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🧗 QueerClimbs Weekend Bouldering Meetup

Hang out and climb with us at a weekend outdoor bouldering meetup at Polly's Cove at noon! This event is open to all 2SLGBTIA people, we'd love to see you there! Please bring gear you'd need for a fun outdoor climb (shoes, chalk, water, snacks, layers and a pad if you have one), all skill levels are welcome but some prior experience is recommended.

Location: Polly's Cove Parking lot

1:30 p.m.

Fairy Tales: A QuoirChoir Production

Step into a world where queer magic takes center stage. Fairy Tales is a playful, heartfelt blend of stories and songs that celebrate the wonder and tenderness of our community. Expect whimsy. Expect sparkle. Expect the kind of queer joy that feels like opening a storybook and finding yourself on every page.

Tickets: $15 to $50.

Location: Alderney Landing Theatre, 2 Ochterloney Street, Dartmouth

8:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

333 – The Toronto Bathhouse Raids

A new Canadian play by Jay Whitehead, Directed by GarryWilliams, in partnership with DaPoPo Theatre. Read Wayves article about this play.

333 – The Toronto Bathhouse Raids is a gripping theatrical work that brings to life the events of February 5, 1981, when one of the largest mass arrests in Canadian history sparked a national reckoning. 333 captures the fear, defiance, and resilience of a community pushed to the brink—and the uprising that helped ignite Canada’s modern 2SLGBTQIA+ rights movement. Bold, urgent, and deeply human, it asks what it means to be seen, to be targeted, and to fight back. Please note, this production contains mature themes, staged violence, and full frontal nudity.

Tickets: Starting at $25.

Location: BusStopTheatre, 2203 Gottingen Street

8:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

333 – The Toronto Bathhouse Raids

A new Canadian play by Jay Whitehead, Directed by GarryWilliams, in partnership with DaPoPo Theatre. Read Wayves article about this play.

333 – The Toronto Bathhouse Raids is a gripping theatrical work that brings to life the events of February 5, 1981, when one of the largest mass arrests in Canadian history sparked a national reckoning. 333 captures the fear, defiance, and resilience of a community pushed to the brink—and the uprising that helped ignite Canada’s modern 2SLGBTQIA+ rights movement. Bold, urgent, and deeply human, it asks what it means to be seen, to be targeted, and to fight back. Please note, this production contains mature themes, staged violence, and full frontal nudity.

Tickets: Starting at $25.

Location: BusStopTheatre, 2203 Gottingen Street

4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Club Queirdo: Robot Pride Parade by Cole Harbour Public Library

Dress a cue or dash robot up in its best rainbow finery and join the Robot Pride Parade!

Club Queirdo is Cole Harbour’s Interschool GSA, so it is the perfect way to meet other queer teens (although allies are also very welcome)!

Join us the first Thursday of each month for a different activity.

Cole Harbour Public Library, no registration, entirely free, open to students in grades 5-12

Info online.

9:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.

Early Bear Party

Part of BearBall XL.

Whether you’ve just arrived in town or you’re a woofy and welcoming local, come meet all the early arrivals at Stardust Bar! Think flirty glances, fuzzy hugs, and the kind of growls that aren’t just from your stomach. Dress code: cute and casual.

NOTE: This event is open to all – no ticket or pass necessary and no cover charge.

Location: StardustBar, 1688 Barrington Street

11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Harbour Ferry excursion to Dartmouth

Part of BearBall XL.

We’re trading sidewalks for sea legs as we catch the cutest little harbour ferry across the water to Dartmouth — a.k.a. the side with actual views of Halifax (no shade, but… all the shade). We’ll float past the skyline, wave at tugboats like we’re in a parade, and wander around downtown Dartmouth in search of snacks, brews, and a patio perfect for bear-spotting 🐻👀

We’ll sip and socialize, then catch the 2PM ferry back to Halifax.

NOTE: We will meet in the hotel lobby and leave by 11:35AM (on the dot) to catch the 11:45AM ferry.

Location: The Hollis Hotel, 1649 Hollis Street

2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Lobby Meat & Greet

Part of BearBall XL.

