Gay Softball World Series
About This Event
The Gay Softball World Series is the championship of International Pride Softball, formerly known as NAGAAA. It's a week-long tournament where teams from LGBTQ+ softball leagues in the US and Canada compete in divisions based on skill level. Each year, a different city hosts the event, and at night, the local bars are packed with players.
It typically takes place in late August or early September. In 2026, Columbus, Ohio hosted the tournament from August 30 to September 5 at the Berliner Sports Complex - its fourth time as host. Over 230 teams and around 5,000 athletes were expected to participate, according to sports-tourism coverage.
The 50th series is set for San Francisco in 2027, where the tournament originated in 1977. The San Francisco Gay Softball League will be the local host. As of now, the 2027 dates haven't been announced.
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Host Hotels
The 2026 Columbus GSWS is excited to return to the Columbus Hilton Downtown and Sonesta Columbus Downtown. These hotels offer over 800 rooms below market rate and are within 15-20 minutes of the airport, fields, event spaces, restaurants, bars, and nightlife.
Accessibility
The GSWS 2026 Host Committee is committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive experience for all participants, including ADA-compliant facilities, accessible transportation options, and on-site assistance.
Community Resources
Support, connection, and resources are available, including affirming healthcare, mental health support, recovery resources, veteran services, and LGBTQ+ community organizations throughout Central Ohio.
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