ULTIMATE GUIDE 2015
VANCOUVER
ULTIMATE PRIDE GUIDE
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FRIDAY, July 24 VANCOUVER’S 3RD ANNUAL FETISH WEEKEND This three-day celebration of fetish features six big events, 12 performers and 10 DJs. For more information on the events, performers and locations, and to purchase tickets, go to vancouverfetishweekend.com
QUEER ARTS FESTIVAL: QUEEROTICA This erotica tradition of tantalizing literature read aloud is also known at the Queer Arts Fest as Catherine and Jim’s
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dirty porn night, in honour of two late community leaders who were “porn aficionados and great festival supporters.” 7:30pm. Roundhouse Community Centre, 181 Roundhouse Mews. By donation. queerartsfestival.com
SPIRIT PRIDE The United Church of Canada kicks off Pride Week in Vancouver with an LGBT spirituality conference just steps from the heart of the Davie Village. Runs until Sunday, July 26. St Andrew’s-Wesley United Church, 1012 Nelson St. Tickets $25–50. To register go to spiritpride.org.
Saturday, JUly 25 PRIDE RUN & WALK The Vancouver Frontrunners officially kick off Pride Week with their annual Pride Run & Walk, offering a 5-km walking or running route or a 10-km running route. 9am. Brockton Oval, Stanley Park. 5K Run/Walk or 10K Run, $40. facebook.com/events/ 1639156536319111/
PICNIC IN THE PARK Directly following the Pride Run & Walk, join the Pride Picnic for family-friendly games like tug-of-war and drag race, as well as a volleyball tournament hosted by Out in Sports. Enjoy music spun by local DJs and visit the Pride Sports Bar. Doggy daycare by donation. 10am–6pm. Brockton Oval, Stanley Park. Shuttle every half-hour from 10am to 4pm at the Fountainhead Pub, 1025 Davie St, or the Independent Grocer, 1255 Davie St. Free admission. vancouverpride.ca More listings at dailyxtra.com
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QUEER ARTS FESTIVAL: TOUGH LANGUAGE, TENDER WISDOMS Acclaimed author Amber Dawn presents a two-day workshop on writing memoirs for transgressive voices. Pre-registration required; space is limited. 10:30am. Roundhouse Community Centre, 181 Roundhouse Mews. $50-250 sliding scale. queerartsfestival.com
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This group is a drop-in for all trans-identified and gender-variant folks, offering opportunities to connect, share, discuss and learn in a safe and supportive environment. Significant others and family are welcome. 1–3pm. Qmunity, 1170 Bute St. For more info, call 604–684–5307 or email transgathering@qmunity.ca.
LEZ HOOKUP PRE-PRIDE EDITION Lesbian speed dating just in time for Pride. 6–9pm. The Terminal, 115 12th St, New Westminster. Advance registration is required online. $25, with proceeds going to support Vancouver Dyke March & Festival. lezhookup.com
BEARS, THE BATHS AND BEYOND
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Steamworks hosts an afternoon for bears and their admirers. 1–6pm. Steamworks Baths,123 W Pender St. steamworksonline .com/Vancouver
Join festival art director SD Holman for an informal tour of this year’s Drawing the Line exhibition, followed by a salon co-hosted by Daily Xtra on boundaries and where we “draw the line.” 3pm. Roundhouse Community Centre, 181 Roundhouse Mews. By donation.