Fill the hole in your schedule by meeting new folks at the lobby bar.

Location: The Hollis Hotel, 1649 Hollis Street

3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Bear Happy Hour

Part of BearBall XL.

Join your fellow bears, cubs, otters, and admirers at Stardust Bar, a combination bar & restaurant — because life’s too short not to sip cocktails with new friends who might scratch your back later.

Location: StardustBar, 1688 Barrington Street

3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Betwixt & BeTWEEN?: Rainbow Wish Bracelets by Cole Harbour Public Library

Tomorrow is Tirgan, the Persian Festival of Rain. Tying a rainbow bracelet on your wrist while making a wish is a Tirgan tradition. The bracelet must be worn for 10 days to seal the wish. Join us to make your own rainbow wish bracelet. Plus, it’s perfect for Pride Month too!

Going into grades 5-8 in September? Betwixt & BeTWEEN? is like Teen Night, but just for you! Join us every Friday afternoon for a new activity, snacks, and friends.

Cole Harbour Public Library, no registration, entirely free, open to students going into grades 5-8

Info online.

5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Thirst Trap Lagoon

Part of BearBall XL.

Slip into something comfier and join us at Thirst Trap Lagoon, the hotel’s indoor pool. Whether you’re floating on a giant inflatable donut or holding court from the hot tub, there’s no agenda — just good vibes and sexy dudes.

Location: The Hollis Hotel, 1649 Hollis Street

7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Brandon Dean's Bear Hypnotism Show

Part of BearBall XL.

Come one, come all to a hilariously wild show: Brandon Dean, the Bear Hypnotist! With nothing but a swinging watch and a twinkle in his eye, Brandon has bears waltzing, sleeping, and revealing their most scandalous snack secrets (turns out, it’s always honey). It’s weird, wonderful, and just the right amount of ridiculous! Audience members will have the opportunity to participate.

Location: The Hollis Hotel, 1649 Hollis Street

7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Bear Island Party

Part of BearBall XL.

Aloha, boys! Pack your coconuts and fluff your floral — we’re setting sail for Bear Island, the most tropical freaky tiki this side of Canada. It’s flower power meets body positivity, with a dash of sun, sweat, and sweet, sweet sass. Dress code: floral shirts & island wear.

Location: RumoursHFX, 1668 Lower Water Street

8:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

333 – The Toronto Bathhouse Raids

A new Canadian play by Jay Whitehead, Directed by GarryWilliams, in partnership with DaPoPo Theatre. Read Wayves article about this play.

333 – The Toronto Bathhouse Raids is a gripping theatrical work that brings to life the events of February 5, 1981, when one of the largest mass arrests in Canadian history sparked a national reckoning. 333 captures the fear, defiance, and resilience of a community pushed to the brink—and the uprising that helped ignite Canada’s modern 2SLGBTQIA+ rights movement. Bold, urgent, and deeply human, it asks what it means to be seen, to be targeted, and to fight back. Please note, this production contains mature themes, staged violence, and full frontal nudity.

Tickets: Starting at $25.

Location: BusStopTheatre, 2203 Gottingen Street

11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Bear Games

Part of BearBall XL.

Join a fun, laid back crew for board games and video games – in the banquet hall.

Location: The Hollis Hotel, 1649 Hollis Street

11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Guided Waterfront Walking Tour

Part of BearBall XL.

Join us for a relaxed stroll along the stunning Halifax Waterfront. We’ll kick things off at the Old Triangle Alehouse with a cold pint to set the mood, then wander our way toward the waterfront’s shops and cafés — stopping by the stunning Queen’s Marque, grabbing a bite (lobster rolls, anyone?) at the Cable Wharf food court, and taking in the salty breeze along the historic piers. We’ll share a laugh with the Drunken Lampposts (we relate), before looping inland for a royal wave past the Government House, and finishing our walk at Stillwell for the next activity.

Location: Old Triangle, 5136 Prince Street

2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Beers & Bears

Part of BearBall XL.

