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Welcome to the 2026 Halifax Pride Online Festival Calendar!
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Thursday, July 16
 

5:00pm ADT

Flag Raising
Thursday July 16, 2026 5:00pm - 6:00pm ADT
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. 

Thursday July 16, 2026 5:00pm - 6:00pm ADT
Grand Parade 1770 Barrington St

8:30pm ADT

MelaNATION: A QTBIPOC Showcase
Thursday July 16, 2026 8:30pm - Friday July 17, 2026 12:00am ADT
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 Elle Noir, 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. The event will also feature a market full of local QTBIPOC artisans for you to check out!

*This is a 19+ event. Valid government issued ID is required upon entry.

Featured Artists:
  • Headlined by Fantasia Royale Gaga
  • Hosted by Elle Noir
  • Karamilk
  • Chelazon Leroux
  • Mya Foxx
  • Akira Mayari
  • Babia Majora 
  • Beef Pattie 
  • Betty Doop
  • Bibingkita
  • Cookie Cunningham
  • Elle Lixir 
  • G-Spott
  • Helena Havok 
  • KAGE
  • Lovina Poison
  • Manny Dingo 
  • Mike Hunt
  • Nykitene
  • Richard Rockhard
  • Shampoo
Featured artisans at the QTBIPOC market:
  • Snuggle Stitching 
  • Saving Lives With Pride
  • Radical Cat Creations
  • Tiny Owlery
  • Fire & Desire Candle Co
  • Scotian2dabone
Ticket Information & Event Policies
Advance ticket purchase through Tixr is strongly encouraged. Tickets will be available at the door, subject to capacity, however door pricing will be $5 higher than advance ticket prices.

All attendees must present valid government-issued photo ID and be 19 years of age or older to enter.

Please note that Halifax Pride has an updated bag policy in effect for all 19+ festival events. Small bags, purses, fanny packs, and medical or accessibility-related bags are permitted. Large bags, backpacks, luggage, and oversized totes are prohibited. All bags are subject to search upon entry.

For full details on permitted and prohibited items, please review our Bag Policy before attending: halifaxpride.com/policy

Thursday July 16, 2026 8:30pm - Friday July 17, 2026 12:00am ADT
The Garrison Grounds
 
Friday, July 17
 

2:00pm ADT

Two-Spirit Fireside Chat With Nykitene
Friday July 17, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm ADT
Join the Wabanaki Two-Spirit Alliance for a fireside chat with acclaimed Two-Spirit artist, performer, and storyteller Nykitene.

This thoughtful conversation will explore Two-Spirit identities, culture, community, and the importance of creating spaces where Two-Spirit people can be seen, celebrated, and supported. All are welcome to attend, listen, learn, and connect.

Friday July 17, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds

5:00pm ADT

Newcomer Picnic
Friday July 17, 2026 5:00pm - 7:00pm ADT
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! 

Friday July 17, 2026 5:00pm - 7:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds

9:00pm ADT

The Bump
Friday July 17, 2026 9:00pm - Saturday July 18, 2026 2:00am ADT
The Bump is one of the biggest drag events in Atlantic Canada, bringing the kind of lineup that doesn’t come through here often.

Headlined by Shea Couleé and featuring Canada's Drag Race icons Eboni La'Belle and Halifax's own Mya Foxx, 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.

*This is a 19+ event. Valid government issued ID is required upon entry.

Featured Artists:
  • Headlined by Shea Couleé, Eboni La'Belle and Mya Foxx
  • Hosted by Beef Pattie and Mike Hunt
  • Anna-Mona Pia
  • Kristi Davidson and Bunni Lapin
  • Cookie Cunningham
  • Disrespects
  • Elle Noir
  • G-Spott
  • House of Eights
  • Jo Mama
  • Lacia and Babia Majora
  • Manny Dingo 
  • Matricide
  • Monster Haus
  • Randi E. Rogenous 
  • Steph Peaks
  • X
Ticket Information & Event Policies
Advance ticket purchase through Tixr is strongly encouraged. Tickets will be available at the door, subject to capacity, however door pricing will be $5 higher than advance ticket prices.

