Name: PRIDE VS. PREJUDICE: The Delwin Vriend Story
Start: 2024-08-15T19:00:00-06:00
End: 2024-08-15T22:00:00-06:00
Location: Roxy Theatre

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June 2024
Pillow Princesses: Elixir’s Cabinet of Curiosities

June 27, 2024 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm MDT

Drag Show

Grindstone Theatre 10019 81 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB, Canada
This pride, we know what you’re thinking: What about the bottoms? Your local drag witch is proud to present: Pillow Princesses.

Get a little witchy and sensual with Elixir and an incredible cast of curiosities at the anticipated return of Elixir's Cabinet of Curiosities.

Pillow Princesses is a pride special featuring art that represents softness, sensuality, and above all else: bottom energy. Think big luxurious pillows, lace trim, and the feeling of a summer romance… or a trucker hat and a tall boy, whatever makes you feel like a princess. Join us for drag, burlesque, and art of all kinds in a space where all queer folks can thrive. Let us embrace some camp and glamour as we let queer joy reign.

$22.71
Michel(The)

June 27, 2024 @ 7:30 pm - June 29, 2024 @ 9:00 pm MDT

Theatre or Movie Event

Servus Credit Union Theater - La Cité Francophone 8627 Rue Marie-Anne Gaboury, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
A production of Théâtre la Seizième

TEXT AND INTERPRETATION: Joey Lspérance
DIRECTED: Esther Duquette

As children, Joey and Michel loved to put on shows for their family and friends. It was otherwise difficult to show their true colors in the working-class Quebec of the 60s and 70s where they grew up. To free themselves from this harsh reality, Michel and his brother Joey found their way in the artistic scene. The latter pursued a prolific acting career in Vancouver, while Michel shone on the Montreal drag scene. Then came the ultimate liberation: Michel became Michelle, the woman she had always been, deep down. Until the day when external forces got the better of her true identity. Is it possible to truly flourish when we don't fit the roles that society imposes on us?

This first autobiographical solo by actor Joey Lespérance paints a portrait of a courageous and marginal journey full of contrasts. In a refined staging by Esther Duquette, this powerful speech by the Vancouver artist brings to life the lost dream of his "brother" Michel(le), who always wanted to do theater.

$35.00
FRUiTS iN SUiTS Pride Month Patio Mix ‘n’ Mingle

June 28, 2024 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm MDT

Pride Gathering

Dolly's Cocktail Bar 9902 109 St NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Celebrate Pride Month 2024 at Edmonton's Best Happy Hour! ... Great conversation... ... Great food... ... ... Meet new peeps... ... ... ... Connect with old friends No cover. No dress code. Everyone welcome!FRUiTS iN SUiTS is the last Friday of every month 18+ or All Ages18+ VenueDolly's Cocktail Bar (Patio) AddressStreet Address : 9902 […]

Free
Love Out Loud Night Market

June 28, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm MDT

Pride Fair
Rainbow Market

Alberta Aviation Museum 11410 Kingsway NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Help us celebrate Pride at the 2nd Annual Love Out Loud Night Market. 85+ local vendors, crafters, artists, food trucks, and community groups. Door prizes. All Ages. Free Entry.

Free
2024 Gay Edmonton Pageant

June 28, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm MDT

Drag Show
Performance/Concert/Show

Matrix Hotel 10640 100 Avenue NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Join us on June 28th for an evening where fantasy springs to life and mythical secrets are revealed.

Competitors will vie for the prestigious titles of Mr., Mz., and Mx. Gay Edmonton, each bringing their unique flair to the stage. From mystical performances to spellbinding costumes, our contestants will leave you mesmerized.

Come and be part of an evening where every mystery has magic, and every heart can be a hero. This is not just a pageant; it’s a celebration of the diverse and dynamic spirit of our community!

$15.00
EQHP Walking Tour – Politics and Protest

June 29, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am MDT

Walking Tour

Alberta Legislature Building 10800 - 97 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Join Michael Phair and guest on the steps of the Legislature for this talk and walk back through time. Hear about things like Delwin Vriend, early attempts to change the Individual Rights Protection Act, the Lake of Fire, and so much more. Alberta governments haven’t always had our backs as a community, but we have never been silent.

Not familiar with our tours? Attending the conference and not familiar with the city? Don’t worry. Our friendly guides will explain everything you need to know before we start, but you’re looking at a 90-minute guided walking tour, rain or shine, and our knowledgeable guides encourage interaction and are able to tailor the talk to the group.

