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SUMMARY:ACO: World AIDS Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us on December 1st near the Centennial Flame at Parliament Hill as the AIDS Committee of Ottawa commemorate World AIDS Day. \n\n\n\n🕙 10–11 AM (near the Centennial Flame at Parliament Hill)Red Scarves DistributionIndigenous Opening CeremonySpecial Guest SpeakersRed Ribbon Flag Raising Ceremony \n\n\n\n🕛 12–2 PM (National Arts Centre | 1 Elgin Street)Reception & LunchIndigenous Opening CeremonyAIDS Quilt CeremonyCommunity FairPerformances by Local Artists \n\n\n\nLet’s come together to honour lives\, raise awareness\, and strengthen community. \n\n\n\n🙏 A huge thank you to ViiV Healthcare and Gilead for sponsoring this important event! \n\n\n\n📍 Details & Contact: Khaled Salam | (613) 238-5014 ext. 234 | khaled@aco-cso.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/aco-world-aids-day/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Nationally recognized dates,Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251201T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251201T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052341
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SUMMARY:Day With(out) Art
DESCRIPTION:📅 Opening Talk & Screening: Monday\, December 1st\, 2025⁠ | 6 – 8 PM⁠📅Looping Screening: December 2 – 4\, 2025⁠ | 10 AM – 5 PM⁠📍 DARC’s Microcinema | 67 Nicholas St⁠ \n\n\n\nDARC and @qu.art.ottawa are proud to partner with @visual_aids for Day With(out) Art 2025 by presenting Meet Us Where We’re At\, a program of six videos that forefront the experiences of drug users and harm reduction practices as they intersect with the ongoing HIV crisis. ⁠⁠The program features new work by Camilo Tapia Flores\, Camila Flores-Fernández\, Hoàng Thái Anh\, Kenneth Idongesit Usoro\, José Luis Cortés\, and Gustavo Vinagre & Vinicius Couto.⁠⁠A day of mourning and action that uses art to respond to the ongoing HIV and AIDS crisis\, Day With(out) Art encourages museums\, universities\, and art institutions to present related programming on or around December 1\, World AIDS Day. Because AIDS is not over!⁠ \n\n\n\nCommissioned videos by artists in Puerto Rico\, Brazil\, Nigeria\, Germany\, and Vietnam journey across a range of spaces\, revealing the complexity of drug use. Several videos document the visible world of drugs—a harm reduction program in a Berlin park\, a night out during Rio’s Carnival—while others reveal private\, often hidden spaces where safety is found: bedrooms\, underground clinics\, and moments of connection between lovers. \n\n\n\nMeet Us Where We’re At speaks not only to the variety of physical locations where contemporary harm reduction is practiced\, but also to a broader shift: centering drug users as authors of their own experiences. Rooted in the philosophy of meeting people at their personal reality without judgment\, the program affirms the full context of drug use—its pleasures\, its risks\, and its role in how people survive\, care\, and connect. \n\n\n\nHarm reduction has long been central to the AIDS movement through practices like needle exchange and safe injection sites\, and people who use drugs have been affected by HIV since the earliest days of the epidemic. This program brings their perspectives to the forefront\, amplifying the voices of drug users as storytellers\, cultural producers\, and essential participants in the global response to HIV. \n\n\n\nAs this is a program centering harm reduction\, it will contain depictions of sexual activity and drug use. \n\n\n\nVisual AIDS is a New York-based non-profit that utilizes art to fight AIDS by provoking dialogue\, supporting HIV+ artists\, and preserving a legacy\, because AIDS is not over. \n\n\n\nKeynote Speaker Ahmed Muslimani \n\n\n\nAhmed Muslimani is a community health leader\, actor\, and advocate whose work brings together harm reduction\, HIV and sexual health\, and newcomer support. As Director of Community Programs at MAX Ottawa\, they support initiatives that strengthen access to culturally responsive care for queer\, trans\, and non-binary communities across Ottawa. Ahmed has worked closely with LGBTQ+ refugees and newcomers\, supporting them as they navigate settlement\, safety\, and the early stages of community-building. Their background as a performer shapes their belief in storytelling as a practice that builds connection and helps people make sense of their experiences. Ahmed also serves on the Board of Directors of the Ontario HIV Treatment Network. They are committed to approaches rooted in dignity\, lived experience\, and the everyday ways people care for one another. \n\n\n\nSpecial thanks to MAX Ottawa for their support!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/day-without-art/2025-12-01/
LOCATION:DARC Microcinema\, 67 Nicholas St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Art,Film,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="Qu'ART":MAILTO:queerart2019@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251202T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251204T170000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052341
CREATED:20251126T190551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T190727Z
UID:10003774-1764669600-1764867600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Day With(out) Art
