BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//MAX Ottawa - ECPv6.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:MAX Ottawa X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://maxottawa.ca X-WR-CALDESC:Events for MAX Ottawa REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Toronto BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260717T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260717T233000 DTSTAMP:20260708T213509Z CREATED:20260708T213454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T213509Z UID:10005366-1784311200-1784331000@maxottawa.ca SUMMARY:Queers & Beers DESCRIPTION:🌈 QUEERS & BEERS at Lowertown Brewery in the Byward Market! đŸ» \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? đŸș Do you like getting together with your community and meeting new friends? đŸ€ 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 đŸ» & create a safer space for queer & trans pub lovers! 🌟 \n\n\n\nCome with friends đŸ‘Żâ€â™€ïž\, come alone đŸ§‘â€đŸ€â€đŸ§‘\, come with a date 💕\, end up on a date 💑\, make new pals đŸ€—\, talk to those you know 👋\, talk to those you don’t know but have always wanted to 😏\, or hey even keep to yourself đŸ€«\, 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! đŸ»đŸ’Ź \n\n\n\nPhysical Accessibility Note:Lowertown is a physically accessible venue\, with a ramp at the entrance đŸ›Łïž and accessible bathrooms on the main level đŸš». There is also an outdoor patio for COVID-safer spaces\, weather depending. đŸŒ€ïž URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queers-beers-12/ LOCATION:Lowertown Brewery\, 73 York St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 5T2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Nightlife,Ottawa,Parties,Social ORGANIZER;CN="Queering 613":MAILTO:queering613@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260717T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260717T220000 DTSTAMP:20260709T003457Z CREATED:20260709T003453Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T003457Z UID:10005371-1784314800-1784325600@maxottawa.ca SUMMARY:Chez Nous in Uncommon Spaces DESCRIPTION:Dancers to the front! \n\n\n\nWe’re kicking off Chez Nous early with a dance party at Bank & Waverley in Uncommon Spaces from 7pm to 10pm. This is a free\, outdoor\, all-ages party about community connecting on the dance floor to the rhythms and beats from across the African continent and throughout the diaspora.  \n\n\n\nLet’s be in joyful presence together\, move our bodies in whatever ways feel good\, and celebrate all aspects of our identities! \n\n\n\nACCESSIBILITY & LOGISTICAL NOTES\n\n\n\n\nThere is no specific washroom access available at Uncommon Spaces. There are restaurants on either side where the washroom facilities may potentially be used.\n\n\n\nThe dance party will take place within the Bank & Waverley Uncommon Spaces area which is set up directly on the paved road. Several seating options are available to the sides.\n\n\n\nExtra water will be available\, please bring a water bottle with you.\n\n\n\nMasks available\n\n\n\nNaloxone kits available\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDanseurs\, au premier rang! \n\n\n\nNous donnons le coup d’envoi de Chez Nous en avant-heure avec une soirĂ©e dansante Ă  l’angle de Bank et Waverley\, Ă  Uncommon Spaces\, de 19 h Ă  22 h. Il s’agit d’une soirĂ©e gratuite en plein air\, ouverte Ă  tous les Ăąges\, qui vise Ă  crĂ©er des liens communautaires sur la piste de danse au son des rythmes et des beats provenant de tout le continent africain et de la diaspora. \n\n\n\nPartageons ensemble ce moment de joie\, bougeons nos corps comme bon nous semble et cĂ©lĂ©brons toutes les facettes de nos identitĂ©s ! \n\n\n\nACCESSIBILITÉ ET INFORMATIONS PRATIQUES\n\n\n\n\nIl n’y a pas de toilettes spĂ©cifiques disponibles Ă  Uncommon Spaces. Des restaurants situĂ©s de part et d’autre du site permettent Ă©ventuellement d’utiliser leurs sanitaires.