This June, celebrate Pride at Columbus’s first-ever dog park Pride festival! Hosted at The Wag (People Park Dog Bar), this historic weekend brings together top-tier local drag entertainment, community culture, and a shared love for pets.
The entire weekend is completely FREE for humans to attend. Attendees can enjoy a full indoor bar, local food trucks, an unleashed play area, a dedicated leashed show area, and a spacious indoor space to cool off.
Day 1: The Main Stage, Festival & Market
Saturday, June 13th | Noon – 8:30 PM
Saturday kicks off a full day of community celebration, shopping, and high-energy entertainment tailored for both humans and their canine companions.
Noon – 4:00 PM | WAG Unleashed & Unapologetic Market: Browse a curated queer vendor market featuring local makers, exclusive Pride cocktail menus, and specialized on-site perks like Pride Paw-dicures and local pet treats. 🛍️💅
5:00 PM & 7:15 PM | The Main Stage Drag Shows: Catch two spectacular showcases featuring a massive lineup of premier local drag entertainers.
6:15PM | The "Drag Your Dog" Outfit Contest: Between the main show sets, attendees can enter their pups into the ultimate canine runway contest. Start planning those doggy outfits now! 👑🐶
Day 2: The Pride Drag Brunch
Sunday, June 14th | 12:00 PM-2:00PM
The festivities continue on Sunday with an open-air entertainment experience on the patio.
The Show: A high-energy, fast-paced Pride Drag Brunch featuring a stacked lineup of local favorites, including Soy Queen, Anaslaysia Diva, Crunchwrap TheQueen, Aleera De Strange Monroe, and Ezma Payne. 🥂🎤
The Flow: The production features two scheduled intermissions, allowing guests plenty of time to visit the food trucks and refill drinks at the bar.
Weather Contingency: The brunch is scheduled outdoors on the patio but will move completely indoors in the event of rain.
🐾 Important Canine Rules & Safety Policies
To maintain a safe, comfortable environment for all human and furry guests, the following protocols are strictly enforced all weekend:
Pre-Registration Required: While entry is free for humans, dog admission is paid. All dogs must be pre-registered with vaccine forms submitted online prior to entering the venue via email or registration on the Gingr app.
Leash Policy: For the safety of the performers and attendees, all dogs must remain securely leashed while inside the performance, seating, and brunch areas. 🐕
Canine Comfort: All stage audio and performances are strictly limited to designated, noise-approved areas to ensure the music volume remains safe and comfortable for sensitive pup ears. 🎧
If you are interested in sponsoring this landmark community event, please review our sponsorship tier options or submit an inquiry directly through the website contact portal.
