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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260517T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260517T230000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040623
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
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UID:10000616-1779048000-1779058800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2026-05-17/
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:20260516T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260517T020000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040623
CREATED:20260505T173553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T173559Z
UID:10005021-1778967000-1778983200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Club Mustang Rodeo
DESCRIPTION:giddy up because the rodeo is taking place on may 16th at the one and only t’s all welcoming pub. no cover just dress for the occasion 😉 \n\n\n\nLineup\n\n\n\n\nesme2k  \n\n\n\nestrella \n\n\n\nscoodt  \n\n\n\norpheis \n\n\n\ntar
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/club-mustang-rodeo/
LOCATION:T’s\, 323 Somerset Street West\, Ottawa\, ON\, 2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Nightlife,Ottawa,Parties
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260516T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260516T220000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040623
CREATED:20241029T205445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T153226Z
UID:10000275-1778958000-1778968800@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/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:The Vanitea Room\, 551 Somerset St West\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1R 5J9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260515T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260516T023000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040623
CREATED:20260511T183618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T183642Z
UID:10005050-1778882400-1778898600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Pull Up: Bianca Oblivion (LA)
DESCRIPTION:Winter’s over\, it’s getting warmer\, and we’ve teamed up with Groove & Bass music festival to present you an Ottawa debut of Bianca Oblivion on May 15\, 2026 at City At Night. \n\n\n\nThe Los Angeles producer behind club weapons such as “Sinais\,” “Eski Rave\,” and “Selecta” brings her brand of bass-heavy club infused music to Ottawa. Bianca Oblivion’s skills behind the decks are renown and has had her travelling the world and playing iconic festivals such as Glastonbury\, Boomtown\, Bass Coast\, Fusion and at iconic clubs like London’s fabric and Barcelona’s Razzmatazz. \n\n\n\nMixmag named Bianca Oblivion as one of 2023’s breakthrough DJs of the year. In 2024\, Bianca was also named as part of Beatport Next’s class of 2024. \n\n\n\nBianca Oblivion’s sets are electric\, diverse and high energy\, but don’t take our word for it\, go and watch her Boiler Room sets\, including her LA collective Warp Mode’s takeover in 2023. \n\n\n\nFollowing in the spirit of firsts and debuts\, on the line up are Pull Up residents So Durand and And.re playing their first back to back set\, and Ottawa’s Ch1oehaze playing her debut Pull Up set\, all going down in our favourite Ottawa basement\, City At Night. \n\n\n\nSEE YOU IN THE DANCE PULL UP CREW 🙂 \n\n\n\n10 PM to 2:30 AM \n\n\n\n19+ (ID required) \n\n\n\nCity At Night (222 Slater Street\, Ottawa\, Ontario) \n\n\n\nLimited capacity \n\n\n\nAdvance tickets are recommendedTier 1 (Early Bird) $16+ feesTier 2 (Advanced)$18 + feesTier 3 (General Admission)$22+ feesDay of show $24+ fees | MORE AT THE DOOR
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/pull-up-bianca-oblivion-la/
LOCATION:City at Night\, 222 Slater St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1P 5H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Nightlife,Ottawa,Parties
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260514T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260514T230000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040623
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000615-1778788800-1778799600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2026-05-14/
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:20260512T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260512T233000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040623
CREATED:20260505T165647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T165704Z
UID:10005018-1778616000-1778628600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spring Re-Awakening
DESCRIPTION:🩸🦇Being Immortal is Kinda Sexy…🦇🩸 From Dracula to Buffy\, it’s no secret that some of the most iconic pieces of media EVER are about VAMPIRES! They’re sparkly\, scary\, and incredibly alluring 👀🧛 \n\n\n\nCome join some of Ottawa’s finest drag talent as they celebrate the gothic\, sexy\, and hilarious sides of the vampire pop culture that they love so much! \n\n\n\nDressing up in undead attire is HIGHLY recommended\, as you do NOT want to look out of place at this Unholy Masquerade (I’ve heard they BITE😬🩸)👤 19+ \n\n\n\nWe’ll see you there at Ottawa’s Home for Vampiric\, Gothic\, ICONIC Drag! 🌈✨
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spring-re-awakening/
LOCATION:The Lookout Bar\, 41 York Street\, 2nd Floor\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 5S7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife,Ottawa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260510T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260510T230000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040623
