Pride Fest’25 SCHEDULE
Under the Spire Presents: Remembering Stonewall - The Courage of Pride
Presented in partnership with PridePEI and PEERS Alliance, Remembering Stonewall: The Courage of Pride will combine the meaningful testimonies of LGBTQ+ activists and touching musical performances. Martin Boyce was at the Stonewall Riots of June 1969, one of the most pivotal events in the history of queer and trans rights across the world. Martin continues to travel across North America to speak about his story and advocacy work. He will be joined by friend and speaker Jeremy Dias, founder of the international anti-bullying movement Pink Shirt Day.
This event will also include musical performances from ECMA award-winner Noah Malcolm and the PEI Transgender Network Queer Choir.
Registration required
What’s Eating You?
Sometimes it takes an apocalypse to find yourself…
Join us on Tuesday, July 29th at The Guild for a dramatic staged reading of What’s Eating You? by local trans playwright and activist Jay Gallant performed by a stellar cast of local actors. The play follows the journey of a trans man confronting his gender identity in middle age while navigating a complex reunion with an estranged childhood friend. As zombies close in, the script serves up a compelling tale of survival, self-empowerment, and forgiveness—with just the right dose of undead mayhem.
There will be a Q&A session following the reading where the audience will be invited to ask questions and chat with the playwright and actors.
Come on out and celebrate Pride by supporting local queer artists!
Pay what you can at the door - suggested donation of $10!
DRY HAPPY HOUR SERIES: First Aid Training
EmpowerFirst CPR & First Aid is a 2-hour, trauma-informed course designed to help participants feel confident stepping in during emergencies. With a focus on accessible, stigma-free learning, this course teaches hands-only CPR, how to use an AED, and how to respond to opioid poisoning with Naloxone.
We emphasize de-stigmatizing substance use, encouraging compassionate support, and building the confidence to act rather than assume someone else will. This course is ideal for community members, youth, caregivers, and anyone who wants to be a safe, helpful presence in a crisis.
Sponsored by CUPE PEI
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Shoreline Showgirls
BoLoDragShow presents: Shoreline Showgirls at Kings playhouse July 30th.
Set sail for an evening where high tide meets high heels! Shoreline Showgirls is a maritime-flavoured drag variety show featuring the best in drag, burlesque, and comedy, celebrating Pride with all the charm of the East Coast.
Anchoring the evening are your BoLoDragShow producers:
Lottie Max - The Island's Pink Powerhouse, bringing vibrant energy on the mic and on the stage.
Boof - The Green Lady of PEI, known for her campy looks and unique talents that add a touch of whimsy and humor to every performance.
Cast off with this star-studded lineup from the Maritimes and beyond:
Tristan Ginger – Serving grace, strength and elegance, Tristan stuns with their mastery of burlesque and years of experience.
Miz Majestix - Georgetown local and PEI icon known for her glamour and comedy.
Monica Darling – A glamazon with legs for days with the perfect blend of beauty and brains.
Opal Debris - A seasoned queen with tons of wit and charm. Sure to keep you laughing and entertained.
There will also be some extra special performers taking the stage!!
Join us for an unforgettable night filled with celebrations of femininity, comedy, and uplifting entertainment, with a splash of seaside sass.
This event will feature mature themes. Feel free to bring cash for exclusive merch and to tip your local performers! Don’t miss your chance to celebrate Pride, Island-style — get your tickets now before the tide rolls out!
OUTSpoken Pride Poetry Slam - 10th Anniversary
PEERS Alliance is proud to host the 10th and final edition of OUTspoken Poetry Slam as part of Pride PEI’s 2025 Pride Week Celebrations and this one’s for the books!
Join us for the Sunset Edition of OUTspoken, a night honouring ten years of unapologetic Island queer poetry. We’ll be spotlighting ten standout poets from the past decade of OUTspoken events; voices that have lit up our stages, made us cry, laugh, rage, and feel over the years. These ten will bring the house down one last time with their righteous, raw, and resonant slams.
But it doesn’t end there, after our featured poets, we’ll open the mic for a limited number of folks who want to share a poem of their own. Sign-up will be first come, first served at the door.
