2011 Pride Calgary Street Festival

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Over the years, our community has become very accpeting of people with different sexual orientations. If you support LGBT cause then why not participate in 2011 Pride Calgary Street Festival which is scheduled to be held this year on Sunday, Sept 4th at Shaw Millenium Park (1220 9 Avenue SW). The annual 2011 Pride Calgary Parade will also be held that day. It will start at 12.00 pm from Olympic Plaza and will finish at Shaw Millenium Park. This parade is an opportunity for people of all genders, sexual orientations, and walks of life to unite and march together.

Entry Costs:
For-profit companies:
• Car/Truck: $100
• Truck w/ Trailer: $150
• Walking entry/bicycle: $5 Per Person
• Motorcycle: $10 Per Bike
• Each Group/business must register separately
• All LGBTQ Organizations will receive the Non-Profit price plus a discount of 10%

Not-for-profit organizations:
• Car/Truck: $70
• Truck w/ Trailer: $110
• Walking entry/bicycle: $2 Per Person
• Motorcycle: $5 Per Bike
• Each Group/business must register separately
• All LGBTQ Organizations will receive the Non-Profit price plus a discount of 10%

The participants can get in their favourite costumes, dress up in rainbow colors, or simply be themselves to participate in this yearly event. Following this hour long parade, their will be PRIDE STREET FESTIVAL
from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm. The festival will feature street vendor tents, a beer garden, a stage with DJs and entertainment, and a Family/Kid Zone for the little ones.

For more information or to get involved, check: Pride Calgary

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