It's summer! Across the festival you'll find opportunities to explore the city, get active, enjoy the outdoors, and connect with community in some of St. John's most beautiful spaces. If fresh air is part of your perfect summer day, add these events to your Pride schedule.
Wednesday, July 9 | 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
📍 Quidi Vidi Boathouse
Take in the sights and sounds of Quidi Vidi during this accessible birding experience hosted in an inclusive, welcoming environment. No previous birding experience is required—just bring your curiosity.
Saturday, July 11 | 9:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
📍 Bannerman Park
Spend the day on the diamond at Pride's annual softball tournament. Teams are balanced based on experience and comfort level, making it a fun day of friendly competition for players and spectators alike.
Saturday, July 11 | 12:00–2:00 p.m.
📍 Bannerman Park Pool
A welcoming, body-positive swim designed to celebrate joy, community, and movement in an affirming space.
Sunday, July 12 | 8:00–10:00 a.m.
📍 Bowring Park (Peter Pan Statue)
Join fellow nature lovers for a relaxed morning walk through one of the city's favourite parks while spotting local birds and enjoying great conversation.
Tuesday, July 14 | 8:00–10:00 p.m.
📍 Harbourside Park
Bring a lawn chair or blanket and settle in for an evening of live music, storytelling, and community by the water. A new, sustainable approach to a longstanding tradition.
Saturday, July 18 | 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
📍 Quidi Vidi Lake
Walk, jog, or run your way through Pride. This event is all about participation, celebration, and getting outside together. Plus, the medals rock.
Saturday, July 18 | 12:00–3:00 p.m.
📍 70 Brookfield Road
Gather for food, conversation, and community at this celebration of Two-Spirit people, culture, and connection. This event is open to 2S community members, their friends, families, and allies.
Sunday, July 19 | 1:00–4:00 p.m.
📍 Bannerman Park
Finish the Festival with live entertainment, community organizations, family activities, food vendors, and thousands of people celebrating together after the Pride Parade.
Looking for even more ways to celebrate? Browse the full 2026 St. John's Pride Festival schedule and build your own Pride adventure.
