Augusta Pride 2026: dates, parade, events

Augusta Pride 2026 will return to Augusta, Georgia, on June 26–27, 2026, marking another year of homosexual shenanigans in Georgia’s second-largest city.

Established to promote LGBTQ+ visibility in the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA), this annual event has grown into the second-largest Pride celebration in Georgia after Atlanta Pride, attracting roughly 15,000 visitors to downtown Augusta.

Event Schedule and Highlights

The 2026 celebration is expected to feature a full weekend of activities centered around Augusta Common, the downtown park that serves as the main festival grounds.

Beats on Broad

Known as “Augusta’s Largest Outdoor Dance Party,” this ticketed evening event serves as a prelude to Saturday’s festivities, featuring high-energy performances and a lively crowd that keeps dancing until midnight.

Augusta Pride Parade

The parade will begin at the James Brown Arena and proceed through downtown Augusta. This free, public event brings the Southern boys to the yard.

Pride Festival

Following the parade, the Pride Festival takes over Augusta Common, featuring multiple entertainment stages, local vendors, and performances by regional and national LGBTQ+ talent. Keep your eyes peeled on this page for when headliners are revealed! Admission is free, making it one of the most anticipated summer events in the city.

Ain't Misbehavin' Pool Party

The weekend wraps up with the Ain’t Misbehavin’ Pool Party, a cheeky closing event where attendees can cool off, mingle, and toast to another successful Augusta Pride weekend.