Pride Week Events

Window Decorating Contest - All Ages

August 8-22, 2022

Kamloops Pride is pleased to announce the 2022 Window Decorating Contest.

What could be a more fun, effective way to show you support and welcome the 2SLGBTQAI+ community than a Pride themed storefront?

This contest is one small way Kamloops Pride can recognize your efforts to provide a safe and welcoming experience for everyone. 

Not only can you join Kamloops Pride in our celebration, but you also get a chance to win one of 5 cash prizes!

All entries must be Kamloops businesses and no purchase is necessary.

Contest deadlines and dates are:

~ Registration Deadline: August 12, 2022

~ Photo submission Deadline: August 18, 2022

~ Contest Judging: August 20 and 21, 2022

~ Winners Announced: August 22, 2022

Registrations are no longer being accepted. Good luck to all the participants, don't forget to get your photo submitted!  We can't wait to see your displays!

For more information see:

Contest Rules and Instructions 

Contest Conditions

Pride Week Scavenger Hunt - All Ages

August 22-28, 2022

Kamloops, it's time to get ready to solve some clues! Kamloops Pride is bringing a Scavenger Hunt to Pride Week 2022!

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On Monday August 22 we will post a printable clue card, and we will also post locations where you can pick up a physical card within town. 

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The clues on the card will lead you to various small businesses within Kamloops, and your task is to solve at least FIVE clues, fill out the clue card with 5 stamps/stickers, and then put the card into the dropbox at the Pride Afterparty in the Park on August 28, 2022 before 3:30PM to be entered into our prize draw! The drop box will be located near the bandshell in Riverside Park beginning at 12:00PM

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FAQs
 

• There is no cost to the event

• You do not need to solve every clue available, you only need to solve 5 to fill out your card

• You do not need to be in attendance during the draw if your name is called, just ensure your contact information is on the card

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Please be respectful of all businesses and staff while participating in the scavenger hunt.

Pride Week Kick-Off - All Ages

August 22, 2022 - 11:30 AM

*VENUE CHANGE! PLEASE READ*

Kamloops Pride will Kick Off this year’s Pride Week 2022 lineup of events on August 22  from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the Riverside Park Bandshell.

Please join us for a Pride Week Land Acknowledgement, an Elder Welcome, and hear from Kamloops Pride!

Comedy Show - 19+

August 22, 2022 - 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Join us on Monday, August 22nd at The Effie Arts Collective for a night of queer comedy! 

To start off Kamloops Pride Week 2022, we’ll be hosting a variety of queer comedians and allies to bring you a night full of laughs!

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Opening the night will be the comedic stylings of Taryn Anderson! Next up we will have the hilarious Bonnie Esson, which will bring us to our headliner of the evening, the incredibly funny, Tin Lorica!

Tickets will be $25 presale or $30 at the door. Get yours now as they’re likely to sell out fast! Please note this is a 19+ event

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For tickets, please click here

Family Art Night - All Ages

August 23, 2022 - 4:00 PM -7:00 PM

For Pride Week 2022, the family Art night is merging with our Art club, “Craft and Create”. We will have all sorts of activities happening that early evening, including sign making for the parade, mini pride flag making, button making, a coloring contest, and a tote bag or shirt screen printing workshop (limited spaces available for this instructed workshop).

All supplies provided for the activities, but please bring your own shirt or tote bag if you want to partake in the screen printing workshop (which will be first come first served as there are only 15 available spots). We will also have fabric markers to make your own creations on your chosen materials!

Event Details:

August 23, 2022

Kamloops United Church

421 St Paul St

4-7pm

Cost: by donation, and all proceeds will go towards the Kamloops Ask Wellness 2SLGBTQPIA+ Program. 

We are looking forward to creating Art within our community. People of all ages, families + allies are welcome and encouraged to attend!

2SLGBTQPIA+ Sexual Health Panel - 16+

August 24, 2022 - 4:00 PM -6:00 PM

Kamloops Pride has put together a panel of experts and youth to discuss sexual health for the 2SLGBTQPIA+ Community. This event is intended for ages 16+ who would like to ask questions and/or learn more about queer sexual health.

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Event Details:

The Art We Are

246 Victoria St, Kamloops

4:00PM - 6:00PM

Cost: By Donation

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Panelists:

Davis Wiggs - Men's Health Initiative

Takara Arnould - Safe Spaces Kamloops

Dr. Sara Trudeau - Physician

Payton Hiebert - ASK Wellness Health Educator

Brook Harrington - Youth

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Please see here for panelist bios

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To submit questions for the panelists ahead of time, please click here

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Due to limited capacity, this will be a first-come, first-served event. Tickets can be found here

NEON GLOW Headphone Disco - 19+

August 25, 2022 - 8:00 PM -10:00 PM

Kamloops Pride is excited to offer NEON GLOW Headphone Disco as part of the 2022 Pride Week line-up of events!

