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UID:10005263-1784930400-1784944800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Hott Stuff
DESCRIPTION:HOTT STUFF returns to The 27 Club on July 24 for another unforgettable night of house music\, community\, and connection in the heart of Ottawa’s ByWard Market! \n\n\n\nThis edition welcomes special guest DJ Steven J from Raleigh\, North Carolina. Known for his uplifting sound and infectious energy behind the decks\, Steven J joins the HOTT STUFF family for his Ottawa debut\, delivering a journey through progressive\, melodic\, vocal\, and house-driven sounds designed to keep the dance floor moving from start to finish. \n\n\n\nJoining him are HOTT STUFF residents Diskommander (Montreal) and JC Simon (Ottawa)\, whose signature chemistry and passion for electronic music have helped define the event’s unique atmosphere and growing reputation. \n\n\n\nExpect a packed dance floor\, an inclusive crowd\, and a soundtrack that celebrates everything HOTT STUFF has become: welcoming\, energetic\, and unapologetically fun. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re a longtime regular or joining us for the first time\, July 24 is your invitation to experience one of Ottawa’s hottest dance nights. \n\n\n\nFeaturing Special Guest DJ Steven J (Raleigh\, NC)withDiskommander (Montreal)JC Simon (Ottawa) \n\n\n\nCome for the music. \n\n\n\nStay for the community. \n\n\n\nDance all night.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/hott-stuff-5/
LOCATION:The 27 Club\, 27 York St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 5S7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Nightlife,Ottawa,Parties
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260725T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260725T223000
DTSTAMP:20260701T175728Z
CREATED:20260701T175725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T175728Z
UID:10005340-1784970000-1785018600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Frontrunners: 5km Out-To-Run Program
DESCRIPTION:Get race-ready with the Frontrunners. Join them Tuesdays evenings and Saturday mornings to prep for the National Capital Pride 5km Run coming up in August. Check the link below for program details. \n\n\n\nAll runs begin at the Lisgar Street entrance of City Hall\, 111 Lisgar. \n\n\n\nCancellation of runs are rare\, only owing to holidays and hazardous weather. When runs are cancelled\, they post a notice on their site and send an e-mail to members.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/frontrunners-5km-out-to-run-program-2/2026-07-25/
LOCATION:City Hall (Lisgar St Entrance)\, 111 Lisgar\, Ottawa\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260725T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260725T143000
DTSTAMP:20260629T211714Z
CREATED:20250715T173735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T211714Z
UID:10005285-1784971800-1784989800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Out and About Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:OSPN in partnership with The Good Companions is delighted to offer in person programming to our 55+ LGBTQ2+ community.  \n\n\n\nJoin us every second and fourth Saturday of the month for a range of engaging activities\, from educational workshops to social programming\, all designed to foster connection\, support\, and enjoyment. Our goal is to create a welcoming environment where everyone can feel comfortable\, respected\, and celebrate. \n\n\n\nFor more information on Out and About Saturdays programming\, contact Sarah Rea at sarah@thegoodcompanions.ca. \n\n\n\nParking is available at the centre for $2.50 a day or $30.00 annually. \n\n\n\n*Please Note: Individual financial restrictions will never be a barrier to accessing Out and About Saturdays or becoming a member of The Good Companions. Subsidies are available on a case-by-case basis.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/out-and-about-saturdays/2026-07-25/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert Street
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260725T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260725T160000
DTSTAMP:20260710T204331Z
CREATED:20260710T204328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T204331Z
UID:10005379-1784977200-1784995200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:West Side Pride Festival
DESCRIPTION:West Side Pride is a daytime\, alcohol free family event for the West end LGBTQ+ communities featuring a:Stage performances all day longCommunity Fair with over 70 boothsA “Kids Can” Children’s AreaA fully shaded area\, free parking and indoor toilets
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/west-side-pride-festival-2/
LOCATION:Alexander Grove Park\, 10 Warner-Colpitts Ln\, Stittsville\, Ontario\, K2S 1V7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Outdoors,Pride,Stittsville
ORGANIZER;CN="West Side Pride":MAILTO:westsidepridewsp@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260725T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260725T143000
DTSTAMP:20260708T212342Z
CREATED:20260708T212338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T212342Z
UID:10005365-1784980800-1784989800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Playing with Puppets: An Intergenerational Creative Series
DESCRIPTION:Make Magic Together \n\n\n\nCreate puppets\, share stories\, and connect across generations. No experience needed—just bring your creativity and sense of fun. All ages welcome. All skill levels welcome. \n\n\n\nRegister with our 2SLGBTQIA+ Program Coordinator Sarah Rea: sarah@thegoodcompanions.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/playing-with-puppets-an-intergenerational-creative-series/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 6L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260725T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260725T200000
DTSTAMP:20260718T190908Z
CREATED:20260718T190849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T190908Z
UID:10005402-1784995200-1785009600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Caligula's Swap & Social
DESCRIPTION:Got any drag or regular human clothes you’re looking to get rid of? Looking to freshen up your wardrobe? Looking for a chill and cozy Saturday with friends\, games and frozen treats as seen on my Instagram stories? \n\n\n\nThen come join me on Saturday\, July 25th for a drag/clothing swap and social hang! Join me at this lovely dispensary at 1192 Bank Street from 4-8pm. \n\n\n\nBring your clothes\, drag\, accessories and whatever doohickeys you’re looking to give a new life to\, grab some new threads for your closet/the stage\, and while you’re here\, grab a freezie\, play some old wii/GameCube games and enjoy a low stakes evening before the rush of Ottawa pride drives us all to exhaustion! \n\n\n\nHope to see you there 😁 \n\n\n\nMust be 19 years or older. Must have a physical ID to access the space.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/caligulas-swap-social/
LOCATION:Creekside Greens\, 1192 Bank St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1S3Y1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Caligula":MAILTO:mx.caligula.biz@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260725T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260725T210000
DTSTAMP:20260718T191731Z
CREATED:20260718T191721Z
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UID:10005404-1784998800-1785013200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Farewell Open Studio
DESCRIPTION:Hola amiguis! \n\n\n\nArtistic curiosities are taking me on a journey 🌈✨I’m leaving Ottawa 💔 \n\n\n\nI want to share a bit of what I’ve created during my years in town\, the project I’ve been working on at Studio Space Ottawa and the project I’ll focus on during September at Casa Lienzo 🎨✨ \n\n\n\nSaturday July 25th\, from 5pm on\, at 2477 Kaladar Ave\, I’m opening the doors to my studio \n\n\n\nAnd if you were wondering\, yes\, I have paintings up for purchase 😉
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/farewell-open-studio/
LOCATION:Studio Space Ottawa\, 2477 Kaladar Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1V8B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="Angeles Sun":MAILTO:anyusun@me.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260725T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260725T210000
DTSTAMP:20260718T192431Z
CREATED:20260718T192412Z
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UID:10005405-1785002400-1785013200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Sausage & Patty Fest
DESCRIPTION: The season is sizzling\, and so are the sausages. \n\n\n\nJoin Out at Camp on Saturday\, July 25\, 2026 for Sausage & Patty Fest: Mid-Season Sizzle\, our summer BBQ hangout at T’s Pub’s side patio. We’re halfway through the season\, so come celebrate the adventures we’ve already shared and get excited for everything still to come.  \n\n\n\n On the grill: Craft sausages and juicy patties from our friends at Savoury Swine\, with vegetarian options available too. Every bite helps fuel future camping adventures\, with 100% of profits supporting Out at Camp programs and gear.  \n\n\n\n 50/50 draw & trip giveaway: Grab your tickets for a chance to win while supporting OAC programming and the Gear Library. \n\n\n\n Meet\, mingle\, and soak up the summer: Catch up with old friends\, make new ones\, swap trail stories\, hear about what’s coming up\, and enjoy an easy evening with the OAC community. \n\n\n\nA special thank you to Eric Sangster of Ideal Lending for supporting this year’s Sausage & Patty Fest events and helping make more inclusive outdoor adventures possible. \n\n\n\nWhether you’ve already joined us at camp\, on the trails\, on the water\, or you’re brand new and looking for a low-pressure way to meet people\, we’d love to see you there. Come for the food\, stay for the patio vibes\, and help us keep the season going strong.  \n\n\n\n Admission: Free\, just pay for what you eat and drink. RSVP: Not required\, but hit “Going” on the event (linked below) so we know how many buns to bring. \n\n\n\n See you on the T’s patio for a mid-season sizzle. 
