It’s our 11th Annual Columbus Georgia LGBTQ+ Pride Festival when: Saturday, June 01, 2024 from 9a to 10p where: The Festival will encompass the 1000 & 1100 Blocks of Broadway in Uptown Columbus Georgia what to expect: Vendors, Food, Over 6500 people, City Councilors, the Mayor, the 2024 Columbus Georgia LGBTQ Pride Month Proclamation, Musical Performances, Pride Block Party, A Parade, Group Photos, Advocacy, Education, Motivational Speakers, Prizes, PRIDE MEGA STORE, Dance Contests, an Ultimate Drag Show, Community and so much more….It all happens on June 01, 2024 so make sure you are here and don’t miss this Pride.
Sponsors/Vendors: If you would like to be a Vendor or Sponsor of Pride 2024 Text the word “SPONSOR” or “VENDOR” to 7065806239 NOW. We have many options for you to choose from, something to meet every budget. Thank you for being part of our Pride Family.
SCHEDULE:
9am SETUP FOR VENDORS/SPONSORS and BROWSING TIME FOR PATRONS along with MARKET DAYS
10:30 am NATIONAL ANTHEM W/ JEREMY KING AND OPENING PRAYER with Pastor Colley Williams and Rev. Emily bel
10:35 am WELCOME FROM COLGAY PRIDE FOUNDER & DIRECTOR Jeremy S Hobbs
11 am GREETINGS FROM THE MAYOR OF COLUMBUS GEORGIA – MAYOR SKIP HENDERSON
OFFICIAL PROCLAMATION READING for JUNE 2024 COLUMBUS GEORGIA LGBTQ+ PRIDE MONTH
OFFICIAL AWARDS CEREMONY & T SHIRT DESIGN WINNER with Jeremy Hobbs
11:10 am MUSIC BY LOCAL ARTIST
Amazon Goddess
11:15 am HONORING OUR FALLEN HIV / AIDS & LGBTQ+ INDIVIDUALS MEMORIAL TAPS
11:20 am Jeremy Hobbs – Colgay Pride
(TUES NIGHT ZOOM HIV SUPPORT GROUPS)
11:30 am BRIDGING THE FAITH GAP – PASTOR COLLEY WILLIAMS, MICHELLE AMARO, REV EM BELL
MUSIC AND NETWORKING GET ACQUAINTED
1 pm MEET THE COMMUNITY SPONSORS & VENDOR’S
2 pm Music Performance with Jeremy King
2:30 pm Music Performance with Amazon Goddess
3:00 pm OFFICIAL PHOTO OF PRIDE 2023 (EVERYONE GET IN THE PICTURE)
3:30 pm ASSEMBLE FOR THE PRIDE PARADE (9th & First Avenue)
4 pm 2024 PRIDE PARADE
5 pm BREAK & DINNER
6 pm EARLY SHOW WITH LOCAL ARTIST
6:45 pm Jeremiah King Performance
7 pm PRIDE 2023 NIGHT SHOW DANCE CONTESTS MUSIC & DANCING
8:00 pm OFFICIAL PRIDE 2024 DRAG SHOW
8:45 pm FIRST BREAk
9:00 pm FINAL PERFORMANCES & DRAG SHOW
10 pm END
“UNITE FOR EQUALITY”:
2024 11th Annual Columbus Georgia LGBTQ+ Pride Festival Theme
United for Equality: The Theme of the 2024 Columbus Georgia LGBTQ+ Pride Festival
The theme “United for Equality” for the 2024 Columbus Georgia LGBTQ+ Pride Festival signifies the importance of coming together to fight for justice and inclusivity, advocating for equal rights and opportunities for marginalized groups, such as LGBTQ people.
Advocating for Equality and Inclusivity
The theme emphasizes the need for unity and collective action to address systemic inequalities and promote a fair and equitable society.
It aligns with broader social justice movements that aim to create a more equitable society for all.
Addressing Discrimination and Injustice
The theme reflects the festival’s commitment to ending discriminatory targeting and opposing discriminatory legislation that seeks to silence LGBTQ voices and related discussions.
It emphasizes the festival’s goal of working towards achieving lived and legal equality for LGBTQ individuals, while raising awareness through rallies and events.
In summary, “United for Equality” serves as a powerful statement of solidarity and activism, highlighting the ongoing efforts to advocate for equality, justice, and inclusivity for the LGBTQ community.
