Valley Pride

Come Together 2025
2025-06-28 11:00 - 17:00 UTC | Centre Square, 389 Main Street, Kentville, Nova Scotia, B4N 1K7, Canada
Valley Pride’s flagship event is back for a third year! Join us in making Kentville the queerest town in Nova Scotia at our fabulous annual takeover of the ToK.
Come together with us at Miner’s Marsh at 11 for our annual pride march, featuring speakers and a loud and proud march around downtown Kentville.
We’ve got a fantastic day of programming for the whole family with musical performances, games, a vendor market and resource fair, and so much more all happening in Centre Square starting at noon.
You won’t want to miss the Twirl Time family drag show at the Kings Arms Pub. You’ll want to get your tickets to this one soon–it sells out quickly every year! Treat your little ones to an afternoon of glitter and joy with family-friendly drag performances and story time.
Then end the night off with an evening of glitz and glam at Queer Prom at Maritime Express.
Performers:

Freya Milliken is an award-winning singer-songwriter whose music resonates with warmth, authenticity and introspection. Known for her rich, velvety voice and dynamic blend of indie-folk and rock influences, Freya’s music will take you through an evocative journey of self-discovery and reflection, with a gentle yet powerful lure into an intimate and heartfelt realm. Her debut EP, Wholeheartedly, explores queer longing, love, and joy, while embracing the various stages of navigating relationships and identity. To love or live wholeheartedly is to do so without reservation, to be intrepid leaders of our own lives. With raw honesty, the EP captures both the beauty and the challenges of loving and being loved.

The Wolfville Queer Community Choir is a multi-generational group of singers from the 2SLGBTQIA+ community who gather each week to make music and connect with one another. We are always happy to welcome new members and encourage folks with any singing experience and all ages to join. This choir is a queer space. Please contact Music In Communities with questions: info@musicincommunities.com

Accessibility Notes:
Parking: Accessible parking available in the lot beside Kentville Town Hall off of the south side of Main Street and in Centre Square
Washrooms: Porta potties (one of which is accessible) will be located in Centre Square.
Sensory/noise: Mid-level outdoor crowd noise. If this is a sensitivity for you, we encourage headphones or ear protection to help reduce the sound level. There will be a low-sensory area in at The Red Door (10 Webster St suite 110). Seating, cold water, low lighting, and fidget toys will be provided.

Queer Artisan Market
2025-06-28 12:00 - 17:00 | Centre Square, 389 Main Street, Kentville, Nova Scotia, B4N 1K7, Canada
Shop local, support queer! From 12-5pm at Centre Square in Kentville, we will have queer and trans owned makers and small businesses set up with all of their amazing wares. From jewelry to cards to print art to decorations, bring your wallet and find the piece that captures your heart.
Interspersed with the vendors will be resource organizations who support the queer community in the Valley. Be sure to stop by their tables to learn about what they do!
Resource Orgs:
Heal Nova Scotia
The Health Equity Alliance of Nova Scotia (HEAL NS) is a registered charity and not-for-profit health promotion organization. We serve those living with and affected by HIV and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community. We provide support services for people living with HIV, access to STI and HIV self-testing kits, and have recently launched Check Me Out, an easy-to-use checklist to inform sexual health discussions with your healthcare provider. Our aim is to improve health outcomes, end stigma and discrimination for our community members, and to end new HIV infections in Nova Scotia.
pflag
pflag Canada is Family for All. We bring together 2SLGBTQ+ people, family, friends and allies to create an inclusive future.
pflag Canada is a national charitable organization that was founded by parents who needed help learning how to accept and support their 2SLGBTQ+ children. We are dedicated to supporting, educating, and advocating for 2SLGBTQ+ people and those who love them.
Together, we are creating a just, caring and accepting world for everyone.

