The biggest Pride Parade in Canada- the Toronto Pride Parade- will take place this Sunday June 25th from 2-7pm at Bloor and Church. Starting at 2pm, the floats will follow the route down Yonge Street and, for the first time, turn right on Dundas Street West. The new ending point of the Pride Parade is Nathan Phillips Square, where visitors can find the the Main Stage and Beer Garden. Here’s a look at the 2023 Pride Toronto Festival Map:
Over 200 groups are set to march in this year’s parade, with floats from prominent corporations including Air Canada, Google, and TD Bank, as well as charities such as Doctors Without Borders, Pflag Canada, Friends of Ruby and the Daily Bread Food Bank. Adding to the vibrant atmosphere will be the participation of GTA Skinnydippers, Kink Pride Toronto, the Toronto Gay Hockey Association, and NTMEN: Totally Naked Toronto Men. Unions like ACTRA and IATSE will also be part of the celebration.
The Pride Toronto 2023 festival areas include accessibility hubs, harm reduction areas, free water stations, a wellness zone, and a sober oasis.
Visitors can take advantage of six accessible risers/viewing stations positioned along the parade route. Free water will be available at these intersections, and at Carlton and Yonge Streets:
- St. Mary’s St. & Yonge St. – accessible riser
- Isabella St. & Yonge St. – accessible riser
- Breadalbane St. & Yonge St. – accessible riser
- Wood St. & Yonge St. – accessible riser
- Elm St. & Yonge St. – accessible riser
- Edward St. & Yonge St. – viewing station (ground level)
Canada’s LGBTQ+ station, Proud FM 103.9FM, is the the official radio partner of the Pride Toronto Festival. The Proud FM Pride Party Stage will be set up at Church and Hayden Streets all weekend and will host live music and incredible giveaways. On Sunday at 3 and 5pm, there will be a contour demo live on stage featuring the cutting-edge methods and innovative products behind this fabulous beauty trend, and a chance to win some gorgeous stuff from MAC Cosmetics.
The digital Pride Guide on the Pride Toronto website has everything you need to have a fabulous Pride weekend. See you on Sunday, remember to stay hydrated, and Happy Pride!
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I love our Pride Parade!