Mööse Knuckle Boylesque: Halloween Show
2025-10-30 20:00 - 22:30 (America/Toronto) | LIVE! on Elgin, 220 Elgin St #2, Ottawa, Ontario, K2P 1L7, Canada
An annual queerdo spooktacular cabaret that you do not want to miss! 🧛‍♂️

Ottawa’s all-male-identified burlesque revue. Titillation and hilarity guaranteed. Since 2024.

Tricky Willy Productions, formed in early 2024, is thrilled to announce the ninth instalment of Mööse Knuckle Boylesque, Ottawa’s only all-male-identified burlesque revue, on Thursday, October 30 at LIVE! on Elgin. We promise you a fun-filled night of queer and local talent, comedy and disrobing, and men of all kinds! Doors 7 PM. Showtime 8 PM.

Karaoke Night
2025-10-30 20:00 - 23:00, 2025-11-02 20:00 - 23:00, 2025-11-06 20:00 - 23:00 | T’s, 323 Somerset Street West, Ottawa, ON, 2P 0J8, Canada
Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.

Queer of Halloween
2025-10-30 20:00 - 23:30 | The Lookout Bar, 41 York Street, 2nd Floor, Ottawa, ON, K1N 5S7, Canada
It’s the most wonderful time of the year- the Lookout’s annual Queer of Halloween competition! Join us for an exciting and frightful night of unforgettable performances, as incredible performers compete for the coveted title and a cash prize! Who will be crowned this year’s Head of Horror?

Doors at 7pm, showtime at 8pm. Guests are encouraged to arrive early to ensure preferred seating, as some tickets may be standing.

Refund requests will not be accepted within 48 hours of showtime. Performer lineup subject to change. All Lookout programming is 19+.

Frontrunners - Women's Run
2025-10-31 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-11-07 17:00 - 19:00 | Ontario
A running and walking club for 2SLGBTQ+ community and friends in the National Capital Region, meeting Tuesday nights, Friday nights, and Saturday mornings (09:00 (spring, summer, fall); 09:30 (winter; from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March)) at 111 Lisgar Street, the rear entrance of City Hall.

Runs are held:

Tuesdays at 6:30 pm, after which we go for coffee (Routes)

Saturdays at 9:00 am (9:30 am from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March inclusive), followed by breakfast (Routes)

Women’s 5km run

Fridays at 5:00 pm

This event is open to all who identify as women, female-identifying, non-binary, and Two-Spirit individuals

For more details, please email wmns@ottawafrontrunners.org

NOTICE: 2025 Gatineau runs — Saturdays, 10 May, 14 June, 12 July, 9 August, 13 September, and 11 October.

Cancellation of runs are rare, only owing to holidays and hazardous weather. When runs are cancelled, we post a notice on the site linked below and send an e-mail to members.

Homo Phono Halloween Party
2025-10-31 19:30 - 23:00 | The Grove, 18 Louisa St., Ottawa, Ontario, K1R6Y6, Canada
Costume party for 2SLGBTQIA+ folks and pals!

Dance party with @djdelpilar plus (masked) performances by @theresagrahamstudio & @official.boyvey at the Grove💥💥💥

This is a fundraiser for the @60sscoopnetwork!

Please consider paying the upper prices if that’s comfortable for you.

We offer sliding scale to allow folks with fewer resources to have equal access to queer, CC, and alcohol-free spaces.

We’re paying two performers and raising funds for the 60s Scoop Network that night!

