In a heartfelt statement shared with fans and supporters, All Out Music Festival confirmed that it will not be hosting concerts in Pittsburgh or Columbus this year. The team behind the queer-celebrating concert series, known for blending national talent with community-driven energy, cited economic challenges as the main reason for the pause.
“With the current economic climate, we wouldn’t be able to produce a show at the caliber and quality you’ve come to expect from us while still keeping tickets affordable,” the All Out team explained. “Rather than deliver anything less than that standard, we’ve made the decision to wait.”
All Out Music Festival, previously Pride on the Shore, had quickly become a highlight of Pride season in the Rust Belt queer music scene. From big-name headliners to grassroots vibes, All Out carved out something special, accessible, affirming, and loud in all the right ways.
But the organizers aren’t bowing out. They’re holding space. Holding out for the right moment to bring the event back with the full-scale energy and joy it deserves.
In the meantime, All Out is pointing folks toward other Pride events in the region including Pittsburgh Pride’s expansive calendar of events and Stonewall Columbus’s annual festival, both set to bring color, sound, and spirit this June.
Previously known as Pride on the Shore, All Out Music Festival quickly became a standout Pride-season event in Pittsburgh, blending major-label artists, queer icons, and local talent into a high-energy concert experience. The festival debuted in 2022 with Jessie J headlining, supported by artists like RAYE, VINCINT, and Mo Heart, and featured a high-profile after-party with Trixie Mattel. That year, organizers also partnered with Proud Haven to support LGBTQ+ youth, providing in-kind tickets and dedicating a portion of proceeds to local community work.
In 2023, the event expanded its national draw, bringing co-headliners Ava Max and Fletcher to the stage, alongside performers such as Betty Who, JORDY, and a drag lineup that included Aquaria, Aura Mayari, and Luxx Noir London. The festival continued its commitment to inclusion by opening submissions to local artists and offering accessible ticket options.
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By 2024, now rebranded as All Out Music Festival, the event returned with a headlining set from rising queer pop star Chappell Roan. Drawing thousands to Pittsburgh’s North Side, the show featured music, drag performances, and a visibly energized crowd, marking Roan’s first festival headliner slot. Her performance, complete with pink confetti, viral dance routines, and queer anthems, capped off a weekend that followed a record-breaking Pittsburgh Pride march.
In 2025, the festival continued to evolve, highlighting both local and international talent. Acts included Galantis, Dragonette, and Hayla, as well as drag performers from RuPaul’s Drag Race, local houses, and ballroom scenes. With stages hosted by Pittsburgh’s own drag royalty and a showcase from Miami’s House of Dion, All Out cemented itself as a regional hub for queer performance culture and musical celebration.