DESCRIPTION:📅 Opening Talk & Screening: Monday\, December 1st\, 2025⁠ | 6 – 8 PM⁠📅Looping Screening: December 2 – 4\, 2025⁠ | 10 AM – 5 PM⁠📍 DARC’s Microcinema | 67 Nicholas St⁠ \n\n\n\nDARC and @qu.art.ottawa are proud to partner with @visual_aids for Day With(out) Art 2025 by presenting Meet Us Where We’re At\, a program of six videos that forefront the experiences of drug users and harm reduction practices as they intersect with the ongoing HIV crisis. ⁠⁠The program features new work by Camilo Tapia Flores\, Camila Flores-Fernández\, Hoàng Thái Anh\, Kenneth Idongesit Usoro\, José Luis Cortés\, and Gustavo Vinagre & Vinicius Couto.⁠⁠A day of mourning and action that uses art to respond to the ongoing HIV and AIDS crisis\, Day With(out) Art encourages museums\, universities\, and art institutions to present related programming on or around December 1\, World AIDS Day. Because AIDS is not over!⁠ \n\n\n\nCommissioned videos by artists in Puerto Rico\, Brazil\, Nigeria\, Germany\, and Vietnam journey across a range of spaces\, revealing the complexity of drug use. Several videos document the visible world of drugs—a harm reduction program in a Berlin park\, a night out during Rio’s Carnival—while others reveal private\, often hidden spaces where safety is found: bedrooms\, underground clinics\, and moments of connection between lovers. \n\n\n\nMeet Us Where We’re At speaks not only to the variety of physical locations where contemporary harm reduction is practiced\, but also to a broader shift: centering drug users as authors of their own experiences. Rooted in the philosophy of meeting people at their personal reality without judgment\, the program affirms the full context of drug use—its pleasures\, its risks\, and its role in how people survive\, care\, and connect. \n\n\n\nHarm reduction has long been central to the AIDS movement through practices like needle exchange and safe injection sites\, and people who use drugs have been affected by HIV since the earliest days of the epidemic. This program brings their perspectives to the forefront\, amplifying the voices of drug users as storytellers\, cultural producers\, and essential participants in the global response to HIV. \n\n\n\nAs this is a program centering harm reduction\, it will contain depictions of sexual activity and drug use. \n\n\n\nVisual AIDS is a New York-based non-profit that utilizes art to fight AIDS by provoking dialogue\, supporting HIV+ artists\, and preserving a legacy\, because AIDS is not over. \n\n\n\nKeynote Speaker Ahmed Muslimani \n\n\n\nAhmed Muslimani is a community health leader\, actor\, and advocate whose work brings together harm reduction\, HIV and sexual health\, and newcomer support. As Director of Community Programs at MAX Ottawa\, they support initiatives that strengthen access to culturally responsive care for queer\, trans\, and non-binary communities across Ottawa. Ahmed has worked closely with LGBTQ+ refugees and newcomers\, supporting them as they navigate settlement\, safety\, and the early stages of community-building. Their background as a performer shapes their belief in storytelling as a practice that builds connection and helps people make sense of their experiences. Ahmed also serves on the Board of Directors of the Ontario HIV Treatment Network. They are committed to approaches rooted in dignity\, lived experience\, and the everyday ways people care for one another. \n\n\n\nSpecial thanks to MAX Ottawa for their support!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/day-without-art/2025-12-02/
LOCATION:DARC Microcinema\, 67 Nicholas St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Art,Film,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="Qu'ART":MAILTO:queerart2019@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251203T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251203T113000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052341
CREATED:20250905T155016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T214244Z
UID:10003514-1764756000-1764761400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Rainbow Coffee Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us monthly on the first Wednesday\, 10:00 – 11:30 AM at The Good Companions for coffee\, tea\, treats\, and great company. Most meetings feature guest speakers on engaging topics.  \n\n\n\nContact Sarah at srea@thegoodcompanions.ca for details.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/rainbow-coffee-club/2025-12-03/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 6L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251203T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251203T230000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052341
CREATED:20251124T171952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T171958Z
UID:10003759-1764792000-1764802800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Pinball Women Ottawa Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Pinball Women Ottawa (PWO) is a group in the Ottawa area for women\, non-binary\, and gender diverse individuals of all skill levels and ages that provides a supportive and inclusive environment to play and learn about pinball.  \n\n\n\nPWO’s monthly tournaments are on the **1st Wednesday each month at LOWERTOWN BREWERY** in the Byward Market.  \n\n\n\nWhen: Doors at 7pm // Tournament starts at 8pm.  \n\n\n\nFormat: 3 Strikes Knockout. Group size TBD!  \n\n\n\nAdditional information:  \n\n\n\n\nPWO has a new “pay it forward” initiative\, that folks are welcome to access and/or contribute to. \n\n\n\nMost of the machines at Lowertown are on the ground level. A few are downstairs. Please inform a TD if you need to stick to the ground floor. \n\n\n\nLowertown has one gender neutral & accessible washroom on the ground floor. The door must be opened manually (no automatic door). \n\n\n\nWhen in the lower level room\, feel free to close the sliding door to avoid disruptions from curious patrons. The lower level is not as closely monitored by bar staff as the ground floor.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/pinball-women-ottawa-tournament/2025-12-03/
LOCATION:Lowertown Brewery\, 73 York St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 5T2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251204T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251204T201000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052341
CREATED:20250602T193247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T193339Z
UID:10002876-1764874800-1764879000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Gay Men In Recovery
DESCRIPTION:A weekly hybrid narcotics anonymous group for gay men.  \n\n\n\nTo access the Zoom link\, click the link below\, select Thursday\, and scroll down to “Gay Men In Recovery.” To enter the building\, ring the intercom doorbell on the left side of the main doors if they are locked and a member will let you in. \n\n\n\nMeeting formats and accessibility: \n\n\n\n\nThis meeting is closed to non-addicts. You should attend only if you believe that you may have a problem with substance abuse.\n\n\n\nThis meeting invites participation by all attendees.\n\n\n\nThis meeting is focused on the needs of gay\, lesbian and transgender members of NA.\n\n\n\nThis meeting is meant to be attended by men only.\n\n\n\nThis meeting is wheelchair accessible.\n\n\n\nMeetings virtually and in person.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/gay-men-in-recovery/2025-12-04/
