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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250501T200000
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UID:10000507-1746129600-1746140400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2025-05-01/
LOCATION:T’s\, 323 Somerset Street West\, Ottawa\, ON\, 2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Regular programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250502T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250502T210000
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UID:10002448-1746208800-1746219600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Homo Phono Beats & Boards
DESCRIPTION:Homo Phono Beats & Boards! \n\n\n\nWe’re back with our pals at @thegrove613 to bring you something a bit more laid-back. DJ del Pilar will be spinning low decibel Afrohouse/beats\, funk & RnB. We’ll provide some games – feel free to bring your own! \n\n\n\nBar with non-alcoholic drinks inc beer\, cocktails\, seltzers and more. \n\n\n\nAccessing the space: If the outside doors are locked\, buzz 2800 to get in. Check the QR code below to see a video on getting to the space! \n\n\n\nA few tickets are available at the door on a first come basis. Sliding scale – $5-20 (cash only at the door) \n\n\n\nThis is a covid-safer event!N95 or equivalent are required. Some masks will be available for free at the door. \n\n\n\nWe monitor CO2 throughout the night and will announce if the monitors reach 1000 (though it didn’t go above 825 at our last games night). \n\n\n\nThe new Grove space is much bigger than the last one with 2 small windows that open\, a central HVAC system\, and high ceilings. \n\n\n\nWe will have at least 3 air purifiers running at max at all times. \n\n\n\n18 Louisa does not have easy access to outside so we ask that you enjoy your drinks in the hall outside the main space. \n\n\n\nNotes About The Grove \n\n\n\n280-18 Louisa is on the 2nd floor of the building with elevator access. There are automatic doors on the outside of the building but the door to the studio is manual. \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 – White folding chairs (max 225lbs /102 kg static) Blue stacking chairs ( max 660lbs / 299.3 kg static) Brown couch (max 700lbs/317.5 kg static) Rustic brown stools (max 264.5lbs/ 120 kg static)
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/homo-phono-beats-boards/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Live music,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250502T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250502T230000
DTSTAMP:20260515T145107
CREATED:20250417T194026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T194040Z
UID:10002522-1746216000-1746226800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Casper Skulls at LIVE! on Elgin with Scrip Issue & Nick Bendzsa
DESCRIPTION:Casper Skulls have successfully grown into their own on their newest album Kit-Cat (Next Door Records\, April 11\, 2025)\, taking a refreshingly patient and collaborative approach to songwriting that ultimately left the Sudbury/Toronto\, Ontario band creating the best album of their career. \n\n\n\nScrip Issue are fans of post-punk\, no wave\, and noise rock\, creating new ideas to combine with those sounds. \n\n\n\nDark\, sensitive\, direct\, spiritual and tender; Bendzsa blends trap\, acoustic folk\, ambient\, and indie to texture and paint an exaggerated world of genuine experience and fantasy.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/casper-skulls-at-live-on-elgin-with-scrip-issue-nick-bendzsa/
LOCATION:LIVE! on Elgin\, 220 Elgin St #2\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 1L7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Live music,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Live! on Elgin":MAILTO:jon@liveonelgin.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250503T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250503T230000
DTSTAMP:20260515T145107
CREATED:20250413T192120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T192131Z
UID:10002435-1746302400-1746313200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Alice Longyu Gao + Arthritis Kid + Los3r
DESCRIPTION:Alice Longyu Gao on-stage performing their most loved songs from their debut trilogy. Their debut trilogy includes 3 EPs: High Dragon Universe (2022)\, Let’s Hope Heteros Fail\, Learn\, and Retire (2023)\, and Assembling Symbols Into My Own Poetry (2024).  \n\n\n\nSpecial guests include Arthritis Kid and Los3r.  \n\n\n\nClub SAW is wheelchair accessible. Accessible bathroom with adult change table is available. Flashing/strobing light warning. Ear protection are provided to guests. Masks are provided for guests if requested.  \n\n\n\nThis event is open to all ages.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/alice-longyu-gao-arthritis-kid-los3r/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife
ORGANIZER;CN="Debaser":MAILTO:hello@debaser.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250503T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250504T020000
DTSTAMP:20260515T145107
CREATED:20250417T190007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T190030Z
UID:10002457-1746306000-1746324000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Neon Nights with JC Simon
