March & Flag Raising
Join Banff Pride on October 3 for the Pride March & Flag Raising! Start the festival with unity, celebration, and bold visibility in the heart of the Rockies.
The Brunswick Four: Canada’s Stonewall
Two icons. One movement. A moment that changed everything. Join queer activists Lamar Van Dyke and Adrienne Rosen, members of the legendary Brunswick Four, for an unforgettable conversation on queer resistance, history, and what still needs to change.
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!
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.
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?
Royal-Tea
Sip, slay, and sparkle! Join The Virgo Queen and Aurora Matrix for a dazzling afternoon tea at the Fairmont Banff Springs.
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.
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.
Sarain Fox: Indigiqueer Stories on Screen & Stage
Join Banff Pride for a screening of Indigiqueer followed by a powerful talk with Anishinaabe activist and filmmaker Sarain Fox. Saturday, October 4 at Lux Cinema.
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.
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.
Pride Bingo
Get ready to yell BINGO! Join Banff Pride at High Rollers for drag-hosted Pride Bingo, prizes, pizza, and beer. Sunday, Oct 6. 18+ only.
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!
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, Saturday, October 11 at Lux Cinema. Free with registration.
Drag Brunch at Bluebird
Join us at Bluebird for Banff Pride’s Drag Brunch, where brunch meets bold, and queens rule the morning. Two seatings on Oct 12. Reserve now!