find your pride in banff.
Banff Pride brings queer celebration, community, and connection to the Canadian Rockies.
we are banff pride
Come as you are.
We bring together bold celebration and thoughtful, values-led programming so Banff can be both a bucket-list destination and a place queer people can safely call home. From year-round queer events to our annual Pride festival, we work to make the Bow Valley a safer, more welcoming place to live, work, and visit.
it’s market season!
Come visit us at the Banff Farmers Market, every Wednesday from 10:00am till 6:00pm at Central Park.
featured event
Beers for queers
Join us at Banff Ave Brewery for our monthly social night, a relaxed, no-pressure space to grab a drink, meet new people, and reconnect with familiar faces in the Bow Valley.
JOIN US
FOR WHAT’S NEXT!
From monthly craft to drag and comedy nights, Pride OUTdoors hikes, markets, and our fall Pride festival, there is always something happening in Banff. Our events are designed for 2SLGBTQIA+ folks, allies, and curious visitors who want to experience queer life in the Bow Valley in a genuine, welcoming way.
our impact
13+
yearS
80+
partners
6500+
attendees
60+
volunteers
banff pride festival 2026
OCTOBER 2–12, 2026
join us for 10 days of 2SLGBTQIA+ community, culture, and connection in the heart of the Canadian Rockies.
Stay tuned! Full programming and ticket details coming summer 2026.
welcome to banff
Bringing locals, workers, and visitors together through meaningful community and connection.
Banff is more than a postcard-perfect mountain town, it’s a vibrant, inclusive destination where 2SLGBTQIA+ visitors can feel welcomed, safe, and celebrated. Whether you’re here for Banff Pride or just exploring solo, with friends, or chosen family, there’s something magical waiting for you in every direction.
Start planning your trip today!
Help us make the magic happen.
There are many ways to support Banff Pride! On the ground, behind the scenes, or from afar. Choose what fits your time, capacity, and resources.
Want to be part of something joyful, bold, and unforgettable? Join our volunteer crew and help bring queer celebration to life in the heart of the Rockies. From rainbow balloon wrangling to backstage heroics, we’ve got a role for everyone. Whether you’ve got a few hours or a few days, your time and energy help make Pride events possible.
