East Side Pride

East Side Pride starts Vancouver's Pride season. It's an annual community party, slower and more family-friendly than the downtown events.

You'll find local vendors, community groups, live acts, and activities for all ages. It shows off Vancouver's queer community. It's a good way to meet local LGBTQ+ organizations and have a day out in a lively neighborhood.

The event usually has a stage for local drag artists, musicians, and speakers. Booths sell crafts and food, and offer information from various community services. The mood is relaxed and open. While venues change, East Side Pride usually uses local parks or community spaces to highlight Vancouver's East Side.

It's a lead-up to the main Vancouver Pride celebrations, letting different parts of the LGBTQ+ community and its allies gather in a different setting. It's a way to see Vancouver's queer culture beyond the main parade, focusing on local talent and grassroots efforts.