Check out our booth at the Banff Farmer’s Market, every Wednesday this summer 10am-6pm. We’ve partnered with local artists to showcase Banff’s very best! All proceeds go directly to the artists.

We’re looking for volunteers this summer to help with our market stall in Banff and Canmore. Sign up below!

Check out our booth at the Canmore Mountain Market, 10am-6pm July 10 and 24. A summer tradition for over 25 years, the Canmore Mountain Market takes place every Thursday from May to October.

The market welcomes both locals and visitors with a diverse selection of locally and regionally made products, including fresh produce, meats, baked goods, preserves, and coffee. It also features handmade crafts, clothing, jewelry, and other unique items from artisans across the region.

We’re looking for volunteers this summer to help with our market stall in Banff and Canmore. Sign up below!

Check out our booth at the Banff Farmer’s Market, every Wednesday this summer 10am-6pm. We’ve partnered with local artists to showcase Banff’s very best! All proceeds go directly to the artists.

We’re looking for volunteers this summer to help with our market stall in Banff and Canmore. Sign up below!

Strut into Stampede week with a glitter-dusted, boot-scootin’ drag showdown inspired by country queer icons like Dolly, Beyoncé, Orville Peck, and our patron saint Shania. Expect line-dancing lipsyncs, fringe for days, and more yeehaw than a Pink Pony Club reunion.

 Whether you’re a local legend or a tourist on the trail, dust off your boots, throw on your cowboy hat, and come holler for your favourite queens! 💃🌵

🗓️ Sunday, July 6
📍 The Canadian Brewhouse — 317 Banff Ave
👠 Doors 8:00 PM | Show 8:30–10:30 PM
🎟️ $10 early-bird | $20 online | $25 at the door

Performances by Karla Marx, King Neptune, Lilith Fair and Tangerine Dream!

 All are welcome, 18+
♿ Wheelchair accessible venue | 🚻 Gender-neutral washrooms | 🎶 Loud & proud environment

✨ Come for the country, stay for the queens. Y’all better sashay ’til sundown. 🌈🐎

Summit Lifestyle & Performance in partnership with Banff Pride are offering bi-weekly community fitness classes for all to enjoy!

Sweat45

A 45 min cardio and core intensive workout combining cardio equipment, kettlebells, dumbbells and body weight movements. Sweat45 is great for all levels!

DATE: Sunday, July 06
TIME: 6:00 PM to 6:45 PM
LOCATION: Bear Street Mall, First Floor #105/106 220 Bear Street. Private change rooms available.
SKILL LEVEL: Sweat45 is great for all levels!
CAPACITY: There’s just 16 spots available so sign up early!

SAVE THE DATE!

Beers For Queers returns the first Wednesday of each month at Banff Ave Brewing Co ‘s Tap Room (ground floor). 8pm-Late.

All are welcome! This is a chill evening to grab a drink and chat with local queer folk visitors welcome!

Check out our booth at the Banff Farmer’s Market, every Wednesday this summer 10am-6pm. We’ve partnered with local artists to showcase Banff’s very best! All proceeds go directly to the artists.

We’re looking for volunteers this summer to help with our market stall in Banff and Canmore. Sign up below!

Hate leaving your dogs at home while you go out and have fun with your friends and family? Now you don't have to!

Welcome to Sit. Stay. Slay!
A dog-inclusive drag show! 

Join us on June 29 at Banff's Scout-Guide Hall for an afternoon of entertainment with your pups! We're bringing an incredible line-up of drag performers that you won't want to miss. Dogs! Drag! Contests! Prizes! Need we say more?!

Doors at 3pm. Show starts at 4pm. 

Performances By:

King Neptune
Karla Marx
Smokey Waters
Dogiichow
Lola Jett
Holtasoli
Posie Pocket

**This is a dog-friendly, outdoor event, that is open to all ages**

Washrooms are available onsite

Cowfolk Fashion Night

Get crafty, get connected, and get creative at Banff Pride’s monthly craft nights! This all-ages, sober, and inclusive program is designed for the 2SLGBTQ+ community (and allies!) to come together and make something amazing. Each month features a new low-cost activity—think zine-making, stitching, painting, or upcycling clothes—all in a laid-back, judgment-free space. No experience necessary, just bring your fabulous self and a willingness to create, connect, and have fun!

Thursday June 26, 7:00 PM

Bring your love of denim and we will bring the tassels! This craft night you will upcycle your very own piece to celebrate the Stampede season. Bring your own denim jeans, shirt or jacket or grab one of our thrifted/found items and breathe new life into it! We will have a selection of fabric paints and sewable items to choose from to make your unique piece. 

