Plan Edmonton Pride 2026 with our March guide: dates, parade route, venues, shops, sports, and community to join before June and August festivities.

Edmonton Pride 2026 Preview: March Guide

March 2026 Preview: Edmonton Pride Festival 2026 — Dates, Events & What to Expect

Edmonton

The Dive Bar is a bar in Edmonton. Located at 9692 Jasper Ave, Edmonton, AB T5H 3V5, Canada.

The Dive Bar

EVO Bar & Kitchen is a bar in Edmonton. Located at 11508 Jasper Ave, Edmonton, AB T5K 0M8, Canada.

EVO Bar & Kitchen

Hopping gay bar offering cocktails, bottle service, DJs & dancing, with regular drag shows & events.

Evolution Wonderlounge

The Grindstone Comedy Theatre & Bistro is a bar in Edmonton. Located at 10019 81 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6E 1W7, Canada.

The Grindstone Comedy Theatre & Bistro

Energetic, unfussy tavern featuring bar bites, drink specials & DJs, plus a rooftop patio.

The Black Dog Freehouse

The Starlite Room is a bar in Edmonton. Located at 10030 102 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 0V6, Canada.

The Starlite Room

HUSH Canada is a shop in Edmonton. Located at 9876 63 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6E 0G6, Canada.

HUSH Canada

The QUILTBAG is a shop in Edmonton. Located at 10516 Whyte Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6E 2A4, Canada.

The QUILTBAG

Hideout Distro is a shop in Edmonton. Located at 12407 108 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5M 4G6, Canada.

Hideout Distro

The Tickle Trunk is a shop in Edmonton. Located at 9923 Whyte Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6E 1Z1, Canada.

The Tickle Trunk

Mommys Toy Shop is a shop in Edmonton. Located at 10665 Jasper Ave Suite 1400, Edmonton, AB T6K 1V3, Canada.

Mommys Toy Shop

Adara Hair & Body Studio is a venue in Edmonton. Located at 9116 Whyte Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6C 0Z5, Canada.

Adara Hair & Body Studio

Steamworks Edmonton is a sauna and bathhouse in Edmonton. Located at 11745 Jasper Ave, Edmonton, AB T5K 0N3, Canada.

Steamworks Edmonton

Manual Labour Beer Co is a venue in Edmonton. Located at 280 Portage Close #510, Sherwood Park, AB T8H 2R6, Canada.

Manual Labour Beer Co

Chubby Fem Thrift is a shop in Edmonton. Located at 6924 68 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6B 3C5, Canada.

Chubby Fem Thrift

Prairie Fruit Arts is a shop in Edmonton. Located at 56311 Lily Lake Rd, Bon Accord, AB T0A 0K0, Canada.

Prairie Fruit Arts

Alphabet Soup Bookstore is a queer pop-up and online bookstore in Edmonton, Alberta (amiskwaciy-wâskahikan, Treaty 6 territory). They specialize in queer literature across categories including sapphic, achillean, bisexual, trans, genderqueer, intersex, asexual, and Two-Spirit stories. They also sell merch and host community events. Free shipping in Canada on orders over $150.

Alphabet Soup Bookstore

Edmonton's LGBTQ+ community is centered along Whyte Avenue and in the Old Strathcona neighborhood, with a growing queer scene in downtown. Popular venues include Evolution Wonderlounge, The Roost, and Buddy's. Edmonton Pride is a major celebration, and the city hosts various queer events and cultural festivals. Edmonton's northern location and university population create a unique queer community that values both academic and cultural engagement.

Edmonton’s Sunday drag show, since April 2014

The Sunday Revue

marsdawn

A weekly drag show in Edmonton called The Sunday Revue.

The Wîhkwêntôwin Book Club is scheduled for April 19, 2026, from 14:00 to 16:00 at EVO on 115, located at 11508 Jasper Avenue NW, Edmonton, Alberta. The event is free to attend and includes light refreshments. Participants are encouraged to share their thoughts on the book of the month. For updates and registration, visit the provided link.

EVO on Jasper

Wîhkwêntôwin Book Club

Enjoy $5 pints of EVO Lager plus $5 well hiballs and $5 happy shots!