Ready your taste buds and fluff your beards — it’s time for Beers n’ Bears at Stillwell, Halifax’s swanky-yet-snuggly gastropub on Barrington Street. Whether you’re a seasoned hophead, a curious cider sipper, or just here for the vibes and eye candy (valid), this low-key hang is your chance to mix, mingle, and sample something delicious — on tap or otherwise.

Location: Stillwell, 1672 Barrington Street

4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Lobby Meat & Greet

Part of BearBall XL.

Fill the hole in your schedule by meeting new folks at the lobby bar.

Location: The Hollis Hotel, 1649 Hollis Street

6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Wet Fur Pool Party

Part of BearBall XL.

Slide into your sexiest skivvies and join us at the Wet Fur Pool Party at the hotel’s heated indoor pool. The hot tub is bubbling, the tunes are bumpin’, and the vibes are cheekier than a cub caught stealing snacks. Whether you’re floating like a majestic sea otter or showing off your best splash dance moves, this furry affair is sure to be among the most memorable parts of the evening.

Location: The Hollis Hotel, 1649 Hollis Street

8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

VIB-only Private Reception

Part of BearBall XL.

Sashay on in to our VIB (Very Important Bear) Private Reception, held in the stylish hotel restaurant — a cozy den of cocktails, conversation, and low-key glamour. This exclusive gathering is your chance to rub shoulders (and maybe a little more) with fellow VIPs, meet the weekend’s organizers, and ease into the festivities with good company all around. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres will be served, and there may be a surprise in store…

Location: The Hollis Hotel, 1649 Hollis Street

8:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

333 – The Toronto Bathhouse Raids

A new Canadian play by Jay Whitehead, Directed by GarryWilliams, in partnership with DaPoPo Theatre. Read Wayves article about this play.

333 – The Toronto Bathhouse Raids is a gripping theatrical work that brings to life the events of February 5, 1981, when one of the largest mass arrests in Canadian history sparked a national reckoning. 333 captures the fear, defiance, and resilience of a community pushed to the brink—and the uprising that helped ignite Canada’s modern 2SLGBTQIA+ rights movement. Bold, urgent, and deeply human, it asks what it means to be seen, to be targeted, and to fight back. Please note, this production contains mature themes, staged violence, and full frontal nudity.

Tickets: Starting at $25.

Location: BusStopTheatre, 2203 Gottingen Street

9:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.

Bear Ball XL Main Event

Part of BearBall XL.

Unleash your inner beast and own the night at Bear Ball XL — the ultimate dance party where fur flies, beats drop, and the energy is as electric as your best moves. The one and only DJ JoshuaReid will be serving up a fierce mix of bangers, classics, and everything in between to keep you moving till the stars blink. Whether you’re grinding close, throwing down your signature bear stomp, or just shaking what your mama gave you, this is the place to bring your wildest energy.

Dress code: gay bar, leather, and kink apparel.

Location: The Hollis Hotel, 1649 Hollis Street

9:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.

Pup Playroom

Part of BearBall XL.

Welcome to The Pound — our private pup playroom — where tails wag freely and the vibes are playful mischief. Whether you’re a seasoned pupper or just curious about the scene, this intimate space is your safe haven to explore, connect, and let your inner pup run wild (leashes optional, fun mandatory).

The pup playroom will be hosted by Pup Gumby.

Location: The Hollis Hotel, 1649 Hollis Street

10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Drag Brunch

Part of BearBall XL.

Wake up, glam up, and get ready to roar, because it’s time for Bears Drag Brunch — the fiercest, most fabulous meal of your weekend, served hot and messy at Stardust Bar! Your ticket includes a mouthwatering brunch plate, plus a full serving of camp, curves, and chaos dished out by a lineup of queens who don’t just slay — they maul. Expect bold looks, belly laughs, surprise splits, and enough sass to season your scrambled eggs.

Note: Everyone will have a seat. However, seating is first-come, first-serve and there are a variety of table locations. Those wishing to be right up front near the stage should plan to arrive early. Doors open at 10AM and the show begins at 11AM.

