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SUMMARY:The NXT LVL
DESCRIPTION:THINQ Music is thrilled to present a multi-day festival for emerging artists from the 613\, placed at Capital Music Award-winning venues. \n\n\n\nHere are some of the queer performers we’ve got our eyes on: \n\n\n\nHannah Vig  \n\n\n\n\nRainbow Bistro — Wednesday\, May 21 at 7:00PM\n\n\n\nWith special guests Years to Burn\, Corascene & Loch Nisse Monster\n\n\n\nGet tickets!\n\n\n\n\nMars Aspen  \n\n\n\n\nLIVE! On Elgin — Wednesday\, May 21 at\n\n\n\nWith special guests Mari Milano and PARTYGIRL\n\n\n\nGet tickets!\n\n\n\n\nJulzzz  \n\n\n\n\nLIVE! On Elgin — Friday\, May 23 at\n\n\n\nWith special guests Rox Anne and Matthew Holtby \n\n\n\nGet tickets!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/the-nxt-lvl/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife
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SUMMARY:Capital Music Week
DESCRIPTION:Introducing the inaugural Capital Music Week May 20-25\, 2025 – an entire week of events bringing fans\, entrepreneurs\, and creators together for the love of music.  \n\n\n\nHere are the queer performers we’ve got our eyes on: \n\n\n\nOk Naledi \n\n\n\nOK Naledi is a high energy\, Queer\, Afro-Fusion music project created by Ottawa based musician-producer Naledi Sunstrum. Featuring traditional sub-Saharan clean guitar lines\, classic deep bass and movement-inspiring beats\, OK Naledi’s compelling lyricism and catchy melodies showcase them as an exciting\, up-and-coming group to keep tabs on in the Canadian music landscape. \n\n\n\nConcert details: \n\n\n\n\nPerforming with The Commotions and KellyLee Evans\n\n\n\nTuesday\, May 20 from 7:00-10:00PM\n\n\n\nThe Bronson Centre\n\n\n\nBuy Tickets!\n\n\n\n\nAlanna Sterling \n\n\n\nAlanna Sterling\, a mental health advocate and proud member of the LGBTQ+ community\, stands at the intersection of art and activism. As a non-binary singer-songwriter\, they infuse their work with a profound sense of identity and purpose. Battling bipolar disorder\, cPTSD\, OCD and ADHD\, Sterling’s music has always been a vessel for self-expression used to navigate life’s adversities. Through their heartfelt lyrics and music\, they’ve been able to connect with a global audience of dedicated fans\, and help them through their darkest moments. Alanna’s journey is a testament to resilience and self-discovery\, reflected in their diverse genre-bending style\, poignant lyrics\, and evocative melodies. \n\n\n\nConcert details: \n\n\n\n\nPerforming at the Capital Music Awards\n\n\n\nThursday\, May 22 from 8:00-11:00PM\n\n\n\nThe NAC – Southam Hall\n\n\n\nBuy Tickets!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/capital-music-week/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife
ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Music Industry Coalition":MAILTO:info@ottawamic.com
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SUMMARY:Anonymous HIV Testing
DESCRIPTION:Come get tested at MAX Ottawa! \n\n\n\nSomerset West Community Health Centre will be offering rapid and anonymous HIV testing for queer and trans folks regularly at MAX Ottawa. \n\n\n\nTesting will be available for queer and trans folks (14+) by appointment or by walk-in (first come\, first served) in English or French. No names or ID required! \n\n\n\nTo learn more or to book an appointment in advance\, feel free to reach out to Micah at (613) 295-9574 by call or text. \n\n\n\nPlease note that testing will not be available on the last Tuesday of each month!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/anonymous-hiv-testing-4/2025-05-20/
LOCATION:MAX Ottawa\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:MAX Programs,Regular programming,Service
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SUMMARY:Queerspora: Board Game Night
