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Thursday, July 17
 

5:00pm ADT

Halifax Pride Flag Raising
Thursday July 17, 2025 5:00pm - 5:30pm ADT
Grand Parade @ 1770 Barrington St
Kick off the Halifax Pride Festival with the annual Pride Flag Raising at Grand Parade. This powerful tradition brings together community members and partners to mark the beginning of the festival and honour the resilience, joy, and strength of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

Join us for speeches from our team, government officials, our 2025 Pride Ambassador, and Mayor Andy Filmore to make the official proclamation of Pride.

Thursday July 17, 2025 5:00pm - 5:30pm ADT
Grand Parade 1770 Barrington St
  Halifax Pride Organized

5:00pm ADT

Queer Crafternoon & BBQ
Thursday July 17, 2025 5:00pm - 7:00pm ADT
Labour Day Picnic Cafe @ 12286 Peggys Cove Rd, Glen Haven, NS B3Z 2R6
Join us for a free BBQ and arts and crafts activities, and make connections across the 2SLGBTQIA+ community in St. Margaret's Bay and beyond. Follow https://www.instagram.com/stmargaretsbaypride/ on IG for event details and updates.
Thursday July 17, 2025 5:00pm - 7:00pm ADT
Labour Day Picnic Cafe 12286 Peggys Cove Rd, Glen Haven, NS B3Z 2R6
  Community Event Funding Recipient

6:00pm ADT

Drawing Us In: Queer Compassion & Community
Thursday July 17, 2025 6:00pm - 8:00pm ADT
The North Grove @ 6 Primrose Street, Unit 115, Dartmouth, NS, B3A 4C5
Join co-editors and researchers Dr. Phillip Joy (Applied Human Nutrition, Mount Saint Vincent University) and Dr. Megan Aston (School of Nursing, Dalhousie University) for an engaging, heartfelt evening exploring Queer Compassion in 15 Comics — a new illustrated book that brings together queer stories of compassion. Part book launch, part community gathering, this event invites you into a vibrant conversation about what queer compassion looks like in everyday life. Through fifteen comic vignettes created by 2SLGBTQ+ artists and storytellers, the book explores the small acts of kindness, quiet moments of resistance, and deep connections that help us thrive. Come meet the editors, view selected comic panels, and take part in a conversation about queer health, healing, and hope. Whether you're into graphic storytelling, social justice, or just want to feel inspired — this event welcomes all. Free • All Ages • Dry Event (those under the influence will NOT be permitted to attend) • Light Snacks Provided Let’s gather in community to celebrate queer creativity and the radical power of compassion.
Thursday July 17, 2025 6:00pm - 8:00pm ADT
The North Grove 6 Primrose Street, Unit 115, Dartmouth, NS, B3A 4C5
  Community Organized
 
Friday, July 18
 

5:00pm ADT

Queer Connections: Newcomer Picnic
Friday July 18, 2025 5:00pm - 7:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds @ 6 Primrose Street, Unit 115, Dartmouth, NS, B3A 4C5
Whether you are new to Halifax or a long-time Haligonian, allow new connections to bloom at the Newcomer Picnic! Bring a blanket or a chair to have some snacks and mingle, or join us for lawn games and bingo, the choice is yours! Get friending at this event co-hosted by Queer Arabs Halifax, the Rainbow Refugees Association of Nova Scotia, and YMCA Centre for Immigrant Programs.

Feel free to bring picnic blankets and lawn chairs!

*In accordance with Halifax Pride's festival policy, there are no animals allowed on site with the exception of registered service animals

Friday July 18, 2025 5:00pm - 7:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds
  Halifax Pride Organized

8:00pm ADT

North End Queer Retro Youth Prom
Friday July 18, 2025 8:00pm - 10:00pm ADT
Veith House @ 3115 Veith St
This 15+ event is free for everyone. There will be a costume contest (we're working towards gathering some prom outfits for those who are looking for a selection!). There will also be a lip sync battle, best runway walk, sensory space (low-sensory space with games), and goodie bags with queer-focused health material.
Friday July 18, 2025 8:00pm - 10:00pm ADT
Veith House 3115 Veith St
  Community Organized
 