QUEER ARTS FESTIVAL: KISS & TELL Don’t miss the Kiss & Tell collective’s first public reunion in 13 years. Persimmon Blackbridge, Lizard Jones and Susan Stewart reunite to talk about their groundbreaking exhibition of lesbian sexual imagery from 25 years ago. Moderated by Janine Fuller from Little Sister’s Bookstore. 7:30pm. Roundhouse Community Centre, 181 Roundhouse Mews. By donation. queerartsfestival.com
Sunday, July 26 HEAT, PRIDE KICKOFF T–DANCE Symone Says hosts and DJs Sollors and Bertossi will spin. Container Coffee has three levels of fun, including a private terrace. 3–7pm. Container Coffee, 1100 Burrard St. $10 at door. vancouverpride.ca
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Monday, July 27 PRIDE WEEK PROCLAMATION AND LAUNCH Vancouver city council hosts a Pride flag-raising ceremony and a special session in council to officially launch Pride Week at city hall. Followed by a barbecue hosted by the city’s LGBT advisory committee. 10:45am. Vancouver City Hall, 453 West 12th Ave.
BIFOCUS This all-gender, peer-led social and support group helps bisexual and pansexual people cope with the challenges of biphobia and heterosexism, and discuss shared experiences. 7–9pm. Qmunity Generations, 1033 Davie St. Free. qmunity.ca
VISION PROUD Celebrate Pride with Vancouver Mayor Gregor Robertson and Vision Vancouver as they throw a party at Celebrities, hosted by Joan-E, starring Jinkx Monsoon and with DJs Del Stamp and the mayor himself. 7–11pm. Celebrities, 1022 Davie St. $10. proud.votevision.ca
SUITS BOAT CRUISE BC’s Positive Living Society hosts a Pride with Suits boat cruise for HIV-positive guys. Boarding at 6:30pm at the foot of Denman Street, boat sails at 7pm. Tickets $60-65 at Harbour Cruises, 604-687-5868. Ask for the Suits discount. For more information contact Richard at richardh@positivelivingbc.org or visit positivelivingbc.org
QUEER ARTS FESTIVAL: TRIGGER WARNING — A VIDEO CURATION Artist Coral Short curates “an evening of fearless queer video” that will likely trigger people, in order to explore the comfort line. 7:30pm. Roundhouse Community Centre, 181 Roundhouse Mews. $12/$8 concession. queerartsfestival.com.
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BINGO FOR LIFE PRIDE EDITION
Love the chaos of Shame Spiral? Well, drag queen Peach Cobblah is kicking it up a notch for Pride. Now you’ll have two chances to get splashed with drag queen sweat and laugh at Peach’s expense with Carlotta Gurl and Isolde N Barron. Shame Spiral Part One starts at 10pm at 1181, 1181 Davie St. Shame Spiral Part Two starts at 12am at XYYVR, 1216 Bute St. No cover. facebook.com/events /460897354070983/
Carlotta Gurl will have you playing bingo like grandma never did. Full proceeds go to the Friends for Life Society. Get your guest list requests in now to reserve your table. 8–10 pm. Celebrities, 1022 Davie St. $10. celebritiesnightclub.com
QUEER ARTS FESTIVAL: SISTER MARY’S A DYKE? In conjunction with the frank theatre company, the festival presents this one-woman show starring Kim Villagante in this work by Toronto playwright Flerida Peña. Runs until Sunday, Aug 2. 7:30pm. Roundhouse Community Centre, 181 Roundhouse Mews. $20. queerartsfestival.com
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WET & WILD The water will be flowing and a shower boy may be workin’ it. DJ Nick Bertossi will be supplying the beats and the patio will be open. 1pm. Pumpjack Pub, 1167 Davie St. $3.