DESCRIPTION:Keep the long weekend energy going with laughter\, games\, and great company! Join us for a cozy evening of board games\, music\, snacks\, and chill convo with queer newcomers in Ottawa 💬🏳️‍🌈✨ \n\n\n\nRegister through the link below!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queerspora-board-game-night/
LOCATION:Level One Game Pub\, 14 Waller St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 9C4\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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SUMMARY:Frontrunners
DESCRIPTION:A running and walking club for 2SLGBTQ+ community and friends in the National Capital Region\, meeting Tuesday nights\, Friday nights\, and Saturday mornings (09:00 (spring\, summer\, fall); 09:30 (winter; from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March)) at 111 Lisgar Street\, the rear entrance of City Hall. \n\n\n\nRuns are held: \n\n\n\n\nTuesdays at 6:30 pm\, after which we go for coffee (Routes)\n\n\n\nSaturdays at 9:00 am (9:30 am from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March inclusive)\, followed by breakfast  (Routes)\n\n\n\n\nWomen’s 5km run \n\n\n\n\nFridays at 5:00 pm\n\n\n\nThis event is open to all who identify as women\, female-identifying\, non-binary\, and Two-Spirit individuals\n\n\n\nFor more details\, please email wmns@ottawafrontrunners.org \n\n\n\n\nNOTICE: 2025 Gatineau runs — Saturdays\, 10 May\, 14 June\, 12 July\, 9 August\, 13 September\, and 11 October. \n\n\n\nCancellation of runs are rare\, only owing to holidays and hazardous weather. When runs are cancelled\, we post a notice on the site linked below and send an e-mail to members.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/frontrunners/2025-05-20/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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SUMMARY:Shrek: Step into the swap | A drag and burlesque show
DESCRIPTION:Puthie Cinema presents: SHREK – Step into the swap | A drag and burlesque show  \n\n\n\nTuesday\, May 20th | 8PM | Lookout Bar (41 York St\, Ottawa)  \n\n\n\nTickets: $5  \n\n\n\n19+ event  \n\n\n\nWe’re heading deep into the swamp for the second edition of Puthie Cinema\, and it’s about to get messy in the best way. Expect an unhinged night of drag\, burlesque\, and chaotic fairy tale glamour inspired by everyone’s favourite green ogre. Whether you’re here for the filth\, the fantasy\, or the farquaad\, there’s something for everyone (except dignity—leave that at home)😘  \n\n\n\nHOSTED AND CURATED BY: Edith Puthie  \n\n\n\nWITH PERFORMANCES BY:  \n\n\n\nFreya Frostbite  \n\n\n\nShebiscuit  \n\n\n\nCanary Quinn  \n\n\n\nPortia Zumzum  \n\n\n\nMiss Patience Plush  \n\n\n\nWHAT TO EXPECT  \n\n\n\n✨Drag and burlesque numbers that reimagine the Shrek universe in ways that might haunt your dreams.  \n\n\n\n✨ A costume contest — come dressed as your favourite Shrek character or risk being cursed with swamp ass.  \n\n\n\n✨ Raucous vibes\, campy fantasy\, and a few unexpected surprises.  \n\n\n\nACCESSIBILITY:  \n\n\n\n✨This is a 19+ event  \n\n\n\n✨The Lookout Bar is located on the second floor and is not wheelchair accessible (no elevator available).  \n\n\n\n✨ Unfortunately\, accessibility aids such as ASL interpretation or earplugs will not be provided for this show.  \n\n\n\n✨This is not a masked event\, and masks will not be provided. However\, you are welcome to wear one if you wish.  \n\n\n\n✨The venue includes all-gender washrooms.  \n\n\n\n✨Flashing lights and loud music will be part of the performances.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/shrek-night-hosted-by-edith-puthie/
LOCATION:The Lookout Bar\, 41 York Street\, 2nd Floor\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 5S7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Live music,Nightlife,Social
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