Halifax Pride Calendar

Halifax Pride Calendar

Welcome to the 2025 Halifax Pride Online Festival Calendar!

11:00am ADT

Back to Our Roots Picnic and Market

Friday July 18, 2025 11:00am - 2:00pm ADT

The Garrison Grounds

Presented as part of Halifax Pride 2025 with the Enchante Network and Canada’s 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce
Celebrate Black queer creativity, resilience, and community at the Back to Our Roots Picnic and Market: a vibrant gathering of local Black 2SLGBTQI+ artisans, makers, and visionaries. Rooted in joy and resistance, this market is more than a place to shop, it's a space to connect, reflect, and flourish together.
Come explore handmade goods, art, fashion, and wellness products crafted with care, all while enjoying sounds by DJ aniiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiita and snacks by Brawta Jamaican Jerk Joint. Whether you're here to support local talent or just soak in the energy, this is a space for us, by us to shine and grow.
In the spirit of Halifax Pride’s 2025 theme, Flourish, we invite you to celebrate where we come from and everything we’re growing into.

Friday July 18, 2025 11:00am - 2:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds

Halifax Pride Organized

Accessibility Information Accessible Seating, Accessible Parking, Accessible Washrooms, Low Sensory, Inclusive Washrooms (Gender Neutral)
Event Focus Crafts, Free, QTBIPOC Focus, Visual Art

12:00pm ADT

Halifax Pride Parade

Saturday July 19, 2025 12:00pm - 3:00pm ADT

Downtown Halifax

Atlantic Canada’s largest Pride Parade is back! Join us to cheer, dance, and spread joy through the streets of Halifax to celebrate the 2SLGBTQIA+ community! If you want to watch or cheer on the Parade, there are different viewing areas for various accessibility needs. A masked viewing area will be on the Garrison Grounds of the Festival Site, a low sensory viewing area is provided within the John W. Lindsay YMCA on Sackville street. The accessible and described viewing areas can be found on Spring Garden Road.

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.

More information regarding Parade accessibility can be found here: https://www.halifaxpride.com/accessibility

Saturday July 19, 2025 12:00pm - 3:00pm ADT
Downtown Halifax

Halifax Pride Organized

Accessibility Information Accessible Washrooms, Accessible Parking, Accessible Viewing Area, Described Viewing Area, Mask Optional Event, Masked Viewing Area, Low Sensory Viewing Area, Live Stream
Event Focus Activism, All Ages, Drag, Free, Parade Day

12:00pm ADT

Aqua Drag Fitness

Monday July 21, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm ADT

John W. Lindsay YMCA @ 5640 Sackville St

Take a dip into this aquatic fitness class! This is your chance to make some waves at the John W. Lindsay YMCA pool alongside local drag artists, so bring your bathing suit and come on down!

*ID is required upon entry

Advance registration is advised.

Monday July 21, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm ADT
John W. Lindsay YMCA 5640 Sackville St

Halifax Pride Organized

Accessibility Information Accessible Parking, American Sign Language (ASL) Interpretation
Event Focus Active Living, All Ages, Drag, Free
Advance Registration Link https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdzxmKc4vU9GxOK0EjQ4zGGB3a1Faut7-a6J4YBraiNfjREqw/viewform?usp=dialog

4:00pm ADT

Elder Hangout with the Elderberries

Monday July 21, 2025 4:00pm - 6:00pm ADT

The Garrison Grounds @ 5640 Sackville St

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.

Monday July 21, 2025 4:00pm - 6:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds

Halifax Pride Organized

Accessibility Information Accessible Parking, Accessible Washrooms, Inclusive Washrooms (Gender Neutral), Wheelchair Accessible Space
Event Focus Closed Space, Free, Hangout

7:00pm ADT

Pride March

Monday July 21, 2025 7:00pm - 8:00pm ADT

Province House @ 1726 Hollis St

Join us in solidarity for our annual March, starting at Province house. Community members will speak words of action and protest. Bring candles as we march to Peace & Friendship Park for a Candlelight Vigil.

Monday July 21, 2025 7:00pm - 8:00pm ADT
Province House 1726 Hollis St

Halifax Pride Organized

Accessibility Information Accessible Parking, American Sign Language (ASL) Interpretation, Wheelchair Accessible Space
Event Focus All Ages, Activism, Free

10:00am ADT

Fit Together: Evolve Boot Camp

Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am ADT

The Garrison Grounds @ 1726 Hollis St

As the third installment of our Active Living series, this boot camp will help community members get active, evolve and flourish. Join us on the Garrison Grounds to work up a sweat. All experience levels are welcome.

Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am ADT
The Garrison Grounds

Halifax Pride Organized

Accessibility Information Accessible Parking, Accessible Washrooms, Inclusive Washrooms (Gender Neutral), American Sign Language (ASL) Interpretation
Event Focus Active Living, All Ages, Free

12:00pm ADT

Two-Spirit Teachings & Storytelling Circle

Tuesday July 22, 2025 12:00pm - 3:00pm ADT

The Garrison Grounds @ 1726 Hollis St

In collaboration with the Wabanaki Two Spirit Alliance, join us for an intimate circle led by Elders, Knowledge Keepers, or Two-Spirit leaders sharing teachings on roles, responsibilities, and wellness. This space will focus on cultural grounding and traditional knowledge. This event will take place in an on-site Teepee on the Garrison Grounds and is open to the public.

Speakers

Wabanaki Two Spirit Alliance

Tuesday July 22, 2025 12:00pm - 3:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds

Halifax Pride Organized

Accessibility Information Accessible Parking, Accessible Washrooms, Inclusive Washrooms (Gender Neutral), American Sign Language (ASL) Interpretation
Event Focus All Ages, Free, Two Spirit Focus

4:00pm ADT

Trans & Non-binary Hangout (Closed Space)

Tuesday July 22, 2025 4:00pm - 6:00pm ADT

The Garrison Grounds @ 1726 Hollis St

This Trans and Non-binary hangout is a chance to share joy! Join us for two hours of mingling and open mic celebrations from Trans and Non-Binary community members! Whether it is poetry, song, or spoken word, let your radiant voice be heard in a safe and affirming space — join us to celebrate Trans and Non-binary joy!

Submit an expression of interest to speak at the open mic: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe3ZZo55-Xs9X61T6GX5NRVsf5UUH5JmwBYUOxTddFkc_6MdA/viewform?usp=dialog

Tuesday July 22, 2025 4:00pm - 6:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds

Halifax Pride Organized

Accessibility Information Accessible Parking, Accessible Washrooms, American Sign Language (ASL) Interpretation, Inclusive Washrooms (Gender Neutral)
Event Focus All Ages, Closed Space, Hangout, Free, Trans & Non-Binary Focus

6:00pm ADT

Dodgeball Learn-to-Play with Halifax Rainbow Dodgeball

Tuesday July 22, 2025 6:00pm - 8:30pm ADT

John W. Lindsay YMCA @ 5640 Sackville St

This Halifax Rainbow Dodgeball led event will allow newcomers and pros to have some low stakes fun on the dodgeball court! This inclusive learn-to-play session at the YMCA will allow attendees to get to know the game and the community in a supportive and inclusive environment. You’ll have a ball!

*ID is required upon entry

Advance registration is advised

Tuesday July 22, 2025 6:00pm - 8:30pm ADT
John W. Lindsay YMCA 5640 Sackville St

Halifax Pride Organized

Accessibility Information Accessible Parking, Accessible Washrooms, Wheelchair Accessible Space
Event Focus Active Living, All Ages, Health & Wellness, Games
Advance Registration Link https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe8T8TnzK1i3EG5Eda8K_v_Pci4zXz688-UpPCk4HkAk7bllA/viewform?usp=dialog

9:00pm ADT

Youth Prom

Tuesday July 22, 2025 9:00pm - Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:00am ADT

The Garrison Grounds @ 5640 Sackville St

Join Halifax Pride and the Youth Project for this night to remember! The youth prom is a space for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth to celebrate their Queerness with old friends and new. Whether you’re dancing the night away or snapping pics in the photo booth, the Youth Prom is a time for celebration!

This event is for youth 19 and under.

Tuesday July 22, 2025 9:00pm - Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:00am ADT
The Garrison Grounds

Halifax Pride Organized

Accessibility Information Accessible Parking, Accessible Washrooms, Dry Event (No Drugs or Alcohol Offered at Event), Wheelchair Accessible Space, Youth Focus
Event Focus Music, Dance, Dry, Free, Youth

10:00am ADT

Fit Together: Pilates with Aura Wellness

Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am ADT

The Garrison Grounds @ 5640 Sackville St

In the final event of our Active Living series, come work up a sweat with a group Pilates session! All skill levels are welcome. Brought to you in partnership with Saje.

Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am ADT
The Garrison Grounds

Halifax Pride Organized

Accessibility Information Accessible Parking, Accessible Washrooms, Dry Event (No Drugs or Alcohol Offered at Event), Inclusive Washrooms (Gender Neutral)
Event Focus Active Living, All Ages, Dry, Free, Health & Wellness

12:00pm ADT

Two-Spirit Panel: Resistance, Resurgence and Joy

Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:00pm - 3:00pm ADT

The Garrison Grounds @ 5640 Sackville St

Join Halifax Pride and the Wabanaki Two Spirit Alliance for this panel discussion featuring Two-Spirit youth, adults, and Elders reflecting on identity, advocacy, and community care. This event will take place within an on-site Teepee on Garrison Grounds.