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000614-1778443200-1778454000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2026-05-10/
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:20260509T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260510T020000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040623
CREATED:20260427T164212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T195722Z
UID:10005003-1778364000-1778378400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Capital Burlesque Expo: The Afterparty
DESCRIPTION:Close out a weekend of burlesque beauty in the Capital with us! \n\n\n\nThe fun doesn’t stop when the performances at LabO do 😈 \n\n\n\nCome out to Queen St. Fare and keep the party going with even MORE jaw-dropping burlesque\, great music from our DJ Hibo Lagerfeld and our incredibly talented local vendors! \n\n\n\nWe’re bringing you local and international burlesque acts from Joona Bae (NY)\, Kopy Cat (Ott) and Canary Quinn (Ott) – don’t miss your chance to see them tear up the stage and leave nothing behind but their costumes 🫦 😏 \n\n\n\nWhether you’re joining after a whole weekend at the Expo or just looking to enjoy an evening of burlesque with us\, we can’t wait to see you there !! ✨ \n\n\n\nQueen St. Fare is a physically accessible venue \n\n\n\nThere will be masks available at the door \n\n\n\nThis show is 19+
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/capital-burlesque-expo-the-afterparty/
LOCATION:Queen Street Fare\, 170 Queen St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1P 5E1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife,Ottawa,Parties
ORGANIZER;CN="Be Proud Productions":MAILTO:beproud.prods@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260509T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260509T220000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040623
CREATED:20241029T205445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T153226Z
UID:10000274-1778353200-1778364000@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/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:The Vanitea Room\, 551 Somerset St West\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1R 5J9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T230000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040623
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000613-1778184000-1778194800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2026-05-07/
LOCATION:T’s\, 323 Somerset Street West\, Ottawa\, ON\, 2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Regular programming
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260503T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260503T230000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040623
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000612-1777838400-1777849200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2026-05-03/
LOCATION:T’s\, 323 Somerset Street West\, Ottawa\, ON\, 2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Regular programming
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260502T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260502T220000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040623
CREATED:20241029T205445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T153226Z
UID:10000273-1777748400-1777759200@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/2026-05-02/
LOCATION:The Vanitea Room\, 551 Somerset St West\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1R 5J9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260430T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260430T230000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040623
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000611-1777579200-1777590000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2026-04-30/
LOCATION:T’s\, 323 Somerset Street West\, Ottawa\, ON\, 2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Regular programming
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260429T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260429T223000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040623
CREATED:20260421T165543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T165701Z
UID:10004988-1777492800-1777501800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:The Great Drag-Kiing-Ification of Small Fish
DESCRIPTION:Small Fish is BAAACK!! Introducing the first ever @bj_stroker X @smallfishshow COLLAB! \n\n\n\nJoin us for a mystical\, magical soirée showcasing queered masculinities in all their glory. Watch as Maggie and Glenys evolve into kings for the very first time\, under the guidance of @thefrancis_coe\, @omaribjohnson_drag\, @houseofplushburlesque\, and most importantly\, their fairy drag daddy @bj_stroker 🥴🧚😻 \n\n\n\nIt’s a drag king show hosted by two comedians who are also turning into drag kings… COME CHECK IT!!! ❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥 \n\n\n\nA comedy and variety show by and for marginalized folks. \n\n\n\nMasked event! We will have some at the door but bringing your own is encouraged! \n\n\n\nAll tickets are General Admission.  \n\n\n\nSeating is not guaranteed.  \n\n\n\nPlease come early to get a good seat. \n\n\n\n19 + after 9 PM
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/the-great-drag-kiing-ification-of-small-fish/
LOCATION:Irene’s Pub\, 885 Bank St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1S 3W4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife,Ottawa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260426T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260426T230000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040623
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000610-1777233600-1777244400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:T’s\, 323 Somerset Street West\, Ottawa\, ON\, 2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Regular programming
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260425T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260425T220000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040623
CREATED:20241029T205445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T153226Z
UID:10000272-1777143600-1777154400@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/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:The Vanitea Room\, 551 Somerset St West\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1R 5J9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260424T233000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260425T020000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040623
CREATED:20260408T184717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T134945Z
UID:10004941-1777073400-1777082400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Sapphic Night at The Lookout
DESCRIPTION:She’s back by popular demand — SAPPHIC NIGHT at The Lookout! 💋🧡🤍🩷 Tell your friends… 😉✨ \n\n\n\nHosted by Wysteria Root with performances by Mx. Tique and Toronto’s Manny Dingo! ⚡️ + DJ Roxy will be in the booth to keep you dancing all night long! \n\n\n\nWe’ll see you there at Ottawa’s Home for Drag! 🌈🩷🤍🧡
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/sapphic-night-at-the-lookout-3/
LOCATION:The Lookout Bar\, 41 York Street\, 2nd Floor\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 5S7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife,Ottawa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260424T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260424T223000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040623
CREATED:20260408T185201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T134726Z
UID:10004942-1777062600-1777069800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Sapphic Night at The Lookout
DESCRIPTION:She’s back by popular demand — SAPPHIC NIGHT at The Lookout! 💋🧡🤍🩷 Tell your friends… 😉✨ \n\n\n\nHosted by Wysteria Root with performances by Mx. Tique and Toronto’s Manny Dingo! ⚡️ + DJ Roxy will be in the booth to keep you dancing all night long! \n\n\n\nPlease arrive together and on time for the show. Tables may be reseated at our sole discretion in the event that reservations have not arrived more than 15 minutes after the scheduled showtime. Refunds not granted within 48 hours of showtime. \n\n\n\nPerformer lineup subject to change; all Lookout programming is 19+.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/sapphic-night-at-the-lookout-4/
LOCATION:The Lookout Bar\, 41 York Street\, 2nd Floor\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 5S7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife,Ottawa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260424T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260424T233000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040623
CREATED:20260421T164839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T164922Z
UID:10004987-1777053600-1777073400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queers & Beers
DESCRIPTION:🍻✨ QUEERS & BEERS is heading to Queen St. Fare! ✨🍻 \n\n\n\nMark your calendars! 🗓️ \n\n\n\nThis time around we’re going old school Queers & Beers style – chill vibes\, great convos\, and space to actually talk! \n\n\n\n🌈 What’s Queers & Beers all about? \n\n\n\nDo you love craft beer? 🍺Wanna meet cuties & cool folks in the queer community? 🥰Interested in meaningful convos and trying new things? 🧠💡Yes\, yes\, and YES! Let’s gather and explore the local brew scene in Ottcity together while creating a safer\, inclusive space for queer & trans pub lovers! 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈 \n\n\n\n🎉 Come solo\, bring your besties\, show up with a date\, or maybe meet one there! 💕Make new friends\, catch up with old ones\, or enjoy your own company – it’s all welcome & all good ✨ \n\n\n\n📣 This is an open event – so bring your pals! \n\n\n\n💖 All genders & sexualities welcome🍻 Fun\, safer vibes for sipping & socializing♿ We’re working to prioritize accessible spaces🗨️ Feedback always welcome – hit us up at queering613@gmail.com \n\n\n\n🪪 Physical Accessibility Note:Queen St. Fare has automated doors and accessible washrooms. 💯 \n\n\n\n🧡 We want to acknowledge and honour that this event takes place on unceded Algonquin Territory\, land that was never given up or surrendered. \n\n\n\nLet’s raise a glass & connect\, community-style! 🥂See you there! 💃🏽🍻🌈💬
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queers-beers-10/
LOCATION:Queen Street Fare\, 170 Queen St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1P 5E1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Nightlife,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="Queering 613":MAILTO:queering613@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260423T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260423T230000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040623
CREATED:20260421T173152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T173228Z
UID:10004989-1776974400-1776985200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:“Lord of The Rings” hosted by Shebiscuit
DESCRIPTION:⚔️ Thursday APRIL 23rd ⚔️ Prepare for an unforgettable adventure that will determine the future of Middle Earth. This campy and fantastical drag show features 6 of Ottawa’s bravest heroes bringing you the drama\, magic\, and homosexual undertones of the classic Lord of The Rings trilogy! ✨ \n\n\n\nSome may insist that The Lord of the Rings is just for the heteros\, but what’s gayer than watching a bunch of dudes fight over a piece of jewelry? 🌈 \n\n\n\nWhether you’re an elf\, dwarf or halfling\, you too can be part of the fellowship; audience members are encouraged to come in costume! 🧙🏼‍♂️(NOTE: shoes ARE still mandatory.) The story begins at Ottawa’s home for drag\, The Lookout Bar. We’ll see you there\, precious… 🌋👤 19+ \n\n\n\n✨ Featuring:Your host\, Shebiscuit\, as Aragorn ⚔️Opal Essence as Gandalf “Big Naturals” 🔮Anni Elation as Legolas 🍃Caligula as Boromir 🛡️Lady Justice as Gollum 🐟and Francis Coe as Frodo Baggins 🦶🏻
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/lord-of-the-rings-hosted-by-shebiscuit/
LOCATION:The Lookout Bar\, 41 York Street\, 2nd Floor\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 5S7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife,Ottawa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260423T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260423T230000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040623
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000609-1776974400-1776985200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:T’s\, 323 Somerset Street West\, Ottawa\, ON\, 2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Regular programming
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260419T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260419T230000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040623
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000608-1776628800-1776639600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2026-04-19/
LOCATION:T’s\, 323 Somerset Street West\, Ottawa\, ON\, 2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Regular programming
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260419T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260419T220000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040623
CREATED:20260326T161800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T161804Z
UID:10004842-1776625200-1776636000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:EEJUNGMI & Yolande Laroche at the Champagne Bath
DESCRIPTION:Bringing bubbling pop songs and ambient-electronic selections\, we are thrilled to welcome EEJUNGMI to the Champagne Bath this spring in celebration of her debut album Water is a Shifting Mirror\, constructed from field recordings of rivers\, currents of driving bass\, and splashes of the artist’s ethereal voice. She will be joined by local multi-genre angel Yolande Laroche\, both offering up a hybrid performance of live and DJ’d material. \n\n\n\nExperience the show from inside the pool through underwater speakers\, in the sauna\, or poolside under the sun roof. \n\n\n\nWhat to bring: \n\n\n\nBathing suit\, Towel\, Robe\, Flip flops or slides for pool deck / showers\, Lock for changing room lockers\, Non-glass water bottle \n\n\n\nAbout the space: \n\n\n\nThere are two change rooms: one for women and gender nonconforming folks and one for men and gender nonconforming folks. No gender policing will be tolerated – please use the change room you are most comfortable with\, and respect others’ right to choose. \n\n\n\nChange rooms have 2 private stalls with toilets\, and open showers with multiple shower heads. \n\n\n\nLockers are available in change rooms for personal belongings. \n\n\n\nNo food or drink permitted in the change rooms. Water bottles (no glass please) are permitted on the pool deck and mezzanine. \n\n\n\nThere is a dry sauna on the pool deck. Capacity is limited to 10 people at a time. \n\n\n\nSeating available on pool deck. \n\n\n\nParking – Free parking in lot behind building. Free street parking on York St. Bike parking in front of building.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/eejungmi-yolande-laroche-at-the-champagne-bath/
LOCATION:Champagne Bath\, 321 King Edward Ave\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 5T8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="Debaser":MAILTO:hello@debaser.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260418T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260418T233000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040623
CREATED:20260408T174854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T174903Z
UID:10004940-1776546000-1776555000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:613 Basement Burlesque
DESCRIPTION:Come see local burlesque and variety performers in swizzles basement bar for cheeky hilarity\, dazzling costumes\, and a great time! \n\n\n\nJoin us for a night of burlesque and variety entertainment at Swizzles for Basement Burlesque! Get ready to be dazzled by the seductive and silly performances of talented burlesque artists and variety performers. This April edition\, your host Lolo Merlot takes you through performances by Bella Barecat\, Rowena Way\, Koston Kreme\, and Ava Adore! It’s a feast for the senses\, with cheeky hilarity\, sexy performances\, and mesmerizing costumes. Don’t miss out on the chance to experience the art of burlesque up close and personal. Grab your friends\, dress to impress\, and prepare for a night of unforgettable fun. Get your tickets now! \n\n\n\nDoors at 9pm\, Show at 10pm \n\n\n\nCome early for a good seat! \n\n\n\nNO RESERVATIONS
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/613-basement-burlesque-3/
LOCATION:Swizzles\, 246 Queen Street\,\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1P 5E4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife,Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260418T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260418T223000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040623
CREATED:20260408T194141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T194145Z
UID:10004949-1776538800-1776551400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spring Dance Party with Homo Phono!
DESCRIPTION:Kick off those winter blues with a sweet little dance party! \n\n\n\nSlide into spring with a queer dance party at The Grove featuring DJ Delpilar! Expect 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/spring-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:20260418T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260418T220000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040623
CREATED:20241029T205445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T153226Z
UID:10000271-1776538800-1776549600@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/2026-04-18/
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:20260417T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260418T020000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040623
CREATED:20260408T190300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T190304Z
UID:10004944-1776463200-1776477600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:HOTT Stuff
DESCRIPTION:NEW SEASON \n\n\n\nNEW ENERGY \n\n\n\nSAME 2SLGBTQ+ SAFE SPACE \n\n\n\nSAME PASSION FOR ELECTRONIC MUSIC \n\n\n\nSpring has arrived… and things are about to heat up again. \n\n\n\nOttawa’s steamiest 2SLGBTQ+ quarterly dance event returns for HOTT STUFF: Edition V\, bringing the energy\, the sweat\, and the community back to The 27 Club — our home for 250 bodies ready to move\, connect\, and celebrate the season together. \n\n\n\nAs the city wakes up from winter\, we’re turning the temperature up inside. \n\n\n\nBehind the decks\, your HOTT STUFF residents return: \n\n\n\nDiskommander delivering deep\, driving beats\, and JC Simon pushing the night into full-throttle spring fever. \n\n\n\nThis is the night to shed the winter energy. \n\n\n\nTo step into the light. \n\n\n\nTo lose yourself in the music and feel the dancefloor come alive again. \n\n\n\nFresh season. \n\n\n\nFresh heat. \n\n\n\nSame HOTT STUFF. \n\n\n\nCome early. \n\n\n\nStay late. \n\n\n\nLet the spring awakening begin. \n\n\n\nTickets at the door until capacity.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/hott-stuff-4/
LOCATION:The 27 Club\, 27 York St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 5S7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Nightlife,Ottawa,Parties
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260417T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260417T230000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040623
CREATED:20260326T161150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T161155Z
UID:10004841-1776456000-1776466800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Witch Prophet Album Release Show + ChristJay
DESCRIPTION:Witch Prophet returns to Club SAW to celebrate the release of her upcoming album Words Are Spells / Thoughts Are Magic With special guest ChristJay \n\n\n\nWitch Prophet is a Toronto-based\, Ethiopian/Eritrean singer-songwriter\, producer\, and creative visionary whose work blends jazz fusion\, neo-soul\, and trip-hop\, with multilingual vocals in English\, Tigrinya\, and Amharic. Drawing on her ancestral lineage and lived experience\, she creates spiritually resonant\, groove-centered music that feels both futuristic and deeply rooted. \n\n\n\nHer critically acclaimed discography (including The Golden Octave\, D.N.A Activation\, and Gateway Experience)has earned praise from Billboard\, Pitchfork\, Complex\, FADER\, CBC Music\, Exclaim!\, Bandcamp\, and more\, along with Polaris Prize shortlist and longlist recognition. Known for her hypnotic vocal style\, rich harmonies\, and boundary-pushing sonic worlds\, Witch Prophet has performed at major festivals such as Montreal Jazz Festival\, Vancouver Jazz Festival\, Winnipeg Folk Festival\, The Great Escape (UK)\, SXSW (Austin)\, MAMA Festival (Paris)\, and New Skool Rules (Rotterdam). She has shared stages with and opened for Sudan Archives\, Tash Sultana\, JPEGMAFIA\, KeiyaA\, CLIPPING\, Pierre Kwenders\, Begonia\, Lido Pimienta\, and more. \n\n\n\nHer forthcoming album\, Words Are Spells / Thoughts Are Magic (March 18\, 2026)\, marks her most expansive work yet – a dual-sided project exploring the power of language\, thought\, and intention. Produced by Witch Prophet and her wife/collaborator SUN SUN\, the album merges ancestral resonance with contemporary soul\, offering a transformative musical experience. \n\n\n\nA magnetic performer and genre-defying storyteller\, Witch Prophet continues to carve a singular path in today’s global music landscape.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/witch-prophet-album-release-show-christjay/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="Debaser":MAILTO:hello@debaser.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260416T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260416T230000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040623
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000607-1776369600-1776380400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2026-04-16/
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:20260415T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T230000
DTSTAMP:20260520T040623
CREATED:20260408T192311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T192316Z
UID:10004946-1776283200-1776294000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Bring On The Kings: An All Drag King Extravaganza!
DESCRIPTION:Drag Me To Live! is back this April with it’s first ever guest host BJ Stroker\, alongside a fabulous cast of local drag kings!! \n\n\n\nWhen the Queen’s away\, the Kings will play! \n\n\n\nFor the first time in Drag Me To Live! history\, Eden Moore is away! But the show must go on- and what better guest host than Mr. Capital Pride 2024 BJ Stroker! \n\n\n\nBJ is hosting the first ever all drag king takeover at Live! on Elgin with “Bring On The Kings”! This show features the Drag Me To Live! returns of Ottawa’s sultriest lad Sam Smitten & Mr. Capital Pride 2022 Dr. Androbox\, along with the Drag Me To Live! debuts of Ottawa’s punk king Austin Paradise\, as well as the campy Hardly Knower! \n\n\n\nThis cast promises an evening of charismatic hosting\, camp\, comedy\, punk\, high-energy lipsyncs\, powerful live-sung performances & more! \n\n\n\nDoors at 7:00 / Show at 8:00
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/bring-on-the-kings-an-all-drag-king-extravaganza/
LOCATION:LIVE! on Elgin\, 220 Elgin St #2\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 1L7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Moore":MAILTO:theedenmoore@gmail.com
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