Alberni Valley Pride

08/19/2026

From our friends and allies at the The Capitol Theatre - Port Alberni

The BABES BABES BABES show is a jam-packed, laugh out loud, adults only cabaret! The show combines burlesque, drag, comedy, extravagant costumes, showstopping group numbers and naughty humour in a raucous spectacle that will leave you wanting more! Featuring an award winning cast of cabaret artists, each at the top of their field, the BABES show is the perfect way to spice up your night!

In addition to all the sultry teases, the naughty jokes, and the sparkly thongs, the Babes celebrate sexuality, LGBTQ identities, and body confidence with inspiring performances and heartfelt moments.

The West Coast tour features Shirley Gnome (Juno nominated Canadian Siren of Comedy), Selena Vyle (the host of Canada’s longest running Drag Brunch at Glad Day bookshop) and James & The Giant Pasty (2x Most Comedic winner at the Burlesque Hall of Fame).

Perfect for a date night, a celebration, or a girls night out! So grab a ticket, grab a beverage and indulge in this special adults only evening of cabaret entertainment!

Tickets available here: https://www.babesburlesque.com

06/06/2026

We could use a few more hands tomorrow for dance setup. Volunteers get in free. 11:00am @ the legion tmmrw!

06/05/2026

Come dress up in your brightest rainbows and join us for Inclusive story time from 4pm to 5pm! You there!!!

06/05/2026

Preview of the Dry Bar menu at the Dungeons and Drag Dance - there’s even gay sorbet.

See you tomorrow!

06/03/2026

Hi everyone! Can you please do us a favour?

Spread the word that Pride is NOT CANCELLED. There’s some misinformation going around.

There’s still a lot of fun events coming up as part of AV Pride’s 2026 celebrations.

Join us!

06/03/2026

Open Mic tonight at Dog Mountain Brewing !!!! See you there!!!

Do you sing? Can you make people laugh? Do you write poetry? Well now is your time to shine at Dog Mountain Brewing’s Pride Open Mic!!! ❤️🧡💛💚🩵💙💜🩷🖤🩶🤍🤎 See you there!!!

06/02/2026

June is a busy month! We want to also validate and recognize it is Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month.

To the men carrying the weight of the world quietly:
You do not have to suffer in silence.

The world tells men to “man up,” stay tough, hide emotions, and keep pushing no matter how heavy life gets. But strength is not pretending you’re okay when you’re drowning. Strength is being honest. Strength is asking for help. Strength is staying when your mind tells you to disappear.

Check on your dads.
Your brothers.
Your husbands.
Your friends.
The guy who’s always “fine.”

Some of the strongest men are fighting battles nobody sees.

You are needed.
You are valued.
And your mental health matters too.

💙

06/02/2026

June is Pride AND Indigenous History Month.

We send our solidarity, gratitude, and love to the c̓išaaʔatḥ (Tseshaht) and Hupačasath Nations, and all Indigenous Peoples across Turtle Island.

We commit to learning, growing, reconciling, decolonizing, and celebrating the history and resilience of the First Nation communities across Canada.

We encourage all our allies and followers to do the same. 🧡