Guide to Halifax Pride Parade 2016 and events around the city
CBC's guide top what to see and do at Pride
The Halifax Pride Festival officially kicked off Thursday afternoon with the raising of the Pride flag.
This year's theme is "This Is Why." Willem Blois, the chair of Halifax Pride says it reflects a shift back to the original spirit of pride.
"This years theme, we chose it, out of a lot of concerns from the community that pride was moving too far away from its roots. Its roots as a riot, as a march," Blois said.
Halifax Pride Festival runs from July 14 to 24.
See the Live Stream on cbc.ca/ns
If you are unable to attend the Pride Parade, you can watch all the excitement on our live stream online at www.cbc.ca/ns as the fabulous entries go by.
Tune in between 1:30 p.m. to the end of the parade to catch all the excitement of one of the largest Pride Parades in the region.
TD Speaker Series: Ann-Marie MacDonald
When: Thursday, July 14, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Halifax Central Library, Paul O'Regan Hall
What: Canadian playwright, novelist, journalist and actor Ann-Marie MacDonald kicks off Pride's TD Speaker Series talking about her award-winning career as a queer artist.
So Fetch Pet Show
When: Saturday, July 16, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Where: Jollytails — 3484 Intercolonial St., Halifax
What: A pageant where dogs are the star of the show. It's free and you don't need a pet to enjoy the show. If you think your dog has what it takes to be named Best In Show, register at JollyTails.ca
Mic Mac Mall Lip Sync Battle
When: Saturday, July 16, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Mic Mac Mall, 2nd level, Bay Court
What: Grab your crew, pick your song and start rehearsing now to take the stage. The mall is offering a grand prize of a $500 mall gift card and the chance to be a part of their Halifax Pride Parade float. For information on how to register, visit the Mic Mac mall website.
Dykes vs. Divas Softball Game
When: Sunday, July 17, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Halifax Common — Canada Games Baseball Diamond
What: The softball rivalry continues after rain washed out last year's match.
Opera Backwards
When: Thursday, July 21, 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
When: Bus Stop Theatre
What: Halifax Summer Opera Festival is hosting its second annual Opera Backwards: A Very Queer Show. The show switches up traditional gender roles in famous operas to explore gay and lesbian stories through classic arias and duets. To purchase tickets visit the Halifax Summer Opera Festival website.
29th Annual Halifax Pride Parade
When: Saturday, July 23, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Downtown Halifax
What: The parade kicks off at the DND dockyards and weaves its way to the Garrison Grounds by way of Barrington Street and Spring Garden Road. If you can't make it downtown for the fun, don't fret: CBC Nova Scotia will be live streaming the parade at www.cbc.ca/ns.