Learn more about the Network through this link: https://www.instagram.com/60sscoopnetwork/This is a masked and COVID-safer event. All performers and guests will be masked (KN94 or better) throughout the party. Masks available for free at the door, thanks to @donatemaskExpect:🔥 Costumes

🔥 Great music

🔥 Live performances

🔥 Covid-safer protocols

🔥 Alcohol-free space (canteen available, please sip in the hallway)

🔥 Activities corner

🔥 This party is 18+

Notes about Covid Protocols and Accessibility

❤️ KN94 or better are required. Free masks (overhead straps) will be available at the door

❤️ Aranet CO2 monitor available for guests to check throughout the party

❤️ Please stay home if you or anyone you’re in contact with isn’t feeling well

❤️ Two small windows will be open, weather depending

❤️ Three air purifiers are being used throughout the space

❤️ The studio is all on one floor with elevtor access and an external automatic door

❤️ Low/no-scent space

❤️ LED light patterns projected on the ceiling and ambient light (stable) around the space

Info About The Grove

280-18 Louisa is on the 2nd floor of the building with elevator access. There are automatic doors on the outside of the building but the door to the studio is manual. Buzz 2800 if the outside door is locked.

There 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.

The studio is over 800 square feet of open space with an 11 ft ceiling and two small windows that open (weather depending).

The Werewolves of Studio Staja
2025-10-31 20:00 - 22:00 | Studio Staja, 507 Rideau St., Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 5Z5, Canada
Step into the village of Miller’s Hollow this Halloween! On October 31st at 8 PM, Studio Staja will host a game of Werewolves of Miller’s Hollow, the classic social deduction game where villagers and werewolves battle it out in the shadows. Roles are secret, alliances shift, and no experience is needed to play. Registration is $5, prizes are up for grabs, and the event is open to all players 12+. Costumes of all kinds encouraged!

Pitbull! Halloween Horrors
2025-10-31 21:00 - 2025-11-01 02:00 | Bronson Centre, 211 Bronson Ave., Ottawa, Ontario, K1R 5H6, Canada
Get your ticket before they’re gone for some insane thrills and mind blowing beats it’s the biggest Halloween party Ottawa has ever seen!!

International superstar J. Warren is fresh off his North American summer tour and ready to get everyone dancing as the Bronson gets transformed into the ultimate Haunted House. With a packed dance floor, $500 costume contest, spooky shows and so much more, you wont want to miss all the fun as Pitbull presents Halloween Horrors at the Bronson on Oct. 31st!!

Frontrunners
2025-11-01 09:00 - 11:30, 2025-11-04 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-11-08 09:00 - 11:30 | Ontario

Poetry Night
2025-11-01 17:30 - 19:30 | Ottawa Trans Library, 1104 Somerset St. West, Ottawa, Ontario, K1Y3C8, Canada
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.

Bottomless Dine & Drag Dinner
2025-11-01 19:00 - 22:00 | The Vanitea Room, 551 Somerset St West, Ottawa, ON, K1R 5J9, Canada
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!

Nightmare on Queen St.
2025-11-01 20:00 - 2025-11-02 01:00 | Queen Street Fare, 170 Queen St, Ottawa, ON, K1P 5E1, Canada
Join Lez Go, Ottawa’s lesbian+ events group, for our HUGE Halloween party, Nightmare on Queen Street! Featuring DJ Karyen and special guest performances! GREAT prizes for best costumes! ‘Tis the season to be spooky!

Note: costumes are optional… if you don’t want to dress up, you’re still welcome to attend (but costumes are sooo fun, lol)!

Women, ages 19+, who identify as lesbian, trans, Two-Spirit, bi, poly, pan, and queer or questioning, including non binary lesbians are welcome!

Tickets:

$32 – advance online purchase (until October 25 at 11:59 pm)

$42 – Oct 26 onward, including at the door, if tickets remain

Queer Agenda:

8 pm – Doors open

8 pm to 10 pm – Costume contest registration at photo backdrop area

9 pm to 1 am – DJ Karyen and special guest performers

10:30 pm – Costume & raffle prize winners announced

Your ticket includes:

Photo backdrop – you provide the smiles, we’ll provide the props!

Get your glow on – glow bracelets are back! (red = taken, yellow = it’s complicated, green = single and ready to mingle, blue = poly, and purple = flying solo and/or looking to make new friend)

Free snack table! (food vendors are not open during the event)

Free raffle prize draws!

50-50 ticket sale!

Good to know…

We have two female license security guards at all of our big parties!