prideHealth
prideHealth supports Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex and asexual (2SLGBTQIA+) people by improving their access to safe, coordinated, comprehensive and culturally appropriate primary health care. We support individuals, families and NSH/IWK staff to promote health equity and affirming care.
prideHealth is a partnership between Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health.
The Red Door
For more than 20 years The Red Door has been providing confidential sexual health services, health education, and health promotion to youth ages 13-30.
We are proud to provide this support without judgement, in a safe environment complete with an expert staff and trained volunteers.
As a non-profit, community-based organization The Red Door serves more than 1,000 clients annually, many of whom do not have a family doctor.
Sexual Health Resource Centre (Acadia Students’ Union)
The ASU’s Sexual Health Resource Centre (SHRC) works to facilitate Acadia students’ advancement, growth, & development of sexual and reproductive health knowledge and practices. We provide education, resources, support and access to sexual and reproductive health products for the Acadia community. While some of our services are limited to Acadia students, we are happy to support the broader community where possible – just ask! We are also proud to be part of Sexual Health Nova Scotia’s Transformation Closet program, acting as a pick-up and try-on spot for free gender affirming gear for all Nova Scotians.
Get in touch by emailing shrc.asu@acadiau.ca or check us out on Instagram @SHRCAcadia, where we post free sexual health, gender, and reproductive health education and information on local services. Free healthcare navigation and sexual health pamphlets are available online at shrchub.my.canva.site/sub509.
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Vendors:
Taylor Linloff (they/them)
Taylor Linloff (they/them) is an author and zine maker originally from Cape Breton Island, now settled in Windsor. They are proudly queer and Autistic, with their works exploring intersections of mental health and queer identity. Their novella, My Name Is Marshall, will be available at the Come Together Queer Artisan Market.
Heather Clay Creations
Heather Clay Creations is a queer polymer clay business owned by Heather (she/her). Heather makes clay earrings and croc charms (new) that are fun, funky, lightweight, affordable & QUEER!
One Spruce Twig Beadwork (she/her)
Matilda is originally from Goose Bay, Labrador and has now been in Nova Scotia for 16 years. Matilda is a Nunatsiavut beneficiary, which is recognized as one of the Inuit communities. Working with beads, leather, antler and fur is among one of the many ways she expresses her work. Pronouns are She/Her. Proud mom of Michael, a non binary kiddo with insane talent!

Made with Love Cards and Art
My name is Ailise Stillman, and I am the artist behind Made With Love Cards and Art! I am a queer student currently living in Wolfville and attending Acadia University. I grew up in Halifax, but have spent lots of time in the valley throughout my life, and I am proud to call it my second home. My business features hand-painted acrylic art postcards featuring mainly floral and Nova Scotian landscape designs. I also have a line of subtle pride fruit cards that will be available at the Queer Artisan Market with Valley Pride. I am so excited to be able to share my art with you all, and I look forward to seeing everyone there!
Retro Hippo Boutique
Hannah and I (Shelley) of Retro Hippo Boutique are very excited to be a part of the Pride Market. We are a brick and mortar store located in Centreville that specialize in coloured glass, ceramics, lighting, afghans, really anything that is from 1940s to the 90s that have nostalgia with fun and flair. We started the business 5 years ago to give Hannah the opportunity to be out in the public, being a person with Cerebral Palsy and needing support is a challenge for employers. Hannah is Pansexual, Shelley is Queer and Hannah has an identical transgender twin brother.
Calliopes Cauldron
Leigh is a disabled, bi mom with a quirky sense of style that comes out in her jewelry. Her jewelry designs may seem a little… odd, but her children have said that she can’t make anything straight. They are prime examples of that.
Below the Felt
Below the Felt Creations is fantastical felt created by a fantastical creator! Everything from fungi to fandom can be found in their array of figures, with room for custom orders. A passion-project of part-human, part-muppet Lilly Ashdown, Below the Felt Creations is her way to bring her whimsy driven art to the world and hopefully inspire joy!

Fox + Fae
My name is Ashley (she/they), and I hand draw fine-line botanicals as Fox + Fae. Get my designs as cards, prints, or ask about commissions! Always happy to work with folks on custom designs for prints, tattoos, or whatever else you can dream up. I also offer cutesy beaded bracelets and necklaces.
Kaslo Aran Pottery
Kaslo Aran Pottery, queer owned and located in the Valley, will be in attendance at the Pride Market with a collection of hand crafted and wheel thrown functional ceramics as well as original lino block prints.

Disco is Not Dead Designs
Nicole Langdon is a 28 year old queer femme who was raised in Ellershouse, Nova Scotia. A hairstylist by trade since 2020, catering to genderless salon services, she was diagnosed with Thoracic outlet syndrome in 2022, and founded Disco Is Not Dead Designs during a 5 month surgical leave after her first, and later second, rib removal. Some of her first designs can be found proudly on display in the windows at Bridge Beauty Bar in Kentville. Each mirrored tile is hand placed by Nicole, and every discoball sculpture is unique.
Nicole draws inspiration from mixing the beauty of nature in the Annapolis Valley with the reflective, almost armored effect from the tiles, along with a love of dance music, sparkles, and a fascination for the way light can transform a space.
She is firm on the opinion that disco is not dead.

