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Pride Month in Calgary: Events, Resources, and Ways to Connect

Published: Jun 3, 2026 @ 2:03 PM

June is Pride Month, a time to celebrate the diversity, resilience, and contributions of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. It is also an opportunity to learn, connect, and support organizations that are helping create more inclusive communities across Calgary and beyond.

Whether you're looking to attend an event, connect with community, learn more about Pride history, or access support services, we've gathered a selection of resources to help you get involved throughout the month.

Featured Events

Queer Prom at The Confluence

June 6, 2026 | 7:00 PM–11:00 PM

Hosted at The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, Queer Prom offers an inclusive and welcoming space for community members aged 16+ to celebrate Pride through music, drag performances, dancing, and connection.

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Airdrie Pride Festival

June 20, 2026 | 10:30 AM–4:00 PM

Held at Nose Creek Park, the Airdrie Pride Festival is a free, family-friendly celebration featuring a solidarity walk, flag raising ceremony, performances, community organizations, and food vendors.

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Looking for More Events?

Pride Month is filled with opportunities to celebrate, connect, and learn. For additional events happening throughout Calgary and surrounding communities, explore event roundups from Daily Hive Calgary and Queer Calgary.

View Calgary Pride Event Roundup →

Explore Community Event Listings →

Local Organizations and Supports

Calgary Outlink

Calgary Outlink is Calgary's Centre for Gender and Sexual Diversity, providing programs, resources, education, and opportunities for community connection for 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals and allies.

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Skipping Stone

Skipping Stone supports Two-Spirit, trans, and gender-diverse youth, adults, and families through affirming programs, advocacy, and community services.

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Centre for Sexuality

The Centre for Sexuality offers education, counselling, and programs designed to support, empower, and connect 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals and communities.

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LUNA Child and Youth Advocacy Centre

LUNA provides mental health resources and supports for LGBTQIA2S+ children, youth, and families.

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National and Provincial Resources

Alberta 2SLGBTQIA+ Resource Hub

A collection of provincial resources, information, and supports for 2SLGBTQIA+ Albertans.

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Egale Canada

Egale is Canada's leading organization for 2SLGBTQI people and issues, advancing equality, human rights, education, and inclusion.

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pflag Canada

pflag Canada provides peer support, education, and advocacy for individuals, parents, families, and allies.

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The Trevor Project

The Trevor Project offers resources, education, and crisis support focused on LGBTQ+ young people.

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Learn About Pride History

Pride Month is also an opportunity to learn about the advocacy, activism, and community leadership that have shaped progress toward greater inclusion and equality.

Pride in Canada

Explore key moments in Canada's Pride movement and the ongoing efforts to build a more equitable society.

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Pride in Calgary

Learn about the history of Pride in Calgary and the individuals and organizations that have helped shape the local movement.

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Building Inclusive Communities Together

At Volunteer Calgary, we believe strong communities are built when everyone feels welcomed, valued, and able to participate fully.

This Pride Month, we encourage our community to celebrate, learn, support local organizations, and engage with the many events and resources available throughout June. Whether you're attending an event, exploring a new resource, volunteering, or simply taking time to learn, every step helps strengthen a more inclusive community for all.