QUEER ARTS FESTIVAL: I AM ME A Dance Out Loud workshop with Kinesis Dance. 6pm. Roundhouse Community Centre in the exhibition hall, 181 Roundhouse Mews. Pre-register at queerartsfestival.com or just drop in. PWYC. queerartsfestival.com
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FAUX GIRLS PRIDE SHOW mous weekly event The Junction presents the Pride edition of its regular Faux Girls show, featuring Emperor XLIV Eric Royal and Empress XLIV Babette Co-Taylor, followed by DJ Del Stamp. 10pm–4am. The Junction, 1138 Davie St. $5. facebook.com/pages/The-Junction /111718238887379?fref=ts
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where the lights get turned down low and the Steamworks men go into overdrive. Feel your way and see what happens. 4pm–4am. Steamworks Baths, 123 West Pender St. steamworksbaths.com
ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS A pre-Pride party with rainbows, food, drag queens and beer. A portion of the proceeds will support the Foundation of Hope, an organization that raises money to help LGBT refugees and immigrants. 7–10pm. Gordon Neighbourhood
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DEBAUCHERY Things just haven't been the same since Barb Snelgrove and Del Stamp were last together on the stage, so they have been invited back. Vancouver’s filthiest woman and Vancouver’s infamous filth pig are back together again for Pride’s naughtiest event. 7pm. Numbers Cabaret, 1042 Davie St. numbers.ca
UNDERWEAR PARTY Bring out your best, tattered, skimpy or grungy briefs and show off what your mama gave you. DJ Quest will get your junk moving. 9pm. Pumpjack Pub, 1167 Davie St. $5 cover. Pumpjackpub.com
SPICE GURLS DRAG REUNION SHOW The one and only drag shadow cast performing all your fave Spice Girls hits. Relive those Y2K feelings and celebrate the era we all love to hate. DJs Jane Smoker and Lisa De Lux, with hosts Tiffany Ann Co and Janessa 9pm–3am. Celebrities, 1022 Davie St. $10. celebritiesnightclub.com
ODYSSEY SHOWER POWER The much-anticipated return of one of gay Vancouver’s favourite parties has arrived — and organizers promise it will be bigger and better than ever! Brent Everett will be live and wet in the shower, with DJs Del Stamp and Kasha Kennedy. 9pm. The Odyssey, 686 W Hastings St. $25. theodyssey.ca
Friday, July 31 TRANS MARCH This annual march for trans, genderqueer, two-spirit people and allies kicks off Pride weekend with a political protest and a celebration of gender diversity. Allies are enthusiastically invited and welcome. 5:30pm. Clark Park, East 14th and Commercial Dr. March starts at 6pm. vancouverpride.ca
HOT & WET Join hundreds of women as they celebrate Pride aboard the MV Britannia. Boarding 6pm, sail 7–11pm. Harbour Cruises, #1, north end of Denman Street, one block north of Georgia Street. $45. Buy tickets at Little Sister’s, 1238 Davie St, and cremaproductions.com.
QUEER ARTS FESTIVAL: GENDERFEST INTROVERT CHILL MINGLER Billed as an introvert’s
DAVIE STREET BLOCK PARTY way to kick off the This year’s street party in the heart of the Davie Village will be fenceless for the first time. Roam freely, dance on the rainbow crosswalk, enjoy the talent and witness the annual wimple-in ceremony of the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence. 6pm–12am. Davie Street, from Burrard to Jervis Streets. Free admission for general attendance, 19+ wristbands $5. vancouverpride.ca
rowdy weekend. 7:30–10pm. Roundhouse Community Centre in the exhibition hall, 181 Roundhouse Mews. PWYC. queerartsfestival.com
SWALLOW YOUR PRIDE: A QUEER PLAY PARTY Brought to you by The Tardis House and Metro Vancouver Kink, celebrate your BDSM Pride with
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Vancouver’s only queer play party on Pride weekend. Whether you are a baby dyke or a well-worn leather man, all queer kinky perverts are welcome. 8pm–1am. The WISE Hall, 1882 Adanac St. $20 advance, $25 at door. swallowyourpride.ca
drink prior to the Davie Street block party. 8–10pm, Lickerish Lounge, 903 Davie St. canadianaviationpride.org
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DJs Riki Rocket and Kasey Riot spin while the boat cruises the harbour and beyond. 7pm boarding, 8–11pm sailing. Magic Yacht Charters, 1601 Bayshore Dr. $45 at flygirlproductions.com or Little Sister’s, 1238 Davie St. $55 at boarding.