DESCRIPTION:Light up the night with a neon lights themed DJ set at T’s all-welcoming club!  \n\n\n\n19+
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/neon-nights-with-jc-simon/
LOCATION:T’s\, 323 Somerset Street West\, Ottawa\, ON\, 2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Parties,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250504T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250504T230000
DTSTAMP:20260515T145107
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000508-1746388800-1746399600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2025-05-04/
LOCATION:T’s\, 323 Somerset Street West\, Ottawa\, ON\, 2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Regular programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250508T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250508T220000
DTSTAMP:20260515T145107
CREATED:20250429T213548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T213608Z
UID:10002552-1746727200-1746741600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Art Credo Poetry & Music
DESCRIPTION:Spend your Thursday evening immersed in Ottawa’s queer arts scene. Poetry starts at 6:00PM\, live music from Touch Grass and Mars Aspen starts at 8:00PM.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/art-credo-poetry-music/
LOCATION:St. John the Evangelist Church\, 275 Elgin St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250508T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250508T230000
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CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000509-1746734400-1746745200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2025-05-08/
LOCATION:T’s\, 323 Somerset Street West\, Ottawa\, ON\, 2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Regular programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250508T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250508T233000
DTSTAMP:20260515T145107
CREATED:20250506T175455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T175508Z
UID:10002588-1746734400-1746747000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:SUMMER KICK OFF: Coco Rose + Nicole Arrage + Jessy Lindsay
DESCRIPTION:Coco Rose\n\n\n\nMasters of groove\, plain and simple. Formed in 2019\, the band blends funk and pop with upbeat rhythms and modern influences\, reminiscent of artists like Lawrence or L’Impératrice. After dropping their first EP in 2022\, they’re set to release a new album on April 18\, 2025. The band wa s named iheart radio’s Future Star with Rouge FM. With themes of inclusion and friendship\, Coco Rose delivers energetic\, feel-good music that brings people together. \n\n\n\nhttps://linktr.ee/cocorosetheband?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=b04e0c37-f6aa-42be-a79b-9e50324b7dad \n\n\n\nNicole Arrage \n\n\n\nNicole Arrage is a Lebanese-Canadian singer & songwriter from Gatineau. Now based in Montreal\, she blends her love for soulful pop with a sprinkle of r&b and jazz. Being a hopeless romantic\, heartbreaks and self-empowerment are strong themes in her songwriting. She holds a degree from McGill University in jazz performance. Her music video ‘‘Upside Down’’ won Best Music Video at the LA Sun Film Fest\, appeared on Appartment613’s video of the week\, and started a TikTok trend. Recent highlights (2024) include her music landing on RougeFM\, SiriusXM and performing a sold-out show in Gatineau. Currently\, Nicole is working on her debut EP with producers Alexy Guérer et Yan Lobono from Hansom Ēli – to be released next fall! \n\n\n\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uStORScrw58 \n\n\n\nwww.nicolearrage.com \n\n\n\nhttps://ffm.bio/a3ar9qm \n\n\n\nJessy Lindsay\n\n\n\nJessy Lindsay (she/her) is a Franco-Ontarian singer-songwriter who explores her experience as a young queer woman through authentic lyrics and catchy melodies. She is already establishing herself as an essential artist in the Francophonie with two nominations (Discovery & EP) at the 13th Trille Or Awards and performances at the Festival franco-ontarien\, the National Arts Centre\, and the Fierté festival in the capital in 2024. Her numerous singles and EPs mark the beginning of a liberating era for the artist\, filled with self-discovery\, confidence\, and joy. Jessy Lindsay’s refreshing stage presence and infectious groove inspire audiences to dance freely to the beat of their own hearts. \n\n\n\nhttps://www.jessylindsay.com/dpe
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/summer-kick-off-coco-rose-nicole-arrage-jessy-lindsay/
LOCATION:The Rainbow Bistro\, 76 Murray St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N5M6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250509T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250509T210000
DTSTAMP:20260515T145107
CREATED:20250417T184214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T185557Z
UID:10002456-1746810000-1746824400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queer Mega Market
DESCRIPTION:The Queer Mega Market is coming to Centretown on May 9th! It’s gonna be a gay ol’ time\, with 40+ local queer artisans\, a bake sale fundraiser for the Ottawa Trans Library\, music by DJ POWERHAUS\, and more at the Queer Mega Market! \n\n\n\nEvent is FREE\, wheelchair accessible\, and fully masked event (masks are provided).