What is headphone disco? To put it simply, headphones on = music, headphones off = no music. Come and dance to the musical stylings of Jason at Silent DJ through a set of wireless headphones, bring your brightest and most glow in the dark outfit, and enjoy the unique experience of headphone disco!

Join us August 25, 2022 from 8:00 to 10:00 PM

Kamloops Rugby Club,

1031 Lorne Street

Tickets are $25 advance or $30 at the door

Capacity is limited for this 19+ event, so get your tickets now! Click Here

Please be advised that parking is only available beside the skatepark in the dirt lot along River Street, there is no parking allowed near the building as it is the property of WCT.

Pride Resource Carnival - All Ages

August 26, 2022 - 4:00 PM -7:00 PM

Explore 2SLGBTQPIA+ Resources and Businesses while playing games and winning prizes!

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This all-ages event will showcase 2SLGBTQPIA+ resources and businesses. Each vendor will bring information for their services along with a carnival-style game! There will be tons of games to play and prizes to be won!

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Event Details:

August 26, 2022 from 4:00-7:00 PM

Sahali Secondary School Gymnasium

255 Arrowstone Drive, Kamloops BC

Cost: Attendance is free. We ask that any vendors who would like to participate contribute a $10 min donation to go towards the cost of the event.

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Are you a 2SLGBTQPIA+ person who owns a business, or, are you an organization who provides resources and services to the 2SLGBTQPIA+ community? Apply here to participate as a vendor! Allies welcome!

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Questions can be directed to:

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Payton Hiebert (they/them), ASK Wellness Health Educator 

250-377-5609

p.hiebert@askwellness.ca

Pride Youth Dance - 13-18

August 26, 2022 - 7:00 PM -9:00 PM

Hey there, Kamloops youth! Are you between the ages of 13-18? Do you want to dance? Then this is the event for you!

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On August 26 from 7-9pm, Join us at Norkam Secondary in your favourite dancing outfit, rainbow gear and glowsticks, and get ready to dance the night away!

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Tickets are by donation, and all proceeds go to Safe Spaces at Interior Community Services Kamloops.

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Please remember that even though it is school break, the dance will be on school property and the same rules apply. Absolutely No drugs/alcohol and No smoking/vaping. Snacks and beverages will be provided by Kamloops Pride.

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We are looking for parents who would like to help volunteer for this event. Please email info@kamloopspride.com if you are interested.

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There is a limited capacity for this venue, so we recommend getting tickets ahead of time before they sell out. For tickets please click here

Drag Storytime - Kids

August 27, 2022 - 10:30 AM -11:30 AM

Kamloops Pride welcomes all-ages to "Drag Storytime" featuring Kelowna-based ocean activist and drag queen performer Freida Whales!

Join Freida Whales for some of her favourite stories, songs, and a craft!

Please join us on Saturday August 27, 2022 at the Kamloops Northshore TNRD Library,

693 Tranquille Road

10:30 - 11:30 AM .

Cost is by donation and seating is limited. For tickets, please click here

Pride Nature Walk - All Ages

August 27, 2022 - 10:00 AM

To help get us all warmed up for the parade, Kamloops Pride has teamed up with the Kamloops Naturalist Club to offer a nature walk in Peterson Creek park. Join us at 10 am by the park entrance sign, just look for the rainbow flags! (1440 Glenfair drive, downtown entrance off Columbia).

There will be two groups you can choose to join. There’s a high energy hiking group that will tackle steeper terrain. Wear good shoes and be prepared to sweat! The other group will stick to flatter areas and gently meander through the park while learning about the plants and trees that inhabit the area.

Both groups will return to the park entrance after 60-90 minutes. Remember to stay hydrated, wear a hat, and sunscreen. All are welcome and there is no cost to the event.

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Event Details:

August 27, 2022 at 10:00 AM

Peterson Creek Park

1440 Glenfair Drive (Downtown Entrance)

Cost: no cost

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We understand that because this is an outdoor activity that folks may want to bring their canine companions. To ensure the safety of everyone in attendance as well as the safety of everyone's pets, we are asking that attendees do not bring their dogs. Thank you for your understanding.

