Hood River Winter Pridefest Celebrates Pride Community and Connection
Hood River, Ore., Feb. 19, 2026 — Visit Hood River announces the return of Hood River Winter PrideFest, March 13–14, marking the third year of this signature celebration honoring Hood River’s LGBTQ+ community and welcoming visitors from near and far. Rooted in the region’s winter adventure culture and creative spirit, the weekend delivers an inclusive lineup of events with welcoming experiences for all.
To celebrate, Visit Hood River, the Columbia Gorge Pride Alliance, local businesses, and community partners curate a dynamic weekend of programming, special events, and lodging offers, making Winter PrideFest a must-attend Pacific Northwest winter tradition.
“Winter PrideFest has become a signature celebration of our local and visiting LGBTQ+ community, reflecting Visit Hood River’s continued commitment to inclusivity and creating a welcoming destination for all,” said Katie Kadlub, CEO of Visit Hood River. “With a dynamic lineup of events featuring music, drag, community gatherings, and the welcoming doors of our shops, tasting rooms, pubs, and restaurants, everyone is invited to fully immerse themselves in a weekend centered on connection and celebration.”
Winter PrideFest highlights include:
Friday, March 13:
Ashleigh Flynn & The Riveters w/special guest Slutashia, and DJ Chelsea Starr
(6 - 10 p.m. | Ticket Link)
To kick off the electric weekend, West Coast–based Americana rock ’n’ roll band Ashleigh Flynn & The Riveters take the stage, joined by special guest Slutashia, returning to bring the house down with her signature drag-rap performance. The night wraps with a high-energy dance party with DJ Chelsea Starr.
Saturday, March 14:
Winter PrideFest Diva Drag Brunch
Hood River Hotel – Emerald Room
(Doors at 11 a.m. | Show noon - 2 p.m. | Ages 21+ | Ticket link; food and alcohol not included)
Enjoy a colorful and spirited Diva Drag Brunch from Justin Buckles Productions, featuring an all-star cast for one of the biggest and best Drag Brunch experiences in the Pacific Northwest. The show includes drag, burlesque, acrobatics, live singing, and more.
(3 - 6 p.m. | Ages 21+)
Celebrate Winter PrideFest at Rooftop at Lightwell. After a day on the mountain or adventuring in the Gorge, head to Hood River’s only rooftop bar for craft cocktails, live entertainment, and a technicolor sunset.
Hood River Hotel – Emerald Room
(Doors at 6 p.m. | Bingo 7 - 9 p.m. | Ages 21+ | Ticket link)
Dubbed “not your grandma’s bingo,” Riley Burrows hosts an evening of games, laughter, and electrifying drag performances.
In addition to Pride-focused programming, visitors can enjoy a wide range of winter experiences throughout Hood River. From exploring the scenic Little John Sno-Park to hiking to the stunning Tamanawas Falls, countless winter recreation opportunities are just a short drive from town. Mt. Hood Meadows is easily accessible via the Columbia Area Transit (CAT) Gorge-to-Mountain Express shuttle.
To warm up and unwind, Nordica Haus offers a modern, mobile Nordic sauna experience with climate-controlled changing and gathering spaces designed for comfort and connection.
Food and drink experiences range from iconic breweries like Full Sail Brewing Co. and pFriem Family Brewers to farm-to-table dining throughout the region. The local arts and culture scene offers cozy indoor options, including the History Museum of Hood River County, the Columbia Center for the Arts, and local galleries featuring rotating exhibits and public art.
Tickets and attendance to Winter Pridefest events are available for individual purchase at visithoodriver.com/event/2026-annual-winter-pridefest/. Local lodging specials are also available at visithoodriver.com/stay/.
A portion of the proceeds from all Hood River Winter PrideFest events will continue to advance the goals and programs of the Columbia Gorge Pride Alliance, a group of volunteers, organizations, and businesses that work to create a city where lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual plus people thrive as healthy and equal members of society. It strives and advocates for respect, equity, justice, and building a safe, peaceful, culturally rich community for LGBTQIA+ people and allies.
For more information about Hood River, visit visithoodriver.com.
For more information on Columbia Gorge Pride Alliance, visit the organization’s Facebook page.
About Visit Hood River:
Located at the crossroads of the spectacular Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area and the magnificent Cascade Range and just an hour from Portland, Hood River offers outdoor recreation, dramatic vistas, historic landmarks, bountiful fruit, and fantastic food, wine, beer, and cider. With accommodations ranging from luxury hotels to historic B&Bs, Hood River is a four-season destination for families, outdoor enthusiasts, weddings, corporate events, and more. A perennial favorite among travel tastemakers, the destination was most recently named a 2025 Sunset Travel Awards “Top Tastings” winner, following honors as a Best Adventure & Explorations Town (2023) and Nature Lovers Destination (2022) by Sunset. It was also recognized as a Top 10 Wine Destination by Wine Enthusiast (2017) and Best Adventure Town in the West by Sunset (2015). Visit Hood River supports economic development, community development, and destination marketing for Hood River, Cascade Locks, Mosier, Odell, Parkdale, Pine Grove, and Mount Hood. For more information, call 800-366-3530 or visit visithoodriver.com.
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