LOCATION:MAX Ottawa\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Service
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251206T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251206T193000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052341
CREATED:20251001T022958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T023009Z
UID:10003545-1765042200-1765049400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Poetry Night
DESCRIPTION:An informal evening of poetry reading and discussion. No mic\, no stage! Share poems you have discovered or ones you have written in a casual atmosphere of poetry appreciation. Meeting on the first Saturday of the month at 5:30.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/poetry-night-2/2025-12-06/
LOCATION:Ottawa Trans Library\, 1104 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y3C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251206T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251207T010000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052341
CREATED:20251126T183018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T183026Z
UID:10003771-1765056600-1765069200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Night of Lights: HOHOHO Competition
DESCRIPTION:🎅✨ The HOHOHO Competition Returns! @nightoflightsottawaGet ready for a night of camp\, comedy\, and Christmas chaos as our competitors sleigh the stage in this year’s HOHOHO Drag Competition! ❄️💋 \n\n\n\nHosted by the one and only @mr.benjamindover \, with judges @monamooreuse and @mx.tique \, this winter wonderland showdown will have you jingling all the way! 💃🏼💫DJ: @funfettidragVideo: @photographsbyac \n\n\n\n❄️⛄️ 📅 Saturday\, December 6th🕤 Doors: 9:30 | Show: 10:00PM💸 $15 at the door📍 Swizzles Bar and Grill \n\n\n\nWinner receives a crown\, sash\, and $300 cash provided by @mr.benjamindover. \n\n\n\nWho will be the newest HOHOHO Winner? Well you have to come\, watch and be the first to know. Did I mention that there will be a one night only drink specials? Dirty Santa is back $6 for a single shot $12 for a double and 4 for $20 Polar Shot deal. \n\n\n\n@mx.autumnrayne@kingbrattpitt@dr.t.munee@king.hongdong@kushy.tushy.burlesque@its.pinup.polly@tcupdrag@trixieroselee@whiskeytheestallion \n\n\n\nSo grab your mistletoe\, sip your cocoa\, and come watch the holiday magic unfold — one high heel at a time! 💖
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/night-of-lights-hohoho-competition/
LOCATION:Swizzles\, 246 Queen Street\,\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1P 5E4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife,Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251207T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251207T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052341
CREATED:20251122T005458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T000009Z
UID:10003638-1765123200-1765137600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Gay Bar 1985
DESCRIPTION:Low lights\, hot looks\, and retro porn—all for a cause. \n\n\n\nJoin MAX at Gay Bar 1985: a sexy afternoon at the Annx\, where porn is on the wall and throwback beats have a modern tempo. Come together with friends\, lovers\, and strangers to celebrate sexual identity and queer art.  \n\n\n\nFun\, frisky\, and unapologetically bold\, our stock of sex toys\, queer art\, and vintage porn will be up for silent auction to spice things up ahead of the holidays.  \n\n\n\nAll proceeds go to support MAX’s queer health and support services thriving year-round. \n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\n\nFull staffed bar & Light snacks \n\n\n\nMusic by DJ Dwayne Minard\n\n\n\nLocation: The Annx\, 221 Rideau Street\, Ottawa (above GRIDWRKS)
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/gaybar1985/
LOCATION:The Annx\, 221 Rideau St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 8X3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:MAX Programs,Ottawa,Sex positive,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251209T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251209T140000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052341
CREATED:20251001T175912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T175922Z
UID:10003566-1765285200-1765288800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Creative Writing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Write the story only you can tell. Join a supportive writing group designed to help you find the words for the life stories you haven’t found a way to tell. Facilitated by Jeremiah Bartram\, who has extensive training and experience as a writer and playwright. Inspired by the Writers’ Collective of Canada’s proven methodology. We will blend warm -up exercises\, creative prompts\, and reflective group discussion to get the writing flowing. This is not a therapy group – but personal wiring is powerful. The goal here is craft\, clarity\, and courage. Rough rafts are expected and welcome.  \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect:  \n\n\n\n\nSmall group setting (Max. 10 participants) \n\n\n\nWarm-up writing and group intros \n\n\n\nRound table sharing tell the story you want to write \n\n\n\nSupportive feedback; what resonates\, what needs clarity \n\n\n\nChoose your prompt and write for 10 minutes \n\n\n\nOptional sharing and group reflection \n\n\n\n\nEvery voice matters\, every draft is a beginning  \n\n\n\nNo experience required – just the willingness to begin  \n\n\n\nThe group will meet biweekly\, max. duration is two hours\, break included  \n\n\n\nRegister with our 2SLGBTQIA+ Program Coordinator Sarah Rea: srea@thegoodcompanions.ca  \n\n\n\nJeremiah Bartram: Queer Catholic Artist & Writer https://www.jeremiahbartram.com/