Join the HoneyPot crew for a modern rustic dance party that is a great meeting place for bears, otters, wolves and other small woodland creatures and their admirers. 9pm–2am. XYYVR, 1216 Bute St. $5 from 6–8pm. $15 cover from 8–10pm. $20 cover after 10pm. xyyvr.com
QUEER AS FUNK Queer as Funk brings together 10 of the city’s hottest queer musicians for high-energy funk, soul and Motown classics of the ’60s and ’70s and contemporary favourites. 8pm. The Imperial, 319 Main St. $30 advance, $40 at door. queerasfunk.com
CANADIAN AVIATION PRIDE GET TOGETHER Annual Pride weekend gathering for gay pilots, friends and allies. Come eat and
CHICKS AHOY! WOMEN’S PRIDE CRUISE
FUNKTION PRIDE DJ Drew spins, and it’s guaranteed to keep you dancing all night. Or maybe all the hot men will keep you going. 9pm–4am. Junction Pub, 1138 Davie St. $12. junctionpub.com
MAN UP: ONE WILD PRIDE A space odyssey escapade that will transport you to another realm of queerocity. Climb aboard the bass ship and launch into a whole new dimension of pleasure. 9pm–3am.The Cobalt, 917 Main St. $20. brownpapertickets.com/event/1821078
PRIDE BALL 2015 Express yourself with a great night featuring Grammy-nominated DJ Chris Cox with support from DJ Del Stamp and hosted by Ivana Phoque. 9pm–4am. Celebrities, 1022 Davie St. $15. thisispride.ca
RUFFPRIDE RUFFpride is kicking off the weekend right. With DJs Brian Maier, Jay Douglas, Adam Dreaddy and Sollors. Live performances by the men of RUFF. 9pm–3am. The Pint, 455 Abbott St. $25 advance at Top Drawers, 809 Davie St. $30 at door. MNevents.ca
ODYSSEY PRIDE FRIDAY A Pride series celebrating the dramatic revival of one of Vancouver’s most infamous LGBT hot spots. DJ Eddie Martinez will highlight the night, and DJ Nick Bertossi will keep you moving. 9pm. The Odyssey, 686 West Hastings St. $25. theodyssey.ca
TRUCKERDISCO PRIDE An eclectic and inclusive dance party to kick off Pride. Everyone and anyone
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is welcome. 9pm–2am. The Waldorf, 1489 East Hastings St. $8 advance, $10–$12 at door. http://eepurl.com/Y8F5j
BACKDOOR This alternative party turns unconventional places into sickening party spaces. Everyone is welcome. Hosted by Jane Smoker, Evita Versace and Gia Metric. Vancouver Art and Leisure, 1965 Main St, backdoor entrance. $20 advance at Stratosphere Hair Salon, 1259 Granville St or JD’s Barbershop, 235 Abbott St. $25 at door, $30 after 12am.
