Get ready to burst into fits of uncontrollable laughter at “The Gag Show,” presented by TeeHee Comedy Club! If you’re a fan of side-splitting humor, hilarious anecdotes, and unforgettable punchlines, mark your calendars for an evening that promises to keep your spirits high and your cheeks sore from grinning! Prepare for a night filled with […]
Join Capital City Pride, Iowa Safe Schools, the Rainbow Families of Central Iowa, and Drake University, in welcoming Peggy Whitson, Ph.D. for fireside chat at the Drake Municipal Observatory on September 22, 2023. Visitors can expect an Astronomy lesson followed by stargazing with Astronaut Whitson. The Observatory will be open to welcome guests at 7 […]
Sam Schedler is a queer comedian working as a Registered Nurse in the Twin Cities of Minnesota. When off the clock, he takes to social media and provides a fresh perspective on hard-to-talk about topics like religious trauma, misinformation and LBGTQIA+ issues. Sam is passionate about making sure everyone in the room feels welcomed and […]
Join us for an evening of laughter, love, and friendly competition at Capital City Pride – Family Feud! Get ready to face off in the ultimate game of wit and humor as we bring the beloved classic, “Family Feud,” to life on stage! Teams will compete head-to-head, answering fun and entertaining questions that celebrate the […]
Aging and reclusive Hollywood movie icon Evelyn Hugo is finally ready to tell the truth about her glamorous and scandalous life. But when she chooses unknown magazine reporter Monique Grant for the job, no one is more astounded than Monique herself. Why her? Why now?Monique is not exactly on top of the world. Her husband […]
The Iowa Wolves, the NBA G League affiliate of the Minnesota Timberwolves, and Principal Financial Group will continue their collaboration with the return of the Community Celebration Games, presented by Principal, this season. Local organizations will help create and present unique player jerseys in celebration of the many diverse communities in Iowa with an ensuing […]
A story telling event highlighting the spectrums of what disability is, what it looks like, and what it means to live a day in someone else’s shoes.
Join us on Saturday, December 16th from 6-9pm for a Holiday Movie Night at the Science Center sponsored by Lincoln Savings Bank. At 6:30pm we’ll be screening the hilarious classic, Elf, starring Will Ferrell. Families and friends will have access to the entire first floor of the Science Center. This includes the brick-by-brick Lego builders […]
Tiq speaks and writes about intersectional leadership, transgender rights, and racial justice. He shares stories of his life and how his transgender experience has informed his views on masculinity, race, and the gender binary. A journalist for over a decade, his work has appeared on MIC, Buzzfeed, NBC and CNN.
Broadway Singalong with Domita Sanchez. Local Drag entertainer sings Broadway hits, backed by a piano The Broadway Singalong is a LGBTQ+ classic. Historically, LGBTQ+ Broadway performers in NYC would meet at a local piano bar after the Sunday Matinee. Since there were no Sunday evening performances, the performers and the community could come together, sing, […]
Join us to talk about this dynamic protagonist, Liz Lighty, who has always believed she’s too black, too poor, too awkward to shine in her small, rich, prom-obsessed midwestern town. But it’s okay — Liz has a plan that will get her out of Campbell, Indiana, forever: attend the uber-elite Pennington College, play in their […]
Join us for an afternoon of vibrant entertainment and community spirit at the Capital City Pride Bingo Fundraiser, hosted by the one and only Blazing Saddle. Get ready for an exciting bingo experience filled with laughter, camaraderie, and fabulous prizes! You can expect a lively atmosphere celebrating pride and inclusivity featuring engaging bingo games with […]