Pride and community on display
It was an event officials say was a vibrant celebration of inclusivity, resilience and joy.
OUTLoud North Bay’s 4th annual Drag Race fundraiser was held last weekend.
Participants walked or ran the 5 km race along the Kate Pace Way through Lee Park and back – wearing themed costumes and Pride colors,
“The 5K brought people of all ages and identities together—it was fun, meaningful, and truly beautiful,” says Seth Compton, Director of OUTLoud North Bay. “It’s events like this that show what our community is capable of when we lead with love.”
Compton says the 2025 celebration was made even more memorable by the overwhelming support from the City of North Bay and local businesses, whose generous backing helped bring the event to life and uplift its 2SLGBTQ+ community.
The evening wrapped up with a concert at the waterfront.
Funds raised are supporting OUTLoud North Bay’s year-round initiatives, including mental health programming, 2SLGBTQ+ youth drop-in spaces, and educational outreach.