Saturday, July 19
 

9:00am ADT

Workout with North Endurance!
Saturday July 19, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am ADT
Halifax Commons @ North Park Street, Halifax, NS
Get ready to sweat! North Endurance invites you for a FREE WORKOUT on the Halifax Commons. Back for our fifth year, this is one of our favourite workouts - getting outside and hanging out with all of you! A beginner friendly workout with all bodyweight movements, our team of Trainers - and special guest co-coach Ripped Green! - will help all those attending move safely and affectively to ensure you have fun and get a great workout! So kickstart your Saturday with us and get pumped before the parade! Look for us on the Halifax Commons between the North Common Public Washroom (Along Cunard St) and the Commons Water Fountain. In the event of rain we'll meet at North Endurance (5687 West St), a short 400m walk from the Commons. Keep an eye on our social media for updates (Instagram, @northendurance). Any questions, please email or DM us!
Saturday July 19, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am ADT
Halifax Commons North Park Street, Halifax, NS
  Community Organized

12:00pm ADT

Halifax Pride Parade
Saturday July 19, 2025 12:00pm - 3:00pm ADT
Downtown Halifax @ North Park Street, Halifax, NS
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

1:00pm ADT

Community Market
Saturday July 19, 2025 1:00pm - 5:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds @ North Park Street, Halifax, NS
Support local 2SLGBTQIA+ vendors by perusing through our Community Market on the Garrison Grounds. Learn about the work done by 2SLGBTQ+ community organizations, and don’t miss out on the Queer-made art, clothes, gender affirming products and so much more that can be found at the Community Market!
Featured vendors and community groups include:

ARTISAN VENDORS
    Abbastract Art
    Artsy Alision
    Bayswater Beach Rope Mats & Baskets
    big boys cry
    Bobbin’s End
    Creative Collective
    Elomelo Cheeze
    Endless Draws 
    FGBINDED 
    Fire & Desire Candle Co 
    Fishplant Art 
    Fox & Fae 
    Frogdust Productions
    Heather Clay Creations
    Hilary Hex Art    
    Kay from Away 
    Lavender Lounge Art
    Little L’nu
    Made by Mara 
    Mpine Art
    My Precious Plastic
    Mystic Mint Studio
    Norm’s Niche
    Oliolds Art & Riled Whimsy Stitches
    Open-Eyed Photography
    Paint-By-Melanin 
    Radical Cat Creations 
    Reese’s Vintage Pieces 
    SADDEADFISH
    Scotian2dabone
    Shannon Long Art
    Small Hearts Shop 
    Snuggle Stitching
    Stix in Stitches
    Take It Up the Glass
    The Knottier 
    Wonky

COMMUNITY GROUPS 
    CBRC Investigaytors 
    Health Equity Allicance of Nova Scotia (HEAL NS) 
    prideHealth
    Rainbow Refugee Association of Nova Scotia 
    Saving Lives with Pride 
    Sexual Health Nova Scotia 
    The Q Creative Network
    YMCA Immigrant Services 
Saturday July 19, 2025 1:00pm - 5:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds
  Halifax Pride Organized

2:00pm ADT

Drag on the Mainstage
Saturday July 19, 2025 2:00pm - 5:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds @ North Park Street, Halifax, NS
Join us for Drag on the Mainstage, an all-ages drag showcase sponsored by Needs Convenience. This showcase will give festival goers the chance to witness local drag excellence! Tune in for this fierce afternoon of talent and glamour from our All Ages Area, or with a drink in our 19+ Beverage Area.


While limited shaded areas are available on site, folks are encouraged to bring an umbrella for shade! Water taps are also available.


Featured artists include: 
  • Andrew Guinness (He/Him)
  • Astaria (She/Her)
  • Babia Majora (They/Them)
  • Bridget Von Snaps (She/Her)
  • Halifax Gay Men’s Chorus
  • Irma Gerd (She/Her)
  • Kadence (They/Them)
  • Kings of Pride: Randi Rogenous (they/them), Michael Hunter (they/he), Richard Rockhart (he/him), Rhett Torical (he/him), Matthew McImagay (he/him), Felix Static (he/him)
  • Lavender Steel (She/Her)
  • Proshenna Rett (She/Her)
  • Queera Bang (They/Them)
  • Rustie Dawl (She/They)
  • Shayla Shenanigans (She/Her)
  • Slayosha Nicole Smith (She/Her), Tony Samuel (He/Him) and Pierre Arcand (He/They) 
  • The Haus of Towers, including Jocelyn Towers, Sara Tonin, Anita P, & Misty Towers (She/Her for all)
  • X (They/Them)

