June is an opportunity to reflect, learn, and cherish LGBTQ+ culture during Pride Month. The Cincinnati region supports Pride Month by hosting multiple different events and parades. You can also support local LGBTQ+ businesses in June and all year long.

Pride Events in the Greater Cincinnati Area:

• Pride Night with the Reds on June 7, 2024. Join Mr. Redlegs and the crew to cheer on the Reds against the Chicago Cubs. For the limited-edition Reds Pride cap, purchase your tickets here while supplies last.
• City of Maderia Pride Festival on June 8, 2024. This family-friendly event is completely free and includes live music, face painting, a bounce house, shaved ice and more! 
• Batesville Pride on June 9, 2024. Stop by Liberty Park Pavilion in Batesville for a free pride celebration with food, games and more!
• Pride Night with the Florence Y’alls on June 12, 2024. Celebrate Pride with the Florence Y’alls. General admission tickets are only $10.50, so snag your family tickets today! Purchase tickets here.
• Cincinnati Pride Parade and Festival on June 22, 2024. The annual Cincinnati Pride Parade is the largest parade of the year, so grab your spot along the route to come together as a community. Stop by Sawyer Point & Yeatman’s Cove for the festival, including more than 40 food vendors, 200 nonprofits, retail pop-ups and more. Be sure to keep your eye out for the altafiber float in the parade!

Local LGBTQ owned Restaurants

• Good Judy’s in Northside - Queer dive offering cocktails, mocktails, and more!
• Jerry’’s Jug House in Newport - Neighborhood bar that highlights Prohibition history!
• Ivory House in Westwood - Award-winning steakhouse open for dinner, brunch and takeout!
• Melt Revival in Northside - A sustainable staple in the Northside community for over 15 years!
• OTR Bagel Bar in Findlay Market - Offering traditional to experimental and unique bagels with a wide range of cream cheeses!
• The Wheel in Oakley- Serving up hand rolled pasta and homemade bread using local ingredients! Carry out and catering options available

Local LGBTQ owned Businesses

• Casablanca Vintage in Northside - Vintage clothing for all genders and ages.
• Pet Wants Cincy in Findlay Market & Vine Street - Owned & founded by a member of the LGBTQ+ community, offering everything you need for your pets.
• Skinny Dip Jewelry - Offering jewelry and accessories inspired by nature!
• Originalitees in East Walnut Hills - Opened to allow people to rock their city, state, neighborhood, self-identity and more in a positive way through apparel.

altafiber commits to equality and acceptance of our employees, customers and the community. We encourage everyone to be an active ally of the LGBTQ+ community by supporting the businesses or attending the events listed above.

Learn more about our corporate values and PRIDE Employee Resource Group here.