07/20/2026
This year’s Heartland Pride celebration was nothing short of incredible. 💜🏳️🌈
To everyone who came out to celebrate with us—thank you. Whether you attended the parade, visited vendors, cheered on performers, connected with friends old and new, or simply showed up as your authentic self, you helped create a weekend filled with joy, love, and community. Seeing so many people come together to celebrate, support one another, and make lasting memories is exactly what Heartland Pride is all about.
A celebration like this doesn't happen by accident, and we want to give an especially heartfelt thank you to our amazing volunteers. You are the heart of this event. From setting up before the crowds arrived to keeping everything running smoothly throughout the weekend and staying until the very last task was finished, your dedication made all the difference.
Many of you stepped up in ways that went far beyond what we asked. You stayed long after your scheduled shifts, jumped in wherever help was needed, covered extra responsibilities, and did it all with kindness, patience, and a smile. Your willingness to go the extra mile ensured that thousands of people could celebrate safely and successfully, and we truly cannot thank you enough.
To our sponsors, community partners, performers, vendors, public safety teams, and every person who contributed your time, talent, and support—thank you for believing in this community and helping make Heartland Pride such an unforgettable weekend.
Most of all, thank you for proving once again that Pride is more than an event—it's people. It's community. It's showing up for one another. It's creating spaces where everyone is welcomed, celebrated, and loved.
Our hearts are full, and we're already looking forward to doing it all again next year. Until then, thank you for making Heartland Pride a celebration we'll never forget. 🌈❤️