Artists
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BV
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HG
IG
JT
K
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LS
MM
MH
MT
PA
PR
QB
RR
RT
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RD
ST
SS
SN
TH
TS
X

Saturday July 19, 2025 2:00pm - 5:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds
  Halifax Pride Organized

7:00pm ADT

Halifax Tides FC Pride Match
Saturday July 19, 2025 7:00pm - 9:00pm ADT
Wanderers Grounds @ 5819 Sackville St, Halifax, NS
GET TICKETS HERE
Join the Halifax Tides for their first-ever Pride Match on Friday, July 19 at 7:00 PM as the club celebrates 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion, community, and the unifying power of sport. Pride Night is a special celebration, but it represents a commitment that lives year-round, on the pitch, in the stands, and throughout the community. This inaugural event will feature themed programming, vibrant fan activations, and an unforgettable matchday atmosphere. The Tides are proud to play with heart, with purpose, and with pride. It's time to Rise Together at The Wanderers Grounds.
Saturday July 19, 2025 7:00pm - 9:00pm ADT
Wanderers Grounds
  Community Organized
 
Sunday, July 20
 

9:00am ADT

Fit Together: Yoga
Sunday July 20, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am ADT
The Garrison Grounds @ 5819 Sackville St, Halifax, NS
Looking to get active with the community? Look no further than the first part of our Active Living series: a community led Yoga class! Brought to you in partnership with Saje, this low impact session is a great way to find balance within yourself — and with the community. All skill levels are welcome.

This class will be led by Seth Daley, a Yoga Instructor with 25 years of experience. Seth has completed a level 2 YTT and is currently studying the art of advanced Yoga therapeutics.

Sunday July 20, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am ADT
The Garrison Grounds
  Halifax Pride Organized

9:00am ADT

CGLCC Supplier Diversity Breakfast Info Session
Sunday July 20, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm ADT
Glitter Bean CO-OP Cafe @ 5896 Spring Garden Rd, Halifax NS B3H 0A6
GET TICKETS HERE
Are you a business in Atlantic Canada wanting to network and learn more about CGLCC’s supplier program? Join Nic Sánchez, our Atlantic Business Development Manager, at this FREE event on July 20 in Halifax! This exclusive Networking and Supplier Diversity Information Session (+ breakfast!), hosted by CGLCC at the Glitter Bean Café, is your chance to learn more about your supplier diversity certification and network with like-minded folks in the region. Discover how supplier diversity can unlock new opportunities for your business and help you build meaningful connections within the 2SLGBTQI+ community. Spaces are limited, so register today!
Sunday July 20, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm ADT
Glitter Bean CO-OP Cafe 5896 Spring Garden Rd, Halifax NS B3H 0A6
  Community Organized

10:30am ADT

Out n' Aboot: A Pride Hike
Sunday July 20, 2025 10:30am - 1:00pm ADT
Hemlock Ravine Park, 40 Kent Ave., Halifax @ 40 Kent Ave., Halifax, NS
Does enjoying trail treats with like minded outdoorsy folks sound appealing to you? Do you like swag and prizes? Then Join MEC Halifax and Hike NS at Hemlock Ravine Park! We will meet in the main parking lot (40 Kent Ave.) to begin our hike at 10:30am. Please wear comfortable quick dry clothing, supportive footwear and bring along a water bottle and snack. The route will be up to 5 km return with some rough terrain and hilly terrain so, some hiking experience is recommended. This hike will have multiple guides at different speeds so no need to worry about keeping up.
Sunday July 20, 2025 10:30am - 1:00pm ADT
Hemlock Ravine Park, 40 Kent Ave., Halifax 40 Kent Ave., Halifax, NS
  Community Organized

1:00pm ADT

Music on the Mainstage
Sunday July 20, 2025 1:00pm - 5:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds @ 40 Kent Ave., Halifax, NS
Discover the pulse of Halifax’s vibrant 2SLGBTQIA+ music scene with an afternoon packed with incredible local talent on the Mainstage! Headlined by the incomparable Mo Kenney, this lineup features diverse artists ready to showcase their sounds- from soulful melodies to upbeat grooves, there's music for every ear.

This event is free, all ages, and promises to have you dancing, singing, or tapping along from start to finish.

Catch the show up close or relax with a cold drink in the 19+ area.