Drag Brunch - 19+

August 27, 2022 - 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Click here for tickets

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Location: Match Eatery, 1555 Versatile Dr, Kamloops, BC
Date: August 27, 2022
Time: 11:00AM seating, 11:30AM show

Performers: Ella Lamoureux & Toddy

19+ event - valid government ID required

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PSA: There’s literally no better way to start your Pride weekend than by joining us for Drag Brunch at Match Eatery. Ok, that is all.

Seriously though, join Rebellious Unicorns for the perfect way to start your Pride weekend. Watch Ella and Toddy argue over who’s hotter, and try to out perform each other, all while you enjoy some amazing food! 

Tickets include your meal and the show.

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Doors Open: 11:00AM
Show Starts: 11:30AM

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Ticketing Info
Tickets are $44.99+GST and include the show, breakfast, coffee or juice and ticketing fees.

Menu Options (must be pre-selected when purchasing tickets)

• Bring Home the Bacon

• Fabulous French Toast

• Sundried Tomato Spinach and Feta Frittata

• Sweet White Bean on Toast with Fruit & Served with Herbed Vegetable Hash (vegan)

• Champagne Greens

Health and Safe Protocols
We respect your decision to wear or not wear a mask at our events.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair access Yes 

• Loud Music and/or Sounds

• Availability of Gender-Neutral Washrooms

• Select dietary requirements when purchasing tickets. If what you need is not an option please email us support@rebelliousunicorns.com

About the Performers

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Ella Lamoureux:

Ella Lamoureux is one of the founding performers of the Kelowna drag scene. From Kelowna’s Next Drag Superstar drag competition, Embodiment, #2muffs1collr, to recent star on Call Me Mother, Ella has carved out her place as one of the most influential and stunning drag performers in Kelowna. A makeup artist by trade, Ella will eternally tease you with her beauty. But, watch out if you displease her — that tongue is quick and sharper than you think! She’s generally “as sweet as cherry pie” and she brings so much love and joy to the community. A true charmer, Ella Lamoureux is Kelowna’s Sweetheart.

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Toddy:

Toddy is a high energy drag performer, standup comedian and singer-songwriter. Toddy has most recently been featured in OutTV’s new drag reality series “Call Me Mother”, and was the Season One Winner! Trained as an opera singer, they often find themself at the intersect of classical music and mainstream media. As a comedian, Toddy has been featured on CBCLOL, JFL42, JFL Northwest and the Portland Queer Comedy Festival. They are the number one shrill icon!

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We respectfully acknowledge that this event takes place on the unceded, traditional territory of the Tk’emlúps te Secwepemc. To learn more please visit their website.

Drag Shows and Dance - All Ages and 19+

August 27, 2022 - See details below

Location:  Kamloops Rugby Club - 1031 Lorne St, Kamloops, BC

Date: August 27, 2022

Time: Early show: 6:30PM | Late show: 9:00PM

Performers: Ella Lamoureux, Toddy

Kamloops, are you ready for a PRIDE PARTY!?

We all know a Pride weekend isn’t complete without a killer party night, and luckily for you, Rebellious Unicorns is here to provide. Join us, Toddy, Ella Lamoureux and local talent for the OFFICIAL Kamloops Pride after party, fruitcake. This is a night you won’t soon forget. 

The night begins with two fabulous drag shows (one all ages, one 19+), and ends with our DJ on the decks spinning until 1am.

Get your rainbows on and your Pride spirit going, because we’re gonna shake the night away.

Tickets and more on www.rebelliousunicorns.com 

fruitcake is grateful for the support Kelowna Chevrolet, Stingray Radio and Rustic Reel brewing.

Early show: Doors at 6:30PM, Show at 7:00PM

Late show: Doors at 9:00PM, Show at 9:30PM

Ticketing

Early Show - Drag Only (All Ages, no alcohol)

Tier 1 - $19.99+GST only the first 20 tickets!

Tier 2 - $24.99+GST

Door - $30.00 (includes GST) - if capacity available

Late Show - Drag & Dancing

Tier 1 - $24.99+GST only the first 20 tickets! - SOLD OUT

Tier 2 - $29.99+GST 

Tier 3 - $34.99+GST 

Door - $40.00 (includes GST) 

Bar Service

Our Unicorns will be serving your beverages all evening. These will be available via Debit, Credit, and cash.

Canned Beverages & Beer - $5.00+GST ($5.25)

Wine - $7.00+GST ($7.35)

Non-Alcoholic - $2.00+GST ($2.10)

19+ event, government issued photo ID required

Parking

Parking is available in the dirt lot on River Street, across the field from the Rugby Club. See the post in our Facebook Event for a map!

Health and Safety Protocols

We respect your decision to wear or not wear a mask at our events.

Accessibility:

Loud music will be played after 9:30pm.