Facilitated by local artist Jess Sampson

Date: Thursday, June 26
Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Location: Banff Canmore Foundation (Basement), 214 Banff Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1C7
Entrance: Back of venue building (214 Banff Avenue).

Accessibility Info:

• There is a wheelchair accessible lift to get to the basement of the venue (where the workshop is taking place). The lift has been tested as of November 2024 and is in working condition.

• The entrance at the back of the venue (214 Banff Avenue) can be used to access the lift. This entrance is wheelchair accessible, although the accessible automatic door button is out-of-order, and a staff member can assist you as needed.

• The venue has 2 gender-neutral wheelchair accessible washrooms. These washrooms do not have automatic door buttons.

• There is accessible parking at the back of the building. However, it is open to the public and will be first-come, first-served.

• The closest bus stop is the Banff High School Transit Hub, which is 260 metres from the venue

Parking:

• The closest free parking lot is the Bear Street Parkade (upper floors)

• There is a paid parking lot behind the Banff Canmore Foundation building (200 block of Beaver street). Paid parking is $5/hr. A map of the parking in Banff can be found here: https://banff.ca/ImageRepository/Document?documentID=12542

Check out our booth at the Banff Farmer’s Market, every Wednesday this summer 10am-6pm. We’ve partnered with local artists to showcase Banff’s very best! All proceeds go directly to the artists.

We’re looking for volunteers this summer to help with our market stall in Banff and Canmore. Sign up below!

🌈 Flow with Pride

Join us for a rejuvenating and inclusive monthly yoga class hosted by Banff Pride at Flow State Yoga Studio! This is a space where everyone in the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and allies can come together for a nourishing practice.

🧘‍♀️ When: 4th Tuesday of each month at 4:00 pm

📍 Where: Flow State Yoga Studio, 211 Bear St Unit 201 B

🌟 Who: All ages and abilities welcome! Whether you're a seasoned yogi or new to the mat, this class is designed to embrace everyone.

🎟 Cost: FREE by donation 💕

Upcoming OUTdoor Events

Summit Lifestyle & Performance in partnership with Banff Pride are offering bi-weekly community fitness classes for all to enjoy!

Sweat45

A 45 min cardio and core intensive workout combining cardio equipment, kettlebells, dumbbells and body weight movements. Sweat45 is great for all levels!

DATE: Sunday, June 22
TIME: 6:00 PM to 6:45 PM
LOCATION: Bear Street Mall, First Floor #105/106 220 Bear Street. Private change rooms available.
SKILL LEVEL: Sweat45 is great for all levels!
CAPACITY: There’s just 16 spots available so sign up early!

Indigenous People's Day Cabaret

Celebrate incredible Indigenous artists at the Indigenous People's Day Cabaret at Moxy hotel in Banff
June 21
9:00PM
Featuring
Argintina Hailey
Prairi Cherri
Dogiichow
winah dinah
DJ Good Medicine

Drag! Burlesque! Music! Dancing!

National Indigenous Peoples Day is a day recognizing and celebrating the cultures and contributions of the First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Indigenous peoples of Canada.

Learn more about how to support the Indigenous People's of Treaty 7 and beyond

Treaty 7 is the last of the Numbered Treaties made between the Government of Canada and the Plains First Nations. It was signed on 22 September 1877

*Learn more about Truth & Reconcilliation
https://www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/.../1450124.../1529106060525

*Understand the Land Back movement
https://davidsuzuki.org/what-you-can-do/what-is-land-back/

*Understand the Calls to Justice and MMIWG
https://www.mmiwg-ffada.ca/.../2019/06/Calls_for_Justice.pdf

*these are limited resources ment to get those looking for more information started in their educational journey to become better allies to Indigenous in both action and word.
Please support and celebrate these artists.

Check out our booth at the Banff Farmer’s Market, every Wednesday this summer 10am-6pm. We’ve partnered with local artists to showcase Banff’s very best! All proceeds go directly to the artists.

We’re looking for volunteers this summer to help with our market stall in Banff and Canmore. Sign up below!

Banff Pride X BanffLIFE Basecamp

We’re Celebrating Pride Month with two community BBQs!

Basecamp is a free drop-in social program for young adults living/working in Banff. This program is the best place in town to connect and meet new friends in a welcoming and inclusive space. Join BanffLIFE at the Sundance Park - Pavilion for their bi-weekly events. These events are drop-in (no registration) and free!

