Heartland Pride

05/23/2026

🎤 Perform at the 2026 Heartland Pride Festival! 🌈

Applications to perform on the Scott Hall stage in the afternoon are still open. ⏳ Don’t wait—apply before June 7!

👉 Submit your application today: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeM1crOD9MUxiHvEort6z7W8L_mhAawhYtNciIY5SUWTZdxSQ/viewform

Questions? [email protected]

If you live in the area, and would like to perform a number at this year's Heartland Pride Festival, please fill out the following form. This year's Heartland Pride Festival will be Saturday, July 18, 2026, at the Omaha Performing Arts campus in Omaha, NE. ***This is open to all Drag & Burlesque ent...

05/20/2026

📣 2026 Heartland Pride Scholarship Update

Thank you to everyone who applied for the 2026 Heartland Pride Scholarship program! We are incredibly grateful for the time, effort, and personal stories shared through this year’s applications.

We’ve received a number of questions regarding the notification timeline, so we wanted to provide a quick update: scholarship award recipients will be contacted via email in early June.

Please be sure to check the email account used on your application for updates and notifications.

Thank you again for your patience and for being part of the Heartland Pride community. 💜

05/16/2026

We’re asking our community to come together and help spread the word. If you’ve seen this person or know anything that could help, please call one of the numbers listed.

05/12/2026

🎉 TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW for Heartland Pride 2026! 🌈✨

Get ready to celebrate Pride ALL DAY at the 2026 Heartland Pride Festival — a full day packed with community, creativity, entertainment, and unforgettable performances!

Spend the afternoon exploring:

🎨 100+ vendors, artisans & community organizations
🍔 Food & drinks throughout the festival grounds
🎤 Karaoke & interactive activities
💄 An exciting afternoon drag show featuring incredible local performers

Then keep the celebration going at the evening show at Steelhouse Omaha featuring iconic entertainers like RuPaul’s Drag Race winner Sasha Colby and legendary comedian Margaret Cho for a night of powerhouse performances, comedy, and Pride celebration you won’t want to miss. 🌟

🎟 Choose the ticket option that fits your plans:

✨ Festival Only Ticket (Entry to afternoon at Holland/Tenaska Centers only)

✨ Show Only Ticket (Entry to Steelhouse Omaha only)

✨ All-Day Combo Ticket (Entry to Holland/Tenaska Centers and Steelhouse Omaha)

✨ VIP Pass (all the perks of the All-Day Combo + Meet & Greets with artists)

Whether you’re coming for the festival, the performances, or the full day of celebration, Heartland Pride 2026 promises an unforgettable experience filled with joy, entertainment, and community. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

Get your tickets today:
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05/08/2026

🎤🔥 Get ready, Heartland Pride — the legendary Margaret Cho is coming to the 2026 Heartland Pride Festival! 🔥🎤

Comedian. Actor. Musician. Advocate. Entrepreneur. Five-time Grammy and Emmy nominee. Margaret Cho has long been a fearless voice for underrepresented communities, using her platform to champion anti-racism, anti-bullying, and LGBTQ+ rights — all while building one of the most iconic careers in comedy. From groundbreaking stand-up tours to unforgettable roles in Fire Island, Hacks, The Flight Attendant, and Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Margaret continues to inspire generations with her honesty, humor, and heart.

Named by Vogue as one of the best female comedians of all time, Margaret Cho brings unmatched energy, brilliance, and authenticity to every stage she steps on — and now she’s bringing it to Heartland Pride! 🌈✨

You do NOT want to miss this incredible performance.

🎟️ Tickets go on sale NEXT WEEK — make sure to get yours before they’re gone!

05/07/2026

✨ She’s polished. She’s powerful. She’s a queen of queens. ✨

Heartland Pride is beyond excited to announce that Sasha Colby will be taking the stage at this year’s festival! 👑🌈

A celebrated drag performer, model, and activist, Sasha Colby has captivated audiences around the world with her legendary pageant excellence, unmatched stage presence, and heartfelt advocacy. From winning the prestigious Miss Continental 2012 title to becoming the champion of RuPaul’s Drag Race in 2023, Sasha continues to inspire a generation through artistry, mentorship, and unapologetic authenticity.

As a proud Native Hawaiian trans woman, Sasha uses her platform to champion visibility, representation, and empowerment across the LGBTQ+ community — and we cannot wait to welcome her to Heartland Pride! 💖

This is just the beginning… keep watching our socials for more updates about this year’s Pride celebration!

🎟️ Tickets go on sale NEXT WEEK — trust us, you do not want to miss this year’s festival.

05/07/2026

🌈✨ BIG NEWS, HEARTLAND PRIDE FAM ✨🌈

Get ready to welcome the one and only Nina West to this year’s Heartland Pride Festival! 👑🎭🎤

Known for her larger-than-life comedy, campy theatrical performances, powerhouse vocals, and incredible heart, Nina captured fans around the world on RuPaul's Drag Race, where she earned the title of Miss Congeniality thanks to her kindness, positivity, and advocacy for the LGBTQ+ community. 🌟

From the stage to activism, Nina continues to inspire through her support of LGBTQ+ youth and the arts — and she’s bringing that unforgettable energy back to Heartland Pride! 💖

More entertainment announcements are coming soon, so keep checking our socials and stay tuned!

🎟️ Ticket sales start NEXT WEEK — don’t miss your chance to be part of the celebration!

05/06/2026

🔥 BIG ANNOUNCEMENT 🔥

Heartland Pride is turning up the heat this year—please welcome RealXman to the stage! 💥

Known for high-energy, edgy performances that keep crowds on their feet, RealXman brings a one-of-a-kind blend of club aesthetics and bold character work. A standout in LGBTQ+ nightlife and events, they’ve built a reputation for unforgettable shows, unique style, and electric crowd engagement. Trust us… this is a performance you do NOT want to miss.

And we’re just getting started 👀

✨ More entertainer announcements are dropping all week.

🎟️ Tickets go on sale NEXT WEEK!

Stay tuned—Heartland Pride 2026 is about to be bigger, louder, and prouder than ever. 🌈