Galaxy Overload
Galaxy Overload blends cute and nerdy ideas to make unique hand-crafted goods. Ever evolving, there are always new items being created from adorable crocheted toys and keychains, and useful home goods, to glittery resin accessories like the ‘Glittery Glow-in-the Dark’ resin earrings, the ‘adorable’ beaded bracelets, ‘Iconic’ Pride Bees and Pride Cacti.
Radical Cat Creations (Xe/they/nekm)
Radical Cat Creations has been creating geeky and Pride related goodness for over a decade. Focusing mainly on cross stitching but also using other fiber arts including different embroidery techniques and weaving, xe creates accessories and home decor to show your spirit to the world through self-expression. Imriel is a non-binary, queer, neurodiverse, and Black/Indigenous person who has been working with Pride focused activism for many years and currently resides in New Minas with nekm dogs (Dean and Sammy), snake (Wesley) and husband.

Sound & Reiki
2025-06-28 12:30 - 14:30 | Willow Park, 11 Willow Ave, Wolfville, Nova Scotia, B4P 2G5, Canada
This is a community event put on by a partner organization but supported by Valley Pride.
An all ages event. A relaxing and transformative sound bath with crystal singing bowls, and optional reiki energy healing will be available.
All ages and bodies welcome. If unable to lay on a blanket or yoga mat, participants are welcome to be seated in a chair. It will be an outdoor, weather dependent event.

Twirl Time: All-Ages Drag Show
2025-06-28 16:00 - 17:00 | Kings Arms Pub, 390 Main St, Kentville, Nova Scotia, B4N 1K8, Canada
Come celebrate Pride with the whole family! Bring the kids to see dazzling performances, sing-a-longs, and stories!
We are beyond thrilled to present another family extravagazna with the Twirl Time show. The third annual family friendly drag event, that will be filled with love, laughter, and dancing.
Join Your local Drag performers Queera Bang and Sassafrass Smalls as they take over the Kings Arms Pubs Tower!
Joined by Top Notch Nova Scotia Royalty Auntie Karm, Diana B. Tease, & Babia Majora
$15 advance Tickets or $20 at the door. Kids under 3 get in for free. With Ticket sales going directly to Valley Pride and the performers
Doors open at 3:30. Tables and seats are first come, first serve.
Get your tickets on Eventbrite!
Performers:

Queera Bang (they/them)
Queera Bang (they/them) is a non-binary performer/producer with the goal of creating more access to queer events, safe spaces, and visibility for Trans folks and youth in rural areas. They strive to create shows and spaces that celebrate gender diversity and drag beyond the world of Rupaul. Queera is known for their activism, roller skating antics, and ridiculousness on the mic. Off stage Queera continues to be a trans and mental health advocate. They are a co-founder of Valley Pride and work as a Queer Trans Trauma Therapist.

Sassafras Smalls (she/her)
Drawn to glitter, wigs and walking the runway (aka hallway) from a young age, Sassafras first took the stage at a Thorgy Thor show when she was 7 years old and fell in love with the art of drag. Her drag combines glamour, playfulness, and advocacy. She runs workshops across the province on supporting gender-diverse youth, has spoken at WE Day, and is featured in the documentary ‘Translations’ about Trans folks in Nova Scotia. Sassafras is here to promote youth in drag and slay down the patriarchy!

Diana B. Tease (she/her)
Diana B. Tease is Halifax’s Dashing Diabetic Diva, and yes… her blood sugar is probably higher than yours. Fueled by insulin, rhinestones, and sequins Diana brings high energy, sharp wit, and unapologetic queerness to every stage she graces.

Babie Majora (they/them)
Recently relocated from Toronto to Halifax, Babia Majora is a trans non-binary artist who saunters all the way along the gender spectrum. Mixing drag, burlesque, and boylesque, they are a winner of Canada’s drag competition Empire’s Ball Season 2, and recognized as one of Canada’s top three Xlesque (non-binary burlesque) performers. Babia combines elements of burlesque’s classic sensuality with drag’s vibrant, larger-than-life persona, creating performances that are both seductive and thought-provoking, while celebrating the freedom to exist beyond the binary.

Auntie Karm (they/them)
SURPRISE!!! Auntie Karm is back back back again. With being the founder of The Glitter Haus that contains their drag children Slayosha Nicole Smith and Tiffany Not a Top. Auntie is always down to give you a camp, singing or bratz performance. This is Auntie Karms last time performing as they are MOVING TO HALIFAX IN AUGUST!

Accessibility Notes:
Building access: This venue is upstairs with no elevator access.
Parking: The closest accessible parking is located in Centre Square, or in the lot behind Kentville Town Hall off of the south side of Main Street.
Venue seating: Tables with movable chairs, first-come-first-serve.
Washrooms: No gender-neutral washrooms on site
ASL Interpretation: Yes
Sensory/Noise: This event will also have loud music, low lighting and general crowd noise and cheering. If you want to watch the show but might appreciate something to do with your hands, Valley Pride will provide fidget items at the event.
Masks: Welcome but not required.

