri Rousculp and Sharon Kellum will be your instructors for this fun class. No experience necessary – you come to have a great time. The class runs from 5:00PM-6:00PM at Stonewall, with the doors opening at 4:45PM

Queer Sip & Paint
2026-03-31 18:30 - 20:30 | 1160 N High Columbus, Ohio 43201, 1160 N High St, Columbus, OH, United States
Join us March 31st for this Queer Sip & Paint!
Come celebrate International Transgender Day of Visibility!
What you can expect:
+ Meet Transgender, Non-Binary and Gender Expansive people in Columbus.
+ Sip & Paint Art Supplies and Food provided.
+ Cash Bar available with Beer and Wine.
+ Mocktails available for non-drinkers and guests under 21.
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Queer Sip & Paint is hosted in Partnership with Stonewall Columbus, Central Outreach, ViiV, Aids Healthcare Foundation (AHF) and Gilead.

CLAW 26
2026-04-02 - 2026-04-06 | Hyatt Regeny, 350 N High St, Columbus, 43215, United States
CLAW 26 — Columbus Leather & Fetish Weekend
? Hyatt Regency Columbus — Full Hotel Takeover
? April 2-5th, 2026
CLAW 26 comes to Columbus for a full-scale hotel takeover at the Hyatt Regency Columbus. For the entire weekend, the hotel becomes a dedicated CLAW space—giving attendees the freedom to explore, connect, and play in a community-centered environment, all under one roof.
What to Expect
Multiple themed play parties throughout the weekend
Educational workshops and discussion panels
Socials, meetups, and structured community spaces
Vendor area, Art Show, and Silent Auction
On-site Guest Services and Safety teams
Whether this is your first kink event or you’re a CLAW regular, CLAW 26 is designed to be welcoming, inclusive, and easy to navigate—with hotel rooms, event spaces, and play areas all in one location.
Who Can Attend
21+ event
Open to all genders, identities, and experience levels
Respect, consent, and community standards are mandatory
Hotel & Venue
The Hyatt Regency Columbus is entirely reserved for CLAW attendees during the event. All official programming, parties, and play spaces take place within the hotel.
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Cherry's Playhouse: Nastier & Kinkier
2026-04-03 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-04-04 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-04-10 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-04-11 20:00 - 22:00 | Axis Nightclub, 775 N. High Street, Columbus, OH, 43215, United States
Step inside Cherry’s Playhouse: Nastier & Kinkier, a drag production that throws the doors wide open and invites you on a wild tour of the Playhouse—where rules are optional and your freak flag flies high. This is a space built on sexual freedom, bold self-expression, and the thrill of embracing your deepest desires and fantasies without shame. Expect jaw-dropping performances, unapologetic attitude, and high-voltage energy as Cherry and the cast blur the lines between fantasy and reality. And don’t get it twisted—we don’t just tease, we turn up. Come for the kink, stay for the chaos, and leave fully awakened and satisfied.

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“Wrapped in a Flag and Carrying a Cross: “Christian”
2026-04-09 18:00 - 19:30
You’re invited to join LOVEboldly, Honesty for Ohio Education, Ohioans Against Extremism, and Trans Ohio for a panel discussion on Thursday, April 9, at 6pm, at Trinity Episcopal Church in Columbus, OH.
More Information!
Trinity Episcopal Church
125 E. Broad Street, 4th Floor
Columbus, Ohio 43215
United States

A Moderated Discussion with Cat Runner
2026-04-09 19:30 - 20:30
Mountaineers at Ohio State is hosting a moderated discussion with Cat Runner, a professional rock climber, photographer, transgender community leader and winner of HBO’s The Climb (2023), from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. April 9 in the Ohio Union Grand Meeting Rooms 1 and 2.
Runner will share photographs and videos from climbs around the world and discuss identity, belonging and accessibility in outdoor spaces. People can look forward to hearing about his experiences in bouldering, sport climbing and outdoor climbing, along with the challenges and lessons that shaped him as an athlete.
In 2022, Runner founded the Queer Climber’s Network, an organization and database focused on helping queer climbers connect with each other, instructors, educational programs and professionals within the climbing industry.
Runner also serves on the Board of Directors for the Red River Gorge Climbers’ Coalition, is part of the founding leadership for Trans Climbers Belong and works with other community organizers to implement programming that makes climbing more inclusive and accessible to affinity identities.
The discussion is free, open to the public and does not require registration. There will also be dedicated time for questions from the audience.
More Information!
Ohio Union, 1739 N. High St.
Grand Meeting Rooms 1 and 2
Columbus, Ohio 43201
United States

Time Out Thursday 2026 – April
2026-04-16 17:00 - 19:00 | 1160 N High Columbus, Ohio 43201, 1160 N High St, Columbus, OH, United States

