#FIRSTLOOK: PRIDE GUIDE WITH THE DRAKE HOTEL, FIERCE & FABULOUS EXPO

The most colourful, joyous, and vibrant time of the year is almost here: Pride Month in Toronto. And in one of the proudest and most inclusive cities in the world, The Drake Hotel and Fierce & Fabulous Expo are coming together to create the ultimate lineup of celebrations, experiences, and unforgettable moments to enjoy Pride in full swing. 

FIERCE & FABULOUS EXPO:

Kicking off Pride Month in Toronto, Fierce & Fabulous Expo is a vibrant celebration of 2SLGBTQ+ creativity, culture, and community. Proudly supported by Pride Toronto and the Toronto Arts Council, the event will bring together more than 5,000 attendees for a dynamic day of iconic performances, art, entertainment, and connection.

Guests can expect appearances from fan-favourite queens from Canada’s Drag Race, including Toronto winners The Virgo Queen and Van Goth, alongside a curated lineup of local talent, vendors, creators, and community organizations. The morning will begin with an official Pride Month kick-off, including opening remarks, a ribbon-cutting ceremony, and media photo opportunities, setting the tone for an exciting and meaningful start to Pride celebrations across the city.

Date: Friday, June 6, 2026

Time: 9:00AM-6:00PM

Location: Metro Toronto Convention Centre — North Building, Hall A

Address: 255 Front Street West, Toronto, ON

THE DRAKE HOTEL:

Mermaid Ball

Explore the depths of the TRENCH with all the eerie wonders it holds. The Mermaid Ball is diving deep for it’s 8th year. Enter a world stranger than you have ever imagined, yet one you have somehow seen in your dreams since childhood. This 2 night event takes place in The Drake Hotel’s Underground where it will be transformed by the decor of Zirco Fish into an eerie coral reef nestled at the deepest point of the Mariana Trench. This Albino Reef gives explorers a fantastical glimpse into the sensory, explosive environment that has technically passed on but continues to yield stories of brewing magic. Costumes continue to be strongly encouraged as your participation adds so much to the immersive experience.

Dates: May 22 + 23

Time: 7:00PM-12AM

Location: The Drake Hotel

Pride Hotel Package Reservation link for the Pride Hotel package HERE. 

With a full lineup of programming to celebrate all month long, from Drag Brunch (and Drag Bingo), the legendary Mermaid Ball, ShikShook andChippy NonstopPride parties, and a special Thank You For Listening Pride edition, the Drake is known to be, and proud to be a safe and inclusive space for our 2SLGBTQI+ guests, team members, and communities. This month, be our guest and book the Stay Proud Hotel package where your stay during Toronto Pride month includes ALL the perks and a guaranteed good time, day + night. Available all month long with their, you’ll get a $40 daily Uber credit to move through the city, a $50 food + drink credit, and a few morning-after extras: like slippers and a sleep mask. We’ll throw in a couple of photobooth vouchers, too, because some moments deserve proof. Raise a glass, hit the dance floor, sleep in, repeat.The Drake is a proud ally and a member of World Rainbow Hotels and an official Rainbow Registered hospitality partner with the CGLCC, setting standards for building a culture of inclusivity and a commitment to inclusive leadership to ensure our 2SLGBTQI+ customers feel safe, welcomed, and accepted.