Location: StardustBar, 1688 Barrington Street

2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Bear Axe-Throwing Excursion

Part of BearBall XL.

Whether you’re a seasoned lumberjack or a total first-timer, this is your chance to let loose with your fellow furballs in the most delightfully chaotic way possible. HaliMac isn’t just axes — it’s got local craft beer, tasty snacks to fuel your inner warrior, and enough action to make you yell: “And my axe!” in full fantasy flair.

NOTE: Closed-toed shoes are required for this excursion or you will not be allowed into the axe-throwing room (venue policy).

Location: HaliMac, 1920 Brunswick Street

5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Bear Disco Party

Part of BearBall XL.

The weekend’s been legendary — but we’re not done yet, honey. Close it out in glittering, growling style with Bear Disco at Rumours Cabaret, where the beats are bold, the lights are low, and the dancefloor is calling your name (in falsetto).

Location: RumoursHFX, 1668 Lower Water Street

6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Movie & Discussion: Parade – Queer Acts of Love & Resistance : Presented by Halifax Central Library and Creative Community Impact Association

Kick off Pride with Cinema & Changemakers in Paul O’Regan Hall at Halifax Central Library, an evening of film, conversation, and community connection.

The event features a screening of *Parade: Queer Acts of Love & Resistance*, a documentary exploring the history of Canada’s 2SLGBTQIA+ movement through the voices, stories, and collective action that have shaped queer life, resistance, and belonging.

A moderated panel discussion follows the screening, focusing on queer storytelling, intergenerational knowledge, community, and activism. Panelists include Kenney Fitzpatrick (The Q LGBTQ Creative Network, Out Loud Radio, Dance NS), Daniel MacKay (Wayves, Elderberries), Jacquelyn Miccolis (Creative Community Impact Association), and an additional panelist to be confirmed.

Free admission, no registration required. Suitable for adults. Snacks and refreshments available while supplies last. Info online.

Location: Halifax Central Library, 5440 Spring Garden Road

6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Teen Night: Rainbow Wear by Cole Harbour Public Library

The Pride Parade is coming up fast: are you ready? Join us to make fabulous accessories and ensure that you are ready to celebrate love in all its forms! Whether you’re loud and proud or need more subtle stylings, we have the supplies you need.

Tuesday night is Teen Night at the Library! Join us each week to learn new skills, meet people, enjoy some snacks, play games, or just relax. Each week, we'll be up to something new, and we'll provide everything you need to take part.

Cole Harbour Public Library, no registration, entirely free, open to students going into grades 7-12

Info online.

10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Free Rainbow Pancake Breakfast

Join us at Power House Youth Centre for a free Rainbow Pancake breakfast on July 17th from 10-11:30 am. Open to 2SLGBTQIA+ youth and allies ages 13-24. More info online.

Location: Power House Youth Centre, 1606 Bell Road

2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Free Mini Renaissance Fair

Join us at Power House Youth Centre for our Mini Renaissance Fair! Wear a costume (if you like), play games, make themed arts and crafts, enjoy music, food, and drinks, and make new friends! Open to 2SLGBTQIA+ youth and allies ages 13-24.More info online.

Location: Power House Youth Centre, 1606 Bell Road

5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Halifax Pride Flag Raising

Once again, Halifax Pride kicks off the Pride Festival with the annual flag raising. With words spoken by our board members and supporters, join us at Grand Parade July 16 to celebrate community, authenticity, visibility, and of course, Pride. More info online.

Location: Grand Parade

5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Queer Crafternoon & BBQ

Join St. Margaret’s Bay Pride for a BBQ, arts & crafts, board games, live music, and more. Make connections across the 2SLGBTQIA+ community in St. Margaret's Bay and beyond. More info online.

Location: Labour Day Picnic Cafe, 12286 Peggys Cove Rd, Glen Haven, NS B3Z 2R6

5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Movie: the Birdcage with Cole Harbour Public Library

Join us for a screening of the camp comedy classic, The Birdcage.