Queer Prom
2025-06-28 21:00 - 2025-06-29 00:30 | Maritime Express, 325 Main St, Kentvile, Nova Scotia, B4N 1K5, Canada
Get ready to dance the night away at this fabulous event celebrating love and diversity. Join us on Sat, Jun 28, 2025 at Maritime Express Cider Co. starting at 9:00 PM. Dress to impress in your most fabulous outfit and get ready for a night of fun, music, and good vibes. This is a safe space for everyone to express themselves and celebrate who they are. Come join us for a night you won’t forget!
19+
Sets by Burry and Hierophunk, and spotlight burlesque and drag performances from Elle Lixir, Babia Majora, Misty Towers, and Aaris.
Get your tickets today!

Burry (they/them)
Burry is a bold and boundary-pushing artist from Halifax, Nova Scotia, seamlessly blending indie and pop into a sound that is both fresh and deeply personal. Their music is a vibrant tapestry of raw emotion, striking lyrics, and infectious melodies—inviting listeners into a world where vulnerability meets empowerment. More than just an artist, Burry is a force of authenticity, challenging conventions and encouraging others to embrace their true selves.

Hierophunk (she/her)
HIEROPHUNK (Nicole “Nic” Tufts) is a bass‑driven DJ, producer, and vibe architect known for turning dancefloors into ecstatic moments you won’t soon forget. Blending deep house, breaks, Dubstep and bass with nostalgic throwbacks, HIEROPHUNK brings big energy and undeniable heart to every set. A proud advocate for queer joy and sober‑friendly spaces, she’s the founder of Coastal Vibe Collective and a champion of dance as medicine, community, and straight-up good times.

Babia Majora (they/them)
Recently relocated from Toronto to Halifax, Babia Majora is a trans non-binary artist who saunters all the way along the gender spectrum. Mixing drag, burlesque, and boylesque, they are a winner of Canada’s drag competition Empire’s Ball Season 2, and recognized as one of Canada’s top three Xlesque (non-binary burlesque) performers. Babia combines elements of burlesque’s classic sensuality with drag’s vibrant, larger-than-life persona, creating performances that are both seductive and thought-provoking, while celebrating the freedom to exist beyond the binary.

Misty Towers (she/they)
High Femme, high drama , and higher heels. Misty is a drag DIVA serving glamour, grit, and a splash of delusion. She’s soaked in sequins, powered by lip sync and lashes.

Elle Lixir (she/her)
Elle Lixir (she/her) is an Asian-Canadian neo-burlesque artist based in Halifax, NS. She took a deep dive into the art of burlesque in 2021. In 2022, Elle was voted third place in Imperial Burlesque Canada’s, “I Did My Best From My Living Room” virtual category. By 2024, Elle was nominated as a finalist for “Nerdlesque Nobility” in the Silver Tusk Burlesque Awards. She also enjoys producing shows including “BARE-AOKE” and the annual “HOT POT: An All-Asian Variety Showcase” that takes place during May (Asian Heritage Month). Elle also serves on the board for the Atlantic Burlesque Festival. A ‘sweet dose from coast to coast’, Elle has performed all around the maritimes and across Canada in cities such as Toronto, Montreal, and Victoria.

Accessibility Notes:
Entrances: Front door is manual, with a sloped entrance from the parking lot. There is one step in front of the building but smooth access is possible from the parking lot.
Parking: Currently no designated accessible space. Street parking available in front of the shop on both sides of the street as well as a Village lot directly across the street with two marked accessible spots.
Inside: Store and displays are accessible, and there is a wide path throughout the shop. There is a tiered counter to make accessing the coffee services a little more doable for folks in chairs.
Washrooms: washroom is gender neutral and accessible, with grip bars. Unfortunately no power door/lock.

Ask a Trans Person
2026-05-30 15:00 - 17:00 | K.C. Irving Centre Auditorium, Wolfville, 32 University Avenue, Wolfville, Nova Scotia, B4P 1X9, Canada
Join two of Canada’s leading trans activists for a no-questions-off-limits Q&A on all trans topics.
You probably have a lot of unanswered questions about trans people and issues.. Maybe you’re worried about what’s being taught in the classroom, or about what healthcare services are being offered to trans youth. You’ve heard terms like “parental rights” thrown around. You haven’t felt able to ask your questions and get answers that make sense to you.
We get it, we understand. But what’s the other side of the story?
Through conversation we can find common ground – we have more in common than we think. Let’s remove the politics and hot takes and connect as people.
We want to hear your worries and share our side of the story. That’s why Fae Johnstone and Victoria Bucholtz, two of Canada’s most prominent trans activists, are coming to town to answer all your gender questions.
This is your chance to get your questions answered – yes, even the tough ones. No judgement, no name calling. Instead, we’ll give you our honest takes — and we think they’ll win you over.
Join us for an event filled with candid conversation. Hear from Victoria and Fae as they make the case for trans rights, and then dive into an interactive Question and Answer period where nothing* is off limits.
Reserve your spot today!
*Okay, there are exceptions – threats and personal attacks aren’t welcome.
This event is brought to you by Queer Momentum, TransAction Alberta, Fierte Canada Pride, and Valley Pride.