Speakers

Wabanaki Two Spirit Alliance

Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:00pm - 3:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds

Halifax Pride Organized

Accessibility Information Accessible Parking, American Sign Language (ASL) Interpretation, Inclusive Washrooms (Gender Neutral)
Event Focus Activism, All Ages, Free, Two Spirit Focus

4:00pm ADT

QTBIPOC Hangout (Closed Space)

Wednesday July 23, 2025 4:00pm - 6:00pm ADT

The Garrison Grounds @ 5640 Sackville St

QTBIPOC community members are encouraged to join us on the Garrison Grounds for this fun filled hangout!

Wednesday July 23, 2025 4:00pm - 6:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds

Halifax Pride Organized

Accessibility Information Accessible Parking, Accessible Washrooms, Inclusive Washrooms (Gender Neutral)
Event Focus All Ages, Closed Space, Crafts, Free, Games, QTBIPOC Focus, Hangout

5:00pm ADT

Zumba Drag Fitness

Wednesday July 23, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm ADT

John W. Lindsay YMCA @ 5640 Sackville St

Get ready to shimmy, shake and sparkle at Zumba Drag Fitness! Whether you’re a zumba pro or just joining for the vibes, all skill levels are welcome! Sweating has never looked so good!

*ID is required upon entry

Advance registration is advised.

Wednesday July 23, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm ADT
John W. Lindsay YMCA 5640 Sackville St

Halifax Pride Organized

Accessibility Information Accessible Parking, Accessible Washrooms, American Sign Language (ASL) Interpretation, Wheelchair Accessible Space
Event Focus Active Living, All Ages, Dance, Drag, Dry, Free, Health & Wellness
Advance Registration Link https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScYkl4Hgmye_dXSsCD9o4LnCZbqPkIclXiIe8bxKOWnelml2A/viewform?usp=dialog

12:00pm ADT

Creative Drop-In: Beading & Resistance Art

Thursday July 24, 2025 12:00pm - 4:00pm ADT

The Garrison Grounds @ 5640 Sackville St

An open, youth- and family-friendly space with crafting, reflection stations, and cultural artwork. The Wabanaki Two Spirit Alliance’s Elder in Residence Veronica will support with a display featuring feathers, hides, dreamcatchers, and teachings connected to the medicine wheel. This event will be hosted in collaboration with the Wabanaki Two Spirit Alliance and will take place within an on-site Teepee on the Garrison Grounds.

Speakers

Wabanaki Two Spirit Alliance

Thursday July 24, 2025 12:00pm - 4:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds

Halifax Pride Organized

Accessibility Information Inclusive Washrooms (Gender Neutral), Accessible Washrooms, Accessible Parking, Wheelchair Accessible Space
Event Focus All Ages, Activism, Crafts, Free, Two Spirit Focus, Visual Art

4:00pm ADT

Sapphic Hangout (Closed Space)

Thursday July 24, 2025 4:00pm - 6:00pm ADT

The Garrison Grounds @ 5640 Sackville St

Wanting to make friends in the Sapphic social scene? Look no further than the Sapphic Hangout! This picnic hangout will have games, crafts, and more! Bring your own blanket, and get ready for a great time with old friends and new!

Thursday July 24, 2025 4:00pm - 6:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds

Halifax Pride Organized

Accessibility Information Accessible Parking, Accessible Washrooms, Low Sensory, Inclusive Washrooms (Gender Neutral)
Event Focus All Ages, Closed Space, Crafts, Free, Games, Hangout

7:30pm ADT

Haliwood Queers with Eastern Front Theatre

Thursday July 24, 2025 7:30pm - 9:00pm ADT

Alderney Theatre @ 2 Ochterloney Street

GET TICKETS HERE

A hilarious quiz show featuring some of Haliwood’s most famous faces.

Join host Anna Mona-Pia and a slew of queer Halifamous celebrities in a classic game of trivia tic-tac-toe. Contestants from the audience will compete for glamorous local prizes, wading through campy questions and hilarious answers to determine who is telling the truth, and who is bluffing.

This hilarious night includes performances by Elle Noir and Rouge Fatale, and features sociologist Robert S. Wright, MLA Dr. Lisa Lachance, and more!

Artists

Anna Mona Pia

Elle Noir

Thursday July 24, 2025 7:30pm - 9:00pm ADT
Alderney Theatre 2 Ochterloney Street

Halifax Pride Organized

Accessibility Information American Sign Language (ASL) Interpretation, Accessible Washrooms, Accessible Parking, Wheelchair Accessible Space
Event Focus All Ages, Drag, Games

12:00pm ADT

Our Sacred Bodies: Wellness & Affirmation Workshop

Friday July 25, 2025 12:00pm - 3:30pm ADT

The Garrison Grounds @ 2 Ochterloney Street

Join Halifax Pride and the Wabanaki Two Spirit Alliance for this wellness-based workshop, focused on somatic healing, body sovereignty, and affirmations, including movement, smudging, and journaling. This open-to-all event will take place in an on-site Teepee on the Garrison Grounds.

