Celebrating Pride with our community

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CR Pride is thrilled to invite you to our 2026 Pride Month Art Show, hosted at CSPS Hall. This year's theme is Queer Joy — a celebration of queer life in all its forms, from laughter, love, and unity to self-discovery, creativity, and unapologetic self-expression.

Join Us for the Grand Opening Reception

Friday, May 29, 2026 | 5:30–7:30 PM at CSPS Hall

Come celebrate the opening night with us! We'd love to see you there.

Visit the Exhibition in June

The show will be on display through June 27, 2026 during CSPS's normal business hours. Stop in anytime throughout the month to experience the art and celebrate Pride.

 Kick Off Pride with the Cedar Raptors

Join the Cedar Raptors as they close out their regular season in an exciting showdown against in-state rivals, the Iowa Phoenix.

CR Pride will be there bringing the celebration — including the CR Pride Store, stocked with all your Pride Month essentials, merch, and more.

Come cheer on the Raptors, shop your Pride favorites, and help us kick off Pride Month with hometown energy, community spirit, and Pride!

Let’s help close out their season with a WIN! 

Tickets can be purchased by clicking the icon below.

 Madame Mystery's Hypnosis Cabaret

Prepare to be mesmerized. Madame Mystery brings her legendary Hypnosis Cabaret to Basix on June 5th for one night you won't soon forget — if you remember it at all. 

Hailed as "Groundbreaking" by GYegas Magazine and "An Instant Classic" by Big Gay Cruise, this is no ordinary show. Madame Mystery is the world's only touring drag queen hypnotist, and she's bringing her one-of-a-kind spectacle straight to Cedar Rapids. 

Whether you end up on stage or in the audience, you're in for a wild ride. Doors open at 10:30 PM — 21+ only. Additional information at icnightlife.com or on Basix socials. 

 Kickoff to Pride Drag Brunch

Kickstand and Basix are kicking off Pride in style! Join them Saturday, June 6th at noon on the Kickstand Stage for a fabulous Drag Brunch featuring Andromeda, Beep Beep, Dior, Erotica, and Jen. 

No tickets needed — this one's free and open on the patio. Breakfast is being served all morning, so come hungry and settle in for a show. 

Entertainment will occur throughout the day between shows. All ages welcome at 203 16th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA. 

  Kickstand Doggie Drag Show

Does your pup have what it takes to werk the runway? Enter your furry friend in the Kickstand Doggie Drag Show on Saturday, June 6th at 3 PM on the Kickstand Stage!

 A $25 suggested entry fee goes directly to CR Pride. 

Entertainment will occur throughout the day between shows. All ages are welcome, so bring the whole family — two-legged and four-legged alike. Located at 203 16th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA. 

  Kickoff to Pride Drag Dinner

The party keeps going! After a full day of Pride festivities, pull up a seat on the Kickstand patio for our Kickoff to Pride Drag Dinner on Saturday, June 6th at 5 PM. 

Andromeda, Beep Beep, Dior, Erotica, and Jen are back on the Kickstand Stage to keep the energy high while you dig into dinner. No tickets needed — just show up, eat well, and celebrate. All ages welcome at 203 16th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA. 

 Basix Pride & Summer Market

Kick back and keep the Pride weekend going at the Basix Pride & Summer Market on Sunday, June 7th from noon to 5 PM! 

Browse a variety of vendors, soak up the vibes, and grab a bite from Curbside Franks, who will be on-site serving up their delicious hot dogs. 

21+ only at 3916 1st Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA. For additional information, visit icnightlife.com. 

  Help us welcome in pride month by coming to watch local bar staff and "celebrities" compete to be the coveted Mr., Ms. or Mx. Raisin 2026 to raise funds for CR Pride! The competition begins at 8pm CT!
If interested in performing please email our Manager Nikkie at nikkielynnh@gmail.com  

 Cap off Pride Month in spectacular fashion at the annual Pride Festival and Parade! On Saturday, June 27th, the celebration takes to the streets and the festival grounds for a full day (11:00am - 6:00pm) of joy, color, and community. Whether you're marching in the parade, cheering from the sidelines, or soaking up the festival atmosphere, this is a day to come together, show up fully, and celebrate love in all its forms.  All are welcome — bring your friends, your family, your flags, and your whole self. The more, the merrier, and the brighter. 

 After the parade and festival wrap up, the celebration continues at 8pm CT! Join us for the official Pride After Show, featuring incredible local talent and three jaw-dropping special guests straight from your favorite drag competition stages. This is one night you won't want to miss.

Special Guests:

Cynthia Doll — Dragula Season 5 & Dragula: Titans Season 2

Q — RuPaul's Drag Race Season 16

Daya Betty — RuPaul's Drag Race Season 14 & All Stars Season 10

Plus local talent to be announced — stay tuned!

Tickets are on sale now. Grab yours before they're gone — this show will sell out!

Buy tickets: CR Pride Late Show 2026