Free Inclusive Skate
Celebrate inclusivity at this free, all-ages public skate hosted by the Township of Scugog in partnership with North Durham Pride. Enjoy dimmed lights, high-energy music from a live DJ, glow sticks, drag performances, crafts, and community resources. Skaters are encouraged to wear bright, colourful attire to help light up the rink. Free hot chocolate provided.
2026 Laugh Out Proud
North Durham Pride is thrilled to announce the return of Laugh Out Proud in 2026, featuring the incomparable Elvira Kurt live at Greenbank Hall! This year, Elvira will be joined by a surprise special guest, guaranteed to kick off the night with big laughs before Elvira takes the stage.
Laugh Out Proud is a signature event launching the North Durham Pride season, bringing our community together through humour, connection, and celebration. Get ready for an intimate, high-energy evening of comedy that sets the tone for an exciting year ahead with North Durham Pride.
A Toronto native and veteran of Second City, Elvira Kurt is a trailblazing, blazer-wearing comedy icon. From hosting her own prime-time talk show, popcultured with Elvira Kurt, to acclaimed comedy specials and countless performances across Canada and around the world, Kurt’s career spans decades of groundbreaking work. One of the first openly gay stand-up comedians, Elvira is celebrated not only for her razor-sharp wit but also for her lasting impact on queer visibility in comedy. Her extensive television credits include writing and performing on Baroness von Sketch Show, appearing in I Have Nothing, serving as a judge on The Second City’s Next Comedy Legend, and hosting the Mark Burnett–produced game show Spin Off. Behind the scenes, Kurt continues to lend her creative talents to major productions such as The Great Canadian Pottery Throwdown, Drink Masters, Canada’s Drag Race, and The Great Canadian Baking Show. Her work has been recognized by the Canadian Screen Awards, Canadian Comedy Awards, Toronto Fringe Festival, and the Cannes Short Film Showcase.
More than just a comedy show, Laugh Out Proud is a celebration of inclusion, joy, and community. Join us as we come together to honour the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and kick off another vibrant year of Pride in North Durham. Expect laughter, connection, and a night that proudly reflects the diversity, resilience, and brilliance of our community.
More information and ticket sales to come.
Pride Country Festival
Save the date!
The first-ever North Durham Pride Country Festival in Port Perry replaces the previous Scugog Pride Celebration with a community-focused event celebrating the region’s unique culture, agricultural roots, and small-town pride. Attendees can enjoy a full day of entertainment, local flavors, games, and vibrant displays of 2SLGBTQIA+ pride, providing an inclusive space for residents and visitors to connect and experience the heart and spirit of North Durham.
More information to come.
Pride Beach Day
Save the date!
North Durham Pride Beach Day at Beaverton Harbour offers a day of music, food, and light entertainment in a scenic waterfront setting. This family-friendly event creates a welcoming environment for residents and visitors to celebrate community, connect with one another, and enjoy the natural beauty and vibrancy of North Durham while honoring 2SLGBTQIA+ pride.
More information to come.
Pride After Dark
Save the date!
The first-ever evening Pride celebration in downtown Uxbridge, North Durham Pride After Dark replaces the previous Uxbridge Pride Celebration with a more unique and exciting experience. The street will be closed to traffic, creating an immersive, pedestrian-friendly environment featuring live entertainment, interactive art installations, and a curated selection of local vendors. This event highlights the rich arts and culture of North Durham while providing an inclusive space for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and the broader public, emphasizing connection, celebration, and the theme of Cultivating Community.
More information to come.
The ODDBALL
Join us for creepy cocktails, mocktails, eerie eats, and cabaret-style performances.
2SLGBTQIA+ Curling Event
The Whitby Curling Club is thrilled to announce a new 2SLGBTQIA+ curling event happening on Saturday, November 22, 2025 at the Whitby Curling Club!
An Introduction to Queer Ecology
Discover the fascinating world of queer ecology with naturalist May Matchim. Prepare to challenge your assumptions about the natural world as we explore species that defy heteronormativity and the sex binary.
Pride Day at The Uxbridge Farmers Market
The Uxbridge Farmers’ Market is having their very first Pride celebration! Show them your support and come down to enjoy the festivities.
Sunday Pride Brunch
Join us at the Foundry Kitchen at The Second Wedge Brewing Co. for an unforgettable Pride Brunch on Sunday, August 10th, from 10 AM to 2 PM!
Sip & Sway
A relaxed, stylish cocktail hour where queer folks mix, mingle, and move to smooth grooves.
Pride After Party at Second Wedge
Enjoy live music and drag entertainment along with refreshing beverages, food and wood-fire pizzas from The Second Wedge and Foundry Kitchen+Pi.
2025 Uxbridge Pride
Join us in downtown Uxbridge for our third annual Uxbridge Pride celebration! Enjoy vibrant booths, live entertainment, family-friendly crafts, and an interactive Animal encounter with Zoo To You. Savor tasty food and drinks from Wixen Bridge Restaurant. This exciting event is a partnership between North Durham Pride and Wixan’s Bridge Restaurant, celebrating diversity, community, and inclusivity in a fun-filled day for all.
2025 Brock Pride
Join us at the Harbour in Beaverton for fun in the park. Crafts, bubbles and fishing for the kids (no license needed if under 18 years old or over 65). Live entertainment, food and music.
After Party at Two Bloke Cider
Join us on June 21 from 7pm till midnight at Two Blokes Cider for our 4th Annual Small Town PRIDE After Party. Get ready for an unforgettable evening filled with craft drinks, delicious food, banging beats, and top-notch entertainment.
Afternoon Delight at Old Flame
Join us for North Durham Pride’s Afternoon Delight at Old Flame Brewing in Port Perry! Kicking off at 2 PM, this intimate event promises an afternoon filled with fabulous drag performances, celebrating pride and community.
Third Annual North Durham Pride March
Join us for the third annual Pride march in Port Perry as we celebrate Pride in North Durham! We invite you to march alongside us in this momentous event.
Scugog Pride Celebration
Join us on June 21st, 2025, in the picturesque town of Port Perry, as we celebrate our 2025 North Durham Pride season, “Rooted in Unity”.
Any Other Way - Jackie Shane Story Film Screening
Any Other Way: The Jackie Shane Story (2024) is a documentary about Jackie Shane, a groundbreaking Black transgender soul singer who rose to fame in 1960s Toronto and then mysteriously disappeared.
Youth Pride Durham
Youth Pride Durham is a friendly, inclusive event for children, youth and families celebrating 2SLGBTQI+ communities.
Pride Trivia at Old Flame
Join us for an unforgettable evening of fun, laughter, and knowledge at our Pride Trivia Night, hosted at the welcoming and vibrant Old Flame Brewing! This exciting event is happening in support of North Durham Pride, raising funds to celebrate and uplift our S2LGBTQIA+ community.
Laugh Out Proud
North Durham Pride is excited to announce that Elvira Kurt returns to Greenbank Hall on Saturday, April 12, 2025! This time, she’s bringing along a special guest, Bee Bertrand, who is sure to leave us in stitches!
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