Politics with a Drag Queen
2026-05-31 19:30 - 21:30 | The Axe Bar and Grill, 30 Highland Avenue, Wolfville, Nova Scotia, B4P 1Y7, Canada
Join Karla Marx & Fae Johnstone for a night of sickening drag and fierce calls to action.

Grab the Gays and Theys, the Femmes and Thems! We are going politicking and we are doing it in style!
Join Karla Marx (drag queen, stand-up comedian, and history prof???) and Fae Johnstone (national queer activist, trouble-maker, and political diva) for a night of sickening drag and fierce calls to action as we celebrate QUEER JOY with the community leaders who built this scene!
Let’s be real: we are under attack! The world is on fire. Your landlord is jacking rent, orange dictators are trying to end the world and all you want is some solid pizza after the gig. We’re tired of it! So what are we going to do about it? Oddly, the answer is…throw the best damn talent show this town has ever seen! SLAY.

Karla Marx
Queera-Bang
G-Spott
Smokey Waters

Join us for an informative, hilarious, and heart-warming event with comedy, drag and calls to action from Karla, fiery takes and advocacy options with Fae and legendary performances by local drag artists.
Here’s the best part: This is a fundraising show to support 2 important organizations. Queer Momentum (powering national queer advocacy), and TransAction Alberta (organizing to restore rights to trans Albertans).
This event is brought to you by Queer Momentum, TransAction Alberta, Fierte Canada Pride, and Valley Pride.
Doors at 7pm. Show at 7:30pm. Must be 19+.
Get your tickets today!

Boys, Girls & Other Mythological Creatures
2026-06-06 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-13 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-20 11:00 - 12:00 | Centre Stage Theatre, 61 River St, kentville, Nova Scotia, B4N 2E4, Canada
This is a community event put on by a partner organization but supported by Valley Pride.
Shows on June 6, 13, 20 @ 11am and 2pm
Deep in Simon’s basement, there is a secret world of imagination and adventure. When his new friend Abby comes over after school to work on a class assignment, Simon steers their work toward creating a play. However, Simon’s older brother, Zach, is uneasy with their play-acting and dressing up…because, as he reveals to Abby, Simon wishes to be a girl.
As the three characters struggle through their conflicts, they improvise a fairy tale about a magic prince, an evil king, a brave young girl, and a fire-breathing dragon who’s getting more real by the minute. Can Abigail save Princess Simone from the Tower of Light? Will Zach succeed in turning his brother back into being a boy once and for all? And will Simon overcome fear and finally become their true self? Boys, Girls, and Other Mythological Creatures is a thoughtful and hilarious new play about our ability to transform.
$8.00 under 14, $12.00 for Adults
Call 902-678-8040 to reserve your tickets!
By: Mark Crawford
Directed By: Mindy Vinqvist-Tymchuk & Heidi Price
Produced By: Mike Butler
Cast Includes: Ryan MacNab, Jonas Pecenka, Alexa Landsburg

Bed & Breakfast
2026-06-14 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-19 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-06-20 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-06-21 14:00 - 16:00 | Centre Stage Theatre, 61 River St, kentville, Nova Scotia, B4N 2E4, Canada
This is a community event put on by a partner organization but supported by Valley Pride.
BED & BREAKFAST (Main Stage)- 9 Shows
By: Mark Crawford
June 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27
Matinees 14, 21, 27
Directed by: Logan Morton
Produced By: Mike Butler
Bed and Breakfast’s Brett and Drew want to move out of their tiny downtown condo and into a house, but they just lost their seventh bidding war in Toronto. When Brett unexpectedly inherits the historic family home, the couple moves out of the quick-paced city to set up a B & B in a quiet little tourist town. When they face friction in their new community, the boys discover the simple life is more complicated than they thought. With dozens of hilarious characters all portrayed by two men, Bed and Breakfast is a heartfelt comedy about “being out” in small town Canada, skeletons in the closet, and finding a place to call home.
Cast Includes: Billy Van Ekris & Josh Tibbetts
$7.00 under 12, $18.00 for Adults
Call 902-678-8040 to reserve your tickets!