Happy Hour

A social party event offering discounted drinks at Evolution Wonderlounge.

Live music courtesy of Freeze the Fall (freeze_the_fall_band) with support from GRATUITOUS (gratuitous_band).

11508 Jasper Ave

Freeze the Fall - Cold Fame Western Canada Tour

A drag show event called Doomsday Divas for adults featuring performances by Mars Dawn.

Main floor dancing with yoshihut. Comment for guest list to skip cover between 9 and 11.

UNDERGROUND

Queer Dance Party - Saturday

A queer dance party with main floor dancing and a guest list option to skip cover charge.

A social party offering discounted drinks at Evolution Wonderlounge.

Biweekly free pool on Mondays from 6-8 PM. Available with purchase. Ask server for access.

Free Pool Mondays

A weekly event offering free pool games on Mondays at a bar with purchase.

Join us for Monday Karaoke at EVO on 115, happening on April 20, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 11:30 PM. Enjoy singing your favorite songs in a lively atmosphere, complemented by Wing Night specials. The event is free to attend and hosted by Evolution Wonderlounge, located at 11508 Jasper Avenue NW, Edmonton, Alberta.

Monday Karaoke

Be sure to be here Monday to hear who wins the KARAOKE SUPERSTAR competition.

KARAOKE SUPERSTAR Finalists Announcement

A karaoke contest finale where top singers perform two songs for a cash prize and fun costumes are encouraged.

A breakfast gathering discussing the role of queer entrepreneurs in fostering an inclusive innovation economy.

QueerTech Events

Breakfast Event - Building an Inclusive Innovation Economy: Insights on Queer Entrepreneurship an...

A social event at a bar offering discounted drinks during happy hour.

Join a welcoming, social running or walking group for the #2SLGBTQ+ community in London.

Frontrunners London

Frontrunners #LdnOnt

Join a Latin dance event with beginner-friendly bachata lessons and social dancing in downtown Edmonton.

Beginner and Beyond Beginner Bachata Lessons followed by a Social Dance

An online workshop to enhance your elevator pitch skills with expert guidance.

How to Master Your Elevator Pitch with OTPP

Biweekly free pool on Wednesdays from 6-8 PM. Available with purchase. Ask server for access.

Free Pool Wednesdays

A weekly event offering free pool games with purchase at Evolution Wonderlounge on Wednesdays from 6 to 8 PM.

This meeting is open to gender-diverse, trans, 2-spirit, gender non-conforming, and non-binary individuals of all kinds and is run by trans people for trans people! We provide a secure building, an affirming environment, & snacks!

Whyte Ave & 104 St

Transgender + Gender Diverse Support & Social - Whyte Ave

A social and support gathering for gender-diverse, trans, 2-spirit, non-conforming, and non-binary individuals run by trans people.

Join us for an evening of playing board games, having some cold drinks, and making new connections! Whether you’re a seasoned strategist or a casual player just looking for a fun night out, there’s a seat at the table for you. We’ll have some games on hand, but feel free to bring your own favourite games to share!

Frank's Community Pub

Rollin' with Pride

Team Edmonton

A social evening of playing board games, enjoying drinks, and meeting new people.

A live show featuring NOBRO and supporting acts.

NOBRO w/ Special Guests

MOD-LIVE & RANGE Magazine

A musical event featuring the band NOBRO with additional special guest performers. The event is scheduled to start on April 23, 2026, at 20:00. Further details about the event, including the venue and ticket information, are not provided.

Gathering for peaceful protest, dancing, community, and hot chocolate.

Whyte Ave and Gateway Blvd (the glass bathrooms)

Pride Corner Winter Schedule

A community event with peaceful protest, dancing, and hot chocolate on Whyte Avenue.

Join us for Drag Bingo at Evo — a night of laughs, camp, and community. Every card you play helps the Imperial Sovereign Court of the Wild Rose support their charities! Ticket includes your cover for the night, and prizes include 2x Evo gift cards as well as other fun items! By registering, you’re helping build events where everyone can show up, feel welcome and have fun. Save your spot, bring your friends, and get ready to shout “Bingo!” in full drag spirit.

Drag Bingo at Evo

Vanity Fair

A drag-themed bingo night with entertainment, prizes, and community support.

Bingo event for wandalustyeg georgiiestreet and iscwr_yeg

Bingo

A community bingo night hosted by Evolution Wonderlounge for wandalustyeg, georgiiestreet, and iscwr_yeg.

A live music event featuring Kryple and NineLivez, scheduled for April 24, 2026, at The Starlite Room in Edmonton. The event starts at 20:00 and is for attendees aged 18 and over. Tickets are available for purchase online.

Kryple w/ NineLivez

The event features GUDFELLA performing at The Starlite Room in Edmonton on April 24, 2026, starting at 9:00 PM MDT. It is a dance/electronic music event for attendees aged 18 and over. Tickets are available through TicketWeb and Ticketmaster. The venue is located at 10030 – 102 Street, Edmonton, AB T5J 0V6.

GUDFELLA

YOU request the songs. YOU dedicate them to your special person. TWO pros play it, sing it… and occasionally roast you for your taste in music. The whole room starts singing. You’re on your feet. You’re dancing. You scream “Shania” and do a high kick!!! And suddenly the entire night becomes one giant, crowd-created playlist. It’s high-energy. It’s hilarious. It’s wildly interactive. And it all happens in an incredible venue with great service, delicious food, and dangerously good drinks.

Spotlight Cabaret

Dueling Pianos

A lively, interactive karaoke-style piano event where guests request and dedicate songs, sing along, dance, and enjoy food and drinks.

djotternonsense with misskittymusic

A party featuring tech house music at EVO Wonderlounge.

A techno music event featuring Miss Kitty and DJ Otter, with a focus on electronic dance music. Doors open at 10:30 PM and the event runs until 2:30 AM.

Electro Shock Vol.1

AB GSA Conference Resource Fair at the U of A from Fyrefly Institute

U of A

AB GSA Conference Resource Fair

fyrefly.institute

A community event featuring resources and information for LGBTQ+ students at the University of Alberta.

Summer Camp in the City Fundraiser at Evo from Beyond the Trees and ELEN

Summer Camp in the City Fundraiser

E.L.E.N.

A fundraising event with a silent auction, games, and food to support Alberta's inclusive outdoor youth camp.

An all-ages concert featuring Lucky Keith along with bands Dogowner, Bad Communicators, Petrichord, The Dillmans, and Messages. The event takes place on April 25, 2026, starting at 19:00 MDT at The Starlite Room, located at 10030 – 102 Street, Edmonton, AB T5J 0V6.

Lucky Keith w/ Dogowner, Bad Communicators, Petrichord, The Dillmans, & Messages

A night of live performances featuring Lucky Keith, Dog Duner, Bad Communicators, Petchford, Zillmans, and Messages.

The Starlite Room Live Music Event

Trans swims will start again this April & will be monthly (dates tbd) moving forward. For gender diverse folx of all varieties & their personal allies. $5-20 PWYC at the door. Address given after registration.

Address given after registration

Trans Inclusive Swim

PFLAG Edmonton Chapter

A monthly swimming event for gender diverse individuals and their allies.

A lively and interactive night of request-driven dueling piano performances with singing, dancing, and comedy.

DJ Diego, go-go dancers, and a wet underwear contest!

Snug Takes Over The Basement

A nightlife event with DJ music, go-go dancers, and a wet underwear contest at Evolution Wonderlounge.

mx.b.haven

A weekly drag show in Edmonton featuring performances by local drag artists.

The concert features Cattle Decapitation performing their '30 Years of Inhumanity' tour at The Starlite Room in Edmonton on April 26, 2026. Doors open at 6:00 PM MDT, with the event starting at 7:00 PM MDT. The event is part of a lineup including Brujeria, No Cure, and Knoll. Tickets are available through TicketWeb and Ticketmaster.

Cattle Decapitation: 30 Years of Inhumanity

Brujeria live concert with special guest. Part of the 30 Years of Invincibility celebration.

Brujeria - No Cure for Death

Special staff revue hosted by mx.b.haven to celebrate 12 years of Sunday drag.

12 Years of Sunday Drag Celebration

A drag show celebrating 12 years of Sunday drag performances.