Free
Solidarity March for LGBTIQ+ Refugees and Newcomers

June 29, 2024 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm MDT

Pride March

Beaver Hills House Park 10404 Jasper Avenue NW, 105 St NW, Edmonton, AB, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Pride Solidarity March is a RARICANow event to advocate for equitable housing, healthcare services, settlement support for Black LGBTIQ+ Refugees and Newcomers as well as eradication of discrimination towards queer individuals.

Free
Celebrate Pride at Rabbit Hill

June 29, 2024 @ 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm MDT

Pride Gathering
Sports Event

Rabbit Hill Snow Resort 20715 57 Ave SW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Join us for a celebration of love, diversity, and equality at Rabbit Hill!

Activities include:

Tubing Discount: Enjoy 10% off summer tubing if you wear a Pride flag or rainbow themed attire. Book in person at customer service to receive the discount.

Craft Station: Make colorful bracelets to show off your pride and creativity.

Glitter Tattoos: Add some sparkle to your celebration with our glitter tattoos. Choose from a variety of designs to express yourself.

Feature Pride Drink: Enjoy our special Pride-themed drink, crafted to delight your taste buds and celebrate the spirit of the event.

$32.00
Edmonton Riverhawks Love Wins Pride Night!

June 29, 2024 @ 7:05 pm - 11:00 pm MDT

Dance Party
Pride Gathering
Sports Event

Re/Max Field 10233 96 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB, Canada
Get ready to mark your calendars because the Edmonton Riverhawks are gearing up to host their Third Annual Pride Night at the ballpark powered by MacEwan University on Saturday, June 29th!

It's a celebration of love and inclusiveness, with special guests from the 2SLGBTQ+ community and local organizations, performers from the Party Queens, and the vibrant presence of Pride Tape. Don't miss the chance to bid on the Riverhawks 2024 edition pride jerseys, with all proceeds benefiting MacEwan University's Centre for Sexual and Gender Diversity.

After the game, the festivities continue with a post-game dance party right on the field, featuring a live DJ! Join us for an evening of baseball and fun as we strive to create a more welcoming and inclusive sports community within Edmonton!

$19.99
Celebrate!

June 29, 2024 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm MDT

Performance/Concert/Show

Westbury Theatre - Fringe Theatre Arts Barn 10330 84 Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
EVM’s 2024 pride concert celebrates Paula Roberts and her twenty-five years of dynamic leadership of Edmonton Vocal Minority. Celebrate! also introduces the choir’s new artistic director, Erin Craig, whose skill and musicianship will guide the choir forward into its next phase of development. As usual, the host for the evening is the multi-talented Edmonton Queer icon, Darrin Hagen.

Paula’s love for rhythmic, high-energy choral music is reflected in the program choices and EVM will also be presenting two of Erin Craig’s original arrangements. Supporting musicians will be the choir's accompanist Daniel Belland, drummer Dean Pierno, and bass player Josh McHan.

Join EVM as they celebrate Paula Roberts and Queer pride!

$21.00
Complicating Pride @ SSUC

June 30, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm MDT

Ecumenical
Pride Gathering

Southminster-Steinhauer United Church 10740 19 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB, Canada
You’re invited to an open, expansive, safe and calming time for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and their allies. We’ll honour all our emotions for the month of pride, acknowledge the work yet to do, and set intentions for the year ahead, including a ritual of holding our Pride month joy and anxieties in a personal, safe […]

Free
July 2024
Regulating Morality: Exploring Edmonton’s Queer History

July 1, 2024 @ 10:00 am - September 15, 2024 @ 5:00 pm MDT

Pride Gathering

Fort Edmonton Park 7000 143 St NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
The Edmonton Queer History Project and Fort Edmonton Park proudly announce the opening of “Regulating Morality: Exploring Edmonton’s Queer History,” a historical display showcasing 2SLGBTQ+ existence and resistance in the ongoing fight for human rights.

Regulating Morality explores key historic events including the moral theocracy of “Bible Bill” Aberhart, HIV/AIDS pandemic, the landmark Vriend v. Alberta Supreme Court case, to current threats against 2SLGBTQ+ equality and human rights. The exhibition explores the moral and gender panics of both the past and present, community resilience and activism, and educational, legal, and political challenges surrounding 2SLGBTQ+ issues in Alberta over the past 100 years.

Regulating Morality: Exploring Edmonton’s Queer History is open until September 15, 2024 in Reed’s China and Gift Shop on 1905 Street at Fort Edmonton Park. Entrance is free with admission to the park.

Tickets Included with your admission to Fort Edmonton Park

$31.00
Over the Rainbow Storytime

July 6, 2024 @ 2:30 pm - 3:00 pm MDT

Performance/Concert/Show

Edmonton Public Library - Idylwylde 8310 88 Avenue NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes that celebrate diversity, inclusion, and acceptance. Suitable for the whole family

Idylwylde Branch

Free
EQHP Walking Tour – Baths & Bars

July 10, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm MDT

Walking Tour

Pisces Bathhouse (Former location) 10906 105 Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Join Rob Browatzke and guest at the Pisces Spa for a Wednesday evening stroll down memory lane, visiting the pubs, clubs, and tubs of yestergay! The tour begins at the infamous Pisces Spa and circles through Edmonton’s gay disco district before ending back at your cars!

Not familiar with our tours? Attending the conference and not familiar with the city? Don’t worry. Our friendly guides will explain everything you need to know before we start, but you’re looking at a 90-minute guided walking tour, rain or shine, and our knowledgeable guides encourage interaction and are able to tailor the talk to the group.

We are pleased to be able to provide ASL interpretation for this walking tour. Please notify us at least one week in advance when you register.

Free
Sapphic Pride 2024

July 12, 2024 @ 10:00 pm - 2:30 am MDT

Dance Party

Evolution Wonderlounge 10220 – 103 St NW, Edmonton, AB, Canada
The Summer of Pride continues, with one for the Sapphics!
(As always, all parties are open to everyone regardless of sexual orientation or gender orientation)

Special Guest DJ Krista Mac is a queer, enby and feminist performer who loves to throw it back to classic songs throughout their sets. Based on the west coast in Vancouver, B.C., they have opened for artists such as Cobrah, Manilla Luzon, The Funk Hunters, Whitney Day, Netta, and TT The Artist. With a strong love of dance pop, edm and deep house Krista Mac draws inspiration from large-scale festival performances to keep any crowd moving.

Free with your ticket to Sapphic Panic or $7 at the door from 10-2
No Advance Tickets

$7.00
Over the Rainbow Storytime

July 14, 2024 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am MDT

Performance/Concert/Show

Edmonton Public Library - Lois Hole (Callingwood) 17650 69 Avenue NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes that celebrate diversity, inclusion, and acceptance. Suitable for the whole family

Lois Hole Branch (Callingwood)

Free
TELUS originals FLASHBACK (2024)

July 18, 2024 @ 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm MDT

Theatre or Movie Event

Metro Cinema 8712 109 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
HIV Edmonton presents a screening of the new TELUS Originals feature documentary film, Flashback (2024) at the Metro Cinema.

Following the screening HIV Edmonton's Executive Director Catherine Broomfield will host a discussion panel with AIDS Network of Edmonton/HIV Edmonton founder Michael Phair, Queer Historian Ron Byers and from Tangerine Productions Film Director Peter Hays.

It was the Studio 54 of the Prairies, a club that owner John Reid vowed would be a safe place for ‘gay people and their friends.’ Flashback is the story of a defiant disco dance culture of sweat and sex and drugs and fashion.

Located in a conservative northern Canadian city often hostile to queer people, Flashback became a sensation on the international club circuit despite police raids, threats of violence and the scourge of AIDS.

Flashback is a ghost. But it comes alive again in the memories of the people who were there and the legends they left behind.

$14.50
EQHP Walking Tour – Buddys to Buddys

July 22, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm MDT

Walking Tour

Remedy Cafe - 124 Street 10310 124 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Join good buddies GoDiva and Rob Browatzke for a walk around the west end of Jasper, as we go from Buddys to Buddys! Tour starts off at Remedy Cafe and revisits places like Pride Video, Down Under, Buddys, Woodys, and Steamworks, and even the very first Flashback! Not familiar with our tours? Attending the conference […]

Free
Pride Night at KDays 2024

July 26, 2024 @ 6:00 pm - 12:00 am MDT

Pride Gathering

Edmonton EXPO Centre & Exhibition Grounds 7515 – 118 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB, Canada
JOIN US ON JULY 26 FOR PRIDE NIGHT.

From Pride Market to a drag/improv comedy show, celebrity and local drag showcases to Klondike Park afterparties—Pride Night will be jam-packed with incredible entertainment celebrating Edmonton's LGBTQ2S+ communities.

$15.00
Legends of Drag at Taste of Edmonton 2024

July 27, 2024 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm MDT

Drag Show

Sir Winston Churchill Square 9900 - 102 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB, Canada
They're back at Taste of Edmonton!

Come on down for the tastiest festival in Edmonton - with some amazing local drag talent guaranteed to razzle and dazzle!

Join GoDiva, Pepper, Tanner Steele, Tequila Mockingbird, and Vanity Fair for a legendary set - then stick around and enjoy a Saturday sampling food and listening to other acts, including the Saturday grand finale, Glass Tiger!

Free
Drag Queen BINGO fundraiser for Camp Dragonfly

July 27, 2024 @ 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm MDT

Drag Show

Unitarian Church of Edmonton 10804 119 St NW, Edmonton, AB, Canada
Join Dragging Youth and GoGo Fetch for a night of bingo, prizes and mini games as we set out to raise some money for the Camp Dragonfly!

The $10 ticket will get you two rounds of GoGo Fetch’s version of Drag Queen Bingo with supplies included.

The game is based around BINGO with added mini games and added sass to create a “Game Show” style feel. Get ready to get up out of your seat, literally, and maybe even Lipsync for your life to win some great prizes!

Purchase tickets to our shows at Shopify
https://draggingyouth.myshopify.com
Tickets $10

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And don’t forget to bring cash to Tip your favourite performers and for refreshments from the concession!

$10.00
ISCWR Coronation 50/50 Raffle

July 29, 2024 @ 8:00 am - August 17, 2024 @ 10:30 pm MDT

Community Fundraiser

Matrix Hotel 10640 100 Avenue NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
**ISCWR Coronation 50/50: Supporting the Reconstruction of Jasper**

The Imperial Sovereign Court of the Wild Rose (ISCWR) is thrilled to announce the Coronation 50/50 draw, a fabulous event dedicated to supporting the reconstruction of Jasper!

We invite you to join us in this glittering effort to stand with Jasper and show our unwavering support for its vibrant community. Every ticket sold helps to rebuild and rejuvenate a place that holds a special spot in our hearts.

**Why should you participate?**

- **Support a Great Cause:** Your contribution will directly aid in the reconstruction efforts, bringing hope and resources to Jasper.

- **Win Big:** One lucky winner could walk away with up to $10,000! Imagine the possibilities with that prize.

- **Celebrate Community:** This is more than just a draw; it’s a celebration of love, unity, and resilience. Let’s come together and show our Pride in the most fabulous way possible.

**How to Get Involved:**

- **Purchase Your Tickets:** Sales are open from July 29th, 12:00 pm to August 17th, 10:30 pm.

- **Stay Tuned for the Final Draw:** The winner will be announced at the Coronation celebration at the Matrix Hotel, so make sure you’re ready for the excitement!

Together, we can make a difference. Together, we stand and support Jasper. Let's sparkle and shine brighter than ever!

https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/helpjasper

$5.00
August 2024
EQHP Walking Tour – Building a Queer Community

August 8, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm MDT

Walking Tour

Michael Phair Park 10124 104 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Join Michael Phair and Dr Kris Wells at Michael Phair Park for a deep-dive into why 104 St remains one of the most pivotal streets in our city's queer history. From GATE to Flashback and the Roost, 104 St is the heart of our downtown, and the heart of our queer history! Not familiar with […]

Free
ISCWR Coronation 49 Festival

August 11, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - August 18, 2024 @ 1:00 pm MDT

Drag Show
Performance/Concert/Show

Matrix Hotel 10640 100 Avenue NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
This year celebrate the Coronation of the 49th Monarchs of the Imperial Sovereign Court of the Wild Rose. The ISCWR is Canada’s second oldest chapter of the International Court System and Alberta’s longest continuously running 2SLGBTQIA+ organization.

Join us as we honor the achievements of the reigning Emprex 48, Gabe Itch and Emprex 48, Tilda WorldEnds. Then witness the newly elected Monarchs take their oaths of office and have their Crowns placed on them in front of the College of Monarchs of the Imperial Sovereign Court of the Wild Rose.

What first began as one evening of celebration and fancy dress now stands as a one week festival of pageantry, entertainment and celebration as part of Edmonton’s long list of festivals throughout the year.

Open to view the list of events during the Coronation 49 Festival.

Note that ticket prices vary by event

$11.30
PRIDE VS. PREJUDICE: The Delwin Vriend Story

August 15, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm MDT

Theatre or Movie Event

Roxy Theatre 10708 124 St NW, Edmonton, AB, Canada
Join us for a special encore screening of Pride vs. Prejudice on August 15 and August 25 at The Roxy Theatre in Edmonton!

PRIDE vs. PREJUDICE: The Delwin Vriend Story

August 15 & 25, 7:00pm

Delwin Vriend never wanted to be a human rights activist, but in challenging his firing for being gay, he set in motion a chain of events that impacted the lives of LGBTQ+ people —not just in Alberta, not just in Canada, but around the globe.

For the August 15 screening, we invite you to join us for a celebration of human rights featuring:

Opening Remarks from Tina Thomas, CEO, Edmonton Community Foundation.

Post-film discussion featuring Kathryn Oviatt, Chief of the Commission and Tribunals of the Alberta Human Rights Commission and special guests.

$16.00

A Pride Unlike Any Other
https://prideedmonton.ca/a-pride-unlike-any-other/

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