Tri-Cities Pride Festival 2026

Celebrate diversity, inclusion, and community at the Tri-Cities Pride Festival 2026, a series of free Pride celebrations taking place across Port Moody, Coquitlam, and Port Coquitlam. Organized by the Tri-Cities Pride Society, this annual festival brings together the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, families, allies, and supporters through live entertainment, art, workshops, youth activities, and community events.

Guided by this year's theme, "Empathy Not Apathy: Stand Together," the festival offers welcoming, accessible, and family-friendly celebrations throughout the Tri-Cities.

Event Details

Event: Tri-Cities Pride Festival 2026

Dates:

• June 26, 2026 – Port Moody Youth Pride
• July 4, 2026 – Coquitlam Pride
• July 19, 2026 – Pride in Port Coquitlam

Locations: Port Moody, Coquitlam, and Port Coquitlam, BC

Organizer: Tri-Cities Pride Society

Admission: Free

Festival Highlights

Visitors can enjoy:

• Pride celebrations in all three Tri-Cities communities
• Live music
• Family-friendly activities
• Art workshops
• Community booths
• Drag performances
• Pride parade
• Story time for children
• Interactive crafts
• Local artists and performers
• Inclusive celebrations for all ages

Festival Schedule

Port Moody Youth Pride

Date: Friday, June 26, 2026

Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Location: PoMoArts Centre & Kyle Centre

Organized by the Tri-Cities Pride Society's LGBTQ+ Youth Committee, this youth-focused event features local queer musicians, artists, free crafts, interactive activities, and collaborative art projects celebrating Pride and self-expression.

Highlights include:

• Youth performances
• Crafty Corners workshops
• Community art project
• Family-friendly activities
• Free admission

Coquitlam Pride

Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026

Time: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Location: Evergreen Cultural Centre & Town Centre Park Community Plaza

The fourth annual Coquitlam Pride celebration features a full day of activities, including:

• Pride Story Time
• Opening ceremony
• Pride parade
• Live music
• Workshops
• Community exhibitors
• Family activities

Following the festival, Evergreen Cultural Centre hosts an evening Pride dance from **5:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Pride in Port Coquitlam

Date: Sunday, July 19, 2026

Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Location: Leigh Square

Celebrate Pride with an afternoon of entertainment and creative activities for all ages.

Festival highlights include:

• Live music
• Drag performances
• Family-friendly art activities
• Denim vest decorating station
• Rainbow cookie decorating
• Interactive community activities

All activities are free to participate in.

Family-Friendly Pride Celebrations

The Tri-Cities Pride Festival is designed to be welcoming and inclusive for everyone.

Throughout the festival, visitors can enjoy:

• Children's activities
• Creative workshops
• Live performances
• Community organizations
• Interactive art
• Safe and inclusive spaces
• Opportunities to connect with local LGBTQ2SIA+ communities and allies

Why You Should Attend

Tri-Cities Pride Festival is one of Metro Vancouver's leading community Pride celebrations, bringing together residents and visitors through music, creativity, education, and celebration.

Whether you're attending the Pride parade in Coquitlam, supporting local youth in Port Moody, or enjoying family activities in Port Coquitlam, the festival offers meaningful experiences that celebrate diversity, belonging, and inclusion.

About the Tri-Cities Pride Society

The Tri-Cities Pride Society is a community organization dedicated to supporting and celebrating LGBTQ2SIA+ communities across Port Moody, Coquitlam, and Port Coquitlam. Through festivals, educational programs, youth initiatives, and community events, the society promotes inclusion, visibility, and connection throughout the Tri-Cities.

Event Information

Event: Tri-Cities Pride Festival 2026

Dates: June 26, July 4 & July 19, 2026

Locations: Port Moody, Coquitlam & Port Coquitlam, British Columbia

Admission: Free

Official Website: https://tricitiespride.ca/festival/