KELOWNA — The 7th annual Okanagan Pride Festival is in full swing with tons of events embracing our regions diversity.
Organizers even have a new event on tap this year – pairing an Okanagan favourite, wine, with pride.
A Vegas themed event called Viva Las Pride is set for Friday, August 16, 2013.
Wilbur Turner with the Okanagan Pride Society says he’s happy the city has once again thrown its support behind the week long festival. Mayor Walter Gray proclaimed August 11th-17th Okanagan Pride Week.
Here’s a list of the events underway:
- Queer Art Exhibit Launch Party
- Soul Food Sunday
- Viva Las Pride
- Drag Competition & Show
- Pride March
- Festival in the Park Feat. Chris Salvatore
- Taste the Rainbow Dance Feat. Willam
Courtesy: Okanagan Pride Festival
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