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/sausage-patty-fest-2/
LOCATION:T’s Pub\, 323 Somerset St W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Out at Camp":MAILTO:info@outatcamp.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260725T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260725T203000
DTSTAMP:20260603T004401Z
CREATED:20260603T004329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T004401Z
UID:10005131-1785004200-1785011400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:North Grenville Pride Trivia
DESCRIPTION:Join us for July Trivia Night 2026 🎉—an evening of friendly competition\, laughter\, and community. Bring your friends\, chosen family\, or come solo and we’ll help you find a team. The theme this month is: Canadiana \n\n\n\nYour registration helps North Grenville Pride host inclusive events and LGBTQ+ education in our community. Expect a mix of pop culture\, local history\, and queer trivia 🌈. Reserve your spot below so we can plan seating and prizes.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/north-grenville-pride-trivia-2/
LOCATION:Salamanders\, 28 Clothier St E.\, Kemptville\, Ontario\, K0G 1J0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:North Grenville,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="North Grenville Pride":MAILTO:info@ngpride.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260725T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260725T220000
DTSTAMP:20241106T153226Z
CREATED:20241029T205445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T153226Z
UID:10000285-1785006000-1785016800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Bottomless Dine & Drag Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Every week\, on Saturday night\, Vanitea is the destination for the no. 1 voted drag dinner\, presented by beloved house host Devona Coe and a rotating calendar of featured local and visiting drag queens.Delivering their struts\, gag-worthy performances & all-over sass for your Saturday night pleasure\, + a fabulous 3 course tower (with meal included) and bottomless drinks!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/bottomless-dine-drag-dinner/2026-07-25/
LOCATION:The Vanitea Room\, 551 Somerset St West\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1R 5J9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260725T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260725T220000
DTSTAMP:20260709T004706Z
CREATED:20260709T004703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T004706Z
UID:10005374-1785006000-1785016800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Sun's Out Dance Party with Homo Phono
DESCRIPTION:Your queer\, masked and sober dance party! \n\n\n\nSummertime queer dance party @TheGrove featuring @djdelpilar! \n\n\n\nExpect high-energy dance tracks and all your fave queers! \n\n\n\nGet fancy and dance with cuties! \n\n\n\nHighlights\n\n\n\n\nThis event centers people who are queer and/or trans who take covid precautions in their everyday lives. Allies who take covid precautions are also welcome but please be mindful that this is primarily a space for queer and/or trans folks. We also welcome 2SLGBTQIA+ folks who are interested in a sober-friendly space and who will respect the covid-safer protocols of this event!\n\n\n\nMask mandatory event (KN95 or better). Masks are provided at the door and required before entry.\n\n\n\nThis is a substance-free and sober-friendly event. Guests are welcome to consume before or after the event\, but please be mindful of intoxication levels.\n\n\n\nSliding scale tickets.\n\n\n\nThe canteen is open for non-alcoholic beverages. Please enjoy in the hall.\n\n\n\n\nAccessibility Details\n\n\n\n\nPlease avoid wearing anything scented.\n\n\n\nVarious kinds of seats are available\, see below.\n\n\n\nYou’re encouraged to bring your earplugs\, and some are available for free onsite.\n\n\n\nNo strobes/flashing lights\n\n\n\nThe building has an elevator\n\n\n\nThe door to The Grove is not automatic.