We have several paid reception staff to get you into the party as fast as possible!

There are plenty of places to sit if/when you need a break!

Clean, spacious, accessible bathrooms!

Flying solo?

We’ve got designated tables for you to meet new people! Our flying solo section just keeps getting bigger and bigger! It’s a very friendly and welcoming group, so don’t be shy!

Feel free to use the name tags at the table.

Accessibility:

Queen St. Fare is an accessible space with automated doors and accessible washrooms.

Service animals permitted with proper documentation.

Parking & LRT transit:

We recommend parking at the World Exchange Plaza (free on Saturdays), at Constitution Square or on surrounding streets.

The Parliament LRT Station is in the same building as Queen St. Fare.

Questions, comments, suggestions?

Email us at info@lez-go.com

Halloween Harvest Potluck
2025-11-02 14:00 - 17:30 | Slowcraft Farm, 7730 Jock Trail, Richmond, Ontario, K0A 2Z0, Canada
Come celebrate the post-Halloween glow with the Capital Bi’s community! Their next free event will be a cozy field trip to @slowcraftfarm on the outskirts of Kanata. Come leaf peep with them!

Featuring:

🍲 Community potluck. Bring something to share! We’ll have vegan soup, tea and coffee on hand.

🔥 Bonfire to celebrate spooky season! Weather permitting. Wear warm clothes and farm appropriate footwear. BYO camp chair if you are able, they’ll have extras on hand!

🎃 Smashing Pumpkins! BYO carved pumpkin for a showcase and the opportunity to let loose and (safely) smash your pumpkin into the farm compost pile. Emotional catharsis!

🍂 Cozy time with friends and nature. Enjoy a quiet craft corner, farm walks, bird watching & more.

📍Location and Accessibility: Slowcraft is a working farm. The bonfire area is a 1 minute walk from parking, without stairs or slopes, but the washroom inside the farmhouse is accessed via 5 stairs that do not have a railing, which may limit some mobility devices.

This is an outdoor-indoor hybrid event and masking is required indoors. They are planning for an outdoor late fall hang, and the plan for inclement weather is to gather inside the farmhouse. **Please bring a high-quality mask (KN95 or better), they’ll have a few to share as needed, and stay home if you’re not feeling well!

The farmhouse also hosts 4 cats, but a separate bunkie will be warmed and available for anyone with serious allergies.

🚙They’ll be coordinating a carpool and pickups from the Eagleson park and ride over on the Discord server, as there are no direct transit options on the weekend. Or DM them for directions & carpool connect if you’re not on Discord!

Sunday Afternoon Bear Walk
2025-11-02 14:30 - 15:40 | Ottawa / Gatineau Pathways, Ottawa, Canada
Join other gay and bisexual men (including gay and bi transmen) for a one hour walk every Sunday at 2:30pm. Locations vary each week and are posted to the website through the link below.

5-Pin Bowling
2025-11-03 18:30 - 20:00 | West Park Lanes, 1205 Wellington St. W, Ottawa, Ontario, K1Y 2Z8, Canada
EVERYONE is welcome (please bring your friends!) to join us for a fun evening of 5-pin bowling at the West Park Lanes bowling alley at 1205 Wellington Street West. We play two games. The cost is $10.00, including shoe rental. It’s quite informal. You don’t have to join a team, just show up at West Park Lanes. Please come to the lanes early—at least 15 minutes early.

Queer Linguistics: Taking a Critical Eye to Butch/Femme Discourse in Canada
2025-11-04 15:30 - 17:30 | Carleton University, 1125 Colonel By Dr., Ottawa, Ontario, K1S 5B6, Canada
Are masc and femme truly ‘queer’ labels? Join MA student Mar Pauls on November 4 for an interactive workshop on Queer Linguistics. This workshop draws on Mar’s master’s research, where they merge queer theory and critical discourse analysis to explore the way that heteronormativity may be reproduced in queer women’s discourse.