To close the night, we’re thrilled to welcome the incredibly talented, raw musical stylings of everyone's favourite rascal-about-town, Joce Reyome! Stick around for some tunes, refreshments, and time to mingle, reminisce, and celebrate this final chapter.
We are endlessly grateful to PEERS Alliance, Pride PEI, and Katie Perry Designs for their support in making this event, and the decade that came before it, possible.
OUTspoken is free and sober. While all-ages are welcome, the night may include themes of sexuality, resistance, heartbreak, ecstasy, and all the beautiful mess in between.
Come celebrate a decade of OUTspoken with us. Let’s slam one last time.
DRY HAPPY HOUR SERIES: Pride in Leadership: Navigating Accountability & Queer Values
Join us for “Pride in Leadership: Navigating Accountability & Queer Values,” a dynamic panel discussion exploring the complexities of being a Queer leader in organizations where personal values and institutional expectations may clash. Our panelists will share candid stories and practical strategies for leading with authenticity and integrity, fostering trust, and navigating tough questions when organizational culture or policies conflict with lived experience.
This conversation will offer insights and inspiration for anyone interested in inclusive leadership, providing guidance on how to stay true to your values, build accountability, and drive meaningful change while remaining unapologetically yourself.
Sponsored by CUPE PEI
Rainbow Youth Dance with PEERS Alliance & Black Cultural Society
PEERS Alliance and Black Cultural Society are thrilled to be partnering on this year's Rainbow Youth Dance for Pride PEI’s PrideFest’25 programming! Youth ages 12-18 are invited to join us from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at Beaconsfield Carriage House for dancing, refreshments and socializing.
We are excited to announce that this year's 'Dance Vibes: Everybody Dance!' will be hosted by special guest Oshun Dance Studios- you won’t want to miss it! There's no dress code, so come as you are or dress up as much as you'd like!
Let’s Kiki 2.0
Let’s Kiki II is a BIPOC-exclusive dance event rooted in joy, resistance, and the freedom to take up space. Returning to The Guild in Charlottetown after the incredible success of last year’s inaugural event, Let’s Kiki continues to be a powerful celebration of what it means to move, exist, and thrive at the intersections of BIPOC and queer identity.
This gathering was created in response to the ongoing gap in queer celebrations across so-called Canada, where BIPOC queer folks are often sidelined, tokenized, or made to feel like guests in their own community spaces. Let’s Kiki offers something different: a night where BIPOC folks are the moment, where movement becomes a language of healing, resistance, and collective power. Last year, we danced, laughed, cried, and held each other. We proved that when we create space by us and for us, something magical happens. Let’s Kiki II builds on that magic, inviting BIPOC queer folks to once again show up fully, fabulously, and unapologetically
Lip Sync Roulette
Lip Sync Roulette is a high-energy, unpredictable drag celebration where anything can happen! Featuring local drag performers, this event puts talent to the test as queens and kings hit the stage to perform songs they don’t know are coming.
With tracks selected at random, it’s all about quick wit, fierce moves, and fearless fun. And the spotlight isn’t just for the pros—audience members are encouraged to drag themselves up and jump in!
Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned diva, come show off your lip sync chops and join the fun. Anything can happen when the music starts!
Emancipation Day Programming available by the Black Cultural Society of PEI
Emancipation Day Programming available by the Black Cultural Society of PEI. For more information please visit: https://bcspei.ca/programs/
T4T VARIETY! presented by Expand Project (All Ages, allies welcome
Get ready to be dazzled by our incredibly talented QTies as they light up the night with poetry, dance, artwork, and so much more! It’s going to be an evening filled with love, creativity, and resistance! A celebration of who we are and the beauty we bring to the world because Trans people have always been here, and we’re not going anywhere.
Doors at 8 PM & show at 8:30 PM.
Keep your eyes on PEITN’s socials to find out which amazing performers and visual artists will be sharing their magic! You won't want to miss it.
Come through, cheer loud, and soak up the joy!
Pride Bout & Open House with Bootleg City Roller Derby
An exciting introduction to the dynamic and inclusive sport of roller derby! This event will feature a full-length roller derby game showcasing the intensity, athleticism, and inclusivity of the sport.