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/creative-writing-workshop/2025-12-09/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 6L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Ottawa,Regular programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251211T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251211T201000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052341
CREATED:20250602T193247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T193339Z
UID:10002877-1765479600-1765483800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Gay Men In Recovery
DESCRIPTION:A weekly hybrid narcotics anonymous group for gay men.  \n\n\n\nTo access the Zoom link\, click the link below\, select Thursday\, and scroll down to “Gay Men In Recovery.” To enter the building\, ring the intercom doorbell on the left side of the main doors if they are locked and a member will let you in. \n\n\n\nMeeting formats and accessibility: \n\n\n\n\nThis meeting is closed to non-addicts. You should attend only if you believe that you may have a problem with substance abuse.\n\n\n\nThis meeting invites participation by all attendees.\n\n\n\nThis meeting is focused on the needs of gay\, lesbian and transgender members of NA.\n\n\n\nThis meeting is meant to be attended by men only.\n\n\n\nThis meeting is wheelchair accessible.\n\n\n\nMeetings virtually and in person.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/gay-men-in-recovery/2025-12-11/
LOCATION:MAX Ottawa\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Service
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251212T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251212T203000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052341
CREATED:20251129T012304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T012455Z
UID:10003777-1765564200-1765571400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Confidence Is Key - Ballroom Workshop Series: Winter Edition
DESCRIPTION:MAX Ottawa is proud to present the Winter Edition of Confidence Is Key – Ballroom Workshop Series (Vol. 3)\, featuring legends from the Toronto Kiki Ballroom scene. Our Friday and Sunday workshops are in partnership with the City of Ottawa and Kiki House of Siriano. \n\n\n\n✨ Event Notes \n\n\n\n\nAll workshops are FREE\n\n\n\nVenues are wheelchair accessible\n\n\n\nHosted primarily in English\n\n\n\nLight refreshments provided (water/snacks)\n\n\n\nPlease wear comfortable clothing for movement\n\n\n\nFilming will take place at specific moments — let a volunteer know if you prefer not to be filmed\n\n\n\nPlease RSVP to the workshops you’d like through the form linked below\n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Antonio: a.wilson@maxottawa.ca\n\n\n\n\nThis season’s workshop lineup\n\n\n\nFriday\, December 12 – 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM 💫 Runway (All American) with Prince Sayeed Telfar 📍 McNabb Recreation Centre – 180 Percy Street\, Ottawa\, ON \n\n\n\nSaturday\, December 13 – 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM ✨ Runway (European) with Legendary Pleasure Juicy Couture 📍 Arts Court Courtroom – 2 Daly Avenue\, Ottawa\, ON \n\n\n\nSaturday\, December 13 – 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM 🔥 Sex Siren with Legendary Godmother Juju Louboutin 📍 Arts Court Courtroom – 2 Daly Avenue\, Ottawa\, ON \n\n\n\nSunday\, December 14 – 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM 🎤 Commentator + DJ with Legendary Charmed Mulan & Legendary Bam Bam Siriano 📍 McNabb Recreation Centre – 180 Percy Street\, Ottawa\, ON
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/confidence-is-key-ballroom-workshop-series-winter-edition/2025-12-12/
LOCATION:McNabb Community Centre\, 180 Percy St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 5P4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Art,MAX Programs,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251212T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251213T020000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052341
CREATED:20251126T183821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T183826Z
UID:10003772-1765573200-1765591200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queen & Queer
DESCRIPTION:Queens of Ottawa! 😍 \n\n\n\nGuess who’s back? Your favorite lesboqueer dance party returns\, and we couldn’t be more excited to see you again!  \n\n\n\nEdition after edition\, Ottawa has truly become our second home\, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you once more. \n\n\n\nAnd this one’s extra special: \n\n\n\nA venue we’ve never been to before | Our 4th Ottawa edition | Our last party of the year | And… our 4th anniversary! 🥳🥳 \n\n\n\nWhat an honor to celebrate this milestone with you all! 🤩 \n\n\n\n📅December 12  \n\n\n\n📍SAW Club \n\n\n\nGet ready for a night dedicated to the lesboqueer community\, with the best crowd in the city and our amazing allies. \n\n\n\nFor our anniversary\, we’re switching things up! Expect your signature house and afro grooves\, with a twist of pop\, latin\, and Caribbean energy. \n\n\n\n🎧DJ Sam (OTT/MTL) \n\n\n\n🎧 DJ Karyen (OTT) \n\n\n\n🎧 DJ Zabella (OTT) \n\n\n\nPlus: hot performers all night long! \n\n\n\n🌈 WHO WE ARE \n\n\n\nQUEEN & QUEER isn’t just a Montréal-based group\, we’re a queer travelling collective creating events across cities to connect\, uplift\, and celebrate queerness wherever it thrives. Ottawa has truly become a second home for us. We’re not a big production\, just two passionate souls\, Sam & Maryline\, working with zero public funding to create safe\, festive\, and inclusive spaces for the lesboqueer community. (And fun fact: one of us actually spends half their time in Ottawa\, so yes\, we really do feel at home here ) \n\n\n\n🌈 OUR MISSION \n\n\n\nBeyond creating safe and festive spaces for the lesboqueer community and allies\, our mission is to highlight and uplift female and gender-diverse artists\, from DJs to dancers and circus performers. \n\n\n\n🌈 MUSIC IS THE ANSWER \n\n\n\nQUEEN & QUEER events are safe spaces that prioritize LGBTQ2SIA+ women\, non-binary\, and trans folks while warmly welcoming allies. We have zero tolerance for discrimination of any kind: no homophobia\, sexism\, transphobia\, racism\, or harassment. Our parties celebrate diversity\, inclusion\, and joy whether you’re 20 or 60\, no matter your background\, you’ll always have a place on our dance floor.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queen-queer-2/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Ottawa,Parties