🗓️ When: Tuesday June 17, 5:30 - 7:30 PM
📍 Where: Sundance Park - Pavilion
🌟 Who: Young adults living/working in Banff
🎟 Cost: FREE

Join us for a peaceful escape into nature on Thursday June 12. Led by certified Forest Therapy Guide Ken Ouendag, this event offers a soothing way to decompress, reconnect with the natural world, and share a tranquil experience with your community.

Forest therapy, inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku or “Forest Bathing,” invites you to slow down and tune into your senses. During this guided walk, Ken will lead you through a series of gentle invitations designed to help you relax, refresh your mind, and deepen your connection with the surrounding environment.

This isn’t just about the benefits nature provides—such as reduced stress, improved mood, and a greater sense of belonging—it’s also a chance to share stories and simply have fun in a supportive community setting.

Spaces are limited to 12 participants to ensure an intimate and personalized experience. We’ll gather at 10:00 AM at the Spray River West trailhead (just past the Fairmont Banff Springs hotel) and wrap up by 12:00 PM.

Please note a waiver as part of the registration process will be required to be filled out upon arrival.

Check out our booth at the Banff Farmer’s Market, every Wednesday this summer 10am-6pm. We’ve partnered with local artists to showcase Banff’s very best! All proceeds go directly to the artists.

We’re looking for volunteers this summer to help with our market stall in Banff and Canmore. Sign up below!

Monday, June 9 2025 Coffee Connector is presented by Bow Valley Pride Network and The Moxy. This event will take place at The Moxy Hotel.

A chance to network, talk about business, collaborate on ideas, and/or connect over a good coffee! 14 spots available. 

This is complimentary thanks to the Bow Valley Pride Network and BlueBird., registration is required. 

Only 4 spots available for BVCC non-members.

But first, Coffee!

Coffee Connectors are a morning networking event that occurs on the second week of every month across the Bow Valley (except December, July & August), hosted by the Bow Valley Chamber of Commerce. This is an intimate group of up to 20 guests. This is a great chance to highlight your business or collaborate with a coffee shop.

Start your work day off right by connecting with like minded business members. Gain business insight, a useful tip or two or simply meet new people in the community.

Summit Lifestyle & Performance in partnership with Banff Pride are offering bi-weekly community fitness classes for all to enjoy!

Sweat45

A 45 min cardio and core intensive workout combining cardio equipment, kettlebells, dumbbells and body weight movements. Sweat45 is great for all levels!

DATE: Sunday, June 08
TIME: 6:00 PM to 6:45 PM
LOCATION: Bear Street Mall, First Floor #105/106 220 Bear Street. Private change rooms available.
SKILL LEVEL: Sweat45 is great for all levels!
CAPACITY: There’s just 16 spots available so sign up early!

Intro to OUTdoor Climbing

with local ACMG guide Ren Lavergne (they/them)

The program will take place on Saturday June 07, 2025 from 8:00am-4:00pm on Treaty 7 Territory. We will confirm the meeting location with participants a few days prior to the event. The routes chosen will be introductory level and no previous experience is required. We welcome all bodies and the event will be set at a pace to fit everyone's needs. Climbing equipment can be provided if needed.

What to bring:
● Lunch+snack and plenty to drink (1.5L)
● Day pack
● Rain gear
● Clothing allowing for easy and complete range of movement
● Warm weather gear as necessary for the season
● Running shoes or hiking boots (must be closed-toed)

This course is for members of Banff's 2SLGBTQIA+ community, who are ages 18+.

Participants from the Banff, Canmore, and Lake Louise area will be prioritized and folks from other areas will be invited to join if there is space. 

Banff Pride will do its best to facilitate transportation options for those not able to transport themselves. 

Participants will be emailed a confirmation with full event details 72hrs prior to the climbing date. 
Please reach out to info@banffpride.ca if course fees are a barrier to your participation.

DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION: Friday May 23

*Note: this event will happen rain or shine.

Set sail with Pride this June!

The ultimate brew-tiful adventure with Pursuit's Lake Minnewanka Beer Voyage Cruise! It’s a celebration of Pride paired with comedy, drag and craft beer on a boat!  Featuring performances by Drag stars Birthday Girl and Misty Meadows!

🍻 Cruise the stunning Lake Minnewanka at sunset, surrounded by the majestic Rockies, all while sipping on your favorite local craft beers.

But wait, there's more! Get ready to laugh 'til your sides hurt with hilarious stand-up comedy and fabulous drag performances!

And the best part? You're supporting a great cause—the Banff Pride Society! Don't miss out on this brew-tiful blend of beer, laughs, and scenic views. Grab your tickets now and let's cruise into the sunset together!

