Frequently Asked Questions

  • Jasper Pride has been running for more than 16 years (since approximately 2009), growing into one of the longest-running Pride celebrations in the mountain west and the third-largest in Alberta.

  • The festival includes a wide mix of programming such as:

    • Ski and on-mountain Pride events

    • Drag shows and drag brunch

    • Dance parties and nightlife events

    • Film screenings and cultural programming

    • Family-friendly events

    • Sober events

    • Sensory friendly spaces

    • Community gatherings

    This variety helps ensure Pride in Jasper is more than just nightlife — it’s designed for many different ages and interests.

  • Not at all. While the festival includes our Proud Peaks Flag Parade at Marmot Basin and weekday lift ticket deals, there are also plenty of activities in town.

  • No. Jasper Pride welcomes everyone — including allies, families, and visitors from around the world. The festival is about celebrating diversity and creating welcoming spaces for the queer community and those who support it.

  • Yes, absolutely! Some events are all-ages and family-focused, while others are 18+ adult-only (such as late-night parties or drag shows). Our annual program includes events specifically designed for families, some for teens, some for seniors, and most for both queer and local community members of all ages. Event listings will clearly indicate age restrictions.

  • Jasper Pride attracts visitors from across Canada and internationally, with more than a thousand guests travelling to Jasper for the celebration each year. Previous years numbers were between 3200 and 3600 participants.

  • The festival is produced by the Jasper Pride Festival Society, a non-profit organization run by volunteers and community members who work with local partners and businesses to bring the event to life.

  • Pride in rural and mountain communities can be especially meaningful. The festival creates visible, welcoming spaces for 2SLGBTQIA+ people while celebrating Jasper as an inclusive destination for visitors and locals alike. 

  • Parking in the Jasper townsite is managed by the Municipality of Jasper. Visitors should follow posted signage and municipal parking regulations. Information about parking locations, time limits, and restrictions can be found on the Municipality’s parking page:https://jasper-alberta.ca/p/parking

  • Jasper has a wide range of accommodations including hotels, inns, lodges, hostels, and cabins throughout the townsite. Some festival partners offer special rates for Pride visitors. You can find accommodation options and booking information here!

  • Some events are ticketed, while others are free to attend. Ticketed events can be purchased through the Jasper Pride website. It’s a good idea to book early, as some events have limited capacity.

  • Accessibility varies by venue.

    Events held in municipal facilities — such as the Gala at the Jasper Activity Centre and community events like Family Pride — are accessible.

    However, some events take place in restaurants, bars, or mountain venues where accessibility may vary. If you have specific accessibility needs, we encourage you to contact us in advance so we can help you plan your festival experience.

  • Events take place throughout Jasper, including venues around the townsite as well as on the mountain at Marmot Basin.

  • The full event calendar — including dates, locations, and ticket links — is available on the Jasper Pride website.

  • The July 2024 wildfires that swept through Jasper National Park changed everything

    • 30% of our town was lost

    • Thousands were displaced for over six weeks

    • Homes, businesses, and community spaces were destroyed

    • Long-standing Pride venues no longer exist

    • Many JPFS volunteers and board members lost homes or livelihoods

    The wildfire didn’t just take buildings. It took connection, stability, and safe places to belong, especially for 2SLGBTQIA+, Indigenous, BIPOC, youth, and vulnerable residents.

    JPFS is rebuilding — emotionally, structurally, and organizationally — to bring back the spaces our community needs now more than ever.

    With community support and sponsorship, we are working to:

    • Restore safe, identity-affirming gathering spaces

    • Rebuild volunteer and leadership capacity lost to displacement

    • Bring back free and low-barrier programming for youth, families & elders

    • Create trauma-informed, reconnective, mental well-being events

    • Deliver a festival that strengthens resilience, belonging, and joy.

    Your support helps a small mountain town, and its diverse and ever changing queer community from all over the country and the globe, rise again.