Armand Goldman (Robin Williams) and his long time partner, Albert (Nathan Lane), run a popular cabaret nightclub together in South Beach, Florida. When their son, Val, comes home to announce his engagement to an ultra-conservative U.S. Senator's daughter, Armand and Albert scramble to put on a straight facade.

Rated 14A | 1996 | 1h 59min

Cole Harbour Public Library, no registration, entirely free, for teens and adults

Info online.

6:00 p.m.

Youth Game Night

A drop in game night (video games and board games available!) that takes place at Power House in Halifax. For 2SLGTBQIA+ youth ages 12-25. More info online.

Location: Power House Youth Centre, 1606 Bell Road

6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

RRANS Hangout - Pride Materials Edition

Inviting community members to join RainbowRefugeesNS at our weekly hangout to make buttons, t-shirts, signs, and more with us for the Halifax Pride Parade. We'll also be doing some tie-dyeing and have t shirts available for people, or you can bring your own!

Find out more online and email Info@rrans.com to register.

7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Halifax Gay Men's Chorus Open Rehersal

Ever thought about joining the Halifax Gay Men's Chorus, or are you just interested in spending an evening singing with us? Come for a special Pride rehearsal and see how we make the magic happen! Light refreshments will be served. Info online. Location: StAndrewsUnitedChurch, 6036 Coburg Road. The entrance is through the side doors of the church.

9:00 p.m.

melaNATION: A QTBIPOC Showcase

melaNATION: A QTBIPOC Showcase is a high-energy celebration of Queer and Trans Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour artists, blending live performance with a full-on party atmosphere. Headlined by Fantasia Royale Gaga and hosted by ElleNoir, the night features a dynamic mix of drag, music, and movement that carries from the stage straight into the crowd.

melaNATION centres QTBIPOC voices and artistry, creating space to celebrate culture, talent, and community. Expect big performances, a packed dance floor, and an electric start to the festival weekend.

Tickets: $10, online. This is a 19+ event.

Location: Garrison Grounds, 5566 Sackville Street

1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Pride Carnival by Cole Harbour Public Library

Come and celebrate Pride with The Library. We're having a party, and everyone is invited!

There will be carnival-inspired activities, giant games, crafts, a scavenger hunt, face painting, and special treats.

Connect with the community and have some fun - there's something for everyone.

No registration, entirely free, open to all ages. Info online.

Location: Cole Harbour Public Library, 51 Forest Hills Parkway, Cole Harbour

5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Newcomer Picnic

Want to show your glow to new friends? Look no further than the Newcomer Picnic! This event, co-hosted by the Rainbow Refugees Association of Nova Scotia and Queer Arabs Halifax, encourages all to come together and make new connections! Whether lawn games and bingo are your speed, or you’d rather relax on the picnic blanket and snack, there will be something for you! Grab your picnic chair and come down to the Garrison Grounds!

Location: Garrison Grounds. More info online.

6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

OUCH! Spanking Party

HaliHoEvents and Jellies are hitting you with a special Pride edition of OUCH! We’re inviting you to play loudly and play proudly! Grab your spanking partner, pack your favourite toys, and come celebrate Pride the OUCH! way! Expect tasty dive bar eats, yummy dive bar drinks, and loud, proud spanking fun! Whether you’re a seasoned spanker or a curious newbie, we can’t wait to celebrate spanking with you!

Tickets: $25 (+taxes and fees) in advance; $35 (+taxes and fees) at the door.

Location: Jellies, 6250 Quinpool Road

6:30 p.m.

Pride Comedy Showcase (Early Show)

Join us to kick off Halifax Pride as the city's best queer and trans standup comedians bring the laughs for this one-night-only showcase. Across two shows with two different line-ups, 14 comics will be showcasing just how talented (and queer!) the city’s comedy scene really is. The showcase is produced by Easy Bake, Halifax’s only open mic for women, queer, and trans comedians that takes place twice every month at Smokey Garden. Follow Easy Bake on Instagram at @easybakehfx and is proudly funded by Halifax Pride.

Tickets: $10 for early bird, $15 regular.

