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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250628T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250628T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004908
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UID:10003140-1751097600-1751130000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Summer Slam Fundraising Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Registration Opens: Saturday April 19 at 7pm \n\n\n\nFormat & Cost: \n\n\n\n\nRecreational: 6v6 – 10 team spots – $300\n\n\n\nIntermediate/Advanced: 4v4 – 15 team spots – $200\n\n\n\n\nLocation: Shefford Courts (813 Shefford Road\, Ottawa\, ON K1J 8H9) \n\n\n\nNote: Your Team Captain will register and pay for your team. During and after registration\, the Team Captain will send roster invitations. All players must be rostered to a team and have completed waivers. \n\n\n\n50% of each team’s registration will go to support Kind Space. \n\n\n\nFundraising\n\n\n\nHow it Works \n\n\n\nRegister for the tournament and then setup a fundraising page using the link below. You and your teammates can share their fundraising page with their network to encourage donations. All funds raised go to Kind Space\, a registered charity and are eligible for a tax receipt. \n\n\n\nThere are prizes for the top fundraiser and top fundraising team!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/summer-slam-fundraising-tournament/
LOCATION:Shefford Courts\, 813 Shefford Road\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1J 8H9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Family friendly,Ottawa,Social,Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Pride Capital Volleyball":MAILTO:info@pcv-fvc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250628T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250628T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004908
CREATED:20250514T190044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T190052Z
UID:10002762-1751101200-1751110200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Frontrunners
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nRuns are held: \n\n\n\n\nTuesdays at 6:30 pm\, after which we go for coffee (Routes)\n\n\n\nSaturdays at 9:00 am (9:30 am from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March inclusive)\, followed by breakfast  (Routes)\n\n\n\n\nWomen’s 5km run \n\n\n\n\nFridays at 5:00 pm\n\n\n\nThis event is open to all who identify as women\, female-identifying\, non-binary\, and Two-Spirit individuals\n\n\n\nFor more details\, please email wmns@ottawafrontrunners.org \n\n\n\n\nNOTICE: 2025 Gatineau runs — Saturdays\, 10 May\, 14 June\, 12 July\, 9 August\, 13 September\, and 11 October. \n\n\n\nCancellation 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.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/frontrunners-2/2025-06-28/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250628T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004908
CREATED:20250609T145843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T145915Z
UID:10003141-1751104800-1751112000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Beach Skills & Drills: 2-on-2 Fundamentals
DESCRIPTION:Ready to take your beach volleyball skills to the next level? Join us for our Beach Skills and Drills Program led by James Battiston\, former professional volleyball player and member of the Canadian Beach National Team. James has coached for several years with the Mavericks Volleyball Club as well as 15+ years at Madawaska Volleyball Camp.   \n\n\n\nWhether you’re new to beach volleyball or a seasoned player\, we have something for you!  Join us at the RA Centre on Saturday mornings where James will bring his expert guidance to teach you fundamentals or take you to the next level with specific skills.  \n\n\n\nHere we will cover the basics of 2-on-2 beach volleyball. Serve receive (1st contact)\, setting (2nd contact)\, attacking (shot options)\, defense (block/dig) and service. The goal is to develop players’ understanding of the skills\, flow and movement required to play the 2-on-2 beach game.    
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/beach-skills-drills-2-on-2-fundamentals/
LOCATION:RA Centre Beach Courts\, 2451 Riverside Dr.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1H 7X7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Pride Capital Volleyball":MAILTO:info@pcv-fvc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250628T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004908
CREATED:20250609T214816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T214832Z
UID:10003150-1751104800-1751126400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Ottawa Anarchist Bookfair
DESCRIPTION:The Ottawa Anarchist Bookfair is run by a group of local anarchists and anarchic-organizers who are interested in cultivating a culture of autonomous and decentralized organizing in so-called ottawa. Our fair will have a mixture of literature (books\, zines\, etc.) relevant to anarchism/anti-oppression/organizing\, community-run workshops & skillshares\, and tabling from autonomous community groups and organizers.  \n\n\n\n📚 Anarchist Literature (books\, zines\, etc.)🎨 Art & Wares🤝 Workshops & skillshares🫒 Free Food🧸Free Childcare😷 Mandatory Masking
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/ottawa-anarchist-bookfair/
LOCATION:Jack Purcell Community Centre\, 320 Jack Purcell Ln\, Ottawa\, ON\, K2P 2J5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Market or festival,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Anarchist Bookfair":MAILTO:ottawaanarchistbookfair@proton.me
