How to Celebrate Pride in 2024

Celebrating Pride is something we can do year-round, though the month of June brings us all together to collectively advocate for and support the LGBTQAI2S+ community. Build connections, be seen, and wave the flag of support and love as communities across British Columbia celebrate with Pride. Here are a few events to add to your calendar this year.

METRO VANCOUVER AND COAST

Sunshine Coast Pride Month (June 1-29, 2024)
The Sunshine Coast is hosting a roster of fun pride events for all ages in Gibsons, Roberts Creek, and Sechelt. Participate in an array of activities, including a visual art exhibition, a dance at Roberts Creek Hall, and a Pride golf tournament at the Blue Ocean Golf Course in Sechelt.

Surrey PRIDE Festival (May 27– June 24, 2024)
This year, Surrey’s Pride calendar includes So YOU Think YOU Can Drag, an event that will see six community leaders show off their drag alter egos to raise money for their respective charities of choice. The marquis event, Surrey Pride, takes place on June 22 at Civic Plaza, Surrey, where attendees can dance the night away.

Maple Ridge’s Pride Picnic in the Park With PLEA (June 8, 2024)
This free family-friendly outdoor event, hosted by PLEA, takes place in Memorial Peace Park and features a fun afternoon of BBQ, face painting, games, and live entertainment. The annual event, which is funded entirely by donations to PLEA, has been going strong since 2016.

Burnaby Pride (July 20, 2024)
Burnaby Civic Square is home to the city’s annual Burnaby Pride celebrations, with live music, drag, comedy, educational booths and activities for all ages, with a focus on local partnerships, support, and participation.

Pride in Poco (July 21, 2024)
On July 21, Port Coquitlam’s City Hall will light up in rainbow colours in support of LGBT2SQ+ communities. Pride in Poco, which is a collaboration between the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Roundtable and local youth, will feature live music, crafts, food and community displays.

White Rock Pride Family Day (July 19-26, 2024)
White Rock’s Pride Week begins the raising of the Pride flag at City Hall and ends with a Love is Love Gala/Fundraiser. In between, opportunities to celebrate include the Pride Ride, Pride Family Day’s family-friendly street festival, and the Pride Mingler, a night of music and refreshments.

New West Pride Week and Street Festival (August 8-18, 2024)
New West Pride hosts a week of pride-filled activities, culminating in a big street festival on August 17 along Columbia Street. Attendees can enjoy live performances across three performance stages, as well as a children’s area, food trucks, and beer gardens.

Delta Pride Picnic (August 17, 2024)
Ladner Memorial Park will be abuzz with live entertainment, food trucks, and community excitement during the annual Delta Pride Picnic. The Delta Pride Society also hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including bingo, parties, and shows.

Squamish Pride Events (Throughout the year)
The Squamish Pride Society hosts events throughout the year, including regular social gatherings for adults (Cheers, Queers!) and as well as Socials for all ages.

VANCOUVER ISLAND

Nanaimo Pride (June 2-28, 2024)
The Nanaimo Pride calendar of events includes a flag-raising ceremony at City Hall and a Pride Parade that winds its way around the city for the first time in four years! The parade ends at Maffeo Sutton Park, location of the Pride Festival with its live entertainment, diverse vendors, and food trucks galore.

Campbell River Pride (June 22, 2024)
The North Island Pride Society is hosting a vibrant event in Campbell River that celebrates diversity and inclusion. Don’t miss Pride at the Tide, an interactive drag show at the Tidemark Theatre.

Comox Valley Pride (August 24, 2024)
The Comox valley Pride Society celebrates with Pride Parade in Courtenay, followed by Pride in the Park on August 24, 2024.

NORTHERN BC

Dawson Creek Pride Walk (June 11, 2024)
2024 marks the community’s second annual Pride Walk, though the Dawson Creek Pride Society has been representing the local LGBTQAI2S+ community since 2002.

Quesnel Pride Walk and After Party (June 15, 2024)
The year’s parade will begin at city hall at end at LeBourdais Park  where people can enjoy vendors and a kid’s zone.  In the evening, there will be an adult after party with a drag/burlesque show by The Foxxie Follies and music by DJ Scottie. The Quesnel Pride Society has been hosting Pride events since 2014.

Prince George Pride (July 13, 2024)
PG Pride 2024 brings the community together with a parade, drag, local vendors, and more. Follow the PG Pride Society Facebook page for more details on upcoming pride events.

Pride Dance in Fort St. John (June 1, 2024)
The North Peace Pride Society will host the Blue Butterfly Pride Dance! Embrace the spirit of metamorphosis as we celebrate the transformations within our community.

For more information about Pride celebrations in other communities around BC, here’s an extensive list.