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EMPIRE: LEATHERFETISH-HOUSE A night inspired by the energy of events like Folsom and The Black Eagle. Hosted by Grace Towers and Abeardedboy, with DJs Deko-ze, Nick Bertossi and SPRLVR. 10pm. Club 8x6, 1775 Haro St. $35 advance at Top Drawers, 809 Davie St. facebook.com/events /575163815955645/
VARSITY Catch Grammy-nominated producer Dave Audé in an exciting
new venue. Vancouver’s DJ Landon James spins an opening set. 10pm–3am. Studio Records, 919 Granville St. $30 advance. Tickets available at Little Sister’s, 1238 Davie St, and Top Drawers, 809 Davie St. bigrogerevents.com
PLAY Come out and play at this after-hours party. Producer and DJ Isaac Escalante spins, DJ Mumbles provides the opening set. 2am–7am. Encore Dance Club, 1058 Granville St. $35 advance. Tickets available at Little Sister’s, 1238 Davie St, and Top Drawers, 809 Davie St. bigrogerevents.com
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Saturday, AugUST 1 TERRY WALLACE MEMORIAL BREAKFAST A community breakfast honouring one of the founders of Pride in Vancouver. Recover from the Davie Street Block Party and enjoy syrup-covered pancakes and other breakfast delights in the heart of the Davie Village, courtesy of Independent Grocer and Super Save Group. 8am–12pm. Davie St and Bute St. PWYC. vancouverpride.ca
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VANCOUVER INTERNATIONAL PRIDE TOURNAMENT Vancouver’s LGBT tennis league celebrates Pride weekend with its annual three-day, multi-division singles and doubles tournament, running until Monday, Aug 3. All players must register by Sunday, July 26. Stanley Park Tennis Courts, Stanley Park. vtatennis.ca
PRIDE IN THE VILLAGE BBQ The Vancouver Pride Society presents a barbecue in the heart of the Davie Village to honour the history, successes and challenges experienced by the LGBT
community. Presented in conjunction with Saige Community Food Bank and includes food donated by Independent Grocer. 12–4pm. Davie St and Bute St. PWYC. vancouverpride.ca
DYKE MARCH & FESTIVAL Meet at McSpadden Park, where the march begins at noon. Following the march, enjoy an afternoon of community, music, family and friends at the festival in Grandview Park on Commercial Drive. March at noon, festival starts at 1pm. vancouverdykemarch.com
HEATWAVE Starring DJs Nick Bertossi and Landon James, and performances by Brooke Lynn Hytes. One of the best parties in the sun. 12–6 pm. Westin Grand Hotel, 433 Robson St. https://www.facebook. com/events/162347125 7895799/
EL HANGOVER Inclusivity makes its way to the Cobalt parking lot. Cool off from the Pride weekend sun (and a blistering headache) with an icy cool beverage. 1–9pm. The Cobalt parking Lot, 917
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QUEER ARTS FESTIVAL: COSMOPHONY Presented in conjunction with the Powell Street Festival, this is pianist Rachel Kiyo Iwaasa’s solo project on the beauty and mystery of the cosmos. 2pm. Firehall Arts Centre, 280 E Cordova St. queerartsfestival.com
BUDDY’S STAFF REUNION Share the afternoon with your favourite bar staff and dance to the music from the ’80s you remember so well. Proceeds benefit the LOUD Foundation's scholarship fund for LGBT students. 3pm. Railway Club, 579 Dunsmuir St. $10 at door. therailwayclub.com
LAUGH OUT WITH ELVIRA KURT Come out for an evening of side–splitting laughter starring Elvira Kurt. Vancouver Pride’s official comedy show features special guests comedian Darcy Michael, Symone Says and host Drex. Doors 7pm. Vogue Theatre, 918 Granville St. $29.50. Call 604–569–1144 or 1–888–732–1682 for tickets. vancouverpride.ca
QUEEN OF THE NIGHT Featuring RuPaul’s Drag Race alumni JuJubee, Shangela LaQuifa Wadley, Alyssa Edwards, Milk Queen and Trixie Mattel, this huge drag show also boasts local stars Conni Smudge, Iona Whipp, Jane Smoker, Jaylene Tyme, Tiffany Ann Co and Valynne Vile. 8pm. The Commodore, 868 Granville St. $45 general, $75 meetand-greet. Tickets at Little Sister’s, 1238 Davie St. facebook.com/TFDpresents
mesmerize you. 9pm–4am. Celebrities, 1022 Davie St. $30 advance. thisispride.ca
QUEERBASH: SATANIC TITANIC All goodbyes are sad ones, but at least this party is going down in style. Join Queer Bash as it says its final farewell. 9pm–3am. The Cobalt, 917 Main St. $13 advance at Little Sister’s, 1238 Davie St. facebook.com/events /108253542850184/
ON THE DANCE FLOOR DUNGEON PARTY Metro Vancouver Kink Dungeon Parties are always a night full of fun, socializing and hot scenes. If you are new and still have questions, or just want someone to chat with as you first walk in, a greeter can show you the ropes. 8pm–1am. Vancouver Arts and Leisure, 1965 Main St. $20. metrovancouverkink.com
PLAYHOUSE SATURDAYS DJs Mattilda Ho and Adam Dreaddy keep the dancefloor packed throughout the night. Let the dancers charm you and the lights
Six DJs, three VJs and all the eye candy you can handle or want to be handled by. Come experience some of the best queer talent. 9pm. Red Gate Arts Society, 855 East Hastings St. $15–$20. facebook.com/PartyMartyrProduction
PARADISE: THE BLACK MADONNA & NARK Welcome to Paradise, where Vancouver’s most amazing deviants gather to dance, flirt and be proud. The Black Madonna and Nark perform in a night of extravaganza. 10pm. The Fox Cabaret, 2321 Main St. $25 advance at Top Drawers, 809 Davie St.