Location: BusStopTheatre Co-op (2203 Gottingen Street)

6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Pride Kink Market

NightSpa is opening up to the public for it's 8th Kink Market event on Friday July 17th from 6:30pm - 9:30pm. Anyone 19+ is welcome to come take a guided tour of the space as well as check out some local queer & kinky vendors who will be setting up shop in our private rooms! This FREE Event has drawn a massive crowd in the past with hundreds in attendance. We do limit the number of people in the building at once but we keep the wait times to a reasonable amount. More info on Facebook.

Location: NightSpa, 2199 Gottingen Street, Halifax

8:00 p.m.

Yuk Yuk's Halifax Pride Comedy Weekend

Celebrate Pride with two nights (July 17 and 18) of laughter at Yuk Yuk's Halifax starring Heidi Foss, Clare Belford and Patrick Cadegan.

Tickets: $25 + tax, online.

Location: Yuk Yuk's, 1665 Argyle Street

8:30 p.m.

The Bump

HalifaxPride's Bump is the biggest drag event in Atlantic Canada! Headlined by Shea Couleé, Eboni La'Belle, and Halifax's own MyaFoxx, this is a night of high-impact drag, bold looks, and performances that actually make you lose your mind a little.

Big stage, big energy, and a crowd that’s fully in it. If you’re picking one night to go all in, this is it.

Tickets: $10, online. This is a 19+ event. Doors open at 8:30, show at 9.

Location: Garrison Grounds, 5566 Sackville Street

9:00 p.m.

Pride Comedy Showcase (Late Show)

Join us to kick off Halifax Pride as the city's best queer and trans standup comedians bring the laughs for this one-night-only showcase. Across two shows with two different line-ups, 14 comics will be showcasing just how talented (and queer!) the city’s comedy scene really is. The showcase is produced by Easy Bake, Halifax’s only open mic for women, queer, and trans comedians that takes place twice every month at Smokey Garden. Follow Easy Bake on Instagram at @easybakehfx and is proudly funded by Halifax Pride.

Tickets: $10 for early bird, $15 regular.

Location: BusStopTheatre Co-op (2203 Gottingen Street)

10:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m.

Balls Deep Disco

Ring the fire alarm because “Balls Deep Disco Halifax!’ in collaboration with VIX is returning for Halifax Pride. Our last party was so hot at Stardust we decided to come back! Featuring Dj Burn Baby plus special guests.

Tickets available at the door.

Location: StardustBar, 1688 Barrington Street

10:00 p.m.

Fabulous Friday Mixed Gender Bathhouse Pride Kick-Off Party

NightSpa kicks-off the 2026 Halifax Pride Festival with a fabulous night of mixed gender bathhouse fun! Halifax's only bathhouse is open to all genders every week (19+). We are a private, members only venue. While everyone is welcome to apply, we are queer focused. We are queer owned and operated, and our staff are all queer/trans with a couple of allies too. This event will be happening after our Pride Kink Market event, our BIGGEST Kink Market with the more queer and kinky vendors than we host all year! So come rent a locker or pay a little more and party in a private room, cause you know it's gonna be busy. Soak in the hot tub or sweat it out in the sauna. Night Spa members and their guests, may come rent a locker or pay a little more and party in a private room. Soak in the hot tub or sweat it out in the sauna. Night Spa is an all-accepting space with over 5000 members. While not everyone may be attending for the same reasons, surrounding yourself with like-minded individuals has such a comforting freedom to it. Not a Night Spa member yet? Please take a moment and apply to be a member. For safety and legal purposes, walk-ins are not allowed, and we do not approve same day applications so apply now so you can attend later. There is no application or membership fee so if you feel Night Spa is right for you, apply today!

Location: NightSpa, 2199 Gottingen Street, Halifax

Halifax Pride Parade Day

11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Pride on the Plaza

Scouting for a spot to watch the Pride Parade? Come hang out on the Plaza, eat some cold treats, and get some rainbow swag! Details online.

Location: Central Library, 5440 Spring Garden Road

Noon to 2:00 p.m.

Halifax Pride Parade

The annual Pride parade through downtown Halifax.

More details online.

1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Community Market

Shop local queer vendors and meet local organizations.