\n\n\n\n\nCOVID safety\n\n\n\n\nMasks mandatory: KN95 or better.\n\n\n\n3 air purifiers in use.\n\n\n\nA CO2 monitor is available and visible throughout the event.\n\n\n\nThe HVAC system will be in operation\, as well as 3 air purifiers. Windows will be open\, depending on the temperature.\n\n\n\nPlease stay home if you or anyone you’re in contact with isn’t feeling well.\n\n\n\n\nEmail: 613living@gmail.com if you have questions or access needs. \n\n\n\nNotes About The Grove \n\n\n\n280-18 Louisa is on the 2nd floor of the building. \n\n\n\nThere are accessible washrooms on the 2nd floor. The (gendered) washrooms are shared with the whole floor\, but after hours\, it’s unlikely anyone else will be on site. \n\n\n\nThe studio is over 800 square feet of open space with an 11 ft ceiling \n\n\n\nFor seating\, we have several options – \n\n\n\nWhite folding chairs (max 225lbs /102 kg static) \n\n\n\nBlue stacking chairs ( max 660lbs / 299.3 kg static) \n\n\n\nBrown couch (max 700lbs/317.5 kg static) \n\n\n\nRustic brown stools (max 264.5lbs/ 120 kg static)
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/suns-out-dance-party-with-homo-phono/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Nightlife,Ottawa,Parties
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260725T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260726T000000
DTSTAMP:20260709T004208Z
CREATED:20260709T004202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T004208Z
UID:10005373-1785006000-1785024000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Feel My Texture Kiki Ball
DESCRIPTION:On July 25\, the second day of Chez Nous / Our Place: African and Newcomer Pride 2026\, Touch Grass presents the Feel My Texture Kiki Ball.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/feel-my-texture-kiki-ball/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Nightlife,Ottawa,Parties
ORGANIZER;CN="Touch Grass Kiki":MAILTO:touchgrasskiki@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260725T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260725T230000
DTSTAMP:20260713T224440Z
CREATED:20260713T224436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T224440Z
UID:10005392-1785009600-1785020400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Mr. Luscious King 2026
DESCRIPTION:Mr. LUSCIOUS KING 2026 COMPETITORS👑 \n\n\n\n👑Hunter Heart @dj_hunter_heart👑Fabian Fabulous @finncel👑Brock Ollie Moore @thebrockolliemoore👑Fun Fetti @funfettidrag👑Master Cameron Eric Leon👑Englebert von Ficken @engelbertvonficken👑Maggot Morningstar @morningstarthing👑Ego Stroker @ego_stroker.king👑Austin Paradise @austinparadise.drag👑Street Meat @streetmeat.drag \n\n\n\nMr. Luscious King 2026Drag King CompetitionJuly 25 | Doors 6:30pm | Show 8pm
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/mr-luscious-king-2026/
LOCATION:nostalgica\, 601 Cumberland St\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N6N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife,Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260725T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260726T010000
DTSTAMP:20260718T192829Z
CREATED:20260718T192825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T192829Z
UID:10005406-1785016800-1785027600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Fierce Fusion
DESCRIPTION:Coming at you on July 25th at Swizzles Bar and Grill. Doors open at 9:30pm and show starts at 10pm. \n\n\n\nA little bit of this\, a little bit of that\, and a whole lot of fabulous! Join us for this amazing cast:@mx.tique (Host)@mr.benjamindover (DJ)@thecloudnyne@its.pinup.polly@nightwalker87_ (Door)@sia.shad0w@tcupdrag
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/fierce-fusion-3/
LOCATION:Swizzles\, 246 Queen Street\,\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1P 5E4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife,Ottawa
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