The List - Ottawa's Queerest Calendar
Find queer events, sports and recreation activities, and social happenings across the region all under one tab.
MAX will occasionally scour social media and event forums to post but our hope is that you, the community, will add things we might have missed.
Check out our guide here for everything you need to know about submitting an event. If you have any questions or need to update a posted event, please email us at thelist@maxottawa.ca. To submit an event, scroll to the bottom of the page, or click here.
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Queerspora – A Hike in the Hills
Gatinue ParkPlease note: Due to the weather, this has been postponed from August 17 to August 24. Ready to hit the trails? Join us for a hike through Gatineau Park for this Pride edition of Queerspora! Meet new friends, soak up the beauty of nature, and enjoy a fun day out. We’re using a free shuttle…
CBRC Sex Now Survey
Capital Pride Street FestivalSex Now is the largest and longest-running survey of queer sex across Canada. Drop by during the Capital Pride Street Festival to chat with our volunteers, take a few minutes to fill out this survey on GBT2Q Men’s Health, and have your experiences included.
Proud AF Space
Capital Pride Community Stage - Intersection of Bank & WaverlyBrought to you in partnership with CAPSA & Capital Pride, our Proud Alcohol-Free sober space is the perfect opportunity to celebrate Pride weekend. There’ll be an alcohol-free bar provided by Knyota, great music, and the Capital Pride Community Stage to bring the energy!
Capital Pride Street Festival
Come visit us at the Capital Pride Street Festival on August 24-25! We’ll be there with harm reduction supplies, ready to chat about our programs and services, and provide you with all the information you need. We'll be handing out free harm reduction supplies and having chats about MAX’s work. Plus, don't miss our interactive…
Pitbull Events – Capital Pride Party
Bronson Centre - 211 Bronson AveSee the Bronson Centre turned into the ultimate pride party palace on August 24 for the Pitbull - Capital Pride party. Join us for a night of incredible music and stunning shows. DJ Joey with the Mustache will be making his Ottawa debut while Miss Fiercalicious, fresh off her season of Canada's Drag Race vs…
Capital Pride Parade
Celebrate with MAX Ottawa as we march in the Capital Pride Parade on August 25! Experience the vibrant energy of the parade with music, drag, and free MAX swag! And the cherry on top – our contingent’s theme is Fruit Basket. Add a splash of color and a hint of zest to your Pride, because…
CBRC Sex Now Survey
Capital Pride Street FestivalSex Now is the largest and longest-running survey of queer sex across Canada. Drop by during the Capital Pride Street Festival to chat with our volunteers, take a few minutes to fill out this survey on GBT2Q Men’s Health, and have your experiences included.
Capital Pride Street Festival
Come visit us at the Capital Pride Street Festival on August 24-25! We’ll be there with harm reduction supplies, ready to chat about our programs and services, and provide you with all the information you need. We'll be handing out free harm reduction supplies and having chats about MAX’s work. Plus, don't miss our interactive…
Proud AF Space
Capital Pride Community Stage - Intersection of Bank & WaverlyBrought to you in partnership with CAPSA & Capital Pride, our Proud Alcohol-Free sober space is the perfect opportunity to celebrate Pride weekend. There’ll be an alcohol-free bar provided by Knyota, great music, and the Capital Pride Community Stage to bring the energy!
Free Haircuts!
MAX Ottawa 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaJoin us for a free haircut from a Hairstylist with over 39 years of experience. Our September session is fully booked, but you can join the waitlist here.
Super Mario Hoes
The Lookout Bar 41 York Street, 2nd Floor, Ottawa, ON, CanadaSuper Mario themed drag show featuring local talent presented by the Lookout Bar.
Beadwork 101: Make Your Own Beaded Autumnal Brooch Pin
The Grove 100-78 Hinton Ave. North, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaLearn new beading tips, tricks, and methods from Kaytlyn Nadjiwon at Queer-friendly space, The Grove.
Queer Club — Halloween Edition
The Grove 100-78 Hinton Ave. North, Ottawa, CanadaHalloween edition of Queer Club Friday, a community event at The Grove.
Board Game Night
Ottawa Trans Library 1104 Somerset St. West, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaMeet queers and play games at the very cozy Ottawa Trans Library
Queer of Halloween
The Lookout Bar 41 York Street, 2nd Floor, Ottawa, ON, CanadaThe Lookout's annual Halloween drag competition to crown a new Head of Horror followed by a Halloween dance party
ACO Food Bank
AIDS Committee of Ottawa 19 Main St., Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaWeekly food bank run by the AIDS Committee of Ottawa. Closed for off-site events Nov. 29.
Ottawa Frontrunners Weekly Womens Meet
City Hall (Lisgar St Entrance) 111 Lisgar, Ottawa, ON, CanadaJoin the Queer women's running community for Friday meets in Ottawa.
Chardonnay & Lingerie
Club Saw 67 Nicholas St., Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaAn intimate premier R&B experince where sensuality meets sophistication. Take a chance on romance, sip on some wine, and let the music do the rest.
Neon Carnival – Hi Slay Halloween
The 27 Club 27 York St, Ottawa, ON, CanadaHi Slay Halloween edition - drag night at the 27 Club.
Boots the Bistro Down
The Vault Bistro 5539 Manotick Main St., Manotick, Ontario, CanadaA Glittershaker drag lunch at The Vault Bistro in Manotick.
A NOTE ON LANGUAGE: We recognize that language is ever-changing and imperfect. The language MAX uses is flexible and tailored to our audience which includes people with specific lived experiences and needs. We use a variety of terms and acronyms as convenient, though imperfect shorthand, including the word queer as an umbrella term for all who identify as members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Language and values change from person to person, and so you may find a range of terms being used in the community events.