OUR CONTESTS

Entering one of the annual contests is a great way to participate and celebrate pride. Each contest has its own personality, purpose, and excitement - and each one demonstrates pride in a unique way. Whether you are a business, a pet, a visitor, or a resident of Yellow Springs, Oh, there is a contest just for you!  

YS PRIDE ROYALTY
CONTEST

ALL ARE WELCOME. Think over-the-top, extravagant, team-too-much! Contestants will sign up on the day of the annual event, and the contest will be announced on the main stage. Winners will be announced based on audience applause - SO BRING IT!
(Contest Open to ALL)

YS PETS GOT PRIDE CONTEST

Dress up your pet in their favorite pride gear! Be creative. Be fun. Be FREE! Email ONE PICTURE of your pet in their best pride outfit, your name, and your pet's name to the email address below. Images will be posted on the YS PRIDE FACEBOOK PAGE and the image with the most public reactions will be named this year's winner. (YS Pets Only)

Entry Deadline: June 17 @ 8am
Voting Begins: June 19th @ 8am
Voting Closes: June 25 @ 8am

YS PRIDE HOME DECORATING

It's time to go all out. Get creative. Stand out. Make a statement. Using pride-inspired themes decorate your home. Email YOUR BEST picture of your home decorations. Be sure to include your name. Images (not addresses) will be posted on the YS PRIDE FACEBOOK PAGE and the image with the most public reactions will be named this year's winner. (YS Homes Only)

Entry Deadline: June 17 @ 8am
Voting Begins: June 19th @ 8am
Voting Closes: June 25 @ 8am

YS BIZ GOT PRIDE CONTEST

We are proud of our Village and of the support that is shown by our business community. This year to help celebrate pride month,  businesses will take a photo of their location, submit it to us, and we will post it on the YS PRIDE FACEBOOK PAGE. If you are a business and would like to participate, email your best pride-inspired exterior business photo. Include your name & business name. The business image with the most public reactions will be named this year's winner. (YS Businesses Only)

Entry Deadline: June 17 @ 8am
Voting Begins: June 19 @ 8am
Voting Closes: June 25 @ 8am

#BEYOURSELFHERE

YS Pride is a family-friendly event, and part of our mission is to continue to provide safe spaces and opportunities for you to simply be you.
Connect. Participate. Celebrate - however you feel comfortable.
You are visible. You are seen. YOU MATTER!