More details online.

Location: Garrison Grounds, 5566 Sackville Street

8:00 p.m.

Yuk Yuk's Halifax Pride Comedy Weekend

Celebrate Pride with two nights (July 17 and 18) of laughter at Yuk Yuk's Halifax starring Heidi Foss, Clare Belford and Patrick Cadegan.

Tickets: $25 + tax, online.

Location: Yuk Yuk's, 1665 Argyle Street

8:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.

DaiseyM’s Rainbow Dance

Come out and join us after the Pride parade for an evening of dancing with your friends or meeting new ones! There is always a huge table for the singles to mingle, 50/50 and door prizes.

Advanced Tickets, $15 (E-transfer daiseym@ns.sympatico.ca) or $20 at the door. Questions? Text 902-223-7482.

Location: Atlantica Hotel Halifax, 1980 Robie Street

8:30 p.m.

The Grind

HalifaxPride presents The Grind, a late-night DJ party built for the dance floor. Headlined by Pierre Kwenders, this night brings high-energy sets, global sounds, and nonstop movement from start to finish.

Expect a packed crowd, big beats, and a party that doesn’t let up. Whether you’re closing out your night or just getting started, The Grind keeps the energy going well past midnight.

Tickets: $10, online. This is a 19+ event. Doors open at 8:30, show at 9.

Location: Garrison Grounds, 5566 Sackville Street

10am - 1pm

Storytelling Workshop

Want to tell your story? Or a story? What story have you always wanted to tell? As Elders in the queer community, our stories are important to be shared, to be heard, and to be remembered.

At: the UniversalistUnitarianChurch

FIVE sessions, five days, July 20-24

Tickets: $109, and more info, here.

4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Elder Hangout with the Elderberries

Join Halifax’s ElderBerries for this elder hangout! This is a chance for Nova Scotia’s 50+ 2SLGBTQIA+ community to connect with one another, and share their experiences.

Location: Garrison Grounds

TBA

Canadian Association of LGBTQ2S+ Lawyers Prisme Conference

This year's theme: Unity in Law: Shaping the Future of 2SLGBTQ+ Rights.

Prisme creates an inclusive and collaborative forum to discuss current issues facing 2SLGBTQ+ individuals in the legal profession and the advancement of 2SLGBTQ+ rights, both in Canada and around the world.

This event will bring together judges, lawyers, activists, and students from across the country, all committed to building networks within our communities, increasing representation and equity for 2SLGBTQ+ legal professionals in Canada, and advancing 2SLGBTQ+ human rights.

Registration: Prices range based on type of registrant. Virtual options are available.

Location: Halifax Convention Centre, 1650 Argyle Street ----

6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Movie: But I'm a Cheerleader with Cole Harbour Public Library

Join us for a screening of the cult comedy classic, But I'm A Cheerleader.

Megan is an all-American girl. She's a cheerleader and has a boyfriend, but she doesn't like kissing him very much, and she's pretty tactile with her cheerleader friends, and she only has pictures of girls up in her locker.

Her parents and friends conclude that she *must* be gay and send her off to "sexual redirection" school, full of admittedly homosexual misfits, where she can learn how to be straight. Will Megan be turned around to successful heterosexuality, or will she succumb to her love for the beautiful Graham?

Rated 14A | 1999 | 1h 25min

Cole Harbour Public Library, no registration, entirely free, for teens and adults

Info online.

TBA

Canadian Association of LGBTQ2S+ Lawyers Prisme Conference

This year's theme: Unity in Law: Shaping the Future of 2SLGBTQ+ Rights.

Prisme creates an inclusive and collaborative forum to discuss current issues facing 2SLGBTQ+ individuals in the legal profession and the advancement of 2SLGBTQ+ rights, both in Canada and around the world.

This event will bring together judges, lawyers, activists, and students from across the country, all committed to building networks within our communities, increasing representation and equity for 2SLGBTQ+ legal professionals in Canada, and advancing 2SLGBTQ+ human rights.

Registration: Prices range based on type of registrant. Virtual options are available.