\n\n\n\nLa soirĂ©e dansante se dĂ©roulera dans l’espace Uncommon Spaces de Bank & Waverley\, amĂ©nagĂ© directement sur la chaussĂ©e. Plusieurs possibilitĂ©s de s’asseoir sont disponibles sur les cĂŽtĂ©s. URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/chez-nous-in-uncommon-spaces/ LOCATION:Uncommon – Waverley & Bank\, Waverley St. and Bank St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 1Y3\, Canada CATEGORIES:Nightlife,Ottawa,Outdoors,Parties END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260717T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260718T020000 DTSTAMP:20260622T124619Z CREATED:20260622T124615Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T124619Z UID:10005264-1784322000-1784340000@maxottawa.ca SUMMARY:Dancing Queen: Rollerskate Dance Party DESCRIPTION:Glimmering Dolls and Skate & Play present a disco dance party in Ottawa. \n\n\n\n✼˙⋆ YOU ARE THE DANCING QUEEN ˙⋆✼ \n\n\n\nDisco rollerskating is a classic you just can’t miss\, and Glimmering Dolls is bringing the groove to Ottawa! đŸ›Œ Join us on Friday July 17th for the DANCING QUEEN: ROLLERSKATE dance party! We’re linking up with Skate & Play to give you a night that starts on wheels and ends on the dance floorđŸ”„ \n\n\n\nYes\, your rollerskating fantasy to disco songs will come true
so bring all your friends and let’s make this night a movie! \n\n\n\n☆ ENTRY INFO ☆ \n\n\n\n19+ \n\n\n\nRink opens at 9PM \n\n\n\nLGBTQA+ safe space 🌈 \n\n\n\nPLEASE NOTE: a waiver must be signed prior to skating on the rink. Attendees will recieve the link in their ticket confirmation email. \n\n\n\n☆ SCHEDULE ☆ \n\n\n\n9PM-11:30 PM: ROLLERSKATE LIKE ITS THE 70’S \n\n\n\nLights down. Music up. Wheels on.Skate to iconic disco classics and disco-inspired hits! Whether you’re a pro skater or just here to vibe and wobble cutely; this is about fun\, nostalgia\, and getting groovy! \n\n\n\nDJ: Glimmering Dolls \n\n\n\n11:30 PM – 2AM: PARTY LIKE ITS THE 70’S \n\n\n\nAt 11:30\, we transform the rink into a full dance floor.Shoes on\, no skates\, all movement! \n\n\n\n☆ WHATS INCLUDED IN YOUR TICKET☆ \n\n\n\n\nAcces to all areas (Rink\, dance floor\, bar\, pool table and arcades)\n\n\n\n1 pair of rented skates fit to your size\n\n\n\n\nWearing a helmet is not mandatory\, but it is recommended. \n\n\n\n☆ DRESS CODE: DISCO INSPIRED ☆Bring the era back. Go all in.Wide-leg pants\, fringe vests\, flashy neon\, cheetah print\, metallic jumpsuits\, oversized sunglasses\, dangly jewelry – have fun with it! ✹ \n\n\n\n☆ MUSIC ☆ \n\n\n\nMADONNA\, ABBA\, MICHEAL JACKSON\, DAVID BOWIE\, DUA LIPA\, FLEETWOOD MAC\, CHER\, BEE GEES\, THE JACKSON 5\, BEYONCE\, OLIVIA DEAN\, DOJA CAT\, CHAPPEL ROAN\, DONNA SUMMER\, BLONDIE\, PRINCE\, SABRINA CARPENTER\, SOMBR\, HARRY STYLES\, TAME IMPALA\, MAGDALENA BAY\, BONEY M\,KATE BUSH\, ANDREA TRUE CONNECTION\, MARINA\, THE WEATHER GIRLS\, TOTO\, VILLAGE PEOPLE\, RAYE\, CANNONS\, BENSON BOONE\, MARVIN GAYE\, CHIC AND MORE!âœšđŸ›ŒđŸ’ż \n\n\n\nQuestions? \n\n\n\ninfo@skate-play.com URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/dancing-queen-rollerskate-dance-party/ LOCATION:4 Wheelies Ottawa Roller Skating Centre\, 1101 Baxter Rd.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2C 3Z3\, Canada CATEGORIES:Nightlife,Ottawa,Parties ORGANIZER;CN="Glimmering Dolls":MAILTO:glimmeringdolls@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260724T220000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260725T020000 DTSTAMP:20260622T123946Z CREATED:20260622T123921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T123946Z 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260731T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260731T230000 DTSTAMP:20260713T215659Z CREATED:20260713T215656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T215659Z UID:10005383-1785524400-1785538800@maxottawa.ca SUMMARY:Remedio DESCRIPTION:Hiii there\, we miss youuuuu! \n\n\n\nREMEDIO is back with a fresh lineup. This July 31st\, we’re transforming our favorite and coziest coffee shop in Centretown into a night full of music\, community\, and bass. \n\n\n\nThis edition will take you from scratches and live sampling to more deconstructed\, breaky sounds\, finishing with groovy\, percussive dembow that’ll keep you dancing all night long. \n\n\n\nWe’re very stoked to have Sweet Morgan\, Ttrills and Vektrx (live) joining Bleu PĂąle and And.re to build the night together\, creating a diverse atmosphere through different sounds\, rhythms\, and approaches. URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/remedio/ LOCATION:Arlington 5\, 5 Arlington Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 1C1\, Canada CATEGORIES:Nightlife,Ottawa,Parties END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260731T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260801T020000 DTSTAMP:20260718T224240Z CREATED:20260718T224237Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T224240Z UID:10005413-1785528000-1785549600@maxottawa.ca SUMMARY:VINTAGE N VINYL: Drag Show + Vintage Shop + Afterparty at FONO DESCRIPTION:It’s time to drag-up Ottawa’s favourite new music venue. We’re bringing sparkles ‘n drag\, vintage shopping and all-vinyl dj sets to Centretown’s living room\, FONO Hifi Lounge. This is a night for your senses to be wowed in this beautiful venue with talented entertainers\, cocktails and your fave local vintage vendors. \n\n\n\n2 TICKET TYPES / \n\n\n\n♄Seated Drag Show Ticket / arrive by 8:00PM \n\n\n\n♄After-Party Ticket / arrive after 10:30PM \n\n\n\nBoth tickets offer access to shop the vintage pop-up in the Ballroom\, ft. local vintage vendors all night! \n\n\n\nSEATED DRAG SHOW / \n\n\n\nIn the HiFiLounge\, our drag artists will perform to vintage music from the 60s/70s/80s/90s\, taking inspiration from our vintage pop-ups. \n\n\n\n♄Enjoy performances and silliness from our stars: Sunshine Glitterchild\, Saltina Shaker\, Manny Dingo (Toronto) and Xtra with an intermission for you to check out the Ballroom and shop local vintage \n\n\n\n♄Seating includes bar seats\, tables for 2 and “living room style” seating\, such as couches. Seating is first-come-first served. If you have a larger group please let us know to help us designate space for your group. \n\n\n\n♄Snack menu available \n\n\n\n♄Doors open 7:30PM / Show at 8PM \n\n\n\nAFTER PARTY // \n\n\n\nEnjoy a 100% Vinyl DJ set starting at 10:30PM – 2AM with Shuv. Shuv’s DJing and production style is smooth and agile\, shifting through rhythms and tempos from 130 to 180 BPM. His sets blend bass-driven tracks with experimental sounds that keep the crowd guessing and moving. \n\n\n\n♄Take up space and dance it out\, and then take a break in the Ballroom and shop some vintage! \n\n\n\n♄Midnight drag set on the dancefloor in case you missed the early show \n\n\n\nVINTAGE SHOPS // \n\n\n\nIn the Ballroom\, local vintage vendors will be selling vintage finds all night. Feel free to shop during intermission or anytime during the after party. Featuring: \n\n\n\n♄Last Unicorn Vintage \n\n\n\n♄3CutiesThrift \n\n\n\n♄TRiBE CO \n\n\n\nWe are very excited to debut this night with our newest partner venue\, FONO! We love what they are doing for the city’s nightlife scene and can’t wait to drag it up with a Glittershaker night! \n\n\n\nDresscode: Come in vintage and/or vinyl! We invite you to match the vintage-themed music/ all-vinyl dj set with your fav vintage finds and vinyl looks. This can include fashion from the 60s/70s/80s/90s and/or vinyl\, patent leather\, wet look\, latex\, shiny shoes or makeup looks! \n\n\n\nAccessibility Info\n\n\n\n\nWheelchair accessible\n\n\n\nFlashing lights warning\n\n\n\nMusic will be LOUD. Feel free to ask our team for ear plugs at the door!\n\n\n\n\n19 + Physical ID required. No refunds. URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/vintage-n-vinyl-drag-show-vintage-shop-afterparty-at-fono/ LOCATION:FONO HiFi Lounge\, 473 Bronson Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 6J9\, Canada CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife,Ottawa,Parties ORGANIZER;CN="Glittershaker Events":MAILTO:heybabe@glittershakerevents.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260731T220000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260801T023000 DTSTAMP:20260708T215906Z CREATED:20260708T215902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T215906Z UID:10005370-1785535200-1785551400@maxottawa.ca SUMMARY:Club Mustang: DEBAUCHERY DESCRIPTION:club mustang returns to ANNX (upstairs at gridworks) for a night of booty bounce\, debauchery and anything and everything in between \n\n\n\nLineup\n\n\n\n\nesme2k  \n\n\n\n0i00i0ii \n\n\n\nsweet morgane \n\n\n\nhibo lagerfeld \n\n\n\nspexialkay \n\n\n\nch1oehaze URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/club-mustang-debauchery/ LOCATION:The Annx\, 221 Rideau St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 8X3\, Canada CATEGORIES:Nightlife,Ottawa,Parties END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR