Vancouver

Vancouver's LGBTQ+ community is primarily located in the West End neighborhood, particularly along Davie Street. The city is known for its progressive values and stunning natural beauty. Vancouver Pride is a major summer celebration, and the West End features popular gay bars like PumpJack Pub, The Junction, and Celebrities Nightclub. The city's inclusive atmosphere and outdoor lifestyle make it a popular destination for queer individuals seeking both urban amenities and natural recreation.

Ease into Pride weekend with performances by sheisbliss_ and phaserssettostun and beats by djkristamac, fly guy and me.bellasie. Hosted by jerrilynnspears.

numberscabaret patio

Pride weekend kickoff at Numbers Cabaret patio

Join for a night of music, dancing, and entertainment at The Junction.

The Junction

FIERCE FRIDAYS

Get whisked away without leaving New West! We’re decking out The Metro Hall in full island fantasy — palm fronds, flamingos, raffia grass, inflatable parrots, and a thatched bar slinging cold beer, summer sips, and a trio of bold tropical cocktails crafted just for this party. Drink umbrellas? Absolutely. Juicy pineapples? You bet. S’mores bar? Free and flaming.

The Metro Hall, New West

Tropic Like It's Hot Party

Join us at El Camino's for a vibrant rock n' roll inspired drag brunch featuring electrifying performances by Vancouver's top drag artists, including Margaux Rita, Batty Banks, and Velvet Ryder. Enjoy a fun-filled atmosphere celebrating the hottest rock hits while indulging in delicious brunch offerings. Doors open at 10:45 AM, with the show starting at 11:30 AM. This event is all ages and promises an unforgettable experience!

El Camino's

Rock N' Roll Drag Brunch

Join us for games and tasty food at Reverie Kitchen this Saturday.

Reverie Kitchen, 3701 Hastings Street, Burnaby, BC

Dine & Dice

Join us for a night of Country Music Bingo and fabulous Drag performances at Townhall Maple Ridge! Enjoy singing along to your favorite country tunes while winning prizes and being entertained by the amazing Carrie Dawn. This unique event combines the excitement of bingo with the flair of drag shows, ensuring a fun-filled evening. Don't forget to bring donations for the Heart & Soul Dog & Cat Rescue Society!

Townhall Maple Ridge

Country Music Bingo & Drag Show

A night filled with Latin music, karaoke, and drag performances at The Junction.

CALIENTE SATURDAY NIGHT

Over 40 events are lighting up Vancouver from sunrise to sunrise. Events include drag brunch, Dyke March & Festival, block parties, boat parties, pool parties, goth nights, and queer raves. Highlights include HEATWAVE Pool Party, Vancouver Dyke March & Festival, Macho: Wet & Wild Boat Party, WE Party, Ricecake Remix, Babes on Babes, Bears in Space, Cum Together with Maya Jane Coles, Hercules & Love Affair, and Heidi Montag, FAG OUT, Gorg-O-Mish, or Kinky Kitty Night Rave.

Pride Saturday in Vancouver

Pride Safety 101: Plan Ahead, Buddy System, Emergency Contacts, Pack Light, Pack Right, Be Aware, Stay Hydrated & Take Breaks.

Vancouver Pride

A family-friendly drag brunch featuring performances by various artists.

Phillies Hall

Disney Spectacular

Join us for the Bacon & L'eggs All-Ages Drag Brunch at Howe Sound Taphouse & Kitchen in East Van. Enjoy a fabulous morning filled with delicious food and entertaining drag performances suitable for all ages. This month's theme is a Disney Spectacular, promising a unique brunch experience with a vibrant atmosphere. Don't miss out on this fun-filled event!

Howe Sound Taphouse & Kitchen

Bacon & L'eggs All-Ages Drag Brunch

Yoga can be simple and accessible for all. Join Farah Nazarali for a gentle, all-levels yoga class. Class will include relaxation, simple movements, gentle stretching, and no complicated or acrobatic poses! This class will also include a short breath meditation to help focus the mind, relax the body through diaphragmatic breathing, and generate loving-kindness for ourselves and all others. Please bring your own yoga mat if possible. A limited supply of mats will be available for use as well. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Please register link in bio

Surrey City Centre Library, Room 120

Sher Lotus - Gentle Yoga and Simple Breath Meditation

Get ready for a summer party with Ice Cream, Jockstraps, and fun in the sun! The HIMBO Jock Tea Dance features a Crop Top Catwalk, an Ice Cream Social, a dedicated dance floor, and a focus on jockstrap fashion. It's a community event welcoming all bodies and genders, with music by DJ Nothing Major playing house, disco, and pop anthems. The event runs from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM.

The Birdhouse

HIMBO Jock Tea Dance

Join us for an exciting evening featuring Making Movies and Rizo at the Rickshaw Theatre. This event is set for August 24th, 2025, starting at 7:30 PM. Enjoy a night of music and entertainment in a vibrant atmosphere. The event is open to those aged 19 and over. Tickets are available for CA$32.86.

Rickshaw Theatre

Making Movies and Rizo

Join us for an exciting evening at SWEET SUNDAE! on August 24, 2025, starting at 20:00. This event promises a delightful experience filled with sweet treats and fun activities. Don't miss out on the chance to indulge in delicious sundaes and enjoy a vibrant atmosphere with friends and family.

SWEET SUNDAE!

From the Vancouver Pride Parade to epic closing parties, the city’s going all out for the final day of pride. Kick things off with the Vancouver Pride Parade and Davie Village Festival, then keep the energy high with rooftop parties, day raves, sober celebrations, and late-night madness. Highlights include: March and celebrate at the Vancouver Pride Parade and Davie Village Festival, Party your way through Pride at the Park, Queers & Beers, and the Legendary Pride Kegger, Soak up the vibes at HI Pride Rooftop, Chicas Day-Party, and T-Dance, Connect and recharge at Untoxicated, Rx: Recovery Sunday, and Wreck Beach Recovery, End it with a bang at Babes on Babes, FUNHOUSE, and Gay Agenda’s Closing Party.

Pride Sunday in Vancouver

Fun House

Join us for trivia night with prizes and happy hour at The Junction.

IQ 2000 Trivia

QMUNITY Gathers event held at Gordon Neighbourhood House for seniors and older adults.

Gordon Neighbourhood House

QMUNITY Gathers: at Gordon Neighbourhood House - Seniors & Older Adults Program

Score an exclusive Thomas Müller poster. The first 20,000 fans through the gates at BC Place will take home this limited-edition print, presented by RecycleBC.

BC Place

Thomas Müller Poster Giveaway

Enjoy dinner and drag performances every Tuesday at Bonta Italian Ristorante.

Bonta Italian Ristorante

Dinner with Carlotta at BONTA

A fundraiser bingo event with a drag show at The Junction.

Bingo for Life

A weekly drag show featuring Miss Understood and guests at The Junction.

DRAG ME TO HELL

A queer improv comedy show featuring diverse talent every Wednesday at The Junction.

QUEER PROV

Join us for karaoke night with craft beer specials at Pumpjack Pub.

Pumpjack Pub

KARAOKE at Pumpjack

Join financial advisor Parisa Pajooh and strategist Karley Cunningham for an interactive discussion on how to provide safe and supportive services to 2SLGBTQI+ clients. This event will explore the barriers faced by these clients in financial systems and offer insights through real-world case studies. Attendees will gain new perspectives on inclusivity in financial practices, actionable insights from client stories, and tools for self-auditing their practices to better serve diverse communities.

Honeybrew Bar & Bistro

How Trusted Advisors Deliver Safe & Supportive Service to 2SLGBTQI+ Clients

An event featuring drag performances at Flyover in Vancouver.

Flyover Canada

Drag Takes Flight @ Flyover

Join us for The Queer Beaver - The New Lesbian Lounge at Howe Sound Taphouse & Kitchen in East Van. This event is a welcoming space for LGBTQ+ individuals, particularly women and non-binary folk, to connect, enjoy drinks, and celebrate their identities in a safe and inclusive environment. Come together to create lasting memories and enjoy a night filled with good vibes and community.

Howe Sound Taphouse

The Queer Beaver - The New Lesbian Lounge

This event celebrates the 2SLGBTQIA+ climbing community in Squamish. It includes a Friday evening 'Warm-Up' boulder jam and climbing expo at Ground Up Climbing, featuring local organizations, groups, and businesses. The main event on Saturday offers clinics, social climbing time, and community gathering at Stawamus Chief Provincial Park, followed by a sit-down dinner at the Brackendale Art Gallery. The event is for ages 18+ and includes free venue parking, workshop access, and meals.

Ground Up & GrandWall boulders

Project Pride Squamish

A night of performances by the Vancouver drag community at The Junction.

THE JUNCTION PRESENTS

Join us at El Santo for Ra’s 4th Drag-versary Brunch, a fabulous afternoon filled with fierce performances, delicious brunch, and celebratory chaos. This event features high-glam performances, mouthwatering eats, and custom cocktails, all hosted by the divine drag deity, RA. Special guests include Justin Abit from Call Me Mother Season 2 and Sis Gender, runner-up of Vancouver’s Next Drag Superstar 2025. Expect bold performances and a vibrant celebration of RA's four years in drag!

El Santo

Ra’s 4th Drag-versary Brunch

Duck Duck Moose is a Canadian satire inspired by Squid Game, featuring desperate contestants and twisted children's games. The show, improvised live at the Granville Island Improv Centre, invites a single audience member to participate in the games, where they must navigate a world of high stakes and moral dilemmas. With a cast of recognizable performers, the event promises a fast-paced, funny, and darkly comedic experience that critiques power and greed. The show lasts 60 minutes and is rated PG for stylized comic violence and audience participation.

