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UID:10000497-1743105600-1743116400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2025-03-27/
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:20250327T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250327T233000
DTSTAMP:20260421T162041
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UID:10002198-1743105600-1743118200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Ottawa’s Next Up & Coming Burlesque Superstar
DESCRIPTION:Ottawa’s Next Up & Coming Burlesque Superstar!!! \n\n\n\nYou do not want to miss this monumental event showcasing some of the best up and coming burlesque performers competing for a $300 prize! \n\n\n\nMarch 27th@thelookoutbarDoors @ 7pmEvent starts @8pm \n\n\n\nLink for tickets below \n\n\n\nHosted by @bj_stroker \n\n\n\nCompetitors@abellaburlesque@bickiebrulee@thee_butterscotchribbon@mx.caligula@kushy.tushy.burlesque@millie.dread@monamooreuse@nova_burlesque@mspeachjelly@petiteminyu@rosiebloom07@strawberrie.feels
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/ottawas-next-up-coming-burlesque-superstar/
LOCATION:The Lookout Bar\, 41 York Street\, 2nd Floor\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 5S7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250328T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250330T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T162041
CREATED:20250310T204107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T204114Z
UID:10002156-1743181200-1743336000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Bear Frolic
DESCRIPTION:Back by Popular Demand!  \n\n\n\nMarch 28-30  \n\n\n\nWe’re back baby!  \n\n\n\nJoin the Ottawa Bears for a premium bear run featuring tons of great activities and camaraderie at Bear Frolic!  \n\n\n\nWeekend Activities:  \n\n\n\n\nCocktail Social \n\n\n\nBear Buffet Feast (Lone Star) *VIB pass holders only \n\n\n\nBear Bingo / Mr. Ottawa Bear \n\n\n\nBoard/Card Games \n\n\n\nPizza Party and Wave Pool \n\n\n\nEpic Dance Party \n\n\n\nBear Brunch (Tucker’s Marketplace) \n\n\n\nPurchase a VIB (Very Important Bear) pass and you will have access all the events. \n\n\n\n\nThe Courtyard Ottawa Downtown\, our host hotel\, is located in the heart of the ByWard Market and close to restaurants\, shopping and public transit. It has a large ballroom that offers the perfect setting for an unforgettable dance event. The hotel is where most of the weekend’s activities will take place.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/bear-frolic/
LOCATION:The Marriot’s Courtyard Ottawa Downtown\, 350 Dalhousie St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N7E9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Nightlife,Social,Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250328T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250328T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T162042
CREATED:20250318T142758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T142805Z
UID:10002176-1743183000-1743190200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Trans About Town: Tote Bag Decorating!
DESCRIPTION:Join us to make some tote-ally awesome art! Come hang out\, create\, and connect with community! Design your own tote bag—all supplies provided! Kick back and watch a fun movie while you create. Open to trans and gender diverse youth ages 13 to 17! Families and friends are welcome too.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/trans-about-town-tote-bag-decorating/
LOCATION:MAX Ottawa\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Family friendly,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250328T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250328T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T162042
CREATED:20250326T130743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T130752Z
UID:10002196-1743184800-1743192000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Trans Tabletop Night + Candy Land Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Trans Day of Visibility is coming up\, and we know that day can bring up a lot of complex emotions! We wanted to create a community space where you don’t have to worry about visibility bringing harm\, and instead can come and be seen as you truly are. Join us for Trans Tabletop Night\, where you can hang out with trans folks (and loved ones/allies)\, play board games\, and enjoy drinks at our Candy Land Cafe! Feel free to bring your own board games\, but we will also bring ours! \n\n\n\nEvent takes place at 6-8pm at the YSB drop in: 147 Besserer St on the main floor. Masks are mandatory in the main space (we will provide one if you don’t have one!)\, but there will be a separate area where they may be removed to eat.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/trans-tabletop-night-candy-land-cafe/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Social,Youth
ORGANIZER;CN="Queer Youth Action Committee":MAILTO:ysbpeerhousingteam@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250328T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250328T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T162042
CREATED:20250304T151205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T151215Z
UID:10002129-1743184800-1743195600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queerly Embellish Your Clothing Night
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a jacket\, pair of pants\, or a hat that needs a little pizzazz? Come join us for an evening of embellishing your clothing or accessories! \n\n\n\nYou bring what you want embellished and we’ll have lots of embellishments available! \n\n\n\nWorried we won’t have what you want for an embellishment? Feel free to bring along your own beads\, paints and sequins! \n\n\n\nThis is a MASKED EVENT (KN95 or better). It’s also pay what you can\, but we’re asking for $20 to cover the cost of the space and the embellishments we’ll be bringing! \n\n\n\nTickets can be bought on the Grove Studio’s Eventbrite site!!! \n\n\n\nCan’t wait to see you on the 28th!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queerly-embellish-your-clothing-night/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Family friendly,Nightlife,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250328T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250328T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T162042
CREATED:20241030T174847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T182528Z
UID:10001417-1743186600-1743190200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Swim Workout
DESCRIPTION:Meet fellow Queer swimmers & get a workout in. Open to members or drop-in registrations.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/swim-workout-6/2025-03-28/
LOCATION:Montpetit Hall – uOttawa\, 125 University Private\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Rideau Speedeaus":MAILTO:info@rideauspeedeaus.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250328T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250328T230000
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CREATED:20250226T191059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T191107Z
UID:10002115-1743186600-1743202800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queers & Beers
DESCRIPTION:QUEERS & BEERS at Overflow Brewery featuring live music feat. OK Naledi + Kira on drums + Cynthia on base \n\n\n\nDo you love craft beer? Do you like getting together with your community & meeting new friends? Want to have interesting conversation & try new things? Yes\, yes and yes! So let’s get together and explore the craft brew scene here in Ottcity & create a safer space for queer & trans pub lovers! \n\n\n\nCome with friends\, come alone\, come with a date\, end up on a date\, make new pals\, talk to those you know\, talk to those you don’t know but have always wanted to\, or hey even keep to yourself\, because it’s all good & do what makes you feel most comfortable! \n\n\n\n[This is an open-event so feel free to invite your pals!] \n\n\n\no All genders & sexualities are welcome!o The goal is to provide a fun & safer environment for enjoying craft beers & chatting with pals!o We will try to prioritize visiting spaces that are accessible!o Feedback\, thoughts\, suggestions are welcome! You can shoot us a message anytime!queering613@gmail.com \n\n\n\nThanks Overflow for sharing your space!@overflowbrewingco \n\n\n\nhttps://overflowbeer.com \n\n\n\nThank you OK Naledi – Ottawa local Queer\, Motswana Canadian musician Naledi Sunstrum + their pal Kira on drums! \n\n\n\n\nhttps://oknaledi.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR0V1ZXjeDtRMkZggchiVc-czexFyigwCZ9LkrFxjxyrWsPZt7lQxkU0FgE_aem_ATZxOiQgWLOxNIuQt4OBcmEo99thuEbqzrp4cSBe3DUvhw_dyn_tpMcA6tTEB9izSOYfp9YjKl5eY8Wrwvkob5zr\n\n\n\n\nDJ JU!CE is an intergalactic multi-artist of Haitian descent\, based in Tiohtià:ke/Montreal . With the inspiration of space and video games\, JU!CE is a self taught beatmaker\, digital artist\, singer and Hip Hop DJ. Through their creations\, their goal is to raise the vibrations of others\, so that they may tap in with the universe and explore what creativeness means to them. JU!CE aims to create an “out of this world” experience. \n\n\n\nOverflow Brewing2477 Kaladar Avenue \n\n\n\nOff Bank Street\, just South of the Glebe \n\n\n\nAccessibility Note: \n\n\n\nOverflow Brewing IS AN ACCESSIBLE venue with an accessible entrance and accessible washrooms. There is an outdoor patio – weather permitting.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queers-beers-3/
LOCATION:Overflow Brewery\, 2477 Kaladar ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1V 8B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Queering 613":MAILTO:queering613@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250328T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250328T220000
