The Parade

The 2008 Kingston Pride parade begins at 12 noon on Saturday June 7th.

The Pride Parade has many purposes. As well as being an opportunity to get together with your queer friends and make new acquaintances, our presence on the street serves as a reminder to all those who see that we are everywhere. The parade also sends a message of hope and support to those who are coming to terms with their sexuality and gender identity. Some people take part in the Parade as an act of solidarity. Others like to celebrate the work and lives of those who fought so hard for our equal rights. It’s worth remembering that in years past we were calling for equality in marriage and now we have won that battle. Pride is an opportunity to have fun and celebrate our diversity.

We encourage you to dress up or dress down, create a banner or float, bring noise makers and have fun! This is our day, in our City. We hope you join us!

Please gather at City Park near the junction of Bagot Street and West Street.

Visiting Kingston? Take the 401 to 617km (Division Street), drive all the way until you reach a T junction with Union Street. Turn left, and drive to the junction with Barrie Street. The Grad Club (for the after-parade party) is on your left, the start point for the parade is straight ahead, across the park on Bagot Street between Barrie Street and West Street.

Here’s the route:


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Please note: The route is approximately 3.3km long and features a long but gentle uphill incline (along Barrie Street), then a steeper downhill incline (down Princess Street) and is then flat from Ontario Street back to the park. Marshalls will be on hand to ensure your safety - please follow their requests.