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251213T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251213T143000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052341
CREATED:20250715T173735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T161107Z
UID:10004723-1765618200-1765636200@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.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/out-and-about-saturdays/2025-12-13/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert Street
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251213T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251213T160000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052341
CREATED:20251129T012308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T012319Z
UID:10003779-1765627200-1765641600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Confidence Is Key - Ballroom Workshop Series: Winter Edition
DESCRIPTION:MAX Ottawa is proud to present the Winter Edition of Confidence Is Key – Ballroom Workshop Series (Vol. 3)\, featuring Legends from the Toronto Kiki Ballroom scene. Our Saturday workshops are in partnership with Debaser for Pique\, as well as the City of Ottawa and Kiki House of Siriano. \n\n\n\n✨ Event Notes \n\n\n\n\nAll workshops are FREE\n\n\n\nVenues are wheelchair accessible\n\n\n\nHosted primarily in English\n\n\n\nLight refreshments provided (water/snacks)\n\n\n\nPlease wear comfortable clothing for movement\n\n\n\nFilming will take place at specific moments — let a volunteer know if you prefer not to be filmed\n\n\n\nPlease RSVP to the workshops you’d like through the form linked below\n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Antonio: a.wilson@maxottawa.ca\n\n\n\n\nThis season’s workshop lineup\n\n\n\nFriday\, December 12 – 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM 💫 Runway (All American) with Prince Sayeed Telfar 📍 McNabb Recreation Centre – 180 Percy Street\, Ottawa\, ON \n\n\n\nSaturday\, December 13 – 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM ✨ Runway (European) with Legendary Pleasure Juicy Couture 📍 Arts Court Courtroom – 2 Daly Avenue\, Ottawa\, ON \n\n\n\nSaturday\, December 13 – 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM 🔥 Sex Siren with Legendary Godmother Juju Louboutin 📍 Arts Court Courtroom – 2 Daly Avenue\, Ottawa\, ON \n\n\n\nSunday\, December 14 – 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM 🎤 Commentator + DJ with Legendary Charmed Mulan & Leg
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/confidence-is-key-ballroom-workshop-series-winter-edition-2/
LOCATION:Arts Court\, 2 Daly Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 6E2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Art,MAX Programs,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251213T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251214T020000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052341
CREATED:20251112T215418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T215423Z
UID:10003617-1765648800-1765677600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Pique
DESCRIPTION:Not your average holiday-season party\, Pique winter edition returns to Arts Court on December 13\, 2025 with a unique and eclectic program celebrating underground music\, forward-thinking art and bold performance. Designed for discovery\, community connection and radical self-expression\, Pique brings together some of the boldest ground-breaking artists from across Canada to experiment and engage with the local artistic community.  \n\n\n\nThis season\, Pique features emergent innovators in the fields of pop-avant garde\, ambient-electronic\, contemporary installation\, afro-rap\, and more. They include genre-fluid electronic producer Korea Town Acid\, ethereal club angel Monsieurmadam\, electrifying R&B/noise artist Quinton Barnes\, Afrobeats scene stealer Banggz\, global south sound selector TRINIDADDY\, fractal ambient brainfeeder 16:9 ratio\, cyborgian new media artist Ajeebsir\, anti-disciplinary installation collaborative Sabrina Ferrari & Evalyn Shields\, and eclectic songwriter Sandour.  \n\n\n\nPlus\, back by popular demand\, Pique will host the Queertopia kiki ball presented by Legendary Mother Maldita and Yéila Siriano\, welcoming legends and leaders from ballroom scenes across Canada to not only host a ball\, but also mentor emerging ballroom artists through skill-building workshops presented by MAX Ottawa. Community members can sign up to walk the ball here. More information about workshops coming soon.  \n\n\n\nTickets to Pique are pay-what-you-can (PWYC)\, with sliding-scale and subsidized options available. Our PWYC ticket keeps the festival open to everyone while inviting those who can pay more to help cover the cost for others. Every contribution above the minimum goes directly toward fair artist pay\, inclusive programming\, and supporting independent culture in Ottawa.  \n\n\n\nFeaturing performances\, exhibitions and interactive presentations by 20 participating artists\, Pique winter edition is not to be missed  \n\n\n\nACCESSIBILITY  \n\n\n\nAs always\, Pique is all ages and pay-what-you-can. The event site is accessible\, and our detailed accessibility policy and event information are available on our accessibility page.  \n\n\n\nThe EQUIPE harm reduction team will be on-site to support audience members and hand out free supplies thanks to our partners at MAX Ottawa. Pique staff and volunteers are trained in bystander intervention and harm reduction strategies to support audience members throughout the event.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/pique-4/
LOCATION:Arts Court\, 2 Daly Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 6E2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Live music,Nightlife,Ottawa,Parties