GLITTER If all that glitters is gold, then these glittery go-go boys should promise a golden time. Also featuring Seattle’s DJ Bret Law. 10pm–4am. FiveSixty, 560 Seymour St. $50 advance at Little Sister’s, 1238 Davie St, and Top Drawers, 809 Davie St. bigrogerevents.com
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A Pride series celebrating the dramatic revival of one of Vancouver’s most infamous LGBT hot spots. DJ Brynn Taylor spins, with DJ Drew Gulbransen opening. Performances by Raye Sunshine and other surprise guests. 9pm. The Odyssey, 686 West Hastings St. $25. theodyssey.ca
The official Glitter afterparty. Why resist? Featuring a headlining set by Alain Jackinsky and a special set by Vancouver’s Nick Bertossi. 2am–7am. Encore Dance Club, 1058 Granville St. $35 advance at Little Sister’s, 1238 Davie St, and Top Drawers, 809 Davie St. bigrogerevents.com More listings at dailyxtra.com
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Sunday, AugUST 2 PRIDE FESTIVAL Browse through over 100 exhibitors in Pride Market, including local artisans, supporters and community organizations. A variety of bands, drag performers and speakers will be featured on the main stage, with DJs spinning in the beer garden throughout the day. 11am–6pm. Sunset Beach Park, 1204 Beach Ave. vancouverpride.ca
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PRIDE PARADE WATER GUN PARTY MN events and RodRozen Designs present the Pride Parade tradition that began 12 years ago. Bring your sunscreen, your own water gun and a little plastic bag to keep your pocket content dry. 11am–3pm. Comox and Denman Streets.
until Beach Ave, concluding at the Sunset Beach Pride Festival. vancouverpride.ca
PRIDE T-DANCE An afternoon party to start off your Pride night festivities with DJ Nick Bertossi. Doors open at noon. Junction Pub, 1138 Davie St. $5, junctionpub.com
Get ready for an afternoon of disco, funk and house. Come dance in a gorgeous new club — the patio will be open and the drinks and tunes flowing all afternoon long. 2–9pm. XYYVR, 1216 Bute St. $10. xyyvr.com
HISTORY “THE” PATIO PARTY After the parade, come celebrate Pride in the Numbers beer garden. DJs Shelly, Drew and Dennis Kindel will be playing the hottest music from early afternoon to early morning. 1pm–4am. Numbers, 1042 Davie St. numbers.ca
PRIDE PARADE Presented by the Vancouver Pride Society, the annual parade is the flagship event of Pride. 12–3pm. Starts at Robson and Thurlow Streets, then heads down the hill west to Denman Street and along Denman
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Make history together at the 10th annual Gay Pride Party Marathon. A 14-hour non-stop party beginning with DJ Darylo and Johnny Jover, and a best butt contest with host Iona Whipp. Celebrities, 1022 Davie St. No cover before 8:30pm, $10 after. thisispride.ca
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Get ready for an afternoon dance featuring sexy striptease go-go boys, cheap drinks and daytime dancing beats provided by local phenom DJ Quest. 3–7pm. Granville Strip, 1050 Granville St. $15 advance at Little Sister’s, 1238 Davie St, and Top Drawers, 809 Davie St. bigrogerevents.com
Not quite finished partying on the parade route? Come join in for a premium evening party featuring dancing, a light canapés service and stellar performances from a cavalcade of Vancouver’s drag divas. 4–10pm. Boathouse Restaurant, 1795 Beach Ave. $45. vancouverpride.ca