DTSTAMP:20260421T162042
CREATED:20250318T145005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T145021Z
UID:10002177-1743192000-1743199200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Le Show Queer (Fr)
DESCRIPTION:Le show Queer\, c’est un spectacle qui rassemble des humoristes immensément drôles ET s’identifiant comme faisant partie de la communauté LGBTQ2S+. Simple de même! Les artistes ont carte blanche sur le sujet qu’iels choisissent\, pas de thème\, pas de limite\, juste des rires! TOUT LE MONDE est bienvenu dans ce safespace hilarant\, Queer ou pas. Si vous aimez vous dilater la rate en vous tapant sur les cuisses à gorge déployée\, vous serez comblé.e!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/le-show-queer-fr/
LOCATION:Minotaure\, 3 Rue Kent\, Hull\, Quebec\, J8X 2H2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Nightlife,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="LOL LOL LOL":MAILTO:INFO@LOLLOLLOL.CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250328T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250328T230000
DTSTAMP:20260421T162042
CREATED:20250226T173819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T021415Z
UID:10001977-1743192000-1743202800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Rouge Light District
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a titillating evening of burlesque as we celebrate the Rougettes’ 7th anniversary! Welcome to the Rouge Light District 💋  \n\n\n\nSTARRING: \n\n\n\nArctic Blondo \n\n\n\nBabycakes \n\n\n\nBerry Bomb \n\n\n\nCaramel Spysse \n\n\n\nMistress Mae \n\n\n\nRosa Diamond \n\n\n\nSia Shadow \n\n\n\nViva van Diva \n\n\n\nSpecial Guest: Randi Rouge \n\n\n\nHosted by Rhapsody Blue \n\n\n\nAccessibility: venue is wheelchair accessible with designated seating on the main and mezzanine levels (elevators available). Flashing lights are unlikely\, but possible; masking will be encouraged; masks and earplugs will be available at the door. 18+ unless accompanied by a parent/guardian.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/rouge-light-district/
LOCATION:Meridian Theatre\, 101 Centrepoint Dr.\, Nepean\, Ontario\, K2G5K7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife
ORGANIZER;CN="Viva van Diva":MAILTO:vivavandee@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250329T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250329T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T162042
CREATED:20250105T191651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250105T191819Z
UID:10001236-1743240600-1743249600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:OFR Winter Saturday Run + Breakfast (Winter)
DESCRIPTION:Run 5 \, 7\, or 9 km with the Frontrunners and have breakfast afterwards at Cooper’s Gastropub. \n\n\n\nOttawa Frontrunners (OFR) is a running and walking club for members of the Two-Spirit\, Lesbian\, Gay\, Bisexual\, Transgender\, and Queer (2SLGBTQ) community and friends. Located in Ottawa\, it is Canada’s national capital chapter of International Frontrunners. We have runners of various ages and skill levels and typically have groups going between 5 and 9 km (3 and 5.59 miles) at various paces. Walkers are also members of the club\, consisting usually of runners on the injury list and partners or friends of runners.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/ottawa-frontrunners-saturday-meets-winter-2/2025-03-29/
LOCATION:City Hall (Lisgar St Entrance)\, 111 Lisgar\, Ottawa\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250329T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250329T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T162042
CREATED:20250326T123256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T123310Z
UID:10002193-1743240600-1743253200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spring Cleaning: Clothing Swap Garage Sale Market
DESCRIPTION:Come grab some free stuff or give something away this Saturday at the Grove. \n\n\n\nMeals\, snacks\, and beverages provided by Cardamom. \n\n\n\nInterested in selling your items and crafts? Set up starts at 9:00AM and costs $10/table. \n\n\n\nInterested in the clothing swap? Doors open at 10:00AM and it’s free!  \n\n\n\nYou can participate in both. You don’t need to bring anything to participate in the clothing swap.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spring-cleaning-clothing-swap-garage-sale-market/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250329T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250329T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T162042
CREATED:20250210T175545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T175555Z
