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Events
DIVERSITY SATURDAYS SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 05 BATTLE OF THE DIVAS
Saturday Sept. 05 @ 5p
Battle of the Divas (Diversity Saturdays)
Colgay Pride, a celebration of LGBTQ+ diversity and community, presents “Battle of the Divas”, a high-energy drag show spectacular as part of Diversity Saturdays. The event is set to take place Saturday, September 5, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM, at Music Food Trucks Cash Bar, 4214 16th Ave, Columbus, GA.
Featured performers include Naomi Envy — Miss Columbus Georgia Pride 2026, Lotus Black, Anita Dollar, and Kakora Rayne Black, with the show promising big style, bold performances, and plenty of entertainment.
The show is also positioned as Diversity Saturdays’ new homecoming event, encouraging guests to come and share in the moment, spread the word, and bring a friend. For more information or details, contact 706-580-6239.
DIVERSITY SATURDAY SATURDAY OCTOBER 03 HARVEST OF QUEENS
🎃✨ Colgay Pride Presents: “Harvest of Queens” — A Fall Drag Spectacular!
As the crisp air of autumn rolls in, Colgay Pride invites you to celebrate the season with flair, rhythm, and fabulousness at our next Diversity Saturday — themed “Harvest of Queens.”
📅 Date: Saturday, October 3rd, 2026
🕔 Time: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 Location: 4214 16th Ave, Columbus GA 31904
💵 Admission: FREE!
🍁 Event Highlights
Live DJ & Music — spinning beats that’ll keep you moving all night
A Plethora of Performers — drag artists bringing autumn magic to the stage
Harvest‑Themed Drag Show — think golden leaves, pumpkin spice, and glitter galore
Cash Bar & Food Trucks — bring your debit card or cash and treat yourself to delicious bites and drinks
Community Connection — come together, laugh, dance, and celebrate love and inclusion
This is your chance to experience one of the biggest drag nights of the year — a fall festival of queens, color, and community. It’s free, it’s fabulous, and it’s all about celebrating who we are.
So grab your friends, your best autumn outfit, and come join us for “Harvest of Queens” — where the leaves fall, the music rises, and the queens reign supreme!
And don’t forget — at the end of the month, we close out the season with our beloved Halloween Festival: The Final Chapter. You don’t want to miss that one either!
13th Annual Halloween Festival The Final Chapter Saturday October 31st
13th Annual Halloween Festival The Final Chapter Saturday October 31st
🎃 Colgay Pride 13th Annual Halloween Festival
📅 Date: Saturday, October 31st
🕔 Time: 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
📍 Location: 4214 16th Avenue, Columbus, Georgia
👻 Event Overview
Join Colgay Pride for its final Halloween Festival, a night of frightful fun and community celebration! The evening will feature a spooky haunted house backdrop, neon‑lit visuals, and appearances by horror icons including Pennywise, Pinhead, Freddy Krueger, Jason Voorhees, Chucky, Michael Myers, and Art the Clown.
🧙♀️ Activities & Attractions
Trick‑or‑Treat for Kids: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Bonfire & S’mores Station
Bealwood Cemetery Haunted Walk
Hallo Queen Drag Show 9 PM
Adult & Kids Costume Contests 8:30 PM
Live Music & Entertainment
Food Trucks & Cash Bar
💬 Special Notes
This marks the final Halloween Festival hosted by Colgay Pride — don’t miss it!
Bring cash for food trucks and bar service.
Costumes encouraged for all ages!
🧛♂️ Vendor & Sponsor Information
Want to participate or support the event?
Text “HALLOWEEN26” to 706‑580‑6239 to become a vendor, sponsor, or donate candy.
OUR FINAL YEAR...
JUNE 2027 WILL BE OUR LAST COLGAY PRIDE FESTIVAL
OUR FAREWELL PRIDE
WE'RE CLOSING OUR DOORS IN COLUMBUS GEORGIA . SO COME AND CELEBRATE OUR HISTORY TOGETHER AND SAY OUR BITTERSWEET GOODBYE'S
About Colgay Pride
Our Mission
At Colgay Pride, our mission is to empower the LGBTQ+ community through advocacy, education, and support. We strive to create a safe and inclusive environment for all individuals, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. A LGBT organizations
Community Engagement
We believe in the power of community and actively engage with local organizations and allies. Colgay Pride hosts various events, workshops, and support groups to foster connections and build a stronger, united front.