Speakers

Wabanaki Two Spirit Alliance

Friday July 25, 2025 12:00pm - 3:30pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds

Halifax Pride Organized

Accessibility Information Accessible Parking, Accessible Washrooms, Inclusive Washrooms (Gender Neutral)
Event Focus All Ages, Free, Health & Wellness, Two Spirit Focus, Visual Art

5:30pm ADT

Wanderers Pride Match + Tailgate

Friday July 25, 2025 5:30pm - 9:00pm ADT

Wanderers Grounds @ 5819 Sackville St, Halifax, NS

GET TICKETS HERE

Kick it with Pride for the Halifax Wanderers Pride and Diversity Match! Before you watch the Wanderers face off against Forge FC from 7:00pm - 9:00pm, come have a blast with lawn games and local drag artists at the pre-match tailgate 5:30pm - 7:00pm!

Friday July 25, 2025 5:30pm - 9:00pm ADT
Wanderers Grounds

Halifax Pride Organized

Accessibility Information Accessible Parking, Accessible Seating, Accessible Viewing Area, Accessible Washrooms, Wheelchair Accessible Space
Event Focus All Ages, Drag, Games

6:00pm ADT

YMCA All Bodies Swim

Friday July 25, 2025 6:00pm - 8:00pm ADT

John W. Lindsay YMCA @ 5640 Sackville St

All bodies are encouraged to make a splash at the YMCA! Make some waves with your 2-Spirit, Trans, and Non-binary friends in the YMCA’s pool facilities. This swim is open to all bodies, but is focused on providing a safe space for our 2STGNC community members.

*ID is required upon entry

Advance registration is advised.

Friday July 25, 2025 6:00pm - 8:00pm ADT
John W. Lindsay YMCA 5640 Sackville St

Halifax Pride Organized

Accessibility Information Accessible Washrooms, Accessible Parking, Dry Event (No Drugs or Alcohol Offered at Event)
Event Focus Active Living, Dry, Free, Health & Wellness, Trans & Non-Binary Focus
Advance Registration Link https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdZ9KeegsVqaky4S64bPKju85s1PD-6z_RUVcWio26GowIFjA/viewform?usp=dialog

4:00pm ADT

Out & Active

Saturday July 26, 2025 4:00pm - 7:00pm ADT

Pemamkiaq Beach Volleyball Courts @ 261 Commodore Dr, Dartmouth NS

Get on your feet for this exciting evening of friendly sportsmanship! Join Halifax Pride, Volleyball NS, Soccer NS, and International Gay Rugby for some friendly matches, teaming up with old friends or new ones. Whether you’re a total pro or a complete beginner, all skill levels are welcome.
DJ inchworm will be spinning tunes all evening to keep the vibes up!

Pre registration is encouraged.

Saturday July 26, 2025 4:00pm - 7:00pm ADT
Pemamkiaq Beach Volleyball Courts 261 Commodore Dr, Dartmouth NS

Halifax Pride Organized

Accessibility Information Accessible Parking, Accessible Washrooms
Event Focus Active Living, All Ages, Free, Games, Health & Wellness
Advance Registration Link https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScQyDOEddUaEKz7lw0n-2fdHBhma4Bj4I3R_-D7RVsUzeWUlA/viewform?usp=dialog

7:00pm ADT

Gaylidh

Saturday July 26, 2025 7:00pm - 10:00pm ADT

Neptune Theatre: Scotiabank Stage @ 1593 Argyle Street

GET TICKETS HERE

Join Halifax Pride and Neptune Theatre for the Gaylidh- a proudly Queer twist on the traditional Scottish ceilidh! We've taken everything you love about the classic night of music and dancing and infused it with vibrant Queer joy and energy. Expect traditional tunes, spirited dance, and a celebration of community that's as bold and fabulous as you are!

This event is proudly supported by Neptune Theatre, Halifax Stanfield Airport, and Support4Culture.

Tickets required for entry. Accessible seating tickets are required to reserve accessible seating for ASL.

Limited wheelchair accessible tickets available.

Doors open at 6:30pm, reception following the show.

Saturday July 26, 2025 7:00pm - 10:00pm ADT
Neptune Theatre: Scotiabank Stage 1593 Argyle Street

Halifax Pride Organized

Accessibility Information Accessible Parking, Accessible Seating, Accessible Washrooms, Wheelchair Accessible Space, American Sign Language (ASL) Interpretation, Inclusive Washrooms (Gender Neutral)
Event Focus All Ages, Dance, Music