This workshop explores heteronormativity in queer women’s spaces, focusing on Canadian queer women’s discussion of gender expression-based subgroups (butch/femme). The workshop will feature an activity that examines online identity discourse. Participants will learn about ideologies of gender, queer theory, identity, belonging, and how critical discourse analysis can address issues that impact queer people. Mar will address the context and findings of their master’s research, introduce their methods, and allow workshop participants to test-drive critical discourse analysis to explore heteronormativity that may be present in online discourse. No prior experience in gender studies or discourse analysis is required. Participants will leave with an understanding of queer centered research at Carleton and the potential influence of heteronormativity on queer identities and belonging.

Mar Pauls is a master’s student in Applied Linguistics and Discourse Studies at Carleton University. Their thesis is supervised by Dr. Jaffer Sheyholislami (SLaLS) and Dr. Amrita Hari (FIST). Their research merges queer theory and critical discourse analysis to examine the influence of heteronormativity on queer women’s identity and belonging. Mar is an equity focused student with experience in language and gender, equitable assessment, and language research.

Mar has presented their research at several conferences including an invited talk and keynote and holds the UManitoba Arts Study Body Council Most Inspiring LGBTQIA+ Student Award, the ALDS Lynne Young Graduate Award, and the Best Student Poster Award from the Western Interdisciplinary Student Symposium In Linguistics.

In addition to their academic work, Mar has served as the President of the Society of Applied Linguistics and Discourse Studies (SALaDS), and remains an active and loud advocate for 2SLGBTQIA+ students and youth in their hometown of Winnipeg and here in Ottawa.

This workshop is hosted by the Carleton Gender and Sexuality Resource Centre (GSRC). Visit the GSRC Linktree to keep up with the latest updates.

HOWL Social Night
2025-11-04 18:00 - 21:30 | Probe Ottawa, 41 York St 3rd & 4th floor, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 5S7, Canada
Bound on in to the monthly Howl social! Come grab drink, snack on some treats and join Probe and The Capital Pups for a fantastical night filled with socializing, community connections, and board games! Come dressed as the adorable pet/animal that you are, and enjoy a romp and cuddle on our cozy foam mats!

No membership? No problem! This drop-in event is open to all, with unlimited snacks and non-alcoholic drinks available by donation.

Wear whatever makes you comfortable—pet play and fetish gear are welcome. While this event isn’t for play, it’s the perfect opportunity to connect, mingle, and strengthen the bonds of our pet play community. Let’s come together to celebrate and build connections in a warm and welcoming space!

At this event, play is not permitted. Our social nights and non-membered events are for connection, conversation, and community. We ask all attendees to respect the space and keep interactions within the boundaries of a social setting.

Rainbow Coffee Club
2025-11-05 10:00 - 11:30 | The Good Companions, 670 Albert St., Ottawa, Ontario, K1R 6L2, Canada
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.

Contact Sarah at srea@thegoodcompanions.ca for details.

Local Bunches Of Laughs
2025-11-05 20:00 - 22:00 | Oat Couture Oatmeal Cafe, 750 Gladstone Ave, Ottawa, Ontario, K1R 6X5, Canada
A comedy show at Night Oat Gladstone featuring a fresh batch of homegrown talent on the first Wednesday of every month.

A monthly stand-up comedy show featuring some of the funniest folks in Ottawa, presented amidst the cozy and inviting atmosphere of Night Oat’s Gladstone location. This show occurs on the first Wednesday of every month. The lineup changes every time, but each new bushel of talent will have you rolling with laughter. (Get it? Rolling, like rolled oats? Perhaps we’ll leave the joke-telling to the comedians.)

Local Bunches of Laughs starts at 8pm at Night Oat on 750 Gladstone Avenue. If you don’t feel like buying a ticket here on Eventbrite, the $5 cover can also be paid at the bar at the end of the night.

The November 5th edition of the show will be hosted by Tavis Maplesden and headlined by Lorenzo Patiño. You will also be treated to the comedic stylings of Alex TD, Cesar Makhoul, Jake Storm, Jennifer Brigden, and Owen McGowan.

