​​Residents are invited to Garden Square for live entertainment, drag performances, Pride-themed activities, giveaways and local community booths

BRAMPTON, ON (June 2, 2026) – Residents are invited to celebrate Pride 2026 in Brampton with live music, drag performances, Pride-themed activations, giveaways, face painting, interactive photo opportunities and community information booths at Garden Square on June 27. The event will take place alongside the Downtown Brampton Farmers’ Market, offering a morning of celebration, creativity and connection in downtown Brampton. ​

Pride 2026

Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026

Time: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Location: Garden Square, 12 Main St. N.

​City celebrates the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Credit: City of Brampton

Pride 2026 will feature live entertainment by DJ Chissmiss Cherry, drag performances curated by Equal Peel featuring Tifa Wine, Dahlia Doll and Aria Doll, and community information booths with local organizations and City services supporting Brampton’s 2SLGBTQIA+ community and residents, including Moyo Health and Community Services, Pflag Peel Region, Saving Lives with Pride and many more community partners and organizations. Residents can also enjoy Pride-themed activations, giveaways, free face painting, interactive photo opportunities and family-friendly programming for all ages.

Pride 2026 is made possible through the generous support of TD and Algoma University.

Following the Stonewall riots in New York in 1969, June has continued to be widely recognized as Pride Month. In Brampton, Pride is both a celebration of love, identity and expression, and a continued commitment to creating safer, more welcoming and inclusive spaces where everyone feels seen, respected and supported. ​

The City of Brampton remains committed to fostering safer, welcoming and inclusive spaces where Brampton’s 2SLGBTQIA+ community is recognized, celebrated and supported. Pride 2026 will offer residents, families and allies a morning of local entertainment, interactive experiences and opportunities to connect with organizations and services supporting the 2SLGBTQIA+ community across Brampton and Peel Region.

Celebrate Pride across Brampton

Residents are encouraged to take part in Pride Month events and activities happening throughout June across Brampton, including:

Brampton Arts Organization (BAO) Open Studio+ & QT Artist Mixer

Date: Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Time: 12 to 8 p.m.

Location: Brampton Arts Organization Office, 8 Nelson St. W., Suite 301.

Residents can celebrate Pride through art, creativity and community at BAO’s Open Studio+ and QT Artist Mixer. The event invites participants to connect and create with 2SLGBTQIA+ artists and allies in a welcoming and inclusive space. All ages are welcome. Get your tickets here..

Pride Book Club 

Date: Various dates 

Location: Select Brampton Library branches 

Join Brampton Library for inclusive discussions highlighting titles written by 2SLGBTQIA+ authors. Learn more and register at bramptonlibrary.ca..

Rainbow Road Game Night

Date: Various dates

Location: Select Brampton Library branches

Enjoy an evening of board, card and video games in a welcoming space celebrating inclusion, acceptance and community for Brampton’s 2SLGBTQIA+ residents and allies. All skill levels welcome. Learn more by visiting bramptonlibrary.ca.

For a full list of Pride Month events and activities taking place, as well as educational resources, visit brampton.ca/pride.

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“Pride 2026 offers residents a meaningful opportunity to celebrate love, identity and expression while recognizing the 2SLGBTQIA+ community members who help shape Brampton every day. Through music, performances, family-friendly activities and community connections, Pride Month reflects our continued commitment to creating a city where everyone feels welcomed, respected and empowered to be themselves.” - Patrick Brown, Mayor, City of Brampton

 “Pride is about visibility, inclusion and creating spaces where everyone can feel a sense of belonging. Events like Pride 2026 give residents and allies opportunities to celebrate diversity, learn from one another and strengthen community connections across Brampton.” - Navjit Kaur Brar, City Councillor, Wards 2 & 6, Chair, Corporate Services Section ​​