While limited shaded areas are available on site, folks are encouraged to bring an umbrella for shade! Water taps are also available.


Featured artists and groups include:
  • Headliner - Mo Kenney 
  • Host - Kay Macdonald
  • Bibingkita
  • Burry 
  • Freya Milliken (She/Her)
  • Good Dear Good
  • Holly Cinnamon (She/They)
  • Taylor Abraham (She/Her)
Artists
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Sunday July 20, 2025 1:00pm - 5:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds
  Halifax Pride Organized
 
Monday, July 21
 

10:00am ADT

Fit Together: Dance Fitness
Monday July 21, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am ADT
The Garrison Grounds @ 40 Kent Ave., Halifax, NS
If you want to get your groove on, get active, and have fun all in one, join us for this Dance Fitness with Mélika! In the second installment of our Active Living series, all skill levels are welcome, so come and dance with the community!

Monday July 21, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am ADT
The Garrison Grounds
  Halifax Pride Organized

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

6:00pm ADT

Rebels in Rhinestones: A Drag, Burlesque & Queer History Mini Lecture Series
Monday July 21, 2025 6:00pm - 8:00pm ADT
Bramble Cafe @ 2851 Agricola St, Halifax, NS B3K 4E6
Rebels in Rhinestones is a mini lecture series exploring the rich, rebellious history of drag, burlesque, and queer performance. Four local performers will each present a 20-minute talk on topics such as the origins of burlesque, the legacy of drag kings, and the contributions of BIPOC performers. Through storytelling and history, this series highlights how these art forms have long been sites of resistance, celebration, and self-expression. Whether you're a performer or an audience member, Rebels in Rhinestones offers a deeper understanding of the political, social, and cultural forces that have shaped queer performance. Join us as we connect the past to the present, fostering empathy, knowledge, and appreciation for the performers who paved the way. ASL Interpreters will be present. Livestream option present as well. This event is PWYC/ Sliding Scale.

Monday July 21, 2025 6:00pm - 8:00pm ADT
Bramble Cafe 2851 Agricola St, Halifax, NS B3K 4E6
  Community Event Funding Recipient

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

8:00pm ADT

Candlelight Vigil
Monday July 21, 2025 8:00pm - 10:00pm ADT
Peace & Friendship Park @ 1726 Hollis St
The Candlelight Vigil at Peace & Friendship Park is a chance for the community to mourn, commemorate, and honour the friends, family and community members lost this year. 

Monday July 21, 2025 8:00pm - 10:00pm ADT
Peace & Friendship Park
  Halifax Pride Organized
 
Tuesday, July 22
 

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

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
WT

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

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

6:00pm ADT

Decomposing TERF: Turn Your Old H***y P****r into Oyster Mushrooms
Tuesday July 22, 2025 6:00pm - 8:00pm ADT
Diverse Roots Therapy @ 103 Ochterloney Street, Dartmouth NS
GET TICKETS HERE
What better way to celebrate pride then to turn childhood betrayal into something that can sustain you? Bring over your old books written by problematic authors (or ones you just don't want anymore) to Diverse Roots Therapy in Dartmouth and learn how to grow oyster mushrooms using them! Hosted by Freddie Mae Allen (he/they) and Lucius Harmony (they/them).
Tuesday July 22, 2025 6:00pm - 8:00pm ADT
Diverse Roots Therapy 103 Ochterloney Street, Dartmouth NS
  Community Organized

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

7:15pm ADT

Anchor City Rollers’ Pride Scrimmage
Tuesday July 22, 2025 7:15pm - 9:00pm ADT
Cole Harbour Place @ 51 Forest Hills Parkway, Cole Harbour, NS
Come celebrate Pride with ACR with a special scrimmage on July 22nd at 7pm! What is a scrimmage? It's a fun, low-stakes game of roller derby where the league (and close friends!) split into two teams to play each other. It's a great learning opportunity for all of our players and officials, but with all the hard-hitting action of a full-length roller derby bout. In celebration of the Halifax Pride festival, we'll be donning our rainbows and showing off our queer joy (while consensually hitting each other!) Tickets are pay-what-you-wish at the door, cash or credit. Doors open at 7:00pm
Tuesday July 22, 2025 7:15pm - 9:00pm ADT
Cole Harbour Place 51 Forest Hills Parkway, Cole Harbour, NS
  Community Organized
 