ORGANIZER;CN="Debaser":MAILTO:hello@debaser.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251214T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251214T140000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052341
CREATED:20251129T012304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T012455Z
UID:10003778-1765713600-1765720800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Confidence Is Key - Ballroom Workshop Series: Winter Edition
DESCRIPTION:MAX Ottawa is proud to present the Winter Edition of Confidence Is Key – Ballroom Workshop Series (Vol. 3)\, featuring legends from the Toronto Kiki Ballroom scene. Our Friday and Sunday workshops are in partnership with the City of Ottawa and Kiki House of Siriano. \n\n\n\n✨ Event Notes \n\n\n\n\nAll workshops are FREE\n\n\n\nVenues are wheelchair accessible\n\n\n\nHosted primarily in English\n\n\n\nLight refreshments provided (water/snacks)\n\n\n\nPlease wear comfortable clothing for movement\n\n\n\nFilming will take place at specific moments — let a volunteer know if you prefer not to be filmed\n\n\n\nPlease RSVP to the workshops you’d like through the form linked below\n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Antonio: a.wilson@maxottawa.ca\n\n\n\n\nThis season’s workshop lineup\n\n\n\nFriday\, December 12 – 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM 💫 Runway (All American) with Prince Sayeed Telfar 📍 McNabb Recreation Centre – 180 Percy Street\, Ottawa\, ON \n\n\n\nSaturday\, December 13 – 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM ✨ Runway (European) with Legendary Pleasure Juicy Couture 📍 Arts Court Courtroom – 2 Daly Avenue\, Ottawa\, ON \n\n\n\nSaturday\, December 13 – 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM 🔥 Sex Siren with Legendary Godmother Juju Louboutin 📍 Arts Court Courtroom – 2 Daly Avenue\, Ottawa\, ON \n\n\n\nSunday\, December 14 – 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM 🎤 Commentator + DJ with Legendary Charmed Mulan & Legendary Bam Bam Siriano 📍 McNabb Recreation Centre – 180 Percy Street\, Ottawa\, ON
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/confidence-is-key-ballroom-workshop-series-winter-edition/2025-12-14/
LOCATION:McNabb Community Centre\, 180 Percy St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 5P4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Art,MAX Programs,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251217T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251217T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052341
CREATED:20251128T232404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T232415Z
UID:10003775-1765990800-1766001600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Holiday CRAFTernoon
DESCRIPTION:MAX’s holiday CRAFTernoon is back! Join us for a festive evening preparing care packages for the community and crafting away. \n\n\n\nWe’ll have some craft supplies to get you started on your creative path\, but we recommend bringing some items of your own:  \n\n\n\nWhat we’ll have: \n\n\n\n\n🎁Paper \n\n\n\n🎁Glue \n\n\n\n🎁Beads \n\n\n\n🎁Paint \n\n\n\n\nWhat we recommend bringing: \n\n\n\n\n🎨An ornament \n\n\n\n🎨Stickers \n\n\n\n🎨Fabric \n\n\n\n🎨Yarn  \n\n\n\n\nA few festive crafting ideas to spark some inspiration include: an ornament\, a decoration\, holiday cards\, and knitted or crocheted items to keep you or a friend warm. \n\n\n\nWe’ll also have snacks and hot chocolate ☕ to keep you fueled and a cheesy Hallmark movie playing in the background to set the holiday mood. \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP below to let us know you’re coming! \n\n\n\nMAX Ottawa is an accessible venue with elevators and wheelchair accessible\, gender neutral washrooms.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/holiday-crafternoon/
LOCATION:MAX Ottawa\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,MAX Programs,Ottawa,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251218T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251218T201000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052341
CREATED:20250602T193247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T193339Z
UID:10002878-1766084400-1766088600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Gay Men In Recovery
DESCRIPTION:A weekly hybrid narcotics anonymous group for gay men.  \n\n\n\nTo access the Zoom link\, click the link below\, select Thursday\, and scroll down to “Gay Men In Recovery.” To enter the building\, ring the intercom doorbell on the left side of the main doors if they are locked and a member will let you in. \n\n\n\nMeeting formats and accessibility: \n\n\n\n\nThis meeting is closed to non-addicts. You should attend only if you believe that you may have a problem with substance abuse.\n\n\n\nThis meeting invites participation by all attendees.\n\n\n\nThis meeting is focused on the needs of gay\, lesbian and transgender members of NA.\n\n\n\nThis meeting is meant to be attended by men only.\n\n\n\nThis meeting is wheelchair accessible.\n\n\n\nMeetings virtually and in person.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/gay-men-in-recovery/2025-12-18/
LOCATION:MAX Ottawa\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Service
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251218T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251218T220000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052341
CREATED:20251218T193404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T193438Z
UID:10003781-1766088000-1766095200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Mööse Knuckle Boylesque
DESCRIPTION:Ottawa’s boylesque cabaret show returns with more titillation and hilarity to mark the festive season. This queer-produced show featuring queer performers is open to everyone. An all-inclusive gender washroom is available. We regret that the venue is not wheelchair accessible. This is a 19+ event.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/moose-knuckle-boylesque/
LOCATION:LIVE! on Elgin\, 220 Elgin St #2\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 1L7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="Tricky Ricky Productions & Collaborations":MAILTO:bytowneboys@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251219T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251219T210000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052341
