Pride Week returns to Richmond from Monday, July 27 to Sunday, August 2 with a colourful series of events, learning opportunities and community connection in support of Richmond’s Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual and gender diverse (2SLGBTQIA+) communities.
“Pride Week is both a celebration and a reminder that fostering inclusion requires ongoing care, courage and a strong sense of community,” said Mayor Malcolm Brodie. “This year’s theme, Pride in Momentum, reflects the collective energy and commitment of people working together to build a more equitable, welcoming and vibrant Richmond for everyone.”
New for 2026, a Pride Kickoff event will take place at the Minoru Centre for Active Living outdoor plaza on Sunday, July 26 from 2:00 to 5:00pm. The event will feature drag impersonator Carrie Dawn, a Pride Fusion Dance, and information booths from organizations offering 2SLGBTQIA+ programs and services, including Vancouver Coastal Health and Foundry Richmond.
Other Pride Week highlights include the:
- Annual painting of the Richmond Cultural Centre Pride stairs accompanied by youth musical performances
- Author talk with Mischa Oak on his recent book Rainbow Wisdom
- Tie Dye in the Park workshop
- Outdoor Zumba party
- Pride Tea for adults aged 55+
- Film screening of Love is Strange, and more.
Residents are encouraged to explore the full schedule at richmond.ca/PrideWeek to take part in the festivities and help keep Richmond’s Pride momentum going. Registration is required for some programs and space is limited. Note that some events take place before and after official Pride Week dates.
Pride Week is presented by the City of Richmond, Richmond Public Library, and Community Associations and Societies.