It’s Pride Month, so you know what that means!
Plenty of fabulous, heartwarming, and vibrant Pride events are happening in Victoria and we don’t want you to miss a single one of them.
That is why we have put together this ultimate list, so you can stay up to date and add things to your own calendars!
Without further delay, here are the Pride events happening in and around Victoria in June and July:
Saanich Pride in the Park
This year marks the second annual Pride in the Park celebration in Beckwith Park!
Everyone is welcome to enjoy an afternoon of family friendly activities and entertainment — including face painting, drag storytime, and more.
View their website for more information.
- Where: 857 Beckwith Avenue
- When: Wednesday, June 14th from 4:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Sunday Screenings at Vic Theatre
Throughout the month of June, the Vic Theatre has been screening beloved, retro queer-focused films.
Grab your pals and cozy up for the two remaining features:
Pride
This film is based on the true story of LGBTQ activists who raised funds for the 1984 UK miner’s strike!
Tickets are priced at $13.
- Where: 808 Douglas Street
- When: Sunday, June 18th at 7:30 p.m.
The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert
This film features two drag queens and a trans woman as they adventure across the Australian outback — touring in a bus named “Priscilla.”
Tickets are priced at $13.
- Where: 808 Douglas Street
- When: Sunday, June 25th at 7:30 p.m.
Pride Day in Sidney
Celebrate Pride in Sidney with music, face painting, giveaways and more. Take the opportunity to pose with their rainbow umbrella display and the rainbow sidewalk!
There will also be a fundraiser for the Saanich Peninsula Youth Health Clinic as well.
Come check it out and show your support for the 2SLGBTQ+ community!
- Where: Downtown Sidney
- When: Saturday, June 17th from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Pride Swim
On Saturday, June 24th the Oak Bay Swimming Pool is hosting a Pride swim!
After regular swimming hours, members of the LGBTQ2SIA+, allies, and friends are invited to join this inclusive and safe event.
This is an opportunity to make friends and celebrate our wonderful community!
- Where: 1975 Bee Street
- When: Saturday, June 24th from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Youth Pride Kick-Off
For 2SLGBTQ+ aged 15 to 21, it’s described as a Queer Masquerade party and will include music, dancing, and performances!
Head over to Odd Fellows Hall and make some friends and dance the night away.
Reserve your spot via Eventbrite — the tickets are free!
- Where: 1315 Douglas Street
- When: Thursday, June 29th from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Salon Q: A Pride Cabaret
Join Metro Studio Theatre and host, Gouda Gabor, for a cabaret featuring an all local line-up of queer voices!
General admission tickets are $27 and VIP are $100.
- Where: 1411 Quadra Street
- When: Friday, June 30th at 7:30 p.m.
Memorial Drag Ball Game
Described as a community favourite, the Memorial Drag Ball Game is the perfect way to unwind with plenty of entertainment, food, and drinks!
This special event traces its roots back to 1993 and began in honour of friends lost to HIV/AIDS.
Visit Victoria West Park to enjoy the fun and celebrate the community!
- Where: Victoria West Park
- When: Saturday, July 1st from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Queer Activism Night
Filled to the brim with motivational speakers, this event at the Bay Centre is meant to bring everyone together and open the floor to complex topics — including empowerment and political issues.
Dinner will be provided! Reserve your spot via Eventbrite.
- Where: 1150 Douglas Street
- When: Wednesday, July 5th from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m.
Big Gay Dog Walk
Grab your furry pals and head down to Dallas Road!
This highly-anticipated dog walk is back for another year of costume and trick contests and plenty of socializing.
Bring your easy-breezy-beautiful doggo and meet some new friends!
- Where: Clover Point, Dallas Road
- When: Thursday, July 6th from 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Pride In The Word
On Saturday, July 8th, you’re invited to enjoy the Victoria Pride Society for one of Canada’s largest pride literary events!
Get excited for readings from Tash McAdam, Adèle Barclay, and Tony Correia.
Tickets are $25 and can be purchased via Eventbrite.
- Where: Lecture Theatre, Victoria Conference Centre 720 Douglas Street
- When: Saturday, July 8th from 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. (doors open at 7:30 p.m.)
Pride Parade
This is the largest Pride event on the island!
Featuring over 100 different colourful entries and more than 40,000 spectators across the city, this parade is always guaranteed to blow your mind and fill your heart.
Grab your glitter, flags, suspenders, and whatever else you need to feel fantastic and we’ll see you there!
- Where: Starts at Douglas and Pandora
- When: Sunday, July 9th at 11 a.m.
Pride Festival in the Park
The parade after party is open to everyone and will feature plenty of performances, vendors, water stations, bike valet, kids and adult game zone and more!
It’s licensed as well, so you’ll be able to enjoy a drink or two while you check out what’s happening on the main stage.
Stay tuned to their website as more details are released! The suggested donation is $5. There will also be additional entry points added off Simcoe this year!
- Where: MacDonald Park, Niagara Street
- When: Sunday, July 9th from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. — begins after the parade!
Did we miss an event coming up? Let us know in the comments!