Flashing lights are a part of the event after 9:30pm and the photographer may utilize flash during picture taking

Photobooth will have moving and bright lights

Venue is wheelchair accessible

Two all-gender washrooms

About the Performers

Ella Lamoureux

Ella Lamoureux is one of the founding performers of the Kelowna drag scene. From Kelowna’s Next Drag Superstar drag competition, Embodiment, #2muffs1collr, to recent star on Call Me Mother, Ella has carved out her place as one of the most influential and stunning drag performers in Kelowna. A makeup artist by trade, Ella will eternally tease you with her beauty. But, watch out if you displease her — that tongue is quick and sharper than you think! She’s generally “as sweet as cherry pie” and she brings so much love and joy to the community. A true charmer, Ella Lamoureux is Kelowna’s Sweetheart.

Toddy

Toddy is a high energy drag performer, standup comedian and singer-songwriter. Toddy has most recently been featured in OutTV’s new drag reality series “Call Me Mother”, and was the Season One Winner! Trained as an opera singer, they often find themself at the intersect of classical music and mainstream media. As a comedian, Toddy has been featured on CBCLOL, JFL42, JFL Northwest and the Portland Queer Comedy festival. They are the number one shrill icon!

We respectfully acknowledge that this event takes place on the unceded, traditional territory of the Tk’emlúps te Secwepemc. To learn more please visit their website.

2022 Downtown Pride Parade - All Ages

August 28, 2022 - 11:00 AM Marching Starts

Hello Kamloops!! After a two-year hiatus, Kamloops Pride is extremely excited to announce that the 2022 Annual Downtown Pride Parade will introduce FLOATS!

That's right folks, it's time to decorate those cars, trucks, and trailers with your brightest rainbows and the most sparkly environmentally-friendly glitter, and get ready to celebrate Kamloops Pride Week 2022 in a BIG way!

This is the application for the pride parade, and if you are looking to apply for a booth at the Afterparty in the Park, please fill out the Kamloops Pride 2022 Afterparty in the Park Booth Application Form found on www.kamloopspride.com/prideweek. We can't wait to see you all!

Route Map

Parade Rules and Regulations

This year we have also made some changes to our rates, so please take a look at the rate list below!

Motorized (includes motorbikes, smart car, golf cart, truck or float):

  - Community/Student Groups:
    - 1-50 participants: $50
    - 51-100 participants: $75

  - Non-Profit/Charity Organization:
    - 1-24 participants: $50
    - 25-50 participants: $75
    - 51-100 participants: $100

  - Small-Medium Business (under 100 employees globally):
    - 1-24 participants: $125
    - 25-50 participants: $150
    - 51-100 participants: $175

  - Large Business (100+ employees globally):
    - 1-24 participants: $400
    - 25-50 participants: $500
    - 51-100 participants: $600

Human Powered (Marchers, bicycles, roller-blades, roller-skates, hand carts, mobility aids):

  - Individual: Free

  - Community/Student Groups:
    - 1-50 participants: $25
    - 51-100 participants: $50

  - Non-Profit/Charity Organization:
    - 1-24 participants: $25
    - 25-50 participants: $50
    - 51-100 participants: $75

  - Small-Medium Business (under 100 employees):
    - 1-24 participants: $100
    - 25-50 participants: $125
    - 51-100 participants: $150

  - Large Business (100+ employees):
    - 1-24 participants: $350
    - 25-50 participants: $400
    - 51-100 participants: $450

We never want finances to be a barrier for anyone, so if you are concerned about the affordability of participating, please email info@kamloopspride.com

*If your organization is a Kamloops Pride Week 2022 Sponsor, your parade entry fee will be waived. Please see www.kamloopspride.com/sponsor for the sponsorship package, sponsorship matrix, and sponsorship application form.

*Please Note - Kamloops Pride Supporter Level $100  does not qualify as a Kamloops Pride Week 2022 Sponsorship as the supporter level is used outside of Pride Week.

Pride Afterparty in the Park - All Ages

August 28, 2022 - 12:00 PM -4:00 PM

After a fun-filled week of pride events, please join us for the final wrap up event "Afterparty in the Park".

Following the Pride Parade on Sunday August 28, 2022, we will gather in Riverside Park for a fun-filled festival! Dozens of vendors will have booths set up to showcase their art, wares and share their helpful information about products and services available in the Kamloops area. Starting at approximately 1:00 PM there will be speeches and performances in the bandshell until about 4:00PM

If you would like to host a booth at the park, please fill out an application at www.kamloopspride.com/pride-week 

We can’t wait to see you there!