Following the game, an open house-style meet-and-greet will take place, where attendees can interact with Bootleg City Roller Derby skaters, try on skates and gear, and learn more about the sport’s rules, strategy, and culture.
Witch Market
Magic is real — and it’s queer! Join us on August 2nd for a spellbinding Pride Edition of the Witch Market, set in the enchanting Beaconsfield Carriage House outdoors. From 12 to 4 PM, wander through a vibrant gathering of local witches, weirdlings, and wonder-makers celebrating magic, identity, and community.
What to expect:
Tarot, astrology, and palm readings
Creepy crafts
Whimsical wares, , & cottagecore curios
Pride-inspired goods and queer-owned vendors
Spells, potions, charms, and more!
Come for the magic, stay for the energy — all are welcome in our circle
BUTTER: A New Play Reading
Be the first to hear a new play by Island playwrights Brynn Cutcliffe, Candace Hagen, and Jay Whitehead.
Based on input from a community survey, BUTTER aims to not just put queer stories onstage, but to put our collective queer stories onstage.
PWYC at the door!
Welcome to the Gaybourhood - Exhibit Closing
EXHIBIT WILL RUN THROUGHOUT THE WHOLE FESTIVAL WEEK
‘Welcome to the Gaybourhood’ is a vibrant celebration of what ‘home’ signifies for the queer 2SLGBTQ+ community across the island. This collaborative exhibition aims to foster a sense of belonging within this larger community, emphasizing the shared connection to the places
we all call home. Participating artists will receive a flat wooden ‘house’ cutout to serve as their canvas. They are encouraged to utilize any artistic medium of their choice—such as paint, poetry, collage,
linocut, photography, textiles, and more—as long as it can be hung and displayed on the wall throughout the exhibition week. This approach allows for a diverse range of artistic expressions, reflecting the varied and rich experiences of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. The exhibition will feature all the completed houses displayed together, creating a
‘gaybourhood map’ that represents what ‘home’ means to the 2SLGBTQ+ community here on Epekwitk. This collective piece of art will highlight the individual and communal aspects of home, providing a powerful visual narrative of belonging and identity.
Those interested in participating are invited to submit an expression of interest to obtain a house. Official event submissions, which should include your created piece or intended idea along with artist information, will be due by Sunday, July 20th. This ensures ample time for preparation and display during the exhibition.
There will also be a drop-in maker space available during the opening and closing events. This space offers attendees the chance to create their own houses and add them to the ‘gaybourhood’ at the event. This inclusive activity encourages community involvement and enhances the collaborative spirit of the exhibition.
Any questions please contact Justine through email at justineklorch@hotmail.com or
Instagram at @honeyed.ink
Pride PEI Presents: The Rainbow Road Party Sponsored by Whitecap Entertainment
Join us on Saturday, August 2nd, for The Rainbow Road Party—a vibrant celebration featuring an eclectic mix of music, dance, storytelling, and drag hosted by Uma and Selma Gahd.
Food vendors and bar service will be available, so come hungry and ready to indulge in delicious treats and drinks. Enjoy special Pride food and beverage offerings from HopYard, PonyBoat Social Club, Abbiocco and more!
This outdoor event welcomes everyone! Admission is by donation, and no one will be turned away for lack of funds.
4pm to 8pm: open to all ages, making it a family-friendly affair.
8pm - close: the party continues for those 19+, ensuring an unforgettable night of celebration and community.
After the Rainbow Road Party wraps up, head into the establishments on Kent Street to keep the festivities going and cap off your night at the Rainbow Street Crawl.
Don’t miss this exciting new addition to Pride PEI’s lineup—come celebrate, dance, and make memories at the Rainbow Road Party!
Follow the Rainbow Street Crawl
Keep the party going after Rainbow Road, make sure to check out the following venues for Pride specials and entertainment!
Hopyard
Abbiocco
Pony Boat
The Salvador Dali Café
Tivoli Cinema
Loud & Proud Variety Drag Show Sponsored by Provincial Credit Union
All ages welcome but mature content will be involved.
