Pride on the Island

Calgary Pride, in partnership with Dickens, The Cabaret Company, and Detour YYC proudly presents: PRIDE ON THE ISLAND
Featuring DJ Trixie Mattel
A New Era of Calgary Pride Begins.
For the first time ever, Prince’s Island Park will be transformed into Calgary’s largest outdoor Pride dance party, bringing together world-class entertainment, local talent, production, and thousands of people for one unforgettable night under the stars.
Headlining the celebration is international drag superstar, television personality, recording artist, DJ Trixie Mattel, joined by an incredible lineup of DJs, drag performers, entertainers, with Karla Marx as host.
From 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM, experience high-energy performances, incredible music, and a festival atmosphere unlike anything Calgary Pride has presented before.
Produced by local partners who live, work, and create in Calgary, Pride on the Island is more than just another event. It is the beginning of a new tradition built by our community, for our community.
Dickens will be operating site-wide alcohol consumption, the night will be hosted by Karla Marx, with The Cabaret Company, Detour YYC, and Calgary Pride working together behind the scenes to bring this event to life.
Whether you’re dancing with friends, celebrating your community, or experiencing Pride for the first time, this is the Pride party you won’t want to miss.
Saturday, September 5, 2026
Prince’s Island Park
5:00 PM PM – 11:00 PM
Gates open at 4:00 PM
18+ Event
Ticket Options
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE
Early Bird $35 only 100 available!
General Admission $55
VIP Experience $125 only 300 available!
VIP includes:

Priority entry
Dedicated VIP washrooms
VIP seating and lounge space

Pay It Forward Ticket
Help make Pride more accessible.
Guests who are in a position to do so can purchase a Pay It Forward Ticket to help someone in our community who may not otherwise be able to attend. Donated tickets will be distributed through Calgary Pride and our community partners so more people have the opportunity to celebrate Pride together.
Ticket Policies

This is an 18+ event
All ticket sales are final and are non-refundable
The event will proceed rain or shine
Event lineup and schedule are subject to change.