Enjoy Pride on the MV Princess with DJs Jay Douglas and SPRLVR, performers Raye Sunshine, Jane Smoker and Evita Versace, plus scenery that will take your breath away. Boarding 4pm, cruise 5–9pm. $60 advance at Little Sister’s, 1238 Davie St. Boarding at Harbour Cruises at #501 Denman St. cruiseyt.com
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The legendary post-parade outdoor party for women and friends. This part-garden party, part-dance party features DJs Saratonin, Nathalie Morel, Beaubien and Armistice, and a full-on, rainbow- striped racket of (civilised) debauchery. 3–9pm. Sheraton Wall Centre, 1088 Burrard St. $45 advance at Little Sister’s, 1238 Davie St. flygirlproductions.com
Take a break from all the Pride festivities and get some needs met. Fall to your knees and make it your weekly religion. Featuring Vancouver’s best DJs. 4–8 pm, Steamworks, 123 West Pender St. Entrance $6, $8 locker rental. Steamworksbaths.com
Sail on the MV Britannia and experience Pride at its best. DJs Zach Shore and Bret Law will keep you entertained on all levels of the boat along with performers Joan-E, Carlotta Gurl, Dan Bevan and Mateo McIntyre. Boarding starts at 5pm, cruise 6–10 pm. $55 advance at Little Sister’s, 1238 Davie St. Boarding at Harbour Cruises at #501 Denman St. cruiseyt.com
LIPSTICK JUNGLE PRIDE DJs Kurty, Skylar Love and Emilita spin all afternoon and night with a bevy of dancers. 3pm-12am. Lux Lounge, 1180 Howe St. $20 advance at State Of Mind, 1100 Davie St.
SWIRL: A PREMIUM GRRL PARTY In conjunction with the Vancouver Pride Society, Crema presents DJs Citizen Jane and Skylar Love, Venever Vice, Sarah Wheeler and DJ T. All genders and all bodies are welcome. 4pm–1am. Allstar Wings and Ribs, 808 Bute St. $25 advance at Little Sister’s, 1238 Davie St. vancouverpride.ca
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UNTOXICATED Come out for a gathering of people who live clean, sober and proud. This year’s headliner is RuPaul’s Drag Race Alaska Thunderfuck 5000, along with local talent Crystal Clearly, Celestial Seasons, Cadence Winter Matthews, Alma Bitches and more. 7pm. 1185 Davie St. $15 advance, $20 at door. vancouverpride.ca
SUNDAY PLAYROOM & PATIO BEER GARDEN After the parade, the PumpJack Pub doubles the size of its patio for the day to handle the crush of hot, sweaty men. Have cheap drinks, soak up the sun, dance to some great music by a special guest DJ and maybe unwrap that special Pride basket you’ve been cruising all day. Bar open until 4am. PumpJack Pub, 1167 Davie St. No cover. pumpjackpub.com
PRIDE 2015 DANCE PARTY
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DJs Drew and Mike Bermudez spin, with performances by Carlotta Gurl and Joan-E. 8pm–4am. Junction Pub, 1138 Davie St. $15. junctionpub.com More listings at dailyxtra.com
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SIMONE DENNY LIVE Telus presents a Friends & Company Pride Concert with internationally celebrated Canadian vocalist Simone Denny, the voice behind Love Inc. 8pm–2am. Twelvewest, 1219 Granville St. $30 (includes VIP entry). friendsandcompany.ca
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Enjoy a night like no other, and lose yourself in the whirlpool of glamour and royalty. Your majesty awaits at a venue just perfect for Pride. DJs Lee Harris, Jeremy Khamkeo and Sollors, with host Berlin