The Improv Centre

Duck Duck Moose

Join us for FANDOM: Superheroes vs. Villains, an exciting drag showdown where good battles evil! Featuring performances by talented drag artists and a cosplay contest with a chance to win $100. The event will take place at The Birdhouse in Vancouver, BC, on September 5, 2025, from 6 PM to 9 PM PDT. Don't miss out on this vibrant celebration of creativity and community!

Fandom - Super Heroes Vs. Villains

JCC Aceman Lounge

Summer Mahj Cookout

Join us for the first week of the Drag Derby, a thrilling 4-week drag competition hosted by The Birdhouse, where contestants will compete to be crowned the town’s next drag phenomenon. This exciting event features performance-based challenges and audience voting, with a grand prize of $2000, drag bookings, and more. The event will take place on September 7, 2025, starting at 7:00 PM. Don't miss the chance to witness incredible talent and support your favorite performers!

Drag Derby

Join us for Salt Spring Island Pride, a week-long celebration of the queer community from September 7th to September 14th, 2025. This year's events will include a parade, performances by local artists such as Burlesque performer Kiki Von Kink and Drag King Sylvester Stalletto, and a community day filled with workshops and opportunities for connection. The festivities aim to foster community spirit and inclusivity, transitioning to a governance model to enhance participation and engagement throughout the year.

Salt Spring Island Pride

An exciting Drag Jazz Cabaret featuring Joshua Holloway as 'Celeste'.

The Nanaimo Bar

The Drag Jazz Cabaret

Join us for more board games and video games this September.

1042 Davie St, Vancouver, BC

[19+] Gaymers @ Numbers Cabaret

Join us for a night of outrageous fun at 'Grey’s Anatomy: The Unauthorized Drag Musical Parody' on September 14, 2025. This one-night-only event features the legendary Eastside Sisters and a cast of iconic drag performers. Expect a hilarious and risqué take on the beloved medical drama, complete with outrageous skits, musical numbers, and plenty of adult humor. Doors open at 6:30 PM, with the show starting at 8:00 PM. This event is for ages 19 and over, so come ready for a wild night!

Grey’s Anatomy: The Unauthorized Drag Musical Parody

The 'Caps battle Forge FC in the TELUS #CanChamp semifinal leg 2 match.

Vancouver Whitecaps FC vs Forge FC - TELUS Canadian Championship Semifinal Leg 2

Join for a fun Drag Queen Bingo event at The Fraser Valley Cider Company.

The Fraser Valley Cider company

Drag Bingo at The Cidery

Girls, gays, and theys—this night is all about celebrating good company and keeping it real. DJs me.bellasie and djkristamac are coming over from Vancouver to take your requests and keep you dancing all night long.

The Terminal Bar Nanaimo

Prism Queer Party

Join the Tantalus Drag Collective for an exciting evening of drag performances at the Brackendale Art Gallery. Experience a night filled with surprises, sass, and seduction as a diverse lineup of performers takes the main stage. This event is designed for those aged 19 and over, promising an unforgettable night of entertainment, drinks, and community celebration.

Brackendale Art Gallery

Drag at the BAG

A trans-led, grassroots gathering for trans and allied lawyers, organizers, and frontline advocates working at the intersections of law, care, and community defense. The conference will include workshops led by trans legal experts, organizers, and community members, skills-building for lawyers, legal workers, and law students, community care spaces, art, and opportunities to rest and connect, and action-oriented conversations about dismantling legal violence, protecting trans lives, rooted in abolition. It will have an accessibility-first approach to space, needs, and participation.

Vancouver, BC

Lawyers Against Transphobia National Conference

The Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF) is an annual event showcasing exceptional cinema from around the globe. The 2025 festival will take place from October 2 to October 12, featuring a diverse roster of films, talks, conferences, live performances, and unique events that celebrate film and film culture.

VIFF Centre

Vancouver International Film Festival

Enjoy a night of live music featuring local bands at The Junction Pub.

The Junction Pub

Live Music Night

The Loud and Proud Celebration is a vibrant event organized by the Salmon Arm Pride Project, taking place from October 17 to 19, 2025. This celebration aims to foster community and inclusivity, showcasing a variety of activities and performances that highlight LGBTQ2S+ culture and arts. The specific lineup for 2025 will be announced later, promising an exciting experience for attendees.

Loud and Proud Celebration

Join us for a fun trivia night with prizes and drink specials.

Trivia Night

Join us for the third annual WERK IT at The Wallace, an exciting evening of world-class drag performances in support of 2SLGBTQIA+ charities including QMUNITY, Rainbow Refugee, and North Shore Pride Alliance. This 19+ event will feature legendary local drag artists, a curated silent auction, and a vibrant community atmosphere. Your participation is crucial in supporting the Queer and Trans community during these challenging times. The event will take place on the unceded ancestral territory of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh, and səlilwətaɬ Nations, highlighting the connection between 2SLGBTQIA+ and Indigenous liberation.

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