Vancouver Gay Pride 2023

Va..va…voom.. August is Pride Season in Vancouver in 2023

Vancouver gay pride is one of the most largest prides in North America and takes place in the sizzling Canadian Summer months of July & August attracting thousands of people from all around the world.

The Gay Village

• Hotels in Davie Village can fill up fast so book early. There are some great places to stay in West End area which is a short walk from the village.
• The Burrard is a charming and trendy 3 star hotel with great amenities. The Hyatt Regency Vancouver is the perfect 5 star option for those looking for a luxury escape, while The Sutton Place Hotel puts you front and centre for every pride activity.

Vancouver Pride Parade

• Vancouver Pride falls on the Sunday of the BC Day Long Weekend which falls on the 7th of August in 2023.
• Sunday Aug 6th, 2023 – The parade typically begins at Robson Street and Thurlow Street, heads west to Denman Street, winds its way through the West End-the historic centre of Vancouver’s LGBT community, to Denman to Pacific Street and Beach Avenue and finishes at Sunset Beach Pride Festival and Market. Awaiting route confirmation.
• To get to the parade take the bus or SkyTrain (Granville Station is within easy walking distance of the Parade starting point) as traffic restrictions are in place across the city.

Sunset Beach After Party

• Sunday August 6th, 2023 – The parade is immediately followed by a giant waterfront bash – the Sunset Beach Festival. About 125,000 people gather on Sunset Beach to listen to live music, browse vendor booths, kick back in the beer gardens, take in sparkling views of English Bay, swim in the ocean, and frolic in the festive atmosphere.

Davie Street Party

• The Davie Street Party is one of the most enjoyable events of the weekend. Davie Street, in Vancouver’s West End, has been the historic epicentre for gay partying in Vancouver for decades; it’s home to most of the best Gay & Lesbian Nightlife in the city. So it’s no surprise that the Davie Street Party in Davie Village kicks off the partying side of Vancouver Pride Week.
• The Davie Street Party isn’t just an adult affair: from 4pm – 6pm, the street party with be free and all-ages. At 6pm, there will be a 19+, ticketed area for adults only.

Alternative Pride Weekend

• August 4th to August 6th, 2023 – Six events, three locations, one weekend; Alternative Pride Vancouver features unique events, a block party, cutting-edge drag shows and performances.

Circuit Parties

Vancouver Pride hosts some of the biggest circuit parties in North America. Here are our top recommendations:

• Ruff Vancouver Pride – TBC – One of the biggest pride parties for hot buff studs and their admirers.
• Hustlaball Vancouver – TBC – Part of the Alternative Pride Week, Hustball brings its world famous party for a special pride edition.
• Bearracuda Pride Edition – TBC- Everyone’s favourite bear event returns for an epic six-hour party with special guests, bear goos and hot DJs.

Other events during Vancouver Pride Week

• Vancouver’s Pride Week has plenty of events for those seeking to join the festivities, culminating in the Pride Parade on the Sunday.
• The days and weeks leading up to the parade and festival are always packed with spectacular events that are officially part of the fabulous Pride fun.
• Notable events include the  East Side Pride, a family friendly event in Grandview Park near Commercial Drive and The Picnic in the Park at Stanley Park.

Trending Hotels in Vancouver

The following hotels are currently trending with our readers:  Note, the gay area, Davie Village, is quite compact and all within walking distance of the pride events.

Landis Hotel & Suites,   Best Western PLUS,   Sunset Inn and Suites,