Annapolis After Dark Pride Night
2026-06-19 20:00 | Annapolis Cidery, 388 Main St, Wolfville, Nova Scotia, B4P 1C9, Canada
This is a community event put on by a partner organization but supported by Valley Pride.
We are celebrating Pride at Annapolis After Dark! An event with live Drag performances from Bunni Lapin, good music, and cider!
From 8 pm until midnight, have a cider and enjoy a drag performance. Come as you are 🏳️‍🌈

Pride March
2026-06-20 11:00 - 12:00 | Miner’s Marsh, 87 Bridge Street, Kentville, Nova Scotia, B4N2E5, Canada
For the fourth year, we are holding a pride march rather than a parade. We will get to the party at Come Together, but first it’s important that we take a moment to recognize that we are still fighting for our rights.
Join us at Miner’s Marsh to hear our 2026 Pride March speakers, then take up space with us as we march through the streets of Kentville. The march will end at Centre Square.

Come Together 2026
2026-06-20 11:00 - 17:00 | Centre Square, 389 Main Street, Kentville, Nova Scotia, B4N 1K7, Canada
Valley Pride’s flagship event is back for a fourth year! Join us in making Kentville the queerest town in Nova Scotia at our fabulous annual takeover of the ToK.
Come together with us at Miner’s Marsh at 11 for our annual pride march, featuring speakers and a loud and proud march around downtown Kentville.
We’ve got a fantastic day of programming for the whole family with musical performances, games, a vendor market and resource fair, and so much more all happening in Centre Square starting at noon.
You won’t want to miss the Pride & Shine family drag show at Maritime Express. You’ll want to get your tickets to this one soon–it sells out quickly every year! Treat your little ones to an afternoon of glitter and joy with family-friendly drag performances and story time.
Then end the night off with an evening of glitz and glam at Queer Prom at Maritime Express.
Accessibility Notes
Parking: Accessible parking available in the lot beside Kentville Town Hall off of the south side of Main Street.
Washrooms: Porta potties (one of which is accessible) will be located in Centre Square.
Sensory/noise: Mid-level outdoor crowd noise. If this is a sensitivity for you, we encourage headphones or ear protection to help reduce the sound level. There will be a low-sensory area in at The Red Door (10 Webster St suite 110). Seating, cold water, low lighting, and fidget toys will be provided.

Resource Fair & Queer Artisan Market
2026-06-20 11:00 - 17:00 | Centre Square, 389 Main Street, Kentville, Nova Scotia, B4N 1K7, Canada
Shop local, support queer! From 12-5pm at Centre Square in Kentville, we will have queer-owned makers and small businesses set up with all of their amazing wares. From jewelry to cards to print art to decorations, bring your wallet and find the piece that captures your heart.
Interspersed with the vendors are resource organizations who support the queer community in the Valley. Be sure to stop by their tables to learn about what they do!
Resource Orgs:

Acadia Office of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Anti-Racism
The Health Equity Alliance of Nova Scotia (HEAL NS) is a registered charity and not-for-profit health promotion organization. We serve those living with and affected by HIV and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community. We provide support services for people living with HIV, access to STI and HIV self-testing kits, and have recently launched Check Me Out, an easy-to-use checklist to inform sexual health discussions with your healthcare provider. Our aim is to improve health outcomes, end stigma and discrimination for our community members, and to end new HIV infections in Nova Scotia.

Sexual Health Resource Centre (Acadia Students’ Union)
The ASU’s Sexual Health Resource Centre (SHRC) works to facilitate Acadia students’ advancement, growth, & development of sexual and reproductive health knowledge and practices. We provide education, resources, support and access to sexual and reproductive health products for the Acadia community. While some of our services are limited to Acadia students, we are happy to support the broader community where possible – just ask! We are also proud to partner with Sexual Health Nova Scotia’s Transformation Closet program, acting as a pick-up and try-on spot for free gender affirming gear for all Nova Scotians.
Get in touch by emailing shrc.asu@acadiau.ca or check us out on Instagram @SHRCAcadia. Free healthcare navigation and sexual health pamphlets are available online.

Halifax Sexual Health Centre
The Halifax Sexual Health Centre is a primary-care level sexual, reproductive, and gender-affirming care clinic. The mission of HSHC is to improve and optimize the sexual health of all members of our community, by providing high quality and caring clinical and educational services, and empowering clients to make healthy choices.
pflag
Pflag Canada is a national organization that works with 2SLGBTQIA+ communities including families, friends, allies and loved ones, to provide peer support, education, and advocacy. We want a supporting, just and caring country for the evolving 2SLGBTQIA+ community, including all sexual and gender orientations and expressions. Pflag is “Family for All!”

prideHealth
prideHealth is a collaboration between Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health that supports Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, and asexual (2SLGBTQIA+) individuals across Nova Scotia. Our goal is to improve access to safe, coordinated, comprehensive, and culturally appropriate primary health care.
We support individuals, families, and health care providers to promote health equity and affirming care through navigation assistance, information, education, training, and resources. We also offer consultation on policies and standards related to 2SLGBTQIA+ health care and health equity.