UID:10001930-1743242400-1743249600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:ElderQueers (2SLGBTQIA+) Storytelling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:A six-week in-person workshop   \n\n\n\nWant to tell your story? Or a story? What story have you always wanted to tell?  \n\n\n\nAs Elders in the queer community\, your stories are important to be shared\, to be heard\, and to be remembered.  \n\n\n\nThis Winter/Spring session is open to folks who have never written a story and to those who have. If you have attended one of Mary Ellen’s workshops before\, you are welcome to come back and develop your storytelling skills. Mary Ellen has over thirty years of experience creating work for the stage and collaborating with people of all ages. \n\n\n\nDuring this six-week workshop\, participants will meet once a week for two hours to learn basic skills to create and tell their story. Stories can be serious or comic or a blend of both. Participants may use movement\, puppets\, music – however you want to tell your story – are all welcome! \n\n\n\nThis workshop offers an opportunity to gather\, deepen your community connections\, and create stories with the support of each other. The focus is on having FUN\, learning some new skills\, and connecting with each other. \n\n\n\nFamily and friends are invited to the final session to hear the participant’s stories. \n\n\n\nThis workshop is held in English. The registration fee gives you access to all 6 workshop sessions from February 22 to March 29\, 2025.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/elderqueers-2slgbtqia-storytelling-workshop/2025-03-29/
LOCATION:Ruddy Lounge\, NAC\, 1 Elgin St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 8X5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250329T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250329T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T162042
CREATED:20250318T151419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T151427Z
UID:10002179-1743256800-1743264000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Somatic Writing and Open Mic: Queer Poetics
DESCRIPTION:Calling you from the crossroads with an invitation 📯 to this virtual Queer Poetics offering for March 2025 🫴 \n\n\n\n**DM to register** \n\n\n\nWhen you register we will send you an invite to the zoom registration\, which will automatically sign you up once completed. Please let us know if this is not accessible to you. \n\n\n\nWe hope to see you under the converging lights 🌙 ♈️ 🌤 \n\n\n\nFacilitated by @suburu.retrograde 🪻 and @ez.as.is 🌻
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/somatic-writing-and-open-mic-queer-poetics/
LOCATION:https://maxottawa.ca/list/somatic-writing-and-open-mic-queer-poetics/
CATEGORIES:Art,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250329T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250329T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T162042
CREATED:20250307T233430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250307T233437Z
UID:10002140-1743260400-1743267600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:HOLE-ISTIC HEALTH
DESCRIPTION:MAX is thrilled to be hosting our second annual HOLE-ISTIC HEALTH educational event. Join us on Saturday\, March 29 from 3-5PM at DARC Microcinema for a vibrant communal afternoon.  \n\n\n\nWe are pleased to welcome back Dr. Patrick O’Byrne and Dr. Paul MacPherson to speak at our hole-in-one event for anal sexual health and pleasure. Learn the latest on anal care at this information session and connect with other GBTQ+ men and non-binary people.  \n\n\n\nThere’s also the opportunity to win BIG! The MAX team has lined up some cheeky games and sweet prizes. Snacks will also be provided.  \n\n\n\nThat’s not all! Register for HOLE-ISTIC HEALTH and get FREE entry to the HOLE Night Long Afterparty!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/hole-istic-health/
LOCATION:DARC Microcinema\, 67 Nicholas St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,MAX Programs,Service,Sex positive,Social
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ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250329T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250329T220000
DTSTAMP:20260421T162042
CREATED:20241029T205445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T153226Z
UID:10000216-1743274800-1743285600@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/2025-03-29/
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:20250329T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250329T235900
DTSTAMP:20260421T162042
CREATED:20250326T125756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T125804Z
UID:10002195-1743274800-1743292740@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queer Prom
