Stonewall Columbus PRIDE Festival June 20-21
Columbus hosts the largest pride event in the Midwest. The event not only includes the two day festival in Goodale Park but also a large parade on Saturday. The parade Grand Marshal this year is George Take and last year the event had over 300,000 attendees.
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The Community Festival June 27-29
Comfest as it’s lovingly known is back for it’s 42nd year. Come out to Goodale park and spread some “Harmony and Humanity,” which is this year’s theme. Make sure don’t forget to get your Comfest mug which is a favorite collector’s item for festival attendees.
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Red, White and BOOM! July 3
Out of all the patriotic ways to spend your Independence Day weekend our favorite is Red, White and BOOM! It is the largest fireworks display in Ohio, so plan to get downtown early because parking will go quick. The festivities start at noon and the firework display starts at ten.
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Dublin Irish Festival August 1-3
The second largest Irish celebration in the world is hosted in Dublin, Ohio. The event features over 65 acts and 535 performs so there is guaranteed to be something for everyone.
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The Greek Festival August 29-September 1
Opa! The Greek Festival is hosted on High street at the beautiful Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral. This is the 42 year of the festival, where you can experience the amazing culture and ancestry of Greece.
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