05/04/2026
Hey SoulFest fam! As we gear up for Soulstice in the Park - Hastings, NE , we wanted to share an important announcement about our community.
We are, and always have been, an inclusive space. We believe in authenticity, in integrity, and in keeping the community open and accessible to all.
This year, Hastings is undergoing a process of structuring their PRIDE board. As this process will take some time and the individuals who are reorganizing have their hands full, there was a difficult decision made to not have the usual PRIDE events in Hastings this year in 2026. The Hastings, NE PRIDE page has reassured everyone that they will be back next year!
We, as a unified board at SoulFest, did not want to see the PRIDE community or PRIDE events in Hastings be "without a home" this year in 2026. As such, we voted unanimously to offer space to Hastings PRIDE community to join us at Soulstice in the Park on June 20th at Chautauqua Park this year.
Any vendors who would have ordinarily found their home with PRIDE in June are being welcomed with open arms to join our community.
We are joyful and blessed to announce also that Brandi Bosier ( ) will be coordinating with us to provide sound equipment, some volunteers, and some entertainment at the end of the day once vendors clear out of the pavilion. More specifics will be coming as the day approaches!
We make this announcement in the spirit of transparency, as we have had some confusion whether we are the same PRIDE event as some others that are being organized in the area or near the same time. We are indeed so looking forward to seeing our communities blend and share the joy of the spirit of summer celebrations together! See you soon!