Psyclopedia
Hello ____: Queer-ying Honourifics
Friend, Boss, Esteemed Guest! Help us brainstorm more inclusive ways of addressing one another. Stop by our table and add to our canvas the terms of address that you use, like, or would like to see used in formal settings, friendships, or with close loved ones. Your contributions will help create community-informed educational resources about inclusive language.

Queer Gerontology Lab
The Queer Gerontology Lab is a research team from the Faculty of Health at Dalhousie University. Our project focuses on health equity for 2S/LGBTQIA+ communities across Nova Scotia. We’re looking at how queer folks experience access to culturally responsive and affirming care, and how prepared current health professional students feel to provide that kind of care. Through a participatory research design, we’re doing work by, with, and for the communities we live in, and we are working to promote more equitable, responsive care across our province.

Sexual Health Nova Scotia
Sexual Health Nova Scotia (SHNS) is a leading and expert voice around the issues of sexual, gender, and reproductive health (SGRH). We champion positive sexual health throughout the lifespan for all Nova Scotians through advocacy, education, navigation, and partnership. We will be bringing information about our programs – the Transformation Closet, which distributes gender-affirming gear throughout the province, and SUGAR Health, which connects folks to SGRH services near them.

The Transformation Closet
The Transformation Closet provides free gender-affirming gear to anyone, anywhere in Nova Scotia. We also offer education, resources, and workshops about gender-affirming care and gear.

The Valley Youth Project
The Valley Youth Project is a branch of the Nova Scotia Youth Project, located in the Annapolis Valley. We aim to make the Valley better (and more fun!) for 2SLGBTQ youth aged 13-25 through events and regular drop-ins. Find us on Instagram, Facebook, or reach us through email.
Queer Artisans:
Info coming soon!

Pride & Shine: All Ages Drag Show
2026-06-20 16:00 - 17:30 | Maritime Express, 325 Main St, Kentvile, Nova Scotia, B4N 1K5, Canada
Come celebrate Pride with the whole family! Bring the kids to see dazzling performances, sing-a-longs, and stories!

We are beyond thrilled to present another family extravaganza with the Pride and Shine All Ages Drag Show. The fourth annual family-friendly drag event, this time… in a ballroom?!?!?!?!? We need you and all your friends’ help to fill it with love, laughter, and dancing.
Join your local Drag performers Queera Bang, Aaaris and Ellis as they take over the Maritime Express Ballroom!
Joined by Top Notch Nova Scotia Royalty Auntie Karm & Lovina poison
$10 advance Tickets or $15 at the door. Kids under 3 get in for free. With Ticket sales going directly to Valley Pride and the performers
Doors open at 3:30. Tables and seats are first-come, first-served.
Get your tickets today!

Queer Prom
2026-06-20 21:00 - 2026-06-21 00:00 | Maritime Express, 325 Main St, Kentvile, Nova Scotia, B4N 1K5, Canada
Get ready to dance the night away at this fabulous event celebrating love and diversity. Join us on Saturday, Jun 20 at Maritime Express Cider Co. starting at 9:00 PM. Dress to impress in your most fabulous outfit and get ready for a night of fun, music, and good vibes. This is a safe space for everyone to express themselves and celebrate who they are. Come join us for a night you won’t forget!
19+
Get your tickets today!

Dykes on the Dykes
2026-06-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Wolfville Waterfront Park
Sapphics, let’s do nothing to beat the ourdoorsy stereotypes! Come on out for some fresh air and movement with fellow dykes. Meet up at Wolfville Waterfront Park at 10:00 and we’ll head out onto the dykes for a stroll. Iced coffees optional but encouraged.
This closed space event is open to all femmes, themmes, trans, and lesbian dyke, or bisexual identifying folks.

Get Married with Pride
2026-06-21 10:00 - 17:00 | Wolfville Wedding Chapel, 360 Main Street, Wolfville, Nova Scotia, Canada
This is a community event put on by a partner organization but supported by Valley Pride.
We built this Chapel for all loves.
Every package, every couple, every time 💖
But this?
This one’s for the couples who will be really celebrating their love this June.
Get Married with Pride is one day only — June 21, 2026 — with limited ceremony spots starting at $300 plus HST.
Quick. Cute. Legally binding. And completely yours.
Add photography, add confetti, or just walk in, say your vows, and get married. Whatever you want, whatever feels right 💖💖
Spots will go fast! Contact the Wolfville Wedding Chapel to reserve yours!

Midsummer Magic Market
2026-06-21 11:00 - 15:00 | Wilmot Community Centre, 13972 Highway 1, Wilmot, Nova Scotia, Canada
This is a community event put on by a partner organization but supported by Valley Pride.
Fate and Fang is a proudly queer owned small business in Wilmot, Nova Scotia with a passion for giving our magical community an opportunity to showcase their wares and talents, while bringing folks together.
This event will have vendors at Wilmot Community Center and family friendly arts and crafts activities, as well as a trinket swap, wishing tree, and labyrinth walk, across the road at our shop!

Being 2SQTBIPOC in the Valley
2026-06-21 13:00 - 16:00 | Kentville Recreation Centre, 348 Main Street, Kentville, Nova Scotia, B4N1K6, Canada
This project will center QTBIPOC (Queer, Trans, Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) communities, ensuring their voices, experiences, and expertise shape the path forward.
As part of our QTBIPOC Skills Project, Halifax Pride is hosting a series of focus groups to better understand the experiences, needs, and priorities of QTBIPOC people across Nova Scotia’s 2SLGBTQIA+ nonprofit sector.
All sessions require advance registration.
These focus groups are specifically for people who identify as QTBIPOC. The goal is to create space for honest, community-led conversations grounded in lived experience.
We’ll be hosting additional focus groups in June that are open to all staff members of queer nonprofit organizations.
At the conclusion of the project, a series of recommendations will be published to guide institutions, non-profits, and policymakers in dismantling professional barriers and strengthening the 2SQTBIPOC community across Nova Scotia and beyond.
2SQTBIPOC Skills Manager Chris Cochrane

Seniors' Coffee House
2026-06-21 16:00 - 18:00 | Bee’s Knees General Store and Bakery, 498 Main Street, Lawrencetown, Nova Scotia, Canada
Come out to Bee’s Knees in Lawrencetown for an afternoon of discussion and connection with 2SLGBTQIA+ seniors!

Queer Men's Happy Hour & Movie Night
2026-06-21 18:00 - 21:00 | Centre Stage Theatre, 61 River St, kentville, Nova Scotia, B4N 2E4, Canada
Calling all 2SLGBTQIA+ men! We’re meeting up for happy hour and a movie.
This is a closed community space open to all masc identifying queer folks.
Come to Centre Stage theatre for community, bevvies, and a screening of the classic film, The Birdcage!

Trans Joy Meetup
2026-06-21 19:00 | Bridge Beauty Bar, 14 Bridge Street, Kentville, Nova Scotia, Canada
This closed community space is open to all trans, intersex, and gender diverse individuals.

Pride Flag Raising
2026-06-22 12:30 - 13:00 | Town of Kentville Town Hall, 354 Main St, Kentville, Nova Scotia, B4N 1K6, Canada
Come join us at the Town of Kentville’s pride flag raising!
The ceremony will be held in front of Kentville Town Hall at 12:30.

Moving Beyond the Binary
2026-06-22 17:30 - 19:30 | Al Whittle Theatre, 450 Main Street, Wolfville, Nova Scotia, B4P 1E2, Canada
How to Make Your Organization Meaningfully Inclusive of Two-Spirit, Non-Binary, Trans, and Other Gender Diverse People.
This free education session open to anyone in the Valley Community who wants to understand the needs and experiences of gender diverse populations, what the law says about gender identity and expression, and the importance and value of fostering meaningful and authentic inclusion of two-spirit, trans, non-binary, and gender diverse people across our province.

Our communities, our institutions, and our lives are all made better when everyone can feel safe, respected, and included in the spaces we share. This includes spaces such as our workplaces, schools, businesses, coffee shops, restaurants, shopping centres, government agencies, and many other organizations that are essential parts of life in Nova Scotia.

The aim of this talk, and the accompanying free guide, is to equip you with concrete tools to make your organizations safer spaces for gender diverse people. We’ll cover important topics such as pronouns and names, gender inclusive washrooms, ways to think outside the gender binary, and inclusive language tips.

Talking trans sex, safety, and sexual health
2026-06-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Macdonald Museum, 21 School St, Middleton, Nova Scotia, B0S 1P0, Canada
Join Hanley and Wren from HEAL NS as they talk about tips, tricks, and considerations when navigating the world of sex as a trans person. They’ll touch on topics such as testing, disclosure, and safer sex practices, all while having a good time. There will be time for a Q&A as well as an optional group discussion.
This event is 14+
