It’s October 3rd!
Oct
3
to Oct 4

It’s October 3rd!

Celebrate Mean Girls Day - Banff Pride style! Join us October 3 at Melissa’s MisSteak for an all-out, pink-powered dance party. Headlined by the Powder Puff Girls featuring Aurora Matrix, Perla, and Van Goth!

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Reading with Royalty
Oct
4

Reading with Royalty

Join us for Reading Royalty, Banff Pride’s magical drag storytime at the library! Songs, stories, crafts, and snacks for the whole family. Saturday, October 4, 9:30 AM.

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Mountaintop Pride
Oct
4

Mountaintop Pride

Pride with a view! Celebrate Banff Pride at the summit of Sulphur Mountain on October 4. Live music, a queer market, and epic views. What more could you want?

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Royal-Tea
Oct
4

Royal-Tea

Sip, slay, and sparkle! Join The Virgo Queen and Aurora Matrix for a dazzling afternoon tea at the Fairmont Banff Springs.

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Crafted with Pride
Oct
4

Crafted with Pride

Take a free tour of Banff’s only distillery during Banff Pride! Learn how craft spirits are made and upgrade with a tasting or gin blending. Oct 4 at PARK Distillery.

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 Queer Voyage
Oct
4

Queer Voyage

Set sail with Pride! Join Banff Pride on Lake Minnewanka for Queer Voyage, a sunset beer cruise with drag, comedy, and unbeatable views.

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Chalet 54
Oct
4
to Oct 5

Chalet 54

Dance, strut, and sparkle at Chalet 54, a Studio 54 inspired dance party with a Banff twist. Perla from Canada’s Drag Race Season 5 headlines Banff Pride’s signature disco party, Chalet 54. Join us Oct 4 at Club 33 for ballroom beats and alpine glam.

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Drag Brunch
Oct
5

Drag Brunch

Drag + brunch = iconic. Join Banff Pride and The Virgo Queen, winner of Canada’s Drag Race Season 5 at the Moxy on Oct 6 for fierce performances, fabulous food, and cocktails that keep the party flowing.

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Gender Free Haircut Club
Oct
6

Gender Free Haircut Club

Get a haircut that reflects who you are. The Gender Free Haircut Club at BEATNIK Salon offers free, affirming cuts for local 2SLGBTQIA+ folks in a safe and welcoming space. Appointments open now!

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Pride Ride
Oct
7

Pride Ride

Join us for a scenic, e-Bike adventure through Banff! Ride, connect, and celebrate community on this guided 11 km loop.

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Banff Punk Night
Oct
7
to Oct 8

Banff Punk Night

Banff’s monthly Punk Night is getting Queer in October! Oct 7th lands right in the middle of Banff's annual Pride celebration. We’ve

dedicated our line up some of Western Canada's loudest LGBTQ acts and allies.

@glittergluemusic and @the.petty.larceneers from Calgary, @drivewaylegends from Saskatoon and Banff locals @banffmetal come together for a night of high-energy rocking in the middle of the Rocky Mountains to celebrate diversity and expression!

See you in the (pride) pit!

Glitter Glue (Calgary)
Driveway Legends (Saskatoon)
The Petty Larceneers (Calgary)
Human Stain (Banff)

Bands at 9 / No Cover / 18+

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Flow with Pride
Oct
9

Flow with Pride

Stretch, breathe, and Flow with Pride. Join this inclusive, all-levels yoga class during Banff Pride for a moment of connection and calm. Free by donation.

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Pints & Politics
Oct
9

Pints & Politics

Democracy meets community over a drink! Meet Banff’s municipal candidates, ask questions, and connect with others at Pints & Politics, an open, drop-in mixer during Banff Pride.

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Rocky Horror Picture Show
Oct
9

Rocky Horror Picture Show

Let's do the time warp again! That's right, full participation Rocky Horror Picture Show! is happening during Banff Pride Week at the Lux Cinema Banff 🍚📰🍞 Tickets include your participation kit and all ticket sales (generously) go to Banff Pride. Dress in your RHPS best to win prizes. Stop shivering with anticipation and get yer tickets at luxbanff.com 👠

100 mins | Rated R | Comedy

Directed by Jim Sharman | Starring Dyaln O'Brien, Meat Loaf, Barry Bostwick, Susan Sarandon, Tim Curry

Fasten your garter belt and come up to the lab and see what's on the slab! It's The Rocky Horror Picture Show Special Edition, a screamingly funny, sinfully twisted salute to sci-fi, horror, B-movies and rock music, all rolled into one deliciously decadent morsel. The madcap, musical mayhem begins when rain-soaked Brad and Janet take refuge in the castle of Dr. Frank-N-Furter, a transvestite mad scientist from outer space who is about to unveil his greatest creation - and have a bit of fun with his reluctant guests! Join Tim Curry, Barry Bostwick, Susan Sarandon and rock star Meat Loaf in the most popular cult classic of all time.​

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Pride vs. Prejudice: A Film Screening & Conversation
Oct
11

Pride vs. Prejudice: A Film Screening & Conversation

A documentary that changed the conversation and a story that changed Canada. Join us for Pride vs. Prejudice, the powerful film about Delwin Vriend’s landmark Supreme Court case, followed by a conversation with Senator Kristopher Wells and MLA Janis Irwin, Saturday, October 11 at Lux Cinema. Free with registration.

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The Miss Ellen Q Show
Oct
11
to Oct 12

The Miss Ellen Q Show

Miss Ellen Q returns to Banff for a brand-new show featuring Vivian Vanderpuss, Misty Meadows & Visa De Klein! Oct 11 at Melissa’s Missteak. Sass, sparkle, and surprises await.

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Amateur Strip
Oct
12
to Oct 13

Amateur Strip

Dare to bare (just a little) at Amateur Strip, Banff Pride’s wildest, sassiest, body-positive stage show. No experience needed. All bodies welcome. Prizes, performers, and queer chaos await!

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