Pride Holdings Group (OTC: PHSE) announced plans to open The Corner Bar, a new LGBTQ+ bar and entertainment venue at 927 Race Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, the former site of The Birdcage. The venue is expected to open in October 2026 and will offer drag shows, special events, nightlife programming, and community-focused experiences. The opening represents the first organic development under the company’s strategy to grow its portfolio of LGBTQ+ hospitality and entertainment venues through both acquisitions and new construction.
The Corner Bar is expected to serve as a model for future company-developed concepts in additional markets, according to the announcement. Pride Holdings Group believes physical LGBTQ+ venues remain important for bringing communities together and providing spaces for entertainment, connection, celebration, and visibility. The company plans to leverage its operating experience and growing portfolio to develop venues that reflect the needs and character of their local communities.
“The Corner Bar represents the first of many organic openings by Pride Holdings Group,” said Tim Majors, CEO of Pride Holdings Group. “Our Chief Operating Officer, Joshua Cooper, has done a wonderful job getting this location ready for opening and demonstrating our commitment to creating thriving and inclusive LGBTQ+ spaces. After this opening, please watch this space for many more openings in a neighborhood close to you!”
The announcement, first reported via NEWMEDIAWIRE, signals a notable shift for the publicly traded holding company, which has primarily grown through acquisitions. By developing its own venues, Pride Holdings Group aims to create safe, inclusive, and economically sustainable community spaces while delivering long-term value to shareholders. The Cincinnati location will be the first test of whether the company’s operating model can be replicated organically in new markets.
Additional information regarding The Corner Bar’s official opening date, entertainment schedule, drag performances, special events, and opening celebrations is expected to be announced ahead of the October launch. The venue’s success could influence the pace and scale of Pride Holdings Group’s broader expansion plans, as the company seeks to establish a repeatable template for LGBTQ+ nightlife concepts across the United States.
