Columbus Pride Bands

05/01/2026

🎶 We’re hiring! 🎶
The Columbus Pride Bands is seeking a Lead Artistic Director to lead one of Ohio’s largest and most dynamic community concert band organizations. If you’re a passionate musical leader who values inclusion, collaboration, and artistic excellence, this is your chance to shape engaging performances and make a meaningful impact in the Columbus arts community.
📍 Columbus, OH | Contract Role

📅 Apply by May 15, 2026
Learn more and apply: www.columbuspridebands.org

04/02/2026

Are you ready for rubber chickens, dog barking, and more EXTRA shenanigans? We are! Come see EXTRA at the Lincoln theatre on April 18! Use the link in our bio to find out more!

03/02/2026

WE DID IT!!! Thanks to all our amazing patrons and supporters, we were able to make our 10k goal during our annual Turnabout Drag Show! Thanks to all of our sponsors, volunteers, board members, and our performers for making this such a huge success! And one last huge thanks to and for hosting us again for the 5th year in a row. See you next year!

02/23/2026

Who's ready for Saturday?! Stay tuned for a few performer spotlights!

Making their 2026 debut: Sandra de Crescendo, Connie Bandz, Anita Gunn

Returning members: Sandie Panties, Connie Lingus, The Cracker Siblings, Mynja Biznus, Phyla Complaint, Rosario Garcia, Valerie Vixen, Amanda Clearcreek, Libby S. Cracker, Chocolate Chip, and of course our fabulous host, Virginia West!

Standing room tickets still available - check the link in our bio.

02/18/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out and joined us for our Love is Love Jazz concert this past weekend! It is truly an honor to serve LGBTQIA+ Columbus 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈🤎

Thank you to and

02/15/2026

WE CAN DO IT! WE CAN GET TO 10K! Help the Columbus Pride Bands during our 5th annual Turnabout Drag Show on Saturday, February 28th, at 2:00 PM at District West! This year, we are turning up the heat with curated packages and raffle prizes! Learn more about this amazing night here: https://www.columbuspridebands.org/events/turnabout

02/01/2026

Last night was pure magic! The Columbus Pride Band’s Pep Band had the incredible opportunity to perform at the 's Pride Night, and we're beaming with pride for our amazing team!

Thanks to everyone who came and supported the team and us!

02/01/2026

Thanks for this piece! Loved playing at the Columbus Fury game last night!

Columbus Fury hosts Pride Night. Fans were treated to performances from the Columbus Pride Band, the Columbus Gay Men’s Chorus and the Columbus Women’s Chorus. Here’s some of what we saw.

🔗 Hit the LINK IN FIRST COMMENT for the gallery.

01/27/2026

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.

Get tickets here: https://districtwest614.com/tc-events/columbus-pride-bands-5th-annual-turnabout-show/

01/11/2026

Use the link in our bio to purchase tickets! Celebrate Valentine’s Day with an evening of timeless music, powerful vocals, and community pride at LOVE IS LOVE, a special jazz concert featuring more vocalists than ever before.
This concert follows an exciting milestone for our jazz band. We are honored to have received a $10,000 grant from the Greater Columbus Arts Council, supporting our continued growth and commitment to bringing high-quality live music to our community. This performance is a celebration of that achievement and of the love that music creates.

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with an evening of timeless music, powerful vocals, and community pride at LOVE IS LOVE, a special jazz concert featuring more vocalists than ever before.This concert follows an exciting milestone for our jazz band. We are honored to have received a $10,000 grant from the...