and performer Beardoncé. 8pm–4am. Aura Nightclub, 1180 Granville St. $35. bit.ly/1Kguo2j
PRIDE YOUTH DANCE The Vancouver Pride Society and Qmunity Gab Youth present a safe, sober space for dancing and connecting with friends. If you’re a youth between the ages of 14–25, come and join for a rainbow-filled Pride celebration specifically for queer, trans and allied youth. 8pm–12am. Coal Harbour Community Centre, 480 Broughton St. PWYC. vancouverpride.ca
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THE FINAL HUSTLA: #OVER All good things must come to an end, like this favourite East Van hip hop monthly. But it wouldn’t be Hustla without one final, messy-ass, wig-snatching rap battle. Hosted by Peach Cobblah and Bambibot, and DJs Jef Leppard and That’s So Raven. 9pm–3am. The Cobalt, 917 Main St. $15 advance at Little Sister’s, 1238 Davie St. https://www.facebook .com/events/16050940 99708265/
BEARRACUDA Bearracuda returns to Vancouver Pride for
its fifth year. Sponsored by Growlr and Steamworks — be prepared for a hairy and steamy night. 9pm. Club 560, 560 Seymour St. $30 advance, $40 at door. http://bearracuda.com /vancouver–pride
Chanti and Darling with DJs Airick X, Colby B and G-Luve. 10pm–2am. XYYVR, 1216 Bute St. $10 in advance, $12–$15 at door. xyyvr.com
HERSHE BAR — ONE TICKET, TWO CLUBS
TFD Presents brings you the longest running closing party during Vancouver Pride weekend. With headliners DJ Tom Stephan, DJ Grind and Shokra, with an opening set by Nick Bertossi and featuring dancers from all across North America. 10pm–4am. The Commodore, 868 Granville St. $37.75 at Little Sister’s, 1238 Davie St. TFDpresents.com
Two clubs, five DJs. Get ready for a night of neon, confetti, electrifying music and beautiful people. 9pm–3am. Harbour Event Centre and Prive Nightclub, 750 Pacific Blvd. $25 early bird, $30 regular at Little Sister’s, 1238 Davie St. flygirlproductions.com
PINK: THE OFFICIAL PRIDE AFTER PARTY Looking to squeeze the last drops of juice out of your Pride Sunday? Cap off the events of the day with Pink — one last hurrah at the end of the rainbow with dancing, DJs and great food. All genders and all bodies are welcome. Bathrooms are gender neutral for the event. 9pm. Lips Resto, 1143 Davie St. $10 at door. vancouverpride.ca
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Monday, AugUST 3 PRIDE RECOVERY CRUISE Still have the energy and need to party? Join the Pride board and congratulate them on a great job on the Pride Recovery Cruise on the MV Britannia. DJs Del Stamp and Dom Top will keep you entertained on all three levels of the boat. Performers Jaylene Tyme and Iona Whip will give it their all for you. Boarding at 3 pm, cruise 4–8 pm, $60 in advance at Little Sister’s, 1238 Davie St. Boarding at Harbour Cruises, #501 Denman St. cruiseyt.com
UNITED – SUNDAY NIGHT AFTERHOURS Tel Aviv’s Yinon Yahel makes his Vancouver debut in the coveted closing spot at the special Pride edition of the wildest and sweatiest recurring after-hours party. Opening set by Vancouver breakout star DJ Del Stamp. 1–7am. Encore Dance Club, 10558 Granville St. $50 advance at Little Sister’s, 1238 Davie St, and Top Drawers, 809 Davie St. bigrogerevents.com 2014 Vancouver Pride parade. SERGEI BACHLAKOV
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