Celebrate New West Pride Aug 4 - 15, 2026
New West Pride 2026: Schedule of Events & The Extended Cut
Get ready to celebrate New West Pride 2026! We’ve gathered all the details for the upcoming lineup of community events, workshops, shows, and celebrations across New Westminster.
Join us August 15th for the street festival for a full day of queer family fun!
Check out the full schedule below and make sure to register early where required!
📅 Week 1: August 4 – August 9
Tuesday, August 4
Flag Raising & Story Sharing
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: City Hall Guest Flagpole at Tipperary Park Friendship Gardens
Details: Listen & share stories & poems under the newly risen Pride flag.
New West Pride: Serving Punchlines Comedy Fest Opening
Time: Doors at 7:00 PM | Show at 7:30 PM
Location: Centennial Lodge in Queens Park
Details: Join your community for the opening night of this Prideful Comedy Fest (and it’s free!). Featuring local comedians and an unforgettable drag performance!
Wednesday, August 5
Pride Story Time
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: New West Public Library (Main Branch)
Details: Celebrate New West Pride with NWPL's annual Pride-themed Storytime! We’ll be sharing stories and songs for the whole family in this joyful, celebratory storytime featuring performers Carmella Barr and Weebee.
Thursday, August 6
Tools for Emotional Support Workshop
Time: 12:00 PM
Details: Join two experienced counseling therapists for an interactive workshop exploring practical tools to support emotional well-being. Register with New West Pride.
Friday, August 7
Spin-It Forward
Time: 6:05 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Spinco Burnaby (108 - 1899 Rosser Avenue)
Details: Spin class celebrating New West Pride Society. Register with NWPride.
Queer Gallery Opening Social
Location: Centennial Lodge in Queens Park
Details: Join us in celebrating the opening night of a queer gallery up through the month of August in celebration of Pride in New West.
Saturday, August 8
Canadian Queer Story Time
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Delicia or Coasters?
Details: Come listen to shared stories of community, survival, and love.
Paint by Gender Workshop
Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Details: Teaching abstract painting with guided conversation and prompts exploring the concept of gender! Register with New West Pride.
Sunday, August 9
Pride Kickoff Party
Time: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Terminal Pub
Details: Come join this afternoon beer bash to celebrate Pride in New Westminster!
All Bodies Swim
Time: 7:45 PM – 9:45 PM
Location: təməseẃtxʷ Aquatic and Community Centre
Details: Join NW Pride at the All Bodies swim.
📅 Week 2: August 10 – August 15
Monday, August 10
Gayming Pub Quiz
Time: Doors at 5:30 PM | Quiz at 6:30 PM
Location: Kelly O'Bryans (800 Columbia St)
Details: Join us in Downtown New West for this fun activity for pride! Bring your friends and test your queer and nerdy knowledge!
Pride Beer Launch with S&O
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Steel & Oak Brewing Co. (1319 Third Ave)
Details: Come see and taste a new beer release with New West Pride and Steel & Oak.
Tuesday, August 11
New West Pride: Serving Punchlines Comedy Fest Closing
Time: Doors at 7:00 PM | Show at 7:30 PM
Location: Centennial Lodge in Queens Park
Details: Join your community for the closing night of this Prideful Comedy Fest (and its free!). Featuring local comedians and an unforgettable drag performance!
Wednesday, August 12
Pride Hoedown
Time: 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Location: Century House (620 Eighth Street)
Details: Come on out and have fun line dancing! All abilities welcome. Demonstrations available and light refreshments provided.
Poetry in the Park
Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: Queens Park
Details: Arts New West and NW Pride team up to bring you some literary talent in Queens Park!
Rainbow Karaoke: Pride Edition
Time: 7:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Location: Terminal Pub (115 12th Street)
Details: Come join queer karaoke @ Terminal Pub!
Thursday, August 13
Pronouns Workshop
Time: 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Location: Century House (620 Eighth Street)
Details: Learn more about gender identity and pronouns. Register with New West Pride.
Pie for Pride
Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Farmers Market New West at Tipperary Park
Details: Join us for a pie contest with community baking in celebration of pride!
Friday, August 14
Spin-It Forward
Time: 6:05 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Spinco Burnaby (108 - 1899 Rosser Avenue)
Details: Spin class celebrating New West Pride Society. Register with NWPride.
Fridays on Front: Pride Edition
Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: Front Street
Details: Your favourite way to spend Friday nights in Downtown New West—come out for this special Pride edition of Fridays on Front!
Bears in the Burbs Pride Social
Time: 4:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: Howe Sound Brewing Taphouse (411 Columbia Street)
Details: Men-oriented (but not exclusive) social on the patio. Reservations requested via Facebook for staffing purposes.
Saturday, August 15
New West Pride Street Fest
Time: 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Columbia St.
Details: The main event! Join the street festival celebration on Columbia Street.
Pride Story Time and Family Dance Party
Time: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Anvil Centre
Details: Join NWPL for a special Pride-themed librarian-led storytime at Anvil Centre, followed by balloons, tunes, and dancing!
Pride Disco Dance Party (19+)
Time: 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM (Kitchen open until 10:00 PM)
Location: Terminal Pub
Details: Come end pride at the Terminal Pub for this 19+ event with dancing and fun!
Check back to our events tab at newwestpride.com and our Instagram and Facebook pages for updates.
Keep an eye out for workshop registration soon!
Do you want to see your event promoted with NW Pride: The Extended Cut? You can submit to organizers through the website!