All attendees must present valid government-issued photo ID and be 19 years of age or older to enter.

Please note that Halifax Pride has an updated bag policy in effect for all 19+ festival events. Small bags, purses, fanny packs, and medical or accessibility-related bags are permitted. Large bags, backpacks, luggage, and oversized totes are prohibited. All bags are subject to search upon entry.

For full details on permitted and prohibited items, please review our Bag Policy before attending: halifaxpride.com/policy

Friday July 17, 2026 9:00pm - Saturday July 18, 2026 2:00am ADT
The Garrison Grounds
 
Saturday, July 18
 

12:00pm ADT

Halifax Pride Parade
Saturday July 18, 2026 12:00pm - 3:00pm ADT
Join us for the 2026 Halifax Pride Parade! July 18 at 12pm, starting at the east end (roundabout) of Cogswell St, the parade will head east down Cogswell St, turning south onto Barrington St, west onto Spring Garden Rd, north onto South Park St, and end on Bell Rd/Ahern Ave, at the Garrison Grounds. This is a loud and proud celebration of all things 2SLGBTQIA+, so join in for all the fun! You can also swing by the Halifax Pride info booth to get your face painted by KC’s face painting!

Accessible viewing, described viewing, and an elders area are available on South Park Street
Low Sensory Viewing is available at the Spring Garden Area Business Association, located at 5475 Spring Garden Road
The parade will also be live-streamed at cbc.ca/ns and on CBC Gem




Saturday July 18, 2026 12:00pm - 3:00pm ADT
Parade Route

1:00pm ADT

Community Market
Saturday July 18, 2026 1:00pm - 5:00pm ADT
The Halifax Pride Community Market is back! After the Parade on Saturday, July 19 come to the festival site to support local queer artisans, learn about community groups, or grab something to eat from local food vendors. There’s truly something for everyone, so check it out! 



Featured vendors: 
  • Asimmetrical
  • Rosa.Sketches
  • Montana Dreamin
  • Artsy Alison
  • Digby Candle Co
  • Fawnfaejewelry
  • Bobbins End
  • Custom Clipz by @hair_artistry_by_meika x @maia_scissorhands
  • Bigboyscry
  • HALIFAX PRIDE
  • PHAB NS (The Society for Preserving the History & Art of Burlesque in Nova Scotia)
  • Vampyre Leather
  • Cedar Sprout
  • Hfx Nails
  • Colochirus Art
  • Endless Draws
  • Foolmaker Maille
  • The Flowerbed Creations
  • PrideHealth
  • The Emerald Stag
  • Frogdust Productions
  • Rebecca Rose - Author
  • SADDEADFISH
  • Trans Masc Nova Scotia & Trans Femme Connection
  • Syd Star
  • GarouArt
  • STI Care Now
  • The NonBeadery
  • Galactic Giftery
  • Gloomybeadz
  • Heather Clay Creations
  • Shelter Movers Nova Scotia
  • Taters leather co
  • Oak & Anchor Health and Wellness
  • HEAL NS
  • Take It Up The Glass
  • Thunderhead: 2SLGBTQI+ National Monument
  • Momentum Creative Collective
  • Mpine Art
  • Queer Gerontology Lab, Dalhousie University
  • Mystic Mint Studio
  • Shickknacks
  • Oli Olds Art & Riled Whimsy Stitches
  • Radical Cat Creations
  • Resting Pride Face Studio
  • press obsessed nails
  • PlushMayhem
  • Shannon Long Art
  • Made With Love
  • Canadian Blood Services
Saturday July 18, 2026 1:00pm - 5:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds

2:00pm ADT

Drag On The Mainstage
Saturday July 18, 2026 2:00pm - 5:00pm ADT
To close out the Parade, join us on the festival site for Drag on the Mainstage! This free to attend, all ages event is a showcase of the fiercest drag excellence Halifax has to offer! There are limited shaded areas on site, so folks are encouraged to bring umbrellas for shade! 

Featured Artists:
  • Hosted by Encor3
  • Aaris
  • Astoria
  • Bridget Von Snaps
  • Cin-Diesel
  • Colin Sick + Quite Frank
  • Elle Lixir
  • Halifax Gay Men's Choir
  • KAGE
  • Kings of Pride     
    • Felix Static
    • Richard Rockhard
    • Rhett Torical
    • Randi E. Rogenous 
    • Matthew Mcimagay
    • Michael Hunter
  • Lucky Charms
  • Lydia Sapphire
  • Morgan Mercury
  • Nykitene
  • Proshenna Rhett
  • Queera Bang
  • Richard Rockhard 
  • Sassafras Smalls


Saturday July 18, 2026 2:00pm - 5:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds

8:30pm ADT

The Grind
Saturday July 18, 2026 8:30pm - Sunday July 19, 2026 2:00am ADT
The Grind is 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.

This is a 19+ event. Valid government issued ID is required upon entry. 

Featured artists:
  • Pierre Kwenders
  • HieroPhunk
  • Sara G
  • WRMII
  • DJ Joshua Reid

Ticket Information & Event Policies
Advance ticket purchase through Tixr is strongly encouraged. Tickets will be available at the door, subject to capacity, however door pricing will be $5 higher than advance ticket prices.

All attendees must present valid government-issued photo ID and be 19 years of age or older to enter.

Please note that Halifax Pride has an updated bag policy in effect for all 19+ festival events. Small bags, purses, fanny packs, and medical or accessibility-related bags are permitted. Large bags, backpacks, luggage, and oversized totes are prohibited. All bags are subject to search upon entry.

For full details on permitted and prohibited items, please review our Bag Policy before attending: halifaxpride.com/policy

Saturday July 18, 2026 8:30pm - Sunday July 19, 2026 2:00am ADT
The Garrison Grounds
 
Sunday, July 19
 

1:00pm ADT

Family Day
Sunday July 19, 2026 1:00pm - 4:00pm ADT
Join us Sunday, July 19 for a day of family fun on the Garrison Grounds! There will be entertainment galore, including:

  • Theatre performances by the Mermaid Theatre and the Neptune Theatre School
  • Drag Storytime
  • Bouncy castles
  • Lawn games
  • Craft tent run by Wonder’neath & The Youth Project
  • A sing along with the Eastern Front Theatre Geese 
There is fun to be had for everyone so you don’t want to miss it!


Sunday July 19, 2026 1:00pm - 4:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds

7:30pm ADT

Drag Bingo
Sunday July 19, 2026 7:30pm - 10:00pm ADT
Get ready for a night where bingo gets a glow-up.

Drag Bingo is back as part of the Halifax Pride Festival, serving up big laughs, bold performances, and just enough competition to keep things interesting. Hosted by some of the region’s fiercest drag talent, this is not your quiet community hall bingo. Expect high-energy hosting, ridiculous prizes, and plenty of audience participation.

Play along for your chance to win, or just come for the show. Either way, you’re in for an evening of camp and comedy. 

*Doors open at 6:30pm, Bingo starts at 7:30pm
*This is a 19+ event. Valid government issued ID is required upon entry

This event will feature the drag excellence of: 
  • Farrah Moanz
  • Heckella Jeckyll 
  • Miranda Wrights 
  • Eden Disorder 
.Ticket Information & Event Policies
Advance ticket purchase through Tixr is strongly encouraged. Tickets will be available at the door, subject to capacity, however door pricing will be $5 higher than advance ticket prices.

All attendees must present valid government-issued photo ID and be 19 years of age or older to enter.

Please note that Halifax Pride has an updated bag policy in effect for all 19+ festival events. Small bags, purses, fanny packs, and medical or accessibility-related bags are permitted. Large bags, backpacks, luggage, and oversized totes are prohibited. All bags are subject to search upon entry.

For full details on permitted and prohibited items, please review our Bag Policy before attending: halifaxpride.com/policy

Sunday July 19, 2026 7:30pm - 10:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds
 
Monday, July 20
 

12:00pm ADT

March Sign Making
Monday July 20, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm ADT
In anticipation of the annual Pride March July 20, join us on the Garrison Grounds at 12pm to create signs that showcase Queer resistance and resilience, so you can show support for the causes you want to champion. Limited poster supplies will be available, but attendees are encouraged to bring their own as well.
Monday July 20, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds

4:00pm ADT

Elder Hangout with the Elderberries
Monday July 20, 2026 4:00pm - 6:00pm ADT
Join Halifax Pride and the Elderberries for this elder hangout. This closed-space hangout is a chance for Nova Scotia’s 50+ 2SLGBTQIA+ community to connect with one another, sharing memories, experiences, and friendship. 
Monday July 20, 2026 4:00pm - 6:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds

8:00pm ADT

Pride March
Monday July 20, 2026 8:00pm - 9:00pm ADT
Join Halifax Pride for the annual Pride March, where words of action and protest will be spoken by community members as we march to Peace & Friendship Park for a candlelight vigil. 

Monday July 20, 2026 8:00pm - 9:00pm ADT
Province House 1726 Hollis St

9:00pm ADT

Candlelight Vigil
Monday July 20, 2026 9:00pm - 10:00pm ADT
Following the Pride March, join us for a candlelight vigil at Peace & Friendship Park as we commemorate and mourn community, friends, and found family who we have lost. Good Dear Good will play music in tribute to lost community members. 

Monday July 20, 2026 9:00pm - 10:00pm ADT
Peace & Friendship Park
 
Tuesday, July 21
 

12:00pm ADT

12:00pm ADT

Fit Together: Yoga
Tuesday July 21, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm ADT
In the first part of our Fit Together Series, Seth Daley leads a low impact Yoga session for all ages! Seth is here to help you find flow in your body and your mind. Limited mats will be available on site, so feel free to bring your own! All skill levels are welcome.

Tuesday July 21, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds

2:00pm ADT

Two-Spirit Sharing Circle
Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm ADT

A community-led gathering space centering Two-Spirit, Indigiqueer, and 2S/LGBTQ+ Indigenous folks in a culturally safe and affirming space. Rooted in Wabanaki traditions of coming together in good relation, participants are invited to share, witness, and be witnessed.

Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds

4:00pm ADT

Trans & Nonbinary Hangout
Tuesday July 21, 2026 4:00pm - 6:00pm ADT
Join fellow Trans and Non-binary community members for two hours of socializing and celebration. This closed space hangout will feature an open mic, giving Trans and Non-binary folks the stage to have their voices heard in a safe and affirming space. Join us in celebrating Trans joy! Sign up for the open mic now! 

Tuesday July 21, 2026 4:00pm - 6:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds

6:00pm ADT

Family Swim
Tuesday July 21, 2026 6:00pm - 7:00pm ADT
Come make a splash with Halifax Pride’s Family Swim at Dal! This all ages family swim is meant to provide some aquatic fun for you and all your Queer friends and family. Pre registration is encouraged.

*Children 12 years and under MUST be supervised by an adult (18+ years) at all times in all areas of the facility. Children aged 7 years and under MUST remain within arm’s reach of a parent or guardian (18+ years) at a ratio of 1 adult to 2 children. Children 7 years and under are not permitted in the deep end without a properly fitted PFD. Children 7 years and under who wish to swim in the water without an adult who is within arm’s reach or swim in the deep end without a PFD must achieve “special swimmer status.”  Please see a Lifeguard for more details.



Tuesday July 21, 2026 6:00pm - 7:00pm ADT
Dalplex 6260 South Street

6:00pm ADT

Dodgeball Learn-to-Play with Halifax Rainbow Dodgeball
Tuesday July 21, 2026 6:00pm - 8:00pm ADT
Game on! Join this dodgeball learn-to-play session led by Halifax Rainbow Dodgeball, the HRM’s only 2SLGBTQIA+ dodgeball league for adults. The goal is for everyone to have some low stakes fun on the dodgeball court, so whether you’re a pro or a total rookie, this is your chance to learn dodgeball in a supportive and inclusive environment. Pre registration is encouraged.

Tuesday July 21, 2026 6:00pm - 8:00pm ADT
Studley Gym 6226 University Avenue

6:30pm ADT

Film Screening: Parade: Queer Acts of Love & Resistance
Tuesday July 21, 2026 6:30pm - 9:00pm ADT
Parade: Queer Acts of Love and Resistance presented by the Nova Scotia Office of Equity and Anti‑Racism and Halifax Pride, in collaboration with the Canadian Museum of Immigration.

We are excited to present a screening of the National Film Board documentary Parade: Queer Acts of Love & Resistance.

Parade: Queer Acts of Love & Resistance captures pivotal moments that sparked Canada’s 2SLGBTQIA+ movement, honouring the activists and elders whose resistance led to the rights we have today.

Through rarely seen archival footage and first-person accounts, audiences are brought to the frontlines of the struggle. From police raids to early drag shows, community organizing to the House of Commons - the complex history of our country’s diverse communities is brought to life. Key milestones illustrate the power of taking it into the streets and underscore how easily the rights we’ve fought for can be revoked.

This free screening is being presented by the Nova Scotia Office of Equity and Anti‑Racism and Halifax Pride, in collaboration with the Canadian Museum of Immigration.

Date and Time: July 21, 7pm
Please note that limited seating is available, so advanced registration is required. https://forms.gle/KxjVrwz34SKiqUfQ9



Tuesday July 21, 2026 6:30pm - 9:00pm ADT
Pier 21 1055 Marginal Road

8:30pm ADT

Youth Prom
Tuesday July 21, 2026 8:30pm - Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:00am ADT
Halifax Pride and the Youth Project are once again bringing you an unforgettable night of fun and friendship! The Youth Prom is a chance for Two Spirit, Queer and Trans youth to celebrate themselves and the community in a supportive , inclusive and FABulous space. So whether you want to spend the night dancing along to the DJ’s beats, or taking selfies in the photo booth, come down to celebrate! 

This event is for youth ages 13-18.



Tuesday July 21, 2026 8:30pm - Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:00am ADT
The Garrison Grounds
 
Wednesday, July 22
 

12:00pm ADT

Fit Together: Bootcamp with North Endurance
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm ADT
In the next installment of our Fit Together series, join us for this boot camp that is sure to have you working up a sweat. All experience levels are welcome and encouraged to join us to get active and level up.

*Limited mats available, attendees are encouraged to bring their own



Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds

12:00pm ADT

Lunch & Learn Panel: Estate Planning with McInnes Cooper
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm ADT
This installment of the Lunch & Learn panel series is brought to you by McInnes Cooper, and will guide attendees through an insightful discussion around estate planning, with plenty of chances to ask questions at the end. 

Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm ADT
The Bus Stop Theatre

2:00pm ADT

Two-Spirit Gender Affirming Care Session
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm ADT
Facilitated by Wabanaki Two-Spirit Alliance, this session explores gender-affirming care through a Two-Spirit and Indigenous lens, centering community, kinship, and cultural identity as forms of care alongside harm reduction and wellness resources.
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds

4:00pm ADT

QTBIPOC Hangout
Wednesday July 22, 2026 4:00pm - 6:00pm ADT

This closed space, fun-filled hangout is for our QTBIPOC community members to hangout and make memories with old friends and new! You can also sign up for a 2SQTBIPOC skills building focus group aimed at tackling systemic barriers to equality, accessibility, and professional growth within the 2SLGBTQIA+ non-profit sector in Nova Scotia. 
Wednesday July 22, 2026 4:00pm - 6:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds

6:00pm ADT

Fit Together: Cycle Class
Wednesday July 22, 2026 6:00pm - 7:00pm ADT
Ready to roll? This spin class led by Ryan will be a fun filled workout that will be a blast for first time riders or seasoned pros. Come down to the dalplex and clip in, because you’re in for a ride! Please note there are limited bikes available, so advance registration is required. 


Wednesday July 22, 2026 6:00pm - 7:00pm ADT
Dalplex 6260 South Street

7:00pm ADT

Gaylidh
Wednesday July 22, 2026 7:00pm - 9:00pm ADT
The Gaylidh is a queer twist on a classic East Coast tradition.

Blending ceilidh-style music with a Pride crowd, this event brings live tunes, group dancing, and a whole lot of joyful chaos to the festival. Whether you know the steps or not, you’ll be pulled into it in about five seconds.

Expect high-energy music, community vibes, and a dance floor full of people figuring it out together.

Ticket Information & Event Policies
Advance ticket purchase through Tixr is strongly encouraged. Tickets will be available at the door, subject to capacity, however door pricing will be $5 higher than advance ticket prices.

All attendees must present valid government-issued photo ID and be 19 years of age or older to enter.

Please note that Halifax Pride has an updated bag policy in effect for all 19+ festival events. Small bags, purses, fanny packs, and medical or accessibility-related bags are permitted. Large bags, backpacks, luggage, and oversized totes are prohibited. All bags are subject to search upon entry.

For full details on permitted and prohibited items, please review our Bag Policy before attending: halifaxpride.com/policy

Wednesday July 22, 2026 7:00pm - 9:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds
 
Thursday, July 23
 

12:00pm ADT

Fit Together: Pilates with Aura Wellness
Thursday July 23, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm ADT
This instalment of our Fit Together series is a pilates workout with Ryan from Aura Wellness. You are sure to work up a sweat and a smile! All skill levels are welcome.

*Limited mats are available on site, so attendees are encouraged to bring their own. 



Thursday July 23, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds

12:00pm ADT

Lunch & Learn Panel: Thriving, Not Just Surviving: 2SLGBTQIA+ Mental Health, Joy, and Community Care
Thursday July 23, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm ADT
2SLGBTQIA+ communities face disproportionately high rates of anxiety, depression, suicidality, and barriers to affirming mental health care due to discrimination, stigma, and systemic inequities. At the same time, queer and trans communities have cultivated powerful traditions of resilience, creativity, and collective healing. Thriving, Not Just Surviving is a panel conversation that brings these realities together—examining the ongoing challenges while centering the joy, connection, and cultural knowledge that sustain 2SLGBTQIA+ wellbeing.
Grounded in lived experience, community expertise, and mental health practice, this panel explores what thriving looks like for queer and trans people beyond survival. Through discussion of joy as a mental health practice, trauma and healing, chosen family, cultural expression, and sustainable activism, panelists will highlight both the systemic forces impacting mental health and the community-led strategies that foster belonging, resilience, and care. The session reframes mental health as a shared responsibility rooted in solidarity and collective flourishing rather than an individual burden.
This conversation aligns with Halifax Pride’s commitment to education, equity, and celebrating the depth and diversity of 2SLGBTQIA+ life. It invites participants into a strengths-based, culturally informed dialogue that honours both the realities and the brilliance of queer and trans communities.
Presented by the Healthy Minds Cooperative 



Thursday July 23, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm ADT
The Bus Stop Theatre

2:00pm ADT

Two-Spirit Craft Activity
Thursday July 23, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm ADT
A hands-on, low-barrier activity open to all ages, offering a joyful creative space for 2S/LGBTQ+ Indigenous folks and their allies. Materials and facilitation provided by Wabanaki Two-Spirit Alliance.
Thursday July 23, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds

4:00pm ADT

Sapphic Hangout
Thursday July 23, 2026 4:00pm - 6:00pm ADT
Lay down a picnic blanket, grab a snack, and have fun at the Sapphic hangout! This closed-space hangout will have crafts, games, and good times. Come down with friends, or make some there! 
Thursday July 23, 2026 4:00pm - 6:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds Halifax

6:00pm ADT

Out & Active
Thursday July 23, 2026 6:00pm - 8:30pm ADT
Game on! Join us at the Greenfoot Energy Centre for an evening of low stakes fun with Volleyball NS, some friendly matches. Whether you know how to play or have never touched a ball in your life, all are welcome to play! 

WRMII will be spinning tracks to keep the good vibes going all night!


Artists

Thursday July 23, 2026 6:00pm - 8:30pm ADT
Greenfoot Energy Centre 61 Gary Martin Drive

7:00pm ADT

Haliwood Queers Game Show
Thursday July 23, 2026 7:00pm - 9:00pm ADT
The Haliwood Queers Game Show is a live, high-energy gameshow inspired by Hollywood Squares, with a queer Halifax twist. Brought to you in partnership with Eastern Front Theatre, the game features a grid of bold personalities and quick-witted contestants, and it’s packed with shady answers, unexpected moments, and a lot of chaos. Audience members have the chance to participate, jump into the game, and be part of the action.

Expect big characters, ridiculous responses, and a night that doesn’t take itself too seriously.

This year's lineup:
Mya Foxx
Mike Hunt
Abel T. Suckizone
Kevin Hartford
Elle Noir
Stewart Legere
Colin Sick
Sara Graham
Mary Ellen Maclean



Thursday July 23, 2026 7:00pm - 9:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds
 
Friday, July 24
 

12:00pm ADT

Fit Together: Yoga (Friday Session)
Friday July 24, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm ADT
Looking for another chance to find your flow? We’ve got you covered! This installment of the Fit Together series will give you the stretch you’re looking for! All skill levels are welcome for this fun filled yoga class.

*Limited mats are available on site so attendees are encouraged to bring their own. 



Friday July 24, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds

12:00pm ADT

Lunch & Learn Panel: Honouring 2SLGBTQ+ Histories to Imagine 2SLGBTQ+ Futures
Friday July 24, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm ADT
This community-academic panel invites an honest and intergenerational conversation about growing older within 2SLGBTQ+ communities, centring the voices and lived experiences of older adults. We will begin by introducing findings from our study on 2SLGBTQ+ aging in Nova Scotia, which includes interviews with more than 30 2SLGBTQ+ older adults from across the province, highlighting key historical events that have shaped the participants aging experiences, alongside their hopes for the future. Panel members will expand upon the findings, reflecting on how historic and contemporary events shape well-being in later life. We will then turn to strategies to strengthen health, social, and community systems for 2SLGBTQ+ older adults. The panel will conclude with an interactive, intergenerational art activity inviting audience members to reflect on the theme, “Honouring 2SLGBTQ+ Histories to Imagine 2SLGBTQ+ Futures.”

The conversation on growing older in 2SLGBTQ+ communities is particularly salient in the context of Nova Scotia’s rapidly aging population and systemic erasure of 2SLGBTQ+ history. As we live longer, it becomes increasingly important to learn how to promote equity in aging experiences and lifelong joy and resilience within the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Knowledge sharing and the re-telling of lived experience is a vital step in this process toward well-being later in life. Our current cohort of 2SLGBTQ+ older adults are the first to ‘age out’, or be able to age as their authentic selves, yet there is still a lack of opportunity for intergenerational connection within our communities. Our goal with this panel is create a dialogue about 2SLGBTQ+ aging and to encourage 2SLGBTQ+ people in Nova Scotia to think about our how our history impacts our aging futures. 

Presented by Dalhousie University; "Queering Age-Friendly Nova Scotia" Research Team



Friday July 24, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm ADT
The Bus Stop Theatre

5:30pm ADT

Drag Fitness
Friday July 24, 2026 5:30pm - 6:30pm ADT
Looking to drag up your workout? Look no further than this drag fitness session! Brooke Rivers and Trinity Foxx are sure to add some sparkle to your sweat at this all-levels-welcome workout! Pre registration is encouraged.



Friday July 24, 2026 5:30pm - 6:30pm ADT
Studley Gym 6226 University Avenue

7:00pm ADT

Wanderers FC Pride & Diversity Night
Friday July 24, 2026 7:00pm - 10:30pm ADT
The Halifax Wanderers Pride and Diversity Match is back! Kick it with Halifax Pride and cheer on Wanderers FC as they take on Supra Du Quebec in this match that is not to be missed!
Friday July 24, 2026 7:00pm - 10:30pm ADT
Wanderers Grounds

7:00pm ADT

Pride Live
Friday July 24, 2026 7:00pm - 11:00pm ADT
Pride Live is a brand-new concert and a first look at what’s to come for Canada Pride.
This high-energy night headlined by RALPH brings together a lineup of artists for an outdoor concert experience that sets the tone for 2027. As a preview of Canada Pride, Pride Live showcases the talent and atmosphere you can expect when the national celebration comes to Halifax.
Big stage, big sound, and a crowd ready for it. This is your sneak peek at what’s next.
Featured Artists: 
  • RALPH
  • Burry
  • Wuzzô
  • Good Dear Good
  • MINOE
  • Mayaya
    Ticket Information & Event Policies
    Advance ticket purchase through Tixr is strongly encouraged. Tickets will be available at the door, subject to capacity, however door pricing will be $5 higher than advance ticket prices.

    All attendees must present valid government-issued photo ID and be 19 years of age or older to enter.

    Please note that Halifax Pride has an updated bag policy in effect for all 19+ festival events. Small bags, purses, fanny packs, and medical or accessibility-related bags are permitted. Large bags, backpacks, luggage, and oversized totes are prohibited. All bags are subject to search upon entry.

    For full details on permitted and prohibited items, please review our Bag Policy before attending: halifaxpride.com/policy

Friday July 24, 2026 7:00pm - 11:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds
 
Saturday, July 25
 

11:00am ADT

So Fetch! Dog Walk
Saturday July 25, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm ADT
Attention people and puppies alike! Come down to the So Fetch! Dog walk, where pups and humans can socialize on a nice walk through Shubie Park! Pets and people are encouraged to wear rainbow attire. Stick around after the walk for treats for all!
Shubie Park general information: https://www.shubenacadiecanal.ca/shubie-park



Saturday July 25, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm ADT
Shubie Park 54 Locks Rd, Dartmouth

9:30pm ADT

AIFF Outdoor: The Halifax Pride Edition
Saturday July 25, 2026 9:30pm - Sunday July 26, 2026 6:00pm ADT
A perfect summer night calls for an outdoor movie screening! Join us in the Public Gardens to watch a Queer classic, fun for the whole community! 
Saturday July 25, 2026 9:30pm - Sunday July 26, 2026 6:00pm ADT
Halifax Public Gardens
 
Sunday, July 26
 

12:00pm ADT

Dartmouth Family Picnic
Sunday July 26, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm ADT
Join us at the Dartmouth Common Oven for a picnic with Queer friends and family! This is a pizza making party you don't want to miss, with supplies provided. Meeting at the community oven, this all ages picnic is a chance to enjoy an afternoon in the sun, with good pizza, good friends and good times! Brought to you by the Downtown Dartmouth Business Commission


Sunday July 26, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm ADT
Dartmouth Common Oven Park Ave, Dartmouth, NS

4:00pm ADT

Dykes Vs Divas Ball Game
Sunday July 26, 2026 4:00pm - 6:00pm ADT
The world’s campiest game of kickball is back and better than ever! This zany match pits dykes against divas in a game sure to make you laugh, cheer and smile. Halifax Pride will also be hosting a fundraising BBQ so enjoy some food and drink while the antics of the game unfold! Community members are free to sign up to play, registration available at https://www.halifaxpride.com/dvd



Sunday July 26, 2026 4:00pm - 6:00pm ADT
North Commons Ball Diamond #7 5775 Cogswell Street

8:00pm ADT

Sunset Boat Cruise
Sunday July 26, 2026 8:00pm - 10:00pm ADT
As the sun sets on this year’s Halifax Pride festival, join us in a send off that is not to be missed! This two-hour party cruise brought to you by Ambassatours will have music, dancing, and the best vibes! Enjoy tunes from the DJ, sipping on cold drinks from our fully stocked bar, and taking in stunning harbour views as we bring the Pride to the water for this one-night-only cruise. Bring the energy on Halifax’s best floating dance club!



Sunday July 26, 2026 8:00pm - 10:00pm ADT
Cable Wharf 1751 LOWER WATER STREET
 

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