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Bloomington Pridefest set to take place this weekend on Kirkwood

WFIU | By Eddie Stewart

Published August 21, 2026 at 4:46 PM EDT

via btown_pride Instagram

This year's Pridefest features over 30 performers.

The thirteenth annual Bloomington Pridefest takes place today from 2 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Kirkwood Avenue from Walnut to Dunn Street.

This year’s festivities will feature music from local musicians and DJs, food trucks, a free gender-affirming closet, face painting, vendors, a comedy show, professional wrestling, and two outdoor drag shows on the main stage.

New this year is a free talk on LGBTQ+ health research from IU professor Debby Herbenick at the Monroe County Public Library.

The event is free and serves as a fundraising event for Bloomington Pride, an organization that operates LGBTQ+ friendly programs year-round.

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