May 30, 2024

June is Pride Month, and there are many activities to celebrate Pride in Oakville, offering ways for residents to engage, support, and learn about the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Join us in embracing the diversity and inclusion in Oakville with activities around town this month.

Show Your Pride

  • Rainbow Crosswalks: Walk with pride across Oakville’s rainbow crosswalks located along Lakeshore Road at the intersections of Navy Street, Kerr Street, and Bronte Road. These colourful intersections celebrate diversity, providing a visual representation of the town’s support for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
  • Progress Rainbow Flag: The rainbow flag will also fly proudly at Town Hall throughout the month.
Celebrate Pride in Oakville - Crosswalk
Source: Visit Oakville
Celebrate Pride in Oakville - Flag Raising
Source: Town of Oakville

Creative Activities at Oakville Public Library

  • Pride Button Making: Head over to the Creation Zones of the Iroquois Ridge and Glen Abbey branches of the Oakville Public Library during drop-in hours to craft your own Pride button. Find more details about the drop-in hours events here.
  • Pride Trivia: Test your knowledge and learn more about the 2SLGBTQIA+ community by participating in Pride Trivia. Trivia events will be held:
    • June 6, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Central Branch
    • June 18, 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Glen Abbey Branch
Celebrate Pride in Oakville - Oakville Library
Source: Visit Oakville
Celebrate Pride in Oakville - Oakville Library
Source: Oakville Public Library

Take in a Movie at the Oakville Film Festival

Now in its 11th year, the festival brings the best in local, Canadian, and international cinema to Oakville. This year’s lineup includes several 2SLGBTQIA+ films and short films including:

Close To You – Sam (Elliot Page) has a chance encounter with an old friend (Hillary Baack) on his way home to a dreaded family reunion that forces him to confront long-buried memories.

This film screens Saturday June 22 at 9:00 p.m. at Film.Ca Cinemas.

For a full list of films visit the Oakville Film Festival website here.

Source: Oakville Film Festival
Source: Visit Oakville

Other Events Around Oakville

United We Curl: Mark your calendars for the Oakville Curling Club’s United We Curl Pride Bonspiel. Running from September 20-21, get ready to embrace the spirit of unity on the ice as they bring together curlers of all skill levels for a truly unforgettable experience. 

Find out more about this event here.

Oakville Pride Night at The Wine Bar: Celebrate PRIDE at PRISM’s first ever event in Oakville. Enjoy live music, yummy appetizers and, of course, great wine! Plus, enjoy a performance by Drew Brown.

Find out more about this event here.

Oakville’s Pride Month festivities are designed to foster a sense of community and inclusivity. Whether you’re wearing rainbow colours, participating in engaging and educational programs, or just enjoying the festive atmosphere, there are plenty of ways to celebrate Pride in Oakville this month!

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