Come celebrate the closing of Pride Fest '25 with Loudly and Proudly in the fantastic Abbiocco Ristorante. Special reduced brunch menu! Bring your own champagne for Mimosas and pay a $5 corking fee. With a stacked lineup of local talent. All ages welcome but mature content will be involved.
Hosted by the magical Miz. Majestix
Special performances by:
Nauseeah
Brook Lyn Dunn
Monica Darling
Opal Debris
Hexx
Boof
Lottie Max
Special guest Tristan Ginger
Pride PEI Presents: Welcome to the Movement Rally
Join us in downtown Charlottetown for the 31st Anniversary Rally! All ages are welcome to this special event as we honor the 31-year anniversary of the first-ever official Pride March on PEI. Come together with the community and allies to celebrate our history, recognize our progress, and continue the fight for 2SLGBTQIA+ equity and freedom.
Queer AF Comedy Show - Sponsored by Retro Cannabis
This summer only, Britt Campbell is taking over the Queer AF Stand Up Comedy Show! On its 5 year anniversary!
For the past 4 years Queer AF has been a flagship event of Pride PEI’s festival. Founded -produced - organized - hosted and all around made possible by the amazing human, comedian and multitalented being - Tanya Nicolle. She will be back - Queer AF will continue
on, but hell, her house burnt down - what do you expect?
Headlined and curated by Britt Campbell - Hosted by Clare Belford - Jokes by Steff MacNeil…
plus more!
Cabaret-style seating and bar top standing room for those who like to linger in the action. Bar service.
Sliding scale / Pay what you can
No ticketing fees
Interesting trades considered
Suggested: $25
Email brittmakeseasy@gmail.com for tickets.
Email Britt (as far in advance as possible) to request ASL interpretation.
This show may be video/audio recorded fyi
Secret unaffiliated after-party to follow.
No jerks.
RuPAWL’S Doggie Drag Race
Join us at the iconic Historic St. Mary’s for RuPAWl’s Doggie Drag Race—a pawsitively dazzling evening of pups, pride, and pup-arazzi moments!
Bring your fabulous four-legged friend and enter them in one (or all!) of our three fabulous runway categories, with treats, prizes, and lots of tail-wagging fun. Whether your dog is serving camp, couture, or just unfiltered charisma, this is their time to shine.
Highlights include:
A dazzling doggie drag runway show
Three themed categories for pups to walk the catwalk
1. Pride Paw-sonality. This category celebrates big personalities, bold attitudes and dogs who know how to werk the runway. Bring the colour! This is all about vibrant, over the top, Pride-themed outfits
2. Dynamic Duos. This category is perfect for matching costumes with your pet. Whether you’re twinning with your pup or your dog is your costumed sidekick, this is all about iconic pairings and team looks.
3. Canine Couture Extravaganza! High fashion hits the paw-walk! This category is for dogs dressed to impress in their most elegant, fierce, and runway-ready looks.
Treats for your dogs & goodies from our local dog market
Prizes, photo ops, and a whole lot of pride!
Queer Softball Game w/ PEERS Alliance
PEERS Alliance Softball PEI presents… A QUEER GAME OF SOFTBALL! Historically, the most queer and inclusive sport there is for all of us in our beautiful community. Join us for a fully QUEER game of Softball. This game will be one to blow your week up on a whole new level. There will be prizes, snacks, drinks, cheering and laughing until you are in
tears. And friendships to be made that will last a lifetime. Maybe you meet your future spouse, who knows?
Come join us for a game and unleash your inner fury, show off your Softball skills, drink too much sport juice, cheer on your friends and lovers, and most importantly just have fun and show off your PRIDE.
Will you be the one who has the farthest hit? Will you have the most colourful (literally) outfit? Will you have the most epic diving catch to get an out? Will you make a hit that wins the game?
Will you hit a home run? Only showing up will tell.
We have 20 playing spots in this game so make sure you register early because they will go fast.
Come out, have fun and let’s play some SOFTBALL!