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queer-mega-market/
LOCATION:Carleton Dominion-Chalmers Centre\, 290 Lisgar Street\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Family friendly,Live music,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250510T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250510T220000
DTSTAMP:20260515T145107
CREATED:20250402T151701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T151712Z
UID:10002359-1746903600-1746914400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queer Prom
DESCRIPTION:Queer Prom for 2SLGBTQIA+ folks and pals! Tickets are $10-25 sliding scale (message if that’s a barrier for you). \n\n\n\nGet fancy and dance with cuties!Hosted and music by @djdelpilar and special guests. \n\n\n\nExpect:🔥Sweet outfits (what does prom look like to you??)🔥Great music🔥Accessible space @thegrove613🔥Photo booth🔥Covid-safer protocols🔥Alcohol-free space \n\n\n\nQueer Prom is geared towards people 18 and up. We welcome people under 18 with a parent or guardian. This is a night for anyone who couldn’t show up at their prom as their authentic selves\, folks who might have missed prom recently due to covid\, or anyone who wants to get fancy and dance with queer and trans pals!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queer-prom-2/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250511T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250511T230000
DTSTAMP:20260515T145107
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000510-1746993600-1747004400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2025-05-11/
LOCATION:T’s\, 323 Somerset Street West\, Ottawa\, ON\, 2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Regular programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250513T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250513T223000
DTSTAMP:20260515T145107
CREATED:20250429T225413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T225428Z
UID:10002561-1747164600-1747175400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Stuck in the Middle with Erika Lashbrook
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Night Oat on Gladstone Ave for an acoustic evening of folked-up soulful originals and covers. \n\n\n\nSets at 7:30 pm 9:30 pm
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/stuck-in-the-middle-with-erika-lashbrook/
LOCATION:Oat Couture Oatmeal Cafe\, 750 Gladstone Ave\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 6X5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250515T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250515T230000
DTSTAMP:20260515T145107
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000511-1747339200-1747350000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2025-05-15/
LOCATION:T’s\, 323 Somerset Street West\, Ottawa\, ON\, 2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Regular programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250516T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250516T230000
DTSTAMP:20260515T145107
CREATED:20250502T165920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T170243Z
UID:10002567-1747418400-1747436400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queers & Beers: Spring Fling
DESCRIPTION:🌈 QUEERS & BEERS at Lowertown Brewery in the Byward Market! 🍻 \n\n\n\nQueers & Beers is heading back to Lowertown for this Indoor + outdoor (weather depending) event! 🎉 \n\n\n\nWe’d like to acknowledge and honor that all of the work we do is currently being done on unceded Algonquin Territory that was never given up and never surrendered. 🙏🌍 \n\n\n\nDo you love craft beer? 🍺 Do you like getting together with your community and meeting new friends? 🤝 Want to have interesting conversations & try new things? 🧐 Yes\, yes\, and YES! 🙌 So let’s get together and explore the craft brew scene here in Ottcity 🍻 & create a safer space for queer & trans pub lovers! 🌟 \n\n\n\nCome with friends 👯‍♀️\, come alone 🧑‍🤝‍🧑\, come with a date 💕\, end up on a date 💑\, make new pals 🤗\, talk to those you know 👋\, talk to those you don’t know but have always wanted to 😏\, or hey even keep to yourself 🤫\, because it’s all good & do what makes you feel most comfortable! 💖 \n\n\n\n[This is an open event\, so feel free to invite your pals! 🎉] \n\n\n\nAll genders & sexualities are welcome! 🌈 \n\n\n\nThe goal is to provide a fun & safer environment for enjoying craft beers & chatting with pals! 🍻💬 \n\n\n\nWe will try to prioritize visiting spaces that are physically accessible! 🚪♿ \n\n\n\nFeedback\, thoughts\, suggestions are welcome! You can shoot us a message anytime! 📩queering613@gmail.com \n\n\n\n📍 Lowertown Brewery73 York Street \n\n\n\nPhysical Accessibility Note:Lowertown is a physically accessible venue\, with a ramp at the entrance 🛣️ and accessible bathrooms on the main level 🚻. There is also an outdoor patio for COVID-safer spaces\, weather depending. 🌤️
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queers-beers-spring-fling/
