Edmonton Pride Festival

Edmonton Pride Festival 2025 is here — bigger, louder, and more fabulous than ever. With a weekend packed full of parties, parades, drag, music, and unapologetic queer joy, there’s something for everyone. Here’s what’s happening:

🐎 Friday, August 22 – Pink Pony Club (18+ event)

Gates Open: 5:00 PM | Concert Starts: 7:00 PM
Location: Fan Park @ ICE District

Saddle up for the glittery, high-octane launch of Pride Weekend!
This is cowboy fantasy meets queer chaos — a wild night of:

• Live pop + dance music
• Drag queens, pole dancers & aerial acrobats
• Go-go dancers, exotic performers, and yes — mechanical bull rides

Dress code: Extra. Always.

🎟️ 18+ event. Ticketed.

🏳️‍🌈Saturday, August 23 – Edmonton Pride Parade

Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Starts in Churchill Square and ends in Fan Park @ ICE District (Official Viewing Party at ICE District Plaza)

After 7 years, the Pride Parade is BACK — and it’s free, fabulous, and open to all.
Wave your flags, cheer for love, and take part in this historic return of Pride to the streets.

🌈Saturday, August 23 – PrideFest

Time: All day following the parade
Location: Fan Park @ ICE District

A free, all-ages celebration of queer music, art, and community.
Featuring:

• Mainstage headliners: Jamie Fine & LU KALA
• Local talent showcase of Edmonton’s 2SLGBTQ+ artists and performers
• Rainbow Road: Queer artisan market + community booths
• Food Truck Alley: 12+ food vendors
• Bud Light Beer Gardens: Chill, sip, repeat

🎉 Free and all ages welcome.

🎤Sunday, August 24 – Brunch Sing-Along

Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Fan Park @ ICE District

Drag brunch just got louder. Join drag royalty Alaska Thunderf*** 5000, Willam, and Kelly (OMG Shoes) for the ultimate Pop Divas singalong.

Expect:

• 40+ pop anthems from Britney to Beyoncé
• Drag performances that slay
• A free inflatable mic with every ticket
• Welcome mimosa, full bar service, confetti poppers

This is your front-row seat to Pride’s most joyful (and loudest) finale.

Whether you’re dancing at Pink Pony Club, waving flags at the parade, vibing at Fan Park, or screaming Beyoncé lyrics at brunch — Edmonton Pride 2025 is your place to show up, stand proud, and celebrate community.