The Collective

06/30/2026

Parade applications are NOW OPEN!

Want to march, ride, or roll with us at Toledo Pride 2026? Now's your chance to be part of the parade.

Free to apply, with a suggested $25 donation to help us keep Pride going strong

Festival: Aug 14–16, 2026

Apply today at toledopride.com

06/30/2026

Stand with Pride. Put your brand behind it.

Thousands show up for Toledo Pride every year, and sponsors are why. Levels for every budget.

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/partner-with-toledo-pride

06/30/2026

LAST CALL FOR PERFORMERS!

Time is running out to apply for a chance to perform at Toledo Pride 2026! We're looking for singers, dancers, drag artists, bands, spoken word performers, and more.

Performer applications close Thursday, July 3.

Don't miss your chance to take the stage during Toledo Pride, August 14-16, 2026!

Apply today at toledopride.com

06/19/2026

THIS! - Toledo native creates Black LGBTQ+ safe space, The Collective.

Many Black LGBTQ+ residents told Taren Lutchey that, while Toledo is LGBTQ+ friendly, there weren’t enough places for them to go to feel seen and accepted.

🔗 Hit the LINK IN THE FIRST COMMENT for the full story!

06/19/2026

MEET OUR SPEAKERS!

Taren Lutchey is the Founder and Executive Director of the Toledo Q***r Black Collective, an organization dedicated to creating connection, visibility, and opportunities for Black LGBTQ+ individuals through community building, advocacy, and social engagement. A passionate community leader, Taren also serves in leadership roles with local and statewide LGBTQ+ organizations, working to ensure that q***r spaces are inclusive, equitable, and representative of the diverse communities they serve. Through her work, she strives to amplify underrepresented voices and foster environments where all LGBTQ+ people can feel seen, valued, and empowered.

The Collective

06/05/2026

Attention Entertainers!

If you're looking for new FREE Professional Photo's BM Photography is hosting a FREE Photoshoot this Saturday, June 6th from 4pm - 8pm on the mainstage!

You must register, no walk-in's will be allowed. To register please contact BM Photography or email Bryce directly at [email protected]

05/23/2026

The Check-In was EVERYTHING! 🙌🏽✨

We are so grateful for our amazing vendors NAMI Greater Toledo NOSS/Harm Reduction and Harbor who showed up and showed out to support HIV/STI awareness and prevention, Harm Reduction, and Mental Health. Your dedication to this work means everything.

Big shoutout to our speaker Robert Francis! Thank you for sharing your story with us! You are beyond inspirational!

A special shoutout to Equitas Health for providing on-site testing, your commitment to accessible healthcare is truly life-changing. 💙

Because of YOU ALL, our community walked away more informed, more empowered, and more connected. This is what community care looks like. 🙌

05/22/2026

Today’s the day!!! 🙌🏾

It's almost time to Check-In 💌

We're pulling up with everything you need in one place:
✓ Free HIV & STI testing
✓ Info on PrEP, PEP, and DoxyPEP
✓ Local community resources

Whether you're getting tested for the first time, staying on top of your sexual health, or just want to learn what's out there ,there's a seat for you here.
No judgment. No pressure. Just community looking out for community.

🗓️ Friday, May 22, 2026
🕔 5:00 – 8:00 PM
📍 2413 Collingwood Blvd
Tag a friend and pull up together. We'll see you there. 🩷
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05/16/2026