LOCATION:Lowertown Brewery\, 73 York St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 5T2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Parties,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Queering 613":MAILTO:queering613@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250517T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250517T190000
DTSTAMP:20260515T145107
CREATED:20250424T215130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250426T212520Z
UID:10002537-1747494000-1747508400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:EUROVISION
DESCRIPTION:Watch the live transmission of the Eurovision Song Contest at Club SAW with Acadian drag sensation Sami Landri\, best known for his humorous capsules on social media where he has amassed over 400k followers. DJ Matelot Max will host a pop-up karaoke throughout the event. You’ll enjoy many hours of over-the-top fun\, with performances\, karaoke\, and bingo all thrown into the mix!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/eurovision/
LOCATION:club SAW\, 67 Nicholas Street\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Live music,Nightlife,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250518T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250518T223000
DTSTAMP:20260515T145107
CREATED:20250502T162258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T162314Z
UID:10002564-1747598400-1747607400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Le Prince Harry with Special Guest Yolande Laroche
DESCRIPTION:On May 18th\, we welcome electro-punk duo @leprinceharry.be all the way from Liège\, Belgium! They will be joined by the magnetic @orchidae for a special solo performance 🧲🎛️ \n\n\n\nSee you at @happygoatcoffee – 35 Laurel Street for this all ages show! Doors at 8PM ⚡️
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/le-prince-harry-with-special-guest-yolande-laroche/
LOCATION:Happy Goat – Laurel\, 35 Laurel St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y4M4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Parties,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="First Crush":MAILTO:firstcrushpromotion@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250518T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250518T230000
DTSTAMP:20260515T145107
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000512-1747598400-1747609200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2025-05-18/
LOCATION:T’s\, 323 Somerset Street West\, Ottawa\, ON\, 2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Regular programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250520T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250524T235959
DTSTAMP:20260515T145107
CREATED:20250514T183023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T183035Z
UID:10002635-1747699200-1748131199@maxottawa.ca
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250520T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250525T235959
DTSTAMP:20260515T145107
CREATED:20250514T181335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T181345Z
UID:10002634-1747699200-1748217599@maxottawa.ca
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250520T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250520T233000
DTSTAMP:20260515T145107
CREATED:20250424T205652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T210141Z
UID:10002533-1747771200-1747783800@maxottawa.ca
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250522T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250523T010000
DTSTAMP:20260515T145107
CREATED:20250416T215156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T175931Z
UID:10002446-1747942200-1747962000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Canada’s Drag Race Takeover\, Celebration of Asian Heritage Month
DESCRIPTION:”A Night of Glitter\, History\, and Pride” is a spectacular drag show celebrating the rich diversity and vibrant culture of the Asian community. This showstopping event will bring together fierce drag performances and breathtaking fashion. \n\n\n\nJoin us for an unforgettable night of fierce queens\, cultural outfits\, and a community united in love and pride. It’s more than just a show—it’s a celebration of Asian heritage\, culture\, and the joy of self-expression.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/canadas-drag-race-takeover-celebration-of-asian-heritage-month/
LOCATION:The Lookout Bar\, 41 York Street\, 2nd Floor\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 5S7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Drag & Burlesque,Live music,Nightlife,Parties,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250522T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250522T230000
DTSTAMP:20260515T145107
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000513-1747944000-1747954800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2025-05-22/
LOCATION:T’s\, 323 Somerset Street West\, Ottawa\, ON\, 2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Regular programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250524T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250524T210000
DTSTAMP:20260515T145107