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250628T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004908
CREATED:20250413T185922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T185934Z
UID:10002428-1751104800-1751130000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:OSPN 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\nOut and About Saturdays is specialty programming for the 55+ LGBTQ2+ community. Ideas for offerings can be forwarded to the program coordinator\, Stephane Gauthier at sgauthier@thegoodcompanions.ca or by telephone at (613) 236-0428 ext. 2353.  \n\n\n\nOnce a month Stephane and the Saturday programming committee meet to discuss potential offerings and brainstorm new ideas and opportunities for programming. If you are interested in joining the committee\, please email your request to sgauthier@thegoodcompanions.ca.  \n\n\n\n_______________  \n\n\n\nYou are welcome to participate on a trial basis for 3 Saturdays before deciding to become a Good Companions member. The membership gives you access to all of The Good Companions amenities and offerings\, not just Out and About Saturdays. For more information on becoming a member please click here [https://thegoodcompanions.ca/membership/new-members/].  \n\n\n\nParking is available at the center for $2.50 a day or $30.00 annually.  \n\n\n\n*PLEASE NOTE: INDIVIDUAL FINANCIAL RESTRICTIONS WILL NEVER BE A BARRIER TO ACCESSING OUT AND ABOUT SATURDAYS OR BECOMING A MEMBER OF THE GOOD COMPANIONS. SUBSIDIES ARE AVAILABLE ON A CASE-BY-CASE BASIS. Contact Stephane Gauthier at sgauthier@thegoodcompanions.ca for details.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/ospn-out-and-about-saturdays/2025-06-28/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert Street
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250628T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250628T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004908
CREATED:20250616T164144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T164200Z
UID:10003165-1751115600-1751124600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Pride Picnic Potluck
DESCRIPTION:Pride Mississippi Mills x Safer Together \n\n\n\nPride MM has paid to rent the picnic area at Mill of Kintail Conservation Area and we will be having a little Pride Celebration to celebrate with neighbours\, friends\, and family. We ask that all food will be labeled with the name of the chef and an ingredients list – including any allergens listed in the “may contain” section of grocery labels. \n\n\n\nThe site has bathrooms\, water fountains\, shade shelter\, a playground\, a basketball net\, and is dog friendly! Parking is available near the gatehouse or next to the picnic area for people with accessibility needs. \n\n\n\nTo RSVP send an email to safertogether@proton.me ! \n\n\n\nI will be coordinating food and am accepting help from anyone who wants to volunteer\, run an activity\, or set up a booth at the picnic. \n\n\n\nHappy Pride !! XOXO Mayb
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/pride-picnic-potluck/
LOCATION:The Mill of Kintail\, 2854 C Ramsay Concession 8\, Almonte\, Ontario\, K0A1A0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Mississippi Mills,Pride,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250628T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250628T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004908
CREATED:20250624T162554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T162644Z
UID:10003182-1751119200-1751126400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Everybody Rows
DESCRIPTION:𝔹𝕀𝔾 ℕ𝔼𝕎𝕊! 💙 Everybody Rows Ottawa has invited youth\, aged 12-17 to a rowing workshop on June 28\, 2025 from 2pm-4pm. \n\n\n\nEvents that celebrate 2SLGBTQIA+ diversity in sport promotes inclusion and acceptance. Undoubtedly\, there is much work to be done when it comes to gender in sports\, but there are organizations and people in Ottawa who are making big strides through their advocacy and visibility. \n\n\n\nHUGE shoutout to Rebecca @ottawarowingclub for putting on this workshop. Happy Pride! 🌈 \n\n\n\nLet’s Row\, Connect\, and Celebrate this June. \n\n\n\nPlease DM or email us\, hello@centre33.ca with any questions.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/everybody-rows/
LOCATION:Ottawa Rowing Club\, 10 Lady Grey Dr.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1A 0G8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Kanata,Social,Sports and recreation,Youth
ORGANIZER;CN="Centre33":MAILTO:kanatacentre33@outlook.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250628T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250628T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004908
CREATED:20250608T001556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T162319Z
UID:10003135-1751135400-1751144400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Banshii Waylon's Drag Bingo
DESCRIPTION:HAPPY PRIDE ARNPRIOR!! \n\n\n\nJoin BANSHII WAYLÖN & SHEBISCUIT on JUNE 28th at THE MADAWASKA LODGE (31 JAMES STREET) for a night of unforgettable fun. \n\n\n\nArnprior is where the rivers meet? Well this is where DRAG MEETS BINGO. \n\n\n\nReady for high stakes and even higher heels? \n\n\n\nEnjoy exciting rounds of BINGÖ\, with surprise DRAG PERFORMANCES throughout the night. \n\n\n\nSit back and enjoy a night of cold drinks\, hot stunts\, and ADULT THEMED prizes. \n\n\n\nCASