Celebrate Pride Week in Richmond July 28 to August 3

Richmond, BC – Celebrate Pride Week in Richmond from Monday, July 28 to Sunday, August 3. Enjoy a variety of free, all-ages activities, including film screenings, fitness classes, Drag Queen Story Time, Drag Queen Karaoke for children and youth, and talks with 2SLGBTQI+ community leaders.

“Summer reading activities build literacy skills and encourage a lifelong love of reading”, says Denise Hui, Library Board Chair. “Last year, over 4,000 children, teens and adults participated in our Summer Reading Clubs and I want to invite community members from across Richmond to join us again this summer as the library continues to create opportunities to learn, connect and belong.”

“The City of Richmond invites everyone to recognize and celebrate 2SLGBTQI+ communities during this year’s Pride Week events,” said Mayor Malcolm Brodie. “Our 2025 theme, Pride Lives Here, highlights Richmond’s commitment to inclusion and affirms that 2SLGBTQI+ communities are a vital part of our city. Take part in activities throughout the city and join us in celebrating that Pride truly lives here—during Pride Week and all year long.”

The Progressive Pride Flag will be displayed at City Hall throughout the week in a show of solidarity and support for Richmond’s 2SLGBTQI+ communities.

Over 15 Pride Week events are presented by the City of Richmond and Richmond Public Library, in partnership with Community Associations and Societies.

Some highlights of the week’s events are listed below. Registration is required for some activities, as spaces are limited and fill up quickly.

  • Author Talk with Eddy Boudel Tan: The Tiger and the Cosmonaut
    Sunday, July 20, Noon-1:00pm
    Join award-winning author, Eddy Boudel Tan for a reading and Q&A about his recent novel The Tiger and the Cosmonaut, which is an exploration of a poetically wrought family mystery. Best suited for adults and seniors.
    Richmond Public Library (Brighouse Branch), 100-7700 Minoru Gate
  • Drag Queen Karaoke
    Thursday, July 31, 5:00-8:00pm
    Enjoy karaoke fun, live performances by local musical artists, a special Drag Queen performance and light refreshments. Open to 2SLGTBQI+ youth and allies 13+ years.
    East Richmond Community Hall, 12360 Cambie Road
  • True Voices: Pride Storytelling & Tea
    Thursday, July 31, 7:00-9:00pm
    Join this free storytelling event featuring powerful and inspiring stories from local queer voices. Afterwards, enjoy a warm cup of tea and engage in an intimate Q&A with storytellers. Open to all ages.
    Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Road
  • Pride Swim
    Friday, August 1, 9:30-11:30am
    Grab a swimsuit and friends and loved ones for an unforgettable, free session of aquadance performances, energetic dancing and a lot of pride celebrating inclusivity, equality and acceptance. Open to all ages.
    South Arm Outdoor Pool, 10100 South Arm Place

For a full list of Pride Week activities, including registration details, visit richmond.ca/PrideWeek or call 604-276-4300.