CREATED:20251129T000101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T190331Z
UID:10003776-1766167200-1766178000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Jingle & Mingle
DESCRIPTION:🎁 Thinking about what to do this holiday season? Come celebrate with MAX at our Jingle & Mingle\, festive end-of-year gathering. \n\n\n\nWe’ll have games\, music\, delicious food\, and exciting activities like: \n\n\n\n\n🔔Most Festive Outfit Contest \n\n\n\n🔔Holiday Photo Booth \n\n\n\n🔔MAX Trivia \n\n\n\n\nCome meet new people\, celebrate community\, and wrap up the year with laughter and warmth! \n\n\n\nRSVP below to let us know you’re coming:
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/jingle-mingle/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 6L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:MAX Programs,Ottawa,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251219T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251219T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052341
CREATED:20251218T195051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T195205Z
UID:10003783-1766169000-1766174400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Holiday Lights Walk
DESCRIPTION:Last event of 2025! Join us for a gentle pace stroll through the glebe to gawk at some lights\, yap with a cutie\, and be your queer-est self before the holidays! \n\n\n\n🎄 Meet at the big ol’ tree at Lansdowne at 6:30-7PM and join us for a walk (about 2km)\, bundle up! Kids and dogs welcome! Walk will loop back to Lansdowne. \n\n\n\n☕️ Bring your own thermos for some dairy-free hot chocolate \n\n\n\n❄️ We don’t have time/capacity for a bad weather date so we will run the event in all kinds of weather and only cancel if it’s truly dismal/unsafe out \n\n\n\n⚠️ Accessability: Outdoor event\, masks welcome\, please stay home if you are sick/recently exposed\, walk is about 2km long on residential sidewalks\, we will move at a very slow pace to enjoy the company and make sure everyone is together! Route will be posted 3-5 days beforehand.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/holiday-lights-walk/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Ottawa,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251219T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251220T020000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052341
CREATED:20251218T200053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T200104Z
UID:10003784-1766178000-1766196000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Fortress for Palestine
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the first ever fortress fundraiser\, with 100 % of profits going to The Sameer Project \n\n\n\nFrom 10 to 2: \n\n\n\n\n\nbeastbunny\n\n\n\nbitrate\n\n\n\nfiamma\n\n\n\ntanner castro\n\n\n\ny3kuzey\n\n\n\n\n\n3 open decks slots available from 9 – 10 \n\n\n\n~ THIS IS NO ORDINARY FORTRESS ~ \n\n\n\nWe will be providing activities for your enjoyment and stimulation\, including but by no means limited to: \n\n\n\n\nsecret gifts in exchange for donations\n\n\n\nholiday card making + crafts\n\n\n\nraffle\n\n\n\n\n!!! We are also sooo excited to announce the return of fortress merch\, and u will even have opportunities to win some !!! \n\n\n\nYou may also choose to donate $2 or $5 directly to the fundraiser when purchasing your ticket online <3 but there will be many more opportunities to donate! 😀 \n\n\n\n19+
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/fortress-for-palestine/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Nightlife,Ottawa,Parties
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251220T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251220T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052341
CREATED:20251029T182120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T182251Z
UID:10003592-1766250000-1766260800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Magic the Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Join the Ottawa Trans Library community for an evening of Magic: The Gathering Commander! This is a laid-back\, cozy space for players to relax\, play\, and connect. Whether your experienced or still learning the ropes\, bring your own deck and enjoy some fun\, casual games in a welcoming community atmosphere.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/magic-the-gathering/2025-12-20/
LOCATION:Ottawa Trans Library\, 1104 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y3C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251220T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251220T220000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052341
CREATED:20251218T201042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T201048Z
UID:10003785-1766257200-1766268000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Santa is Here
DESCRIPTION:This year’s Secret Santa pairs CORAS clients with women from the community in a warm\, supportive space meant to encourage connection\, reintegration\, and the simple joy of sharing our lives with one another–especially over the holidays\, which can be isolating for many.  \n\n\n\nThe Secret Santa is full\, but spots remain for folks interested in coming to the event! \n\n\n\nSpecial performance from Koston Kreme \n\n\n\nVenue shared after registration (through the link below)
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/santa-is-here/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Drag & Burlesque,Ottawa,Parties,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="CORA'S":MAILTO:admin@sswork.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251221T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251221T160000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052341
CREATED:20251218T203203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T203228Z
UID:10003786-1766325600-1766332800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queer Holiday Dinner Party
DESCRIPTION:📍 18 Louisa Street\, Suite #280\, Ottawa(Outside & Inside — dress warmly!) \n\n\n\n🍴 Chef Ric’s Food Truck will be onsite donating 200 holiday meals — come early! Turkey with mashed potato and gravy\, carrots\, stuffing and cranberry sauce! Limited vegetarian options will also be available! \n\n\n\nWE LOVE CHEF RIC!!! \n\n\n\n🍰 Dessert lovingly donated by @bstaubi \n\n\n\n🪑 Adrienne & The Grove Studio are creating a cozy space for community dining — room for 40 guests at a time\, rotating between 2-4 pm. \n\n\n\n🥡 Prefer take-out? Grab your meal and bring the cheer home! \n\n\n\n☕ Free Hot Apple Cider upstairs in Suite 280. Donated by Queer legend @nady999 \n\n\n\nThe incredible Dj Powrhaus 🙌 😍 \n\n\n\n🎅 Bring the kids! \n\n\n\nSanta (Elaina) & Mrs. Claus (Pompon Minoune) will be present for photos and festive fun while talented DJ Powrhaus spins your favourite holiday tracks! 🎶 \n\n\n\n😷 Masking required when not eating. \n\n\n\n💖 Donations accepted onsite for the 2026 Ottawa Dyke March. \n\n\n\nBrought to you with love by@dykeseries • @chefrics • @thegrovestudio • @djpowrhaus • @pomponminoune
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queer-holiday-dinner-party/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Service,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251221T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251221T210000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052341
CREATED:20251218T210336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T210455Z
UID:10003789-1766341800-1766350800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Paint Your Holiday Pride
DESCRIPTION:Our Drag & Paint Night is back! 🎄🌈 \n\n\n\nHosted by Eden Moore featuring Ruby Foxglove:  \n\n\n\nTogether they will guarantee an evening of high-energy lip syncs\, campy performances\, charismatic hosting\, and show-stopping looks. All paired with painting the pottery of your choice! \n\n\n\nCelebrate your pride at Color Me Mine with our colourful Drag Show! Special after-hours event with performances from incredible local Drag Queens. Enjoy a night dedicated to pride\, love\, and community. All ages are welcome to attend!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/paint-your-holiday-pride/
LOCATION:Color Me Mine Merivale\, 1595 Merivale Rd #6\, Nepean\, Ontario\, K2G 3J4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Drag & Burlesque,Ottawa,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Moore":MAILTO:theedenmoore@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251222T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251222T214500
DTSTAMP:20260515T052341
CREATED:20251218T204302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T204318Z
UID:10003787-1766435400-1766439900@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Season of Light: A Solstice Concert
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Season of Light concert to celebrate the turning of the year!To welcome back the light\, Tone Cluster and Queer Cadence choirs present music of Solstice and Yule. Harmony and hope intertwine as we honour this moment of stillness with songs of reflection\, renewal\, and joy.Come warm your spirit!The concert will be approx. 75 mins (no intermission) with a light reception to follow.  \n\n\n\nThe venue is Centretown United\, which is a wheelchair accessible space and has gender neutral single stall washrooms. Seating is wooden pews; please bring a cushion if needed.  \n\n\n\nStreet parking is available throughout the neighbourhood and there are nearby bus stops.  \n\n\n\nPlease contact manager@tonecluster.ca if you have any questions.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/season-of-light-a-solstice-concert/
LOCATION:Centretown United Church\, 507 Bank St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 1Z5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="Tone Cluster":MAILTO:manager@tonecluster.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251225T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251225T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052341
CREATED:20251124T165521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T165821Z
UID:10003700-1766685600-1766692800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Ottawa Trans Library Youth Group
DESCRIPTION:Calling all 2SLGBTQIA+ youth! Are you between the ages of 14-19 and interested in connecting with other Queer youth in your community? Drop into OTL’s Youth Group to make some new friends and learn more about our community. Meetings are casual and drop in\, so you can stay for as long or as little as you would like. Expect a mix of discussion\, low stakes activities\, and free time to chat and connect. We will be meeting on the fourth Thursday of each month\, so if you can’t make this one we hope to see you in the future!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/ottawa-trans-library-youth-group-2/2025-12-25/
LOCATION:Ottawa Trans Library\, 1104 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y3C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251225T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251225T201000
DTSTAMP:20260515T052341
CREATED:20250602T193247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T193339Z
UID:10002879-1766689200-1766693400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Gay Men In Recovery
DESCRIPTION:A weekly hybrid narcotics anonymous group for gay men.  \n\n\n\nTo access the Zoom link\, click the link below\, select Thursday\, and scroll down to “Gay Men In Recovery.” To enter the building\, ring the intercom doorbell on the left side of the main doors if they are locked and a member will let you in. \n\n\n\nMeeting formats and accessibility: \n\n\n\n\nThis meeting is closed to non-addicts. You should attend only if you believe that you may have a problem with substance abuse.\n\n\n\nThis meeting invites participation by all attendees.\n\n\n\nThis meeting is focused on the needs of gay\, lesbian and transgender members of NA.\n\n\n\nThis meeting is meant to be attended by men only.\n\n\n\nThis meeting is wheelchair accessible.\n\n\n\nMeetings virtually and in person.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/gay-men-in-recovery/2025-12-25/
LOCATION:MAX Ottawa\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Service
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