Perform at Banff Pride 2025

Calling all queens, kings, musicians, poets, dancers, DJs, crafters, and creators!

Banff Pride is back October 3–13, 2025 and we want you to be part of it! From stage performances and immersive art to handcrafted goods at our signature Pride Market, we’re welcoming 2SLGBTQIA+ artists, makers, and allies to help us bring queer creativity to life in the heart of the Rockies.

What We’re Looking For

🌈 Drag & performance artists
🎶 Musicians, bands & DJs
💃 Dancers, burlesque & circus performers
🎤 Poets, comedians, storytellers
🖼 Visual & installation artists
🧵 Crafters, artisans & makers
🎧 VJs & projection artists

Pride Market: Apply as a Crafter or Artisan

The Banff Pride Market is a beloved celebration of queer creativity, featuring handmade goods, art, jewelry, zines, prints, fashion, self-care products, and more.

We're looking for:

  • 2SLGBTQIA+ artists, crafters, and makers

  • Allies with inclusive, community-focused goods

  • Vendors who align with Pride values and represent diverse lived experiences

🛍️ The market takes place on Saturday, October 12, 2025
🎟️ Vendor fees are low to keep access equitable.
✨ Tables, power, and Wi-Fi included.
❤️ Priority given to queer, trans, BIPOC, and disabled artists.

What You Can Expect

✔ Paid performance opportunities & low-cost vendor tables
✔ A supportive, affirming space
✔ Promotion on Banff Pride channels