We are excited to announce this year’s Salt Spring Pride Festival from July 16 to 19th!
Our theme this year is “Salt Spring Island Pride: Rooted in Community.” Pride is an opportunity to celebrate and uplift our local and regional 2SLGBTQIA+ community while strengthening the connections that make Salt Spring such a special place to live. By deepening our roots together, we can grow a more welcoming, inclusive, and vibrant community for everyone.
Whether you identify as 2SLGBTQIA+, are a family member, friend, neighbour, ally, local business, community organization, or simply someone who believes everyone deserves to belong, we invite you to join us. Pride is at its best when the whole community comes together in support, celebration, and solidarity.
Weekend highlights include:
Thursday July 16 at 7pm
Parade: Queer Acts of Love and Resistance film screening co-presented by DAISSI and our host for the evening, the Salt Spring Island Public Library.
A bold and unflinching documentary that charts the rise of Canada’s 2SLGBTQIA+ rights movement through powerful first-person testimony and rarely seen archival footage. The film is provided courtesy of the National Film Board of Canada.
Friday July 17 4:30 to 6:30pm
Pride Welcome Potluck in partnership with the Salt Spring Island United Church, held at the Church Meadow.
Start off the weekend with our kick off potluck in this beautiful meadow. Ease into Pride weekend with connection, food, and friends. Bring a dish of your choice, label it if possible.
→ Stay for the "Queer & Faithful Friday Night Cinema Series" hosted by and at the United Church at 6:30pm.
Saturday July 18 starting at 10:00am
Community Workshop Day in partnership with and at the Salt Spring Island Public Library.
A day of workshops and socials as an opportunity to connect, learn, and grow as a community. Workshop proposal form is available at daissi.ca.
Saturday July 18 8:00pm to 1:00am
The Rainbow Party at Fulford Hall: experience an unforgettable night of music, dance, performance, and celebration.
19+ Event | Cash & Cards Accepted | Licensed Bar | Valid ID Required
Tickets $30 Advance, $40 door. For information on tickets go to daissi.ca
The night kicks off with festival favourite DJ canis loopus. From there, Alma Be — drag artist, nightlife icon, and rising DJ — serves up irresistible blends of tech house, nu-disco, bass house, and pop remixes. The headline performance is none other than Vivian Vanderpuss, fan favourite and Miss Congeniality from Canada’s Drag Race Season 3. Other performances feature Victoria’s own bearded theatre queen Woofie, sizzling go-go dancers, and additional acts that promise to delight!
Sunday July 19 12:30pm
Parade and Street Party in Ganges.
Yes, the parade will be on Sunday for the first time!
Parade mustering location and route coming soon.
The DAISSI Pride Parade is free to enter. Groups and organizations are requested to register on our website at daissi.ca.
Pride Street Party Celebration!
Come celebrate Pride on the Library Steps on McPhillips Ave following the parade. Hosted by Vivian Vanderpuss, featuring drag artists, Kele Fleming and Matthew Presidente, and more! Together, Kele and Matthew are a powerhouse duo singing their hearts out for love and the betterment of our world.
More information: daissi.ca
