6 Things to Do in Vancouver for Pride

Amidst the parades, we’ve found a variety of events and activities happening around the city to celebrate Pride, no matter your speed—from running a 10k to leisurely appreciating flower displays.

1. Van Vogue Jam Polish Ball

Strut your stuff or become a strut observer at the ever-iconic Posh Ball. Back and bigger than ever, this event celebrates the legacy of ballroom culture as an outlet for QTBIPOC expression and community building through extravagance and creativity. Get ready for bigger cash prizes and exciting industry-sponsored categories including best body garnish, best hand performance, best fast-food restaurant inspired performance, best fruit and vegetable inspired performance, and more.

When: July 27

Where: Sheraton Wall Centre

Cost: From $38.61

More info: eventbrite.ca

2. Pride Flower Installations

Fleur de Villes is making these sunny days a whole lot brighter with Pride-inspired installations, including a giant heart at Bentall Centre, a rainbow-hued floral sculpture at Park Place, and disco balls and flowers on the trees at Jim Deva Plaza. Not to mention the giant PRIDE letters in Davie Village made of flowers. Talk about Pride in full bloom!

When: July 26 to August 4

Where: The West End and Downtown

Cost: Free

More info: fleursdevilles.com

3. The Really Gay History Tour

Think you know Vancouver? Think again. Offered twice a week from now through September, The Really Gay History Tour gives a side of Vancouver you certainly don’t see on a hop-on-hop-off tour. Led by queer storyteller and historian Glenn Tkach, guests can learn all about Vancouver’s transgender crime fighters, two spirit warriors, queer church ministers, and more.

When: Now through October

Where: Davie Village

Cost: $30

More info: forbiddenvancouver.ca

4. Science World After Dark: Pride into the Future

It’s the same Science World we know and love, but instead of exhibits on the human body and replicas of natural habitats, we’re getting performances from drag queens and queer comedians, and talks from 2SLGBTQIA STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) professionals. Open to adults 19+, enjoy the fun with a cold beer, cider, or glass of wine.

When: August 1

Where: Science World

Cost: $40

More info: scienceworld.ca

5. Pride Run and Walk 2024 

The Vancouver Frontrunners Pride Run and Walk welcomes runners and walkers of all levels and abilities to celebrate 2SLGBTQIA+ communities and allies. This year, the 10k running course around Stanley Park and the 5k walking path towards Coal Harbour will be combined so everyone finishes together at Ceperley Park. So even if you walk, dance, crawl, run, or roll to the finish line, you can enjoy the post-race spirit and satisfaction.

When: July 28

Where: Stanley Park

Cost: $40

More info: raceroster.com

6. Fitness is Such a Drag: Pride Fundraiser Workout Class

On July 30, ditch your daily run or gym session and hit the Art Gallery instead to get your heart rate up with drag queens Kendall Gender, Bibi SouPhresh, Tiffany Ann Co. and Hazel. The event will feature three 20-minute beginner-friendly fitness sessions which include cardio, step fitness, and strength training. All proceeds will go to QMUNITY—a non-profit organization based in Vancouver that provides a safe space and community for 2SLGBTQIA+ people and their allies, so you can sweat good while doing good.

When: July 30

Where: Art Gallery North Plaza

Cost: $27.96

More info: eventbrite.ca