Wednesday, July 23
 

10:00am ADT

Fit Together: Pilates with Aura Wellness
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am ADT
The Garrison Grounds @ 51 Forest Hills Parkway, Cole Harbour, NS
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

12:00pm ADT

Two-Spirit Panel: Resistance, Resurgence and Joy
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:00pm - 3:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds @ 51 Forest Hills Parkway, Cole Harbour, NS
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
WT

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

4:00pm ADT

QTBIPOC Hangout (Closed Space)
Wednesday July 23, 2025 4:00pm - 6:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds @ 51 Forest Hills Parkway, Cole Harbour, NS
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

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

6:00pm ADT

OPEN BOOK: A 2SLGBTQIA+ Human Library
Wednesday July 23, 2025 6:00pm - 8:00pm ADT
Halifax Central Library @ 5440 Spring Garden Rd, Halifax, NS, B3J 1E9
OPEN BOOK: A 2SLGBTQIA+ Human Library is a powerful storytelling event that brings together 2SLGBTQIA+ newcomer and refugee community members from around the world to share their lived experiences in a safe, affirming, and inclusive environment. Hosted by the Rainbow Refugee Association of Nova Scotia (RRANS) in partnership with Queer Arabs Halifax, the YMCA Centre for Immigrant Programs, and Halifax Public Libraries, the event transforms people into “human books” who engage in one-on-one or small group conversations with attendees. These “books” include refugees, newcomers, and long-time residents, each offering personal narratives that explore themes of identity, migration, resilience, and belonging. Held annually for the last couple of years at the Halifax Central Library, OPEN BOOK creates opportunities for empathy, connection, and learning between participants and the broader public. The event challenges stigma and stereotypes while fostering meaningful dialogue and community understanding. The Human Library continues to be an accessible, impactful, and community-driven initiative that uplifts the voices of 2SLGBTQIA+ newcomers and refugees and builds bridges across cultures and lived experiences.
Wednesday July 23, 2025 6:00pm - 8:00pm ADT
Halifax Central Library 5440 Spring Garden Rd, Halifax, NS, B3J 1E9
  Community Event Funding Recipient

7:00pm ADT

OUTSpoken: an Evening With Fae Johnstone
Wednesday July 23, 2025 7:00pm - 9:00pm ADT
Neptune Theatre: Scotiabank Stage @ 1593 Argyle Street
Join us for an evening of conversation with Fae Johnstone, executive director of Queer Momentum, Canada’s leading 2SLGBTQIA+ political advocacy organization.

Joined by Mica B. Daurie, founder of Trans/Non-Binary Rights Advocacy Nova Scotia, the two will engage in a thoughtful discussion around national queer and trans advocacy in the face of a changing political climate, and a new federal government.

Speakers
FJ

Wednesday July 23, 2025 7:00pm - 9:00pm ADT
Neptune Theatre: Scotiabank Stage 1593 Argyle Street
  Halifax Pride Organized
 
Thursday, July 24
 

12:00pm ADT

Creative Drop-In: Beading & Resistance Art
Thursday July 24, 2025 12:00pm - 4:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds @ 1593 Argyle Street
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
WT

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

4:00pm ADT

Sapphic Hangout (Closed Space)
Thursday July 24, 2025 4:00pm - 6:00pm ADT
The Garrison Grounds @ 1593 Argyle Street
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

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
AM
EN

Thursday July 24, 2025 7:30pm - 9:00pm ADT
Alderney Theatre 2 Ochterloney Street
  Halifax Pride Organized
 
Friday, July 25
 

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
WT

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

4:00pm ADT

Spill The Tea Garden Party
Friday July 25, 2025 4:00pm - 6:00pm ADT
Summer House Gazebo in Point Pleasant Park @ Sailors Memorial Way, Halifax, NS B3H 1B5
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An afternoon of decadence. Join Chef Molotov in the Point Pleasant Park by the Summer House and feast upon a wild array of fanciful foraged food. Expect sweet things, tea sandwiches, jam filled pastries, whimsical and delectable bites to fill your stomach. Lay in the grass, sip your ice tea and listen to melodic music flowing in the wind. Be treated like the royalty all of us QTBIPOC babes were born to be.
Friday July 25, 2025 4:00pm - 6:00pm ADT
Summer House Gazebo in Point Pleasant Park Sailors Memorial Way, Halifax, NS B3H 1B5
  Community Event Funding Recipient

5:00pm ADT

YMCA Family Swim
Friday July 25, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm ADT
John W. Lindsay YMCA @ 5640 Sackville St
Bring your kids, siblings, and family - whether chosen or by blood - to this all ages family swim! The YMCA Family Swim is an event meant to provide active living and fun for Queer families!

*ID is required upon entry.

Advance registration is advised. 

Friday July 25, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm ADT
John W. Lindsay YMCA 5640 Sackville St
  Halifax Pride Organized

5:30pm ADT

Wanderers Pride Match + Tailgate
Friday July 25, 2025 5:30pm - 9:00pm ADT
Wanderers Grounds @ 5819 Sackville St, Halifax, NS
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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
 
Saturday, July 26
 

10:00am ADT

Bay Pride Fest
Saturday July 26, 2025 10:00am - 12:30pm ADT
JD Shatford Library @ 10353 St Margarets Bay Rd, Hubbards, NS B0J 1T0
Join us for a family-friendly community trail walk, picnic, and Pride market to celebrate Bay Pride 2025! We will meet at JD Shatford Library in Hubbards at 10am, walk along the trail to the Hubbards Barn, then enjoy the farmers market and Pride market together. There will be live music, wellness activities, drumming circle and more. Follow https://www.instagram.com/stmargaretsbaypride/ on IG for event details and updates.
Saturday July 26, 2025 10:00am - 12:30pm ADT
JD Shatford Library 10353 St Margarets Bay Rd, Hubbards, NS B0J 1T0
  Community Organized

11:00am ADT

So Fetch! Dog Walk
Saturday July 26, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm ADT
Shubie Park @ 54 Locks Rd, Dartmouth
Calling all puppers and hoomans! Let's go for a dog walk around Shubie Park. We’ll meet on the grassy area next to the parking lot at the end of Locks Road. Pooches and hoomans are encouraged to wear plenty of rainbow attire so look for the rainbows when you arrive. We’ll begin the walk shortly after 11:00 am, doing a loop around the park that sticks mostly to off-leash areas, with a quick midpoint break at Sunrise Beach for a group photo. Following the walk, stick around for ice cream sandwiches, freezies, and treats for all.

But wait! There’s more! After our walk, any pups who want to be included in the Best Dressed contest (voting will happen online) will need their portraits taken! The cost for a portrait is just $35, with 100% being donated to the SPCA. You'll receive a digital copy of your portrait and be entered in the contest for a chance to win your own mini photo session with Wet Nose Images!
Rain date - Sunday, July 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm 

Shubie Park general information: https://www.shubenacadiecanal.ca/shubie-park



Saturday July 26, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm ADT
Shubie Park 54 Locks Rd, Dartmouth
  Halifax Pride Organized

12:00pm ADT

Pride Book Fair
Saturday July 26, 2025 12:00pm - 3:00pm ADT
The Pink Piano Cafe & Lounge (Lower Sackville) @ 585 Sackville Drive, Lower Sackville, NS
Cape & Cowl Comics and The Pink Piano presents the 2025 Pride Book Fair! Celebrating local authors and creators from our local rainbow community, join the fun and come check out tons of books, comics, and 'zines by and for our vibrant community!
Saturday July 26, 2025 12:00pm - 3:00pm ADT
The Pink Piano Cafe & Lounge (Lower Sackville) 585 Sackville Drive, Lower Sackville, NS
  Community Event Funding Recipient

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

7:00pm ADT

Gaylidh
Saturday July 26, 2025 7:00pm - 10:00pm ADT
Neptune Theatre: Scotiabank Stage @ 1593 Argyle Street
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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
 
Sunday, July 27
 

4:00pm ADT

Dykes Vs Divas Ball Game
Sunday July 27, 2025 4:00pm - 6:00pm ADT
North Commons Ball Diamond #7 @ 5775 Cogswell Street
The fiercest, most fabulous and absolutely gay game of kickball is back again! Bring a blanket, bring a chair, bring a smile! Halifax Pride will also be hosting a fundraising BBQ so enjoy some food and drink while the antics of the game unfold!

Register to play: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScW6YgPhhuVUxGZnZHwbVy-XAz6KrBbtb9BbCT2EKZWZHMY_g/viewform?usp=dialog

Sunday July 27, 2025 4:00pm - 6:00pm ADT
North Commons Ball Diamond #7 5775 Cogswell Street
  Halifax Pride Organized
 

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