CREATED:20250513T191545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T191556Z
UID:10002613-1748115000-1748120400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Aspects of Love: A Choral Concert
DESCRIPTION:A heartfelt musical journey exploring the different faces of love – romantic passion\, heartbreak\, self-discovery\, and the deep bonds of friendship. With music spanning madrigals to musical theatre\, we’ll celebrate the complexity and beauty of love in all its forms.  \n\n\n\nSome songs include strong language — because love isn’t always polite.  \n\n\n\nThe concert will be approx. 60 mins with a light reception to follow.  \n\n\n\nThe venue is First Unitarian\, which is a wheelchair accessible space and has gender neutral single stall washrooms in addition to multiple stall gendered washrooms. Seating is cushioned wooden pews. The space is secular in nature.  \n\n\n\nFree parking is available on site and there are nearby bus stops.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/aspects-of-love-a-choral-concert/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church\, 30 Cleary Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2A4A1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife
ORGANIZER;CN="Tone Cluster":MAILTO:manager@tonecluster.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250524T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250524T230000
DTSTAMP:20260515T145107
CREATED:20250509T164143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T164151Z
UID:10002609-1748116800-1748127600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Willem James Cowan\, Emma Schuster and Sammy Hayes
DESCRIPTION:Show Description \n\n\n\nA night of stories and songs from Ottawa artists Sammy Hayes and Emma Schuster\, and London artist Willem James Cowan. Willem is currently on tour across Ontario in support of his recent singles\, and vinyl release. \n\n\n\nBios \n\n\n\n​​The sweeping folk anthems of Willem James Cowan have been capturing ears across eastern Canada since 2018. Across three releases and various singles\, he has explored the uncharted corners of his soul and sound. Cowan’s lush production is always in service of soft-spoken truths and an eye to the  \n\n\n\nEmma Schuster is an environmentalist singer songwriter and music blogger dedicated to exploring the natural world and highlighting sustainability issues in the music industry.  \n\n\n\nSammy Hayes\, singer/songwriter/professional guitar fumbler. Sugar in the raw.  \n\n\n\nAccolades \n\n\n\nWillem James Cowan was a winner of Summerfolk Festival’s “Youth Discoveries” program in 2017\, playing the festival with the likes of Bahamas\, Fred Penner\, and Sarah Harmer. In 2018\, he was presented with Fanshawe College’s Songwriter of the Year award\, and In 2022\, he released his debut full-length album\, “Mourning in the Morningtime”. In 2024\, he was selected as a Creative Lead for the Corduroy Colab program\, and is slated to play Departure Festival (Formerly Canadian Music Week)\, and NXNE this year in Toronto\, as well as a small Ontario tour to support his recent single releases. \n\n\n\nSocial Media \n\n\n\n@willemjamescowan@e.mmaschuster@_sammy.hayes
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/willem-james-cowan-emma-schuster-and-sammy-hayes/
LOCATION:Art House\, 555 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R5K1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250525T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250525T230000
DTSTAMP:20260515T145107
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000514-1748203200-1748214000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2025-05-25/
LOCATION:T’s\, 323 Somerset Street West\, Ottawa\, ON\, 2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Regular programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250529T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250529T230000
DTSTAMP:20260515T145107
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000515-1748548800-1748559600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2025-05-29/
LOCATION:T’s\, 323 Somerset Street West\, Ottawa\, ON\, 2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Regular programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250530T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250530T230000
DTSTAMP:20260515T145107
CREATED:20250527T175840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250601T162040Z
UID:10002824-1748631600-1748646000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Undercover - Bands As Bands
DESCRIPTION:NEW SPECTRASONIC SHOW 🎉 the tribute series continues with Undercover – Bands As Bands ⚡️ @tekkno_ec as Electric Callboy\, @complixit performing Paramore\, Fall Out Boy\, MCR & more\, and Horror Business as Misfits⚡️ Fri May 30 at @27club_ottawa
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/undercover-bands-as-bands/
LOCATION:The 27 Club\, 27 York St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 5S7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Ottawa
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