Berea PRIDE Festival (typically held in early fall) is a vibrant, community-centered celebration that honors and uplifts the LGBTQIA+ community through a blend of art, advocacy, and joy. Since its inaugural event in October 2018, the festival has steadily grown into a cherished, inclusive space for all ages and identities

Highlights often include:

• A gender‑non‑specific drag pageant—now an annual highlight—celebrating performers in a creative, welcoming showcase first debuted in 2023 at the Historic Boone Tavern.

• Live music and performances featuring local queer artists, student groups, and engaging speakers.

• A bustling vendor fair featuring craft booths, nonprofits, and resource tables advocating for mental health, trans rights, and racial justice

• Family‑friendly activities designed to unite allies, families, and curious community members under a banner of acceptance and solidarity.

While exact details and dates for the 2025 festival haven’t been released, you can expect a spirited celebration that mixes entertainment, meaningful programming, and community outreach—true to Berea’s reputation as an arts‑focused and socially conscious town.

For 2025 updates, keep an eye on Berea PRIDE’s social media channel, where announcements about date, schedule, performers, and vendor opportunities will be shared.