SPEAKING UP AND ACTING OUT
**Colgay Pride: Advocacy for LGBTQ+ Citizens of Columbus**
Colgay Pride is dedicated to advocating for the rights and well-being of the LGBTQ+ community in Columbus. Our mission is to speak out and take action against unjust laws and policies that threaten our community. We believe in the power of collective action and the importance of standing up for what is right.
**Current Challenges:**
- **Trump's Anti-LGBTQ+ Policies:** The recent executive orders and policies from the Trump administration have targeted the rights of transgender individuals and rolled back protections for the LGBTQ+ community. These policies include banning trans-inclusive school policies, cutting federal funding for supportive schools, and promoting discriminatory practices.
- **Impact on Our Community:** These policies have created a hostile environment for LGBTQ+ individuals, making it imperative for us to stand up, speak out, and act up if necessary. Silence is not an option when our rights and dignity are under attack.
**Our Advocacy Efforts:**
- **Speaking Out:** We actively raise awareness about the injustices faced by the LGBTQ+ community through public statements, social media campaigns, and community events.
- **Taking Action:** We organize protests, rallies, and advocacy campaigns to challenge discriminatory laws and policies. Our goal is to create a more inclusive and equitable society for all.
- **Empowering Advocates:** We provide training and resources to individuals who want to become advocates for LGBTQ+ rights. By empowering others, we amplify our collective voice and strengthen our movement.
**Why It Matters:**
- **Protecting Rights:** Advocacy is crucial to protect the rights and freedoms of LGBTQ+ individuals. Without it, discriminatory policies can go unchallenged and harm our community.
- **Building Solidarity:** By standing together, we show that we are a united and resilient community. Our solidarity sends a powerful message that we will not be silenced or marginalized.
- **Creating Change:** Advocacy leads to tangible change. Through our efforts, we can influence public opinion, shape policies, and create a more just and inclusive society.
Join us in our fight for equality and justice. Together, we can make a difference and ensure that the voices of the LGBTQ+ community are heard and respected.
SUPPORT GROUP
“The world’s already a nasty place. You don’t have to go through it alone.”
Join us. Get hope. Give hope.
Colgay Pride of Columbus, Georgia — Tuesday Night LGBTQ+ & Allies Zoom Support Group
🕢 Meets the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of Every Month | 7:30–9:00 PM EST
🔗📍 Virtual via Zoom → Register Here:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcsd-Chqz8iH9SXp3lOgGj38G93N3Ck0T9T
After registering, you’ll receive a confirmation email with details on how to join.
💬 About the Support Group
For nearly two decades, this group has been a lifeline for the LGBTQ+ community in Columbus, Georgia.
It began as Living With Hope, a support network for people living with HIV and AIDS, and has grown into one of the longest‑running support groups in the city’s history — now serving a broader community of LGBTQ+ individuals and allies.
When COVID‑19 changed the world, we pioneered TeleSupport — a virtual model inspired by TeleHealth — to ensure that connection and compassion never stopped.
You don’t have to show your face or even share your name. You can simply listen, learn, and heal in a safe, affirming space.
💡 What You’ll Find Here
🤝 Connection with people who understand your journey
🧠 Resources & coping strategies for real‑life challenges
💬 Open conversation in a judgment‑free space
💖 Solidarity, healing, and hope
📣 A place to invite friends, allies, and chosen family
🌟 Why It Matters
With rising costs, stigma, and hate still too common, this virtual space offers a feasible, inclusive, and loving alternative.
We’re also working toward re‑establishing in‑person support groups in the future — because every voice deserves to be heard.
Join us for a night of community, love, and empowerment.
Let’s lift each other up, share our stories, and remind the world that hope still lives here.
Support Colgay Pride Today!
Help us continue our mission of providing vital LGBTQ services to our community. Your donation makes a difference!
Ways to Help
DIVERSITY SATURDAYS @ 4214 16th Avenue Columbus
Join us from 5 to 11 pm
First Saturday of each month
Food Trucks, Vendors, Drag Show, Music and More
13th Annual Halloween Festival: The Final Chapter
Join us for the 13th Annual Halloween Festival
The Final Chapter
October 31st 2026
5p to 11p
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COLGAY PRIDE GENERAL FUND
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TUESDAY LGBTQ+ ZOOM SUPPORT & EDUCATION GROUPS
TUESDAY LGBTQ+ ZOOM SUPPORT & EDUCATION GROUPS
EVERY First and Third TUESDAY FREE ZOOM SUPPORT GROUPS FOR LGBTQ+ & ALLIES. HELP US KEEP THIS FREE FOR EVERYONE.