Transgender Parent Day
2025-11-06 00:00 - 23:59 | Ontario

OGRC Weekly Run
2025-11-06 19:00 - 20:00 | T’s Pub, 323 Somerset St W, Ottawa, Ontario, K2P 0J8, Canada
Join us every Thursday evening for our weekly 5 km run, starting and ending at T’s Pub. We welcome runners of all levels, with multiple pace groups to ensure everyone feels comfortable and supported. Whether you’re looking to push your limits or just enjoy a leisurely jog, there’s a spot for you in our community.
After the run, stick around at T’s Pub to unwind with a cold beer and some great company. It’s the perfect way to cap off a run and connect with fellow gay men. No pressure, just good vibes and good times!
See you at 7:00 PM—let’s hit the pavement together!

Gay Men In Recovery
2025-11-06 19:00 - 20:10 | MAX Ottawa, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004, Ottawa, Ontario, K2P 2H8, Canada
A weekly hybrid narcotics anonymous group for gay men.

To 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.

Meeting formats and accessibility:

This meeting is closed to non-addicts. You should attend only if you believe that you may have a problem with substance abuse.

This meeting invites participation by all attendees.

This meeting is focused on the needs of gay, lesbian and transgender members of NA.

This meeting is meant to be attended by men only.

This meeting is wheelchair accessible.

Meetings virtually and in person.

Groupe de soutien trans 16 ans+ virtuel
2025-11-07 18:30 - 20:30 | https://maxottawa.ca/list/groupe-de-soutien-trans-16-ans-virtuel/2025-11-07/
Trans Outaouais offre à nouveau son groupe de soutien virtuel pour les membres de la communauté trans et ses allié·es, ainsi que personnes en questionnement de 16 ans et plus mensuellement à partir de septembre 2025.

Joignez-vous au groupe virtuel tous les 1er vendredi du mois de 18h30 à 20h30 pour une chance de partager nos expériences, de poser nos questions et de s’offrir une écoute bienveillante entre nous.

Inscription :

Pour participer, inscrivez-vous en utilisant le formulaire au bas de la page. Une fois inscrit·e, vous recevrez le lien pour vous connecter au groupe sur la plateforme Zoom au plus tard la veille du groupe. Vous serez contacté en cas d’annulation ou de changement de dates.

Pour plus d’informations, n’hésitez pas à nous contacter à info@transoutaouais.com.

Intersex Day of Remembrance
2025-11-08 08:00 - 17:00 | Ontario

Out and About Saturdays
2025-11-08 09:30 - 14:30 | The Good Companions, 670 Albert Street
OSPN in partnership with The Good Companions is delighted to offer in person programming to our 55+ LGBTQ2+ community.

Join 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.

50+ Trans, Non-binary and Questioning Discussion Group
2025-11-08 12:30 - 13:30 | The Good Companions, 670 Albert St., Ottawa, Ontario, K1R 6L2, Canada
Join a supportive group for 50+ Trans, Non-binary, and questioning individuals to connect, share experiences, and explore topics that matter to your journey. The peer led discussion group is co-facilitated by a trans man and a trans women who are trained volunteers who understand the importance of creating a safe and inclusive environment.

What to Expect:

Queer–friendly atmosphere where all identities are welcome

Strict confidentiality–what’s shared in the group stays in the group

Mutual respect for all participants and their experiences

Use of chosen name and pronouns

Recognition that no one is “more Trans” than anyone else

Validation that everyone’s experience is unique and valued

Understanding that there is no single answer to any situation

Format:

Each session begins with introductions and check-ins, followed by facilitated discussions on topics chosen by participants. You can suggest topics directly or anonymously through a suggestion system.

This group offers a judgment-free space to explore your identity, connect with others who share similar experiences, and access peer support during your journey.

For more information please contact: Sarah Rea 2SLGBTQIA+ Program Coordinator (She/Her, They/Them) at srea@thegoodcompanions.ca or Jodan Drosier at jodandee@gmail.com (He/Him)