Location: Halifax Convention Centre, 1650 Argyle Street

6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. .

Pride Shabbat

Please join Chaverim Community for our Pride Shabbat celebration. This is an all ages event, and allies are welcome. Light refreshments will be served. Masks are required indoors, and weather permitting there is an outdoor eating space.

Pay-What-You-Can

Access Notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/10PyJQZqSyGyZlfC8QKP0U8XNoVDmvMhpoPXx45hRyvY/

Location: 5816 Cogswell St (next to Halifax Central Common Pool)

9:00 p.m. to 2:00 am.

Nauticus🏳️‍🌈Pride Dance Event

🌟Details coming soon!

10:00 p.m. to 3:30 a.m.

Sauna Vol. 7 Pride II Ft. Delicious DJ by Sauna Sounds

Sauna V.7: Pride II

We're turning up the heat for our second Pride installment.

Toronto underground icon Delicious DJ headlines, bringing a high-energy, slutty set to guide the room. He’ll be backed by a local roster of cuties: Arxxin, Jadey (Live), Pollysporyn, and Sister Ric b2b Disrespects.

Movement throughout the night from TYSN (Pole), Jouvais, and Calum Cain, plus fresh goods from our vendor Spiteful Eclectic.

See ya in the sweat ;)

Tickets: Early bird, $17.05; general admission, $28.40.

Location: RumoursHFX, 1668 Lower Water Street

TBA

Halifax Naked Ride & March

A fun free-spirited tradition that has been held locally for over a decade (and globally for even longer!), where attendees are welcome to strip down and shed their shame as they take to the city streets in celebration of our natural world and the beauty of all bodies! You can Ride or March, whether with your bike 🚲, wheelchair, scooter, or your own two feet; whatever gets your body moving! Come join in or show your support by cheering us on! In a time when so many bodies are policed or made the subject of political rhetoric and autonomy taken away, one of the many positive messages we want to promote is that nudity should not be viewed as inherently sexual, but rather should be accepted as a beautiful part of life and a symbol of freedom.

Our goal is to have 100 attendees this year! So spread the word and get excited! 🎉

For more information, you can join our Discord or reach us via email at HalifaxNakedPeace@Gmail.com.

And if you're interested in helping out, we can always use more volunteers! ❤️

More details will follow later!

4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Dykes vs Divas

Dykes vs Divas is HalifaxPride’s most chaotic, crowd-favourite softball showdown. This all-ages daytime game pits a team of drag performers against a team of dykes in a friendly but fiercely campy battle for diamond-field glory.

Check the Pride website for more details.

Location: Halifax Common (details TBA)

All day

The first ever 🌈🏕️ SAPPHIC SLEEPAWAY 2026 🌈🏕️

Join us for a weekend of campfires, laughter, music, games, friendship, and unforgettable memories at Whispering Winds Campground in Shubenacadie, Nova Scotia.

Whether you come with friends or arrive solo, you'll be surrounded by a community of lesbians, sapphics, and WLW looking to connect, relax, and enjoy a weekend together. Come solo. Come with friends, find your people.

Expect: 🔥 Bonfires ( if no fire ban) & late-night chats 🎵 Music 🎲 Games 💜 Good laughs & real connections 🌲 A welcoming community atmosphere

This event is being organized by volunteers from Lesbians in Nova Scotia who simply wanted to create a space for our community to gather, connect, and make some amazing memories.

Space is limited, so if you're interested, don't wait too long!

For more info, to register, mailto:lesbiansinnovascotia@gmail.com

There's a full size poster here.

All day

Sapphic Sleepaway -- see Friday

All day

Sapphic Sleepaway -- see Friday

7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Book Launch: Outspoken - A Journey from Olympic Athlete to Activist, by Betty Baxter

Please join Betty Baxter for her Halifax book launch of Outspoken: A Journey from Olympic Athlete to Activist. An Olympian recounts her experiences as a young gay athlete and coach in the '70s and '80s, turning discrimination into celebration.

Info on the library site.

Location: Lindsay Children's Room | Floor 2, Central Library, 5440 Spring Garden Road