June is globally recognized as Pride Month, a time of celebration and reflection for members of the LGBTQ+ community. Born out of the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in New York, the first Pride March took place on June 27, 1970 to commemorate the one-year anniversary of the uprising and to demonstrate for equal rights. Over the years, Pride Day grew into a month-long series of events designed to raise awareness and understanding, and to afford members of the LGBTQ+ community a sense of dignity and courage. In 1991, President Bill Clinton declared June as Gay and Lesbian Pride Month, and in 2011, President Barack Obama expanded the officially recognized Pride Month to include the entire LGBT community.

Pride Month Flag Raising Ceremony
6 pm, Monday, June 3
Municipal Services Center Plaza, 3600 Tremont Road
Please join with members of Upper Arlington City Council, the Community Relations Committee, and the City Administration for Upper Arlington’s third annual Pride Month Flag Raising Ceremony. Upper Arlington Board of Education Member, Lori Trent, will serve as keynote speaker, and the Upper Arlington Library will provide Pride button making activities as well as a list of resources. Light refreshments will be available for attendees.

Rainbow UA Pride
1-5 pm, Sunday, June 9
Sunny 95 Park
Rainbow UA has once again expanded its plans for UA Pride, putting together an afternoon packed with activities and entertainment. Thanks to the support of many local businesses, UA Pride will include art, entertainment, resource tables and public speakers, all with a focus on youth and families.

Except for participating food vendors and a raffle for locally donated items, all UA pride activities are free. Full event details can be found here.