Registration Required
DRY HAPPY HOUR SERIES: Queer Networking
Members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and allies are invited to join an afternoon of drop-in, casual networking. Hosted by UPEI's Experiential Education, this event is open to all job seekers, employers, entrepreneurs, and folks who want to meet new people or deepen connections. Come find mentorship, fresh talent, your next collaboration, or just hang out and practice those social skills!
Sponsored by CUPE PEI
T4T SHAKE THAT BOOTY! w/ PEITN & BCS
This event is a joyful celebration for 2STGNB+ community members and the beautiful chosen families, partners, friends and allies who lift us up.
Come as you are and drop by anytime to enjoy:
Booty-shaking beats by fabulous 2STGDNB+ DJs
Mouthwatering Jamaican snacks made with love
A space full of joy, resistance, and connection
We resist by shaking what our ancestors gave us - because Trans people have always existed, and we will always be here!
Come vibe, dance, snack, and celebrate in community! You belong here!
RIVER CLYDE PAGEANT
Established in 2016, this outdoor performance spectacle is created and performed each summer by artists and community members across Prince Edward Island - the district of Epekwitk in Mi’kma’ki - and beyond. The Pageant features many striking elements, from giant puppets to stilt walkers to illuminated lanterns and outdoor sets. It is performed by actors, musicians, dancers, puppeteers, storytellers and stilt walkers of all ages.
The Pageant draws attention to the history, mythology and contemporary environmental issues associated with PEI rivers and waterways. It celebrates the strength and imagination of the diverse community, human and non-human alike, who call this place home.
Tickets are limited to register early to claim yours! Registration will close on July 15th.
Pride Square Dance/Danse Carrée Fierté
Franco-Queer ÎPÉ vous invite à célébrer avec la Danse carrée fierté! Laissez la musique vous emporter et joignez-vous aux danses carrées et rondes traditionnelles de l’ÎPÉ, dans un environnement festif et inclusif! Avec des “callers” sur place pour vous guider dans les pas, les danses sont accessibles à tous niveaux d'expérience. Accueilli au Centre Belle-Alliance, en collaboration avec HERE WE GO! Barndances, cet événement est bilingue, gratuit et ouvert à toustes!
Franco-Queer PEI invites you to come dance and celebrate with the Pride Square Dance! Come enjoy foot-stomping music in a welcoming environment while you join in some of the traditional square and round dances of PEI. No need to worry about experience - these dances are easy to learn, with callers leading you as you go. Hosted by the Centre Belle-Alliance and in collaboration with HERE WE GO! Barndances, this event is bilingual, free of charge and open to all ages!
Intro to Golf & Glasgow Hills Open House
Join us for a fun and welcoming evening of golf as part of this year’s Pride Festival! Whether you’re brand new to the game or just curious to give it a try, this Intro to Gold & Open House is the perfect chance to swing into something new.
What to Expect:
• Drop-in format – come by anytime between 5–7 PM
• Free instruction from friendly instructors
• All equipment provided – just bring yourself!
• Complimentary snacks & refreshments
• A fun, inclusive atmosphere for all identities and abilities
• Proper footwear required – sneakers or athletic shoes recommended
Let’s celebrate Pride with some fresh air, good company, and great vibes at Glasgow Hills. We can’t wait to see you there!
For any questions or inquiries, please contact peiga@peiga.ca
Summerside Pride Walk & BBQ
The City of Summerside is proud to be a part of Pride Fest ‘25 with a Pride Walk and Community BBQ!
Pride Walk – Sunday, July 27 at 5:00 pm, starting at City Hall (275 Fitzroy Street, Summerside)
Community BBQ – Immediately following the walk on the grounds of the Wyatt Heritage Properties (205 Prince Street, Summerside)
Pride Walk Route:
Gather at City Hall at 5 pm to kick off the walk. From there, the walk will then proceed through the parking lot between the Summerside Interpretive Centre and the Fire Department. There will be a right turn on Foundry Street and then up to Spring Street turning right. The walk will continue up Spring until turning left on Winter past Trinity United Church. The walk will turn right on Spring Street and then left onto Prince Street with the final destination being the Lefurgey Cultural Centre where there will be a community BBQ.
Everyone is welcome to attend.