DESCRIPTION:Join the Pride Centre for an evening under the sea with community and delicious hors d’oeuvres\, as we gather together as a community to remember yet another year of queer joy! Your ticket purchase includes 2 raffle tickets. 🌈 \n\n\n\nThe tickets are on a sliding scale starting at $15 and each higher tier offers you an additional raffle ticket. \n\n\n\nPlease remember to bring your IDs to receive a wrist band for access to the bar.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queer-prom/
LOCATION:Canadian Museum of Nature\, 240 McLeod St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P2R1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Nightlife,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250329T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250330T020000
DTSTAMP:20260421T162042
CREATED:20250210T171827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T171834Z
UID:10001922-1743282000-1743300000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queen and Queer
DESCRIPTION:Hey Queens of Ottawa! \n\n\n\nYou’ve been asking for it\, and guess what?!QUEEN & QUEER parties are coming to Ottawa! We’re bringing our vibe with tons of excitement! \n\n\n\n🌈 WHO ARE WE?For those who don’t know us yet\, QUEEN & QUEER is the story of two friends who decided in 2021 to create Dance Parties for LGBTQ2SIA+ women in Montreal … all in a safe and welcoming space. Today\, QUEEN & QUEER has become the largest Lesbo-Queer party on the Montreal scene\, attracting a growing community. After Sherbrooke and Quebec City\, we’ve chosen Ottawa as our next destination\, and we can’t wait to meet you! \n\n\n\n🌈 MUSIC IS THE ANSWERQUEEN & QUEER parties are safe spaces prioritizing LGBTQ2SIA+ women\, non-binary people\, and trans folks. Allies are welcome too! We have a zero-tolerance policy for any form of discrimination : homophobia\, sexism\, transphobia\, racism\, or harassment have no place at our events. Our events are recognized for celebrating diversity and promoting inclusion. Whether you’re 20 or 60 years old\, and no matter your cultural background\, you’ll find your place with us. \n\n\n\nLINEUP: \n\n\n\n\nDJ Set with our resident DJ SAM and special guest DJ Delpilar\n\n\n\nMusic: House\, Afrobeats\, Latin\, 80s\, 90s\, Pop\n\n\n\nPerformances: To be announced\n\n\n\n\nSo\, are you ready to party with us?See you on the dance floor! Let’s be PROUD\, be LOUD\, and be BEAUTIFUL!!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queen-and-queer/
LOCATION:The 27 Club\, 27 York St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 5S7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Nightlife,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250329T235900
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250330T020000
DTSTAMP:20260421T162042
CREATED:20250327T003849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T003857Z
UID:10002199-1743292740-1743300000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:X-Rated Super Secret Saturday Night Sinema
DESCRIPTION:The annual X-Rated Super Secret Saturday Night Sinema returns on March 29 at midnight! \n\n\n\nDig it! We’re back with an X-Rated dose of dangerous\, disreputable\, not-in-distribution\, secret late-late cinema! \n\n\n\nWhat movie are we screening? We can’t tell you\, but we can guarantee that you won’t be disappointed with our surprise selection! \n\n\n\nAdmission only for persons age 18+ \n\n\n\nFree for Members / Members Only! \n\n\n\nPurchase an Annual Membership for only $16 at the box office before the secret movie! \n\n\n\n*Please take note that doors open 30 minutes before showtimes. We encourage people to arrive early. We have a small box office\, a small candy bar\, and a single-screen cinema\, meaning that when most of an audience shows up a few minutes before showtime\, it causes a bottleneck. If possible\, we appreciate you arriving a little bit early to pick out your seat and get your popcorn. Thanks for your help!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/x-rated-super-secret-saturday-night-sinema/
LOCATION:The Mayfair Theatre\, 1074 Bank St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1S 2W3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250330T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250330T123000
DTSTAMP:20260421T162042
CREATED:20241030T172809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T182238Z
UID:10001075-1743334200-1743337800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Swim Workout
DESCRIPTION:Meet fellow Queer swimmers & get a workout in. Open to members or drop-in registrations.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/swim-workout/2025-03-30/
LOCATION:Montpetit Hall – uOttawa\, 125 University Private\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Rideau Speedeaus":MAILTO:info@rideauspeedeaus.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250330T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250330T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T162042
CREATED:20241029T211828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T150829Z
UID:10000981-1743334200-1743343200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Drag Brunch
DESCRIPTION:Every last Sunday of the month (with the exception of pride week in the summer) is drag brunch. Check our calendar for details.If it’s the last Sunday of the month – its drag brunch. Seatings available at 11:30am and 2pm.Please note: that the drag brunch preset menu does NOT include bottomless mimosas – it includes one single mimosa with cuisine as indicated on the menu.Bottomless mimosas are an extra charge to your drag brunch package.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/drag-brunch-2/2025-03-30/
LOCATION:The Vanitea Room\, 551 Somerset St West\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1R 5J9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250330T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250330T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T162042
CREATED:20250327T004523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T004531Z
UID:10002200-1743339600-1743350400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Trans Day of Visibility with the Ottawa Trans Library
DESCRIPTION:March 31st is Trans Day of Visibility! Visibility is incredibly important\, and it can also be hard. We’re proud of everyone who presents themselves openly\, or are still finding themselves! \n\n\n\nTo celebrate our wonderful community\, the library will be holding an open house celebration on Sunday\, March 30th\, from 1-4PM- with snacks available- While you snack\, check out our amazing collection of books for loan\, play board games\, and socialize with the community! \n\n\n\n*Snacks are first-come\, first-serve prioritizing the trans community – Please check our stories for updates on snack availability!* \n\n\n\nThank you so much to our friends at Moo Shu Ice Cream @mooshuicecream and Little Jo Berry’s @littlejoberrys who have generously provided delicious snacks\, and have consistently supported the library and the Ottawa trans community! \n\n\n\nVegan and gluten-free options will be available!And thank you to the good folks of @gendereveal who popularized the idea of Trans Day of Snack. \n\n\n\n*Who is eligible for snacks? * \n\n\n\nIf you identify under the trans and/or non-binary umbrella\, you’re welcome! We additionally encourage all allies and local community members to come drop in to learn about our materials and space =) \n\n\n\nWe’ll have coffee and a couple spreads showing off some favorite books of the teams for those curious about where to start! \n\n\n\n*Accessibility: * \n\n\n\nThe library has 2 steps up to the door\, a ramp is available upon request which goes out to the end of the sidewalk . \n\n\n\nMasking is expected when not eating or drinking\, however please be aware that snacking is a higher-risk activity by nature.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/trans-day-of-visibility-with-the-ottawa-trans-library/
LOCATION:Ottawa Trans Library\, 1104 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y3C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Family friendly,Nationally recognized dates,Social,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250330T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250330T154000
DTSTAMP:20260421T162042
CREATED:20250310T203241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T203248Z
UID:10002148-1743345000-1743349200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Sunday Afternoon Bear Walk for Gay and Bisexual Men
DESCRIPTION:A group of GBT men meet every Sunday for a 1 hour walk\, always near Parking and Transit.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/sunday-afternoon-bear-walk-for-gay-and-bisexual-men/2025-03-30/
LOCATION:Ottawa / Gatineau Pathways\, Ottawa\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sunday Afternoon Bear Walk":MAILTO:alex@sundayafternoonbearwalk.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250330T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250330T230000
DTSTAMP:20260421T162042
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000498-1743364800-1743375600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2025-03-30/
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:20250331T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250331T235959
DTSTAMP:20260421T162042
CREATED:20250320T145340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T145349Z
UID:10002185-1743379200-1743465599@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Trans Day of Visibility
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/trans-day-of-visibility/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Nationally recognized dates
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250331T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250331T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T162042
CREATED:20250327T012655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T012705Z
UID:10002211-1743426000-1743440400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Trans Day of Visibility Support Group Pop-Up
DESCRIPTION:Trans Day of Visibility (TDOV) is a time to celebrate\, uplift\, and empower trans lives while also acknowledging the challenges our community faces. \n\n\n\nFEDUP is hosting a virtual support group for trans\, gender-diverse\, and intersex folks within our eating disorder and disordered eating community. Join us for connection\, solidarity\, and healing as we hold space for one another and reflect on the power of visibility and community. \n\n\n\nDate: Monday\, March 31stTime: 1:00pm ESTSetting: Virtual on Zoom (registration details through link below)
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/trans-day-of-visibility-support-group-pop-up/
LOCATION:https://maxottawa.ca/list/trans-day-of-visibility-support-group-pop-up/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Service
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250331T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250331T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T162042
CREATED:20250327T000027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T000314Z
UID:10002197-1743442200-1743447600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Trans Day of Visibility: Ottawa Rally and Election Action
DESCRIPTION:With transphobia rising\, our rights under attack and a federal election coming up quick\, trans visibility and organizing are more important than ever. \n\n\n\nThat’s why we are coming together on March 31st at 5:30PM in Confederation Park for a rally and action. Bring your friends and family and let’s show our 🏳️‍⚧️🔥 TRANS POWER 🔥🏳️‍⚧️ \n\n\n\nWhat’s the action? Following speeches\, we will ask those interested to join us in putting up queer election posters and stickers throughout downtown. We will also invite attendees to help distribute a flyer back in local neighbourhoods.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/trans-day-of-visibility-ottawa-rally-and-election-action/
LOCATION:Confederation Park\, Elgin St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1P 5J2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Nationally recognized dates,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Queer Momentum":MAILTO:info@momentumcanada.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250331T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250331T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T162042
CREATED:20241030T173439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T182001Z
UID:10001101-1743445800-1743449400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Swim Workout
DESCRIPTION:Meet fellow Queer swimmers & get a workout in. Open to members or drop-in registrations.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/swim-workout-2/2025-03-31/
LOCATION:Montpetit Hall – uOttawa\, 125 University Private\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Rideau Speedeaus":MAILTO:info@rideauspeedeaus.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250331T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250331T203000
DTSTAMP:20260421T162042
CREATED:20250201T162448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250201T162455Z
UID:10001888-1743445800-1743453000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:5-pin Bowling with OSPN
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWe 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. \nPlease come to the lanes early—at least 15 minutes early.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/5-pin-bowling-with-ospn/2025-03-31/
LOCATION:West Park Lanes\, 1205 Wellington St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 2Z8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250401T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250401T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T162042
CREATED:20250225T031242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T201251Z
UID:10002374-1743526800-1743534000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Anonymous HIV Testing
DESCRIPTION:Come get tested at MAX Ottawa! \n\n\n\nSomerset West Community Health Centre will be offering rapid and anonymous HIV testing for queer and trans folks regularly at MAX Ottawa. \n\n\n\nTesting will be available for queer and trans folks (14+) by appointment or by walk-in (first come\, first served) in English or French. No names or ID required! \n\n\n\nTo learn more or to book an appointment in advance\, feel free to reach out to Micah at (613) 295-9574 by call or text. \n\n\n\nPlease note that testing will not be available on the last Tuesday of each month!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/anonymous-hiv-testing-4/2025-04-01/
LOCATION:MAX Ottawa\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:MAX Programs,Regular programming,Service
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