*** Minimum 2 guests per booking
*** 18 plus only
*** Weather dependent

Kick off Pride month and embrace the great OUTdoors!

Set sail across the wide-open emerald waters of beautiful Lake Minnewanka at dusk on the Lake Minnewanka Cruise.

While you enjoy a selection of local craft beer, you’ll be treated to an engaging interpretive tour to help you connect to the stunning Rocky Mountains all around plus —it's a magical time of day and a wonderful chance to learn, relax and socialize on Lake Minnewanka.

We’re fortunate here in Banff and the Bow Valley to have outstanding microbrews and craft breweries. Try some of our personal favourites on this cruise!

On the Beer Voyage cruise, we’ve teamed up with an amazing local bakery to serve the perfect treat to compliment your beer—a fresh and warm pretzl-sourdough bun.

 GETTING THERE:

Lake Minnewanka Cruise is located at Lake Minnewanka, a 15-minute drive from the town of Banff along the Minnewanka Loop Drive, in Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada. Upon arrival, proceed to our Boathouse for check ins and other information.

Board ROAM bus for free From Downtown Banff

Lake Minnewanka is one of Banff’s most popular destinations and the parking lot fills quickly. For the best experience, consider taking the bus. Board a bus from downtown Banff no later than an hour prior to your cruise time to ensure you arrive on time. Review Roam's bus schedule to find the most appropriate timing*

Driving

If you're driving, please arrive at least two hours prior to your cruise time to ensure you find a parking spot and have time to explore the area from the shore.

SAVE THE DATE!

Beers For Queers returns the first Wednesday of each month at Banff Ave Brewing Co ‘s Tap Room (ground floor). 8pm-Late.

All are welcome! This is a chill evening to grab a drink and chat with local queer folk visitors welcome!

Check out our booth at the Banff Farmer’s Market, every Wednesday this summer 10am-6pm. We’ve partnered with local artists to showcase Banff’s very best! All proceeds go directly to the artists.

We’re looking for volunteers this summer to help with our market stall in Banff and Canmore. Sign up below!

Banff Pride X BanffLIFE Basecamp

We’re Celebrating Pride Month with two community BBQs!

Basecamp is a free drop-in social program for young adults living/working in Banff. This program is the best place in town to connect and meet new friends in a welcoming and inclusive space. Join BanffLIFE at the Sundance Park - Pavilion for their bi-weekly events. These events are drop-in (no registration) and free!

🗓️ When: Tuesday June 03, 5:30 - 7:30 PM
📍 Where: Sundance Park - Pavilion
🌟 Who: Young adults living/working in Banff
🎟 Cost: FREE

Banff Pride is excited to attend this year’s Housekeeping Olympics! Pop by our booth, say hi! and learn more about up coming Banff Pride events and volunteer opportunities.

Cheer on Banff's hospitality workforce as hotels go head-to-head in competitions such as the Mop Race, Bed-Making Competition, Upright Vacuum Relay, Towel Folding Competition, and the Buffer Pad Toss.

Check out our booth at the Banff Farmer’s Market, every Wednesday this summer 10am-6pm. We’ve partnered with local artists to showcase Banff’s very best! All proceeds go directly to the artists.

We’re looking for volunteers this summer to help with our market stall in Banff and Canmore. Sign up below!

🌈 Flow with Pride

Join us for a rejuvenating and inclusive monthly yoga class hosted by Banff Pride at Flow State Yoga Studio! This is a space where everyone in the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and allies can come together for a nourishing practice.

🧘‍♀️ When: 4th Tuesday of each month at 4:00 pm

📍 Where: Flow State Yoga Studio, 211 Bear St Unit 201 B

🌟 Who: All ages and abilities welcome! Whether you're a seasoned yogi or new to the mat, this class is designed to embrace everyone.

🎟 Cost: FREE by donation 💕

Upcoming OUTdoor Events

Rise, shine, and hike alongside great company, Marilyn included!

Join us every Monday morning at 7:30 AM for a community hike up Tunnel Mountain, starting from the lower parking lot on St. Julien Road. This casual, self-paced hike is open to all ages, all abilities, and all kinds of friendly pups.

Leading the charge (and likely chasing a squirrel) is Marilyn, a 3-year-old sheepadoodle who’s ready to be your fluffy trail buddy.

Details:

When: Mondays at 7:30 AM

Where: Tunnel Mountain, Lower Parking Lot – St. Julien Road

Who: Everyone is welcome – two legs or four

Note: This is not a guided hike. Come as you are and hike at your own pace.

Bring water, your walking shoes, and your dog if you have one. Let’s start the week off on the right paw!