Marshall Pride Drag Show
7 p.m. @ Brau Brothers Tap Room

Join us for another incredible celebration at the 2026 Marshall Pride Drag Show!! Featuring fan favorites and some new faces, this show is an amazing way to enjoy community and safe space in our community. Whether this is your first drag show or you are coming in with wigs ablaze, come on down to Brau Brothers for the show!

You are not going to want to miss this night of incredible drag performances! Tickets go on sale on May 14 at noon, and we always sell out! 

Check out our whole list of performers here on our Drag Performer Page!

Tickets are available starting May 13, 2026! Check back then!

Vendors and Exhibitors Open!
10:00 a.m. @ Lyon County Fairgrounds

Come check out the lovely and talented vendors as Marshall Pride in the Park begins! Peruse for a little treat for you or someone you love. :)

We love our nonprofits who come to share the services they provide. Connect with these organizations to enjoy some lovely swag and find out we have resources in our community you may not have heard of before!

Kids Corner Open!
10:00 a.m. @ Lyon County Fairgrounds

Pride has something for everyone! Check out the fish pond, the "tattoo studio," arts, sensory tables, and more at the Kids Corner!

Portraits of Pride Community Art Project
10:15 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. @ Lyon County Fairgrounds

Portraits of Pride is a participatory portrait studio where attendees are invited to create self-portraits using mirrors, drawing materials, and creative prompts focused on identity and self-expression. Participants may also choose to be photographed with their artwork as part of a community gallery documenting the event. 

SammyJo Miller is a southwest Minnesota visual artist and arts educator whose work focuses on drawing, painting, and participatory community art experiences. Through workshops, public events, and collaborative projects, she creates welcoming creative spaces that encourage observation, self-expression, and community connection. 

This activity is made possible by a grant from the Southwest Minnesota Arts Council with funds from The McKnight Foundation. 

Flute Loops
10:15 - 11:15 p.m. @ Lyon County Fairgrounds

Check out the full performer details at Park Performers 

Cresent Valley LARPers
10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. @ Lyon County Fairgrounds

The Cresent Valley LARPers invite you to try your hand at LARPing. Find community and friends.

NOTE: Any persons 16 and under looking to join will need a safety waiver signed by a parent or legal guardian and that parent or guardian must be present during all activities.

Rainbow the Unicorn!
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. @ Lyon County Fairgrounds

You do not want to miss Rainbow the Unicorn! Take a photo or just enjoy being in the presence of this magical creature!

Lake Benton Opera House presents Into the Woods
11:15 a.m.-11:30 a.m. @ Lyon County Fairgrounds

Come meet members of the cast of the 2026 Lake Benton Opera House musical Into the Woods. You'll have a fantastic time getting a sneak peak into what you'll get to see at the end of July. For more information, check out our Park Performers page!

Southwest Nkauj Hmoob (Hmong Dance Troupe from Walnut Grove)
11:30 a.m.-noon @ Lyon County Fairgrounds

Check out the full performer details at Park Performers 

Official Welcome and Grand Marshal Announcement
Noon @ Lyon County Fairgrounds

Check out the welcome ceremony with guest speakers from organizations who love and care about the LGBTQIA2S+ community and allies. This is where we will announce the 2025 Grand Marshal and unveil the grove of trees planted in honor of the Grand Marshals for the past five years. 

Stubborn the Rapper
12:30 - 1:30 p.m. @ Lyon County Fairgrounds

Check out the full performer details at Park Performers 

Facepainting with Krystl Louwagie!
1 - 3 p.m. @ Lyon County Fairgrounds

Face painting is a beautiful way to show your colors at Marshall Pride. Stop by Krystl Louwagie's table for some beautiful artwork you can wear! Free, provided by Marshall Pride!

A Real Life Mermaid!
1 - 3 p.m. @ Lyon County Fairgrounds

You've gotta see the mermaid who has pledged to come to Marshall Pride this year! Grown ups can make a free will donation to help fund Pride and receive a mystical fortune from the mystical creature. Kids can come say hello and enjoy a free trinket from the mermaid!

Purpose Artisians
1:30-2:30 p.m. @ Lyon County Fairgrounds

Check out the full performer details at Park Performers 

Marshall Area Stage Company presents State Fair
2:30 - 3:00 p.m. @ Lyon County Fairgrounds

Check out the full performer details at Park Performers 

Dray Potts
3:00 - 4:00 p.m. @ Lyon County Fairgrounds

Check out the full performer details at Park Performers