We look forward to seeing you at the Summerside Pride Walk and BBQ on Sunday, July 27!
Are you there Margaret? It’s me, Gahd
Uma Gahd from Canada’s Drag Race Season 5, everybody’s favourite unofficial auntie, brings you her one-woman drag comedy exploring small talk and big issues; fame, family, feminism, and failed marriages! Stuffed with stand-up, lip-sync, and plenty of hysterical pathos, Uma tells the story of her life – from sneaking into bars with her childhood friend, Margaret, to breaking into show business with her growing family.
Part environmental theatre, part cabaret, and part drag show. Come hear the word of Gahd!
PEI Queer Ride & Meet Up
We’ve been PEI Pride Week’s official go-to motorcycle event for riders and non-riders alike! This unique event is a great way to meet queer riders and the moto-curious (allies welcome and encouraged to join us!) while we explore both the city and rural communities.
Everyone is welcome to join us at our first meet up in Kensington at The Frosty Treat (12pm).
We will end our ride at INKclusive at The Guild. Come say hello and check out the motorcycles. Follow along @queersongears_pei on Instagram for full details.
Pride by the Sea
Join us for another year of celebrating pride in Victoria by the Sea. Beginning at the top of Main street (adjacent to the post office) we will march down towards the beach, to just outside Wave Co where our parade ends. Stick around after for some treats and to enjoy everything Victoria has to offer!
Stratford Pride in the Park
Join us as the Town of Stratford celebrates PRIDE PEI with a family fun event full of joy and colour to demonstrate support for equality in our community.
*BBQ presented by Town of Stratford Council
*kite flying
*face painting
*rainbow bracelet making
*children’s foam pit
*mini dance class
*flag raising and more!
Rainier Ward of 2Bear/Tapu Muin: Indigenous Wellness
Join Rainier Ward on 2Bear/Tapu Muin: Indigenous Wellness!
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Please join us for an afternoon of embracing ourselves and beginning to let go of our trauma and pain in a culturally supported, safe and inclusive space for Indigenous people, 2Spirit, LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, allies, settlers.
We will use our tools, sacred medicine, traditional music, and connection.
This event is welcome to all whether you are a healer yourself, beginning your healing journey, or if you’ve already done some of the heavy work. We look forward to meeting you where you’re at.
So come with us as we embrace nature and each other in queerness, love and pride!
INKclusive
We’re back for the third year of INKclusive, our annual tattoo fundraiser where ink meets impact! With a minimum donation of $60, you can choose from this year's exclusive design or a design from previous years, once again available in classic black or a bold rainbow gradient.
Over the past two years, this initiative has raised over $10,000 for local grassroots community organizations, and we’re just getting started. Every dollar goes toward empowering the vital work happening in our communities. This year we have chosen to dedicate the event to April Bannerman, and donate to Peers Alliance harm reduction.
This year’s event is bigger and better, with:
Screenings of queer films throughout the day
Gender-affirming haircuts by The Humble Barbers $25 minimum donation ( any length, masc or femme cuts as well as beard trims)
A sensory room for anyone needing a quiet, calming space
Join us in celebrating art, identity, and community. Whether you’re getting tattooed, watching a movie, or just showing your support, your presence matters.
LACUNA Presents: Sad but Hot
A night for the dolls—come cry, sweat, and dance it out with a lineup of East Coast baddies bringing riffs, vibes, and beats that hit deep. Featuring PEI’s own Dazey, a post-emo trio delivering fast-paced, nostalgia-laced sad bangers; siddhu sneh, a genre-fusing producer, composer, and community worker blending Eastern and Western sounds with unique electronic textures; and Halifax’s Katie Wayne, a queer/trans avant-garde electro-pop force exploring the edges of modular synthesis.
It’s gonna be emotional. It’s gonna be hot. Don’t miss it.
$10 at the door or PWYC
Sacred & Fierce w/ Native Council of PEI
Sacred & Fierce is a heart-led gathering that celebrates the voices and artistry of Two-Spirit and Trans communities. Hosted by NCPEI and PEI Trans Network, this community-focused event features an array of performances by 2S and Trans drag artists, comedians, poets, and storytellers.
