Austin, Minnesota
Rooted in Love, Powered by Pride.
A loud, loving home for LGBTQIA2S+ people and allies in Mower County. However you found us, you belong here.
Our welcome
What began as a celebration grew into a movement.
Grounded in inclusion, visibility, and the belief that everyone deserves to live as their most authentic self. Austin, MN Pride builds affirming spaces where LGBTQIA2S+ people and allies feel valued and empowered, all year long.
- Love & Inclusion
- Authenticity
- Community & Connection
- Education & Growth
- Respect & Empowerment
The marquee day
Austin MN Pride Festival 2026
- When
- Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Where
- Bandshell Community Park, Austin, MN
- Cost
- Free, all ages, always
The heartbeat
What's happening next
- LGBTea & Coffee Saturday, November 7, 2026 · 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM Coffee House on Main Join us for LGBTea & Coffee, a cozy community coffee hour centered on connection, comfort, and queer joy. Coffee Hours
- LGBTea & Coffee Saturday, December 5, 2026 · 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM Hot Off The Press Join us for LGBTea & Coffee, a cozy community coffee hour centered on connection, comfort, and queer joy. Coffee Hours
- Reading Rainbows Wednesday, December 16, 2026 · 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM Austin ArtWorks Center A queer book club for anyone who loves stories, connection, and community! Book Club
Bandshell Community Park
One bandshell, a whole community, and a small city saying you are welcome here.
Be part of itNot just one day a year
A community you can find any week
- LGBTea & Coffee A monthly coffee hour for connection, comfort, and queer joy. See dates
- Reading Rainbows A queer book club celebrating LGBTQIA2S+ authors and stories. See dates
- Sing with Carrie Okey All-ages karaoke nights. All voices, all vibes, all welcome. See dates
- Storytime & talks Library storytimes and queer-history talks with community partners. See dates
Build it with us
Pride here runs on its people.
Lend a hand, chip in, or back the festival. Every bit keeps Pride free and growing in Austin.