Spanning 150+ feature films, 84 shorts, 90+ premieres (including 15 world premieres), #VIFF2025 brings together films, live performances, industry talks, and interactive experiences to connect audiences...  Oct 2-12.

Loud and Proud 2025 is happening in October this year! Spread the word, share this with everyone you think would love to spend some time in an open, accepting space at Song Sparrow Hall, Salmon Arm. Oct 17-19.

A week full of Queer Community Events all around the Island! Parade | Queer As Funk | Drag King Sylvester Stalletto | And More…Sept 7-14.

With 87 shows, returning Kids Fringe, and a brand-new comedy series in partnership with Little Mountain Gallery, there’s so much fun in store this year. Sept 4-14

The 37th annual Vancouver Queer Film Festival takes place September 11-21, 2025 (online Sept 22-28) and will feature 100 bold, beautiful films from 25 countries.

This Pulse on the Plaza is going to be unforgettable! Come be part of an evening filled with fun, connection, and celebration — and discover more about your 2SLGBTQ+ community. Aug 22.

The 2025 New West Pride Street Festival features a wide variety of vendors, performers, sponsors, and volunteers. Aug 16.

From artist talks to workshops, new exhibitions and community collaborations, there’s a whole month of queer creativity to explore. June 6 - 28

Mark your calendars for “Vancouver’s” only festival dedicated to the 2SLGBTQIA+ communities during Pride Month! June 6-28

Stronger Than the Current is our 2025 Pride theme — a call to remember who we are, where we come from, and how we persevere.. June 1.

Creating opportunities for visibility, collaboration, and celebration within our diverse community. July 1-6

GEMS Vancouver's signature event, GEMFest, is the only film festival dedicated to women and gender-diverse people in Western Canada, and one of just three international film festivals for women and gender-diverse people in Canada. Mar 5-9

The annual Vancouver International Film Festival showcases exceptional cinema, talks, industry sessions and other unique events. Here is a listing of 2SLGBTQiA+ creators and their work. Sept 26 - Oct 6

The Vancouver Queer Film Festival (VQFF) returns for its 36th year, showcasing 97 films from 25 countries. Sept 11-22.

Renowned HIV+ theatre maker and queer arts producer Jeremy Goldstein's Truth to Power Café is a profound theatrical reflection on loss, hope, and resistance. Nov 3.

Cabaret-style festival presents electrifying fusion of theatre, music, drag, circus, and more at Vancouver Playhouse. Nov 6-9

Now in its fifth year, IndieFest has celebrated local creatives, amplified the voices of IBPOC and LGBTQ2S+ artists, and pushed for innovation in live performance with genre-defying projects. Nov 15-23.

The Vancouver Fringe Festivals ethos has always been to provide a platform for independent and experimental theatre with venues spread across various locations. There are over 70 plays on offer this year. Get your tickets! Sept 5-15.

Festival features 56 artists selected by new inclusive curatorial committee, highlighting diversity and community collaboration. Oct 11-13.