AIDS Walk Ohio 2026
2026-04-18 09:00 - 12:00
AIDS Walk Ohio is back! On Saturday, April 18, 2026, thousands of Ohioans will gather at Genoa Park in downtown Columbus to walk, run, and roll for an important cause. AIDS Walk Ohio raises awareness and critical funds in the fight against HIV/AIDS.
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EXTRA! Columbus Pride Bands
2026-04-18 19:00 - 21:00
On April 18th, 7PM, at the Lincoln theatre, get ready to turn the volume up and the subtlety down! Columbus Pride Bands is hitting the stage with a performance that proves once and for all that nothing is too over the top.
From shimmering arrangements to the essential concert band sounds, EXTRA is a celebration of maximalism, queer joy, and the unapologetic art of being “too much.” Whether you’re a fan of grand musical swells, rubber chickens, Godzilla or high-glam theatricality, this is the night to leave your modesty at the door and embrace the spectacular.
Thank you to our sponsors Orange Barrel Media and Greater Columbus Arts Council!

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769 E long Street
Columbus, Ohio 43203
United States

The Power of Lesbian Creativity - LBA Art Show & Sale
2026-04-25 11:00 - 16:00 | 1160 N High Columbus, Ohio 43201, 1160 N High St, Columbus, OH, United States
Celebrate Lesbian Visibility Month with the LBA’s Art Show & Sale along with musical performance and a dance following!
The Power of Lesbian Creativity is the theme for this year’s LBA art sale in celebration of Lesbian Visibility Month!
Join us at Stonewall Columbus for a full day of creativity, music and community.
Artists and craftswomen will be selling their goods from 11am – 4pm.
Local favorites, Lucky Blu, will be performing at 2pm.
From 4-6pm DJ Unecc will be providing music for a women’s community dance.
Vendor spots are still available – Contact Christy Fulton with any questions – christyf@ohiolba.org

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Stonewall Columbus
1160 N High St
Columbus, Ohio 43201
United States

Trailblazers: Leather and Lace 2026 at Shadowbox Live
2026-05-21 19:30 - 21:30 | Shadowbox Live, 503 S Front St, Columbus, OH, 43215, United States
Join the Trailblazers and visit Leather and Lace 2026 – A Music Tribute to the Women of Rock at Shadowbox Live on Thurs May 21st at 7:30 pm. Come out and enjoy this show with the Trailblazers!
Celebrate the trailblazers and powerhouses who shattered ceilings and rewrote the rules of rock and roll. Leather and Lace shines a musical spotlight on 20 fearless female artists whose voices, talent, and unrelenting spirit transformed not just music—but the entire industry. From iconic anthems to revolutionary performances, this show honors the bold women who inspired generations, broke barriers, and continue to shape the soundtrack of our lives. This is a fierce, electrifying music tribute to their legacy—raw, unapologetic, and utterly unforgettable.
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Stonewall Columbus Trailblazers is a program designed for LGBTQ+ community members and allies ages 55 and older.

F*cktoys (Annapurna Sriram, 2025) Preceded by Seek No Favor (Elle Clay and Leilah Weinraub, 2025)
2026-05-27 19:00 - 21:00
Get a head start on Pride Month this year with Annapurna Sriram’s electric directorial debut F*cktoys!

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1871 North High St.,
Columbus, Ohio 43210

DCCO Connect: An Evening at Slammers!
2026-06-04 18:00 - 20:00
Join the Diversity Chamber of Central Ohio (DCCO) this June as we celebrate Pride Month with a special edition of our DCCO Connect Series—hosted at Slammers Bar & Pizza Kitchen, a historic and iconic LGBTQ+ space right here in Columbus. This networking event brings together LGBTQ+ and allied business owners, professionals, and community leaders for an evening of connection, collaboration, and celebration. During Pride Month, there is no better time to be intentional about building relationships that strengthen our businesses and our community.
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202 East Long Street
Columbus, Ohio 43215

Reading the House Down: Columbus's Premiere Sober Drag Show
2026-06-13 19:30 - 22:00
Come celebrate Pride with Clintonville Books! Reading the House Down is back again for its one-year anniversary celebration, with a star-studded cast including…
Axel Grease!
Calamity Addams!
Envy Mwah!
Poundcake!
and Sally Goose!
With special guest apperances by…
Ocean Unknown!
and Sue Purr-Nova!
Saturday, June 13th.
Doors open at 7:30pm, show starts at 8:00pm.
Tickets are $15.00 and on sale now.
In an effort to create a queer-affirming space that doesn’t center around alcohol, no alcoholic beverages will be permitted on the premises.
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3286 N. High Street
Columbus, Ohio 43202