In-person gatherings for parents and loved ones of queer and trans folk. Meetings are held around Whyte Avenue. Email or PM for location details or additional info.

Corner of 104 St and Whyte Avenue

Parents, Family & Loved Ones of Queer and Trans Folx Gathering

An in-person support gathering for parents and loved ones of queer and trans people.

Evolution: The Sunday Revue

A weekly drag show event happening at Evolution Wonderlounge.

An event featuring the band Temptress, scheduled to take place on April 28, 2026, starting at 19:00. The event is part of their Spring ’26 tour, with additional details available on their official website.

Temptress

ConcertWorks

Quarterly online presentations on what to expect and how to attend transgender support and socials. PM or email PFLAG Edmonton for invite!

Online

Introduction to Transgender Support & Socials - Online Presentation

An online presentation providing information about what to expect and how to attend transgender support and social events.

Tommie Rocket performing at Bourbon & Burlesque. Wear your sparkliest, bring your besties, let’s see you burlesque!

Bourbon & Burlesque

A drag show featuring burlesque performances and entertainment.

4 drag artists, 3 floors, 2 DJs, 1 great night

Halfway to Halloween

A drag show event seeking performers with Halloween-themed, high-energy acts for a party.

A drag show featuring burlesque performances and live entertainment.

tugs.drag

A community event offering free pool games every other Monday evening with a purchase.

A weekly event offering free pool games with purchase at Evolution Wonderlounge.

A social support gathering for gender-diverse, trans, 2-spirit, gender non-conforming, and non-binary people run by trans individuals.

A lively, interactive piano sing-along event where guests request and dedicate songs, sing along, dance, and enjoy a fun, energetic atmosphere.

Get ready for a night of fun, laughter, and breathtaking performances at the next Drag Bingo with performances from an extremely talented cast & exciting bingo games with amazing prizes! Your tickets will include one bingo ticket - additional tickets can be bought by donation! Bingo daubers will be provided.

Endeavour Brewing & Coffee Co.

Drag Bingo

onika.xtravaganza

A fun night of bingo games with drag performances and prizes.

Join us for a night of Old Hollywood glamour, drama and classic timeless beauty! Hosted by the wonderful Raeff Fontaine and Ephemerah, the show will feature a lineup of up and coming drag artists, each bringing their own drama to the stage. Expect powerful, dramatic and show stopping numbers. Come out, grab a drink and be a part of a night you won’t forget!

Kingsway Legion

Ballads & Bombshells: A Night of Old Hollywood Glamour

Raeff Fontaine and Ephemerah

A drag show celebrating Old Hollywood glamour, drama, and classic beauty with up-and-coming performers.

An evening of gothic, darkwave, EBM & industrial music with the devious sounds of Rave Cat on the decks. Expect high fashion, stunning makeup, glamourous people and sounds to die for. This is an inclusive event for all who seek the darkness of a welcoming community.

We Are The Night

A night of gothic, darkwave, EBM, and industrial music with a welcoming community and glamorous fashion.

An interactive live music event where the audience requests and dedicates songs to create a fun, energetic, and crowd-filled karaoke-style night.

tyeconic

A weekly drag show held every Sunday at Evolution Wonderlounge in Edmonton.

An evening social event for LGBTQ+ community members to connect and network.

Pride Centre of Edmonton

LGBTQ+ Community Mixer

A nostalgic driven showcase with performances inspired by the iconic Disney Channel movies and shows. Featuring talented drag artists performing to some of your favorite tunes.

High Note Bar & Grill

That's So Duke & Duchess

Imperial Sovereign Court of the Wild Rose

A drag show featuring performances inspired by Disney Channel movies and shows.

An evening of gothic, darkwave, EBM & industrial music

We Are The Night: Gothic Darkwave & Industrial Music Event

A networking event for professionals in Vancouver to connect and collaborate.

Q2 2026 - Connect Meetup Vancouver

Join us for an open house event at the Pride Centre of Edmonton to learn about our services and community programs.

Queer City Guides for Edmonton

March 2026 Preview: Edmonton Pride Festival 2026 — Dates, Events & What to Expect

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