Pride Week
Augustana Students' Association is proud to host Pride Week, a series of events aimed at promoting diversity and inclusivity. Our events are informative, fun, and supportive and are open to everyone. Join us in celebrating the LGBTQ+ community and learn from inspiring speakers, attend workshops, and enjoy social events.
We invite you to show your support for a more diverse and inclusive community. Come and celebrate with us during Pride Week!
All Week
Design A Drag Queen Contest
Pick up your paper in the ASA Office! Submissions due
Thursday, March 14th by 5pm!
Pride Playlist
Add to the Playlist!
Listen to the Playlist!
UofA Pride Merch
Sold in the ASA Office all week 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm daily, or by emailing augsa@ualberta.ca. Items include:
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T-shirts
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Stickers
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Buttons
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Lanyards
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Mugs
Monday, March 11th
Flag Raising
Faith and Life Lounge - 10:30 am-11:30 am
The pride flag raising ceremony serves as a powerful symbol of our commitment to equality, dignity, and respect for all people. Candy bags available while supplies last!
Drag Race Trivia
Forum Stage - 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Put your Drag Race knowledge to the test and show off your expertise on all things drag. With prizes to be won, the competition is fierce and the stakes are high. Join us for an unforgettable night of fun!
Tuesday, March 12th
Queer Folx of the Bible: Hosted by Pastor Craig
TBD - 12:30pm-1:30pm
Name That Pride Tune
Forum Stage - 2:00 pm-3:30 pm
ExpressOut with Camrose Pride
Forum Stage - 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Coffee and Tea provided as members of Camrose Pride get together for their monthly meet-up.
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Pride Karaoke
Forum Stage - 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Wednesday, March 13
Pride Merch Pop-Up Store
Forum - 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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ASA Monthly Forum
Forum Stage - 4:15 pm - 5:15 pm
We will be talking about 2SLGBTQIA+ Student Issues!
Pride Movie Night - Flee
Forum Stage - 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Flee tells the story of Amin Nawabi as he grapples with a painful secret he has kept hidden for 20 years, one that threatens to derail the life he has built for himself and his soon to be husband. Recounted mostly through animation to director Jonas Poher Rasmussen, he tells for the first time the story of his extraordinary journey as a child refugee from Afghanistan.
Thursday, March 14
Hot Dog Sale
Forum - 12pm-2pm
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Pride Crafternoon
Forum - 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Pride Tie-Dye
Forum - 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
While supplies last!
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Chaplaincy Coffee House
Chapel - 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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Drag Story Time
Forum Stage - 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
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Gaymes Night with Camrose Pride
Fox & Fable - 6:30 pm- 9:00 pm
Friday, March 15
Get Ready With Me - Drag Queen Edition
Wahkohtowin Lodge Classroom - 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Ask questions, follow along, or just watch as Echo Noir prepares for SYTYCD!
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So You Think You Can Drag (SYTYCD)
The Bailey Theatre - 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Augustana’s annual drag competition! This night is one of the most highly anticipated events of Pride Week where we offer a platform for students and community members to showcase their talent and creativity in a supportive and inclusive environment. Included in the evening are three professionals who are there to show the amateurs how it's done!
The competition is open to everyone, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, or experience level and the top three amateur performers win cash prizes! If you want to be a part of the performance, register to compete using this link.
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Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to be a part of Augustana's drag show tradition! If you want to attend the event, door tickets can be purchased at the Bailey Theatre starting at 6:00 pm.
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Please Note: Ticket holder voluntarily assumes all risks and dangers incidental to any games or events for which this ticket is issued and waives all claims against the Augustana Students' Association, and the Governors of the University of Alberta whether or not such claims arise from the negligence of any of the said parties.
Admission is subject to compliance with all laws and facility rules. Failure to comply with laws or facility rules may result in refusal of admission or expulsion. Ticket holder consents to reasonable examinations and searches to ensure compliance with laws and facility rules, and acknowledges illegal substances are not permitted on premises.
For a safe ride home, dial #TAXI on your cell phone.
