# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Pizza in the Park for Pride
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 21 May, 2026 at 05:30 pm – Thu, 21 May, 2026 at 07:30 pm (-07:00)
- **Event Description**: It takes a community to build a celebration! As we prepare for a milestone year—30 years of Pride in Nanaimo and 10 years of our festival—we’re looking for passionate folks to join our volunteer crew.

𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬: This is your chance to show your support and get involved behind the scenes. Whether you’re a logistics pro, a social butterfly, or just have a pair of helping hands, we have a position for everyone. From event set up to festival support, there is a way for you to contribute to the magic of Pride Week.

✨Meet & Greet: Meet some of our board members, learn about our upcoming events and find the volunteer role that fits you best.

✨Fuel Up: Enjoy pizza courtesy of Panago Pizza Fourth St..

✨Get Comfy: Bring a chair or a blanket to settle in on the grass.

✨Stay & Groove: Stick around after the info session for a high-energy Flow and Dance Jam with Rachael Dechene Photography.

𝗥𝗦𝗩𝗣 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝘂𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗶𝘇𝘇𝗮 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁, 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝗱𝗿𝗼𝗽-𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲! Come for the pizza, stay for the community, and help us make this our biggest Pride yet.

𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲:
Mobility:  The park is wheelchair accessible, with paved paths and no hills.

Seating: Limited seating available; attendees may bring personal seating.

Restrooms: Accessible restrooms.

Parking and Transit: General parking at Maffeo Sutton Park.  Bus routes 1, 20(A), 25, 30 and 72 will bring you closest to the park.  Find more transit info here.

Safe Space Commitment: This event upholds Nanaimo Pride's Safe Space Directive, ensuring a respectful and inclusive environment for all attendees. 

Sensory Notes: Music and speaking via mic and speaker system. Lots of space to spread out.  Outdoor setting - no tents. Potential exposure to varying weather conditions.

General Accessibility & Inclusion Notes:
Questions? Requests? Reach us at hello@nanaimopride.ca
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nanaimo/pizza-in-the-park-for-pride/200030003189803
- **Event Categories**: festivals, meetups, lgbt-pride, meet-and-greet
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 121

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Nanaimo
- **state**: BC
- **country**: Canada
- **location**: Maffeo Sutton Park
- **lat**: 49.170777266891
- **long**: -123.94017876137
- **full address**: Maffeo Sutton Park, Maffeo Sutton Park, 68 Arena St, Nanaimo, BC V9R 3H9, Canada

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Pizza in the Park for Pride
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/d44c15352b50c902ce346218b179817b3918a7d146f92981128129eec7aa731d-rimg-w1200-h675-dc020202-gmir?v=1778738981

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Pizza in the Park for Pride being held?
  - **A:** Pizza in the Park for Pride takes place on Thu, 21 May, 2026 at 05:30 pm to Thu, 21 May, 2026 at 07:30 pm at Maffeo Sutton Park, Maffeo Sutton Park, 68 Arena St, Nanaimo, BC V9R 3H9, Canada.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Pizza in the Park for Pride?
  - **A:** Pizza in the Park for Pride is organized by Nanaimo Pride Society.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Pizza in the Park for Pride is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Nanaimo, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 120+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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