This is not your typical show, it’s an open, affirming space where 2SLGBTQIA+ folks and allies are invited to come together in community, share experiences, and connect through creativity and culture.
Alongside the main performances, there will be breakout spaces for art-making, conversation, reflection, and informal community sharing.
All are welcome, come as you are, and take part in a night of expression, connection, and celebration.
Shuttle or Transportation Services Offered via NCPEI email Chase at spirit@ncpei.com to learn more!
Proud Mugs Pottery Workshop
Join us to paint a ceramic travel cup with Julia (she/her/queer) of TATA Ceramics Charlottetown. In this pottery workshop for queers and allies of all ages, you will learn how to glaze a cup that Julia has thrown on the potter‘s wheel for you. Using a large variety of ceramic glaze colors you can get creative and design your very own proud mug to celebrate and remember Pride. With all tools provided Julia will explain the process and help you accomplish your ideas.
No previous knowledge is required. Let’s have fun in a relaxed environment at the Mezzanine level at Founder’s Hall, which will be reserved for us. Tickets can be purchased on a sliding scale basis, including pay it forward ticket options! Should you be facing financial barriers that don’t allow you to purchase a ticket please contact info@pridepei.ca to claim one of our PAY IT FORWARD tickets for this event.
After the workshop Julia will fire your new favorite mug within 1-2 weeks in a pottery kiln to make it food safe, dishwasher- and microwave friendly. The pieces will then be ready for pickup in Charlottetown or can be shipped within Canada for a small fee.
BUTTER: A New Play Reading
Be the first to hear a new play by Island playwrights Brynn Cutcliffe, Candace Hagen, and Jay Whitehead.
Based on input from a community survey, BUTTER aims to not just put queer stories onstage, but to put our collective queer stories onstage.
PWYC at the door!
Aerial Warehouse Open House
You’re invited to drop by Aerial Warehouse’s Open House for Pride, anytime between 2-4pm, Saturday July 26th! See our studio space, meet our instructors, view student demonstrations and even try an apparatus (or 4!) for yourself! Stations will be set up meet & greet style on the pole, hammock, hoop & chair!
We’re looking forward to getting #upsidedowninPEI with you!
The BlacQ Collective Beach Day w/ Black Cultural Society
Come vibe with us at the beach as we celebrate Black queer joy and build cultural connections across BIPOC communities <3
Registration is required to attend this event.
Breath & Belonging Workshop
Breath & Belonging is a guided breathwork journey honoring the strength, resilience, and beauty of our community. This 2-hour gathering blends Conscious Connected Breathwork (CCB), gentle movement, and shared reflection to support connection, healing, and self-discovery.
What to Expect:
✺ Guided Breathwork: Release stored emotions, calm your nervous system, and reconnect with yourself.
✺ Movement & Grounding: Settle into your body and the space.
✺ Community Reflection: Share and be witnessed in a safe, affirming circle.
✺ Curated Music: Soundscapes to support your journey.
All of you is welcome here.
Disclaimer
Health contraindications:
Please email me at renewed.breathwork@gmail.com if you have any of the following conditions before purchasing a ticket; pregnancy (any level), cardiovascular disease/condition, heart attack, high blood pressure, strokes, glaucoma or retinal detachment, recent injury or surgery, panic attacks or psychosis, seizures, epileptic, severe mental illness or aneurysms (or family history).
Policies
By purchasing a ticket, you acknowledge and agree to the event policies, including consent for any photos or videos taken during the workshop. These may be used for social media or marketing purposes. If you prefer not to be photographed or filmed, please let us know upon arrival: we fully respect your privacy.
Charlottetown Pride Market - Sponsored by Cavendish Farms
Join us at the Confederation Court Mall for the fourth annual Pride Vendors Market! Cool off in our vibrant market space featuring live music and over 40 unique vendors. Discover a wide array of items, from pottery and art to pins, candy, and more.
It's the perfect place to find one-of-a-kind treasures while enjoying a festive atmosphere. Don’t miss out on this celebration of local creativity and community spirit!
PEI Pride Parade - Sponsored by GFL Environmental
Since 1994, Prince Edward Island's 2SLGBTQIA+ community has proudly marched through the streets of Charlottetown, uniting as a collective voice alongside our allies to advocate for 2SLGBTQIA+ equity. This year, we continue the tradition with the official Pride Parade, a vibrant celebration of our community’s resilience and strength.
Join us on Saturday, July 26th, at 11 am to show your Pride! The parade will wind through downtown Charlottetown, featuring colorful floats, inspiring performances, and an atmosphere filled with love and solidarity. Whether you’re part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community or an ally, your presence helps amplify our message.
Let’s come together to celebrate our achievements, honour our history, and continue striving for a future where everyone can live authentically and proudly. Don’t miss this joyous and empowering event!
Are you there Margaret? It’s me, Gahd
Uma Gahd from Canada’s Drag Race Season 5, everybody’s favourite unofficial auntie, brings you her one-woman drag comedy exploring small talk and big issues; fame, family, feminism, and failed marriages! Stuffed with stand-up, lip-sync, and plenty of hysterical pathos, Uma tells the story of her life – from sneaking into bars with her childhood friend, Margaret, to breaking into show business with her growing family.
Part environmental theatre, part cabaret, and part drag show. Come hear the word of Gahd!
Welcome to the Gaybourhood - Exhibit Opening
EXHIBIT WILL RUN THROUGHOUT THE WHOLE FESTIVAL WEEK
‘Welcome to the Gaybourhood’ is a vibrant celebration of what ‘home’ signifies for the queer 2SLGBTQ+ community across the island. This collaborative exhibition aims to foster a sense of belonging within this larger community, emphasizing the shared connection to the places
we all call home. Participating artists will receive a flat wooden ‘house’ cutout to serve as their canvas. They are encouraged to utilize any artistic medium of their choice—such as paint, poetry, collage,
linocut, photography, textiles, and more—as long as it can be hung and displayed on the wall throughout the exhibition week. This approach allows for a diverse range of artistic expressions, reflecting the varied and rich experiences of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. The exhibition will feature all the completed houses displayed together, creating a
‘gaybourhood map’ that represents what ‘home’ means to the 2SLGBTQ+ community here on Epekwitk. This collective piece of art will highlight the individual and communal aspects of home, providing a powerful visual narrative of belonging and identity.
Those interested in participating are invited to submit an expression of interest to obtain a house. Official event submissions, which should include your created piece or intended idea along with artist information, will be due by Sunday, July 20th. This ensures ample time for preparation and display during the exhibition.
There will also be a drop-in maker space available during the opening and closing events. This space offers attendees the chance to create their own houses and add them to the ‘gaybourhood’ at the event. This inclusive activity encourages community involvement and enhances the collaborative spirit of the exhibition.
Any questions please contact Justine through email at justineklorch@hotmail.com or
Instagram at @honeyed.ink
The Muff Diver
Join us for an unforgettable evening at "The Muff Diver: Pop-Up Dyke Bar"!
Expect an evening filled with camaraderie, celebration, and connection. Whether you're reconnecting with old friends or making new ones, "The Muff Diver" promises a welcoming atmosphere for all lesbians, butches, studs, stemmes, dykes, femmes, sapphics, chapsticks, lipsticks, bi’s and WLW. The Muff Diver has a strict zero-tolerance policy for TERFS.
Mark your calendars and join us in raising a glass to our sapphic community's enduring spirit and strength.
Pride Kickoff Social
Join us for a relaxed Pride Kickoff Social on the beautiful Beaconsfield lawn. This all-ages event is the perfect opportunity to meet new people, connect with local queer and allied organizations, enjoy some light refreshments, and bask in the sunshine!
Light food and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided.
Come celebrate and kick off Pride with us!
Speed Friending
Looking to meet new friends in the community but not sure where to start? Join us for Speed Friending, a facilitated event, designed to help you break the ice and connect with new people.
Whether you’re new to the community or just looking to expand your circle, this event is perfect for making lasting friendships. Engage in fun, structured conversations that will help you meet people you'll want to see time and time again.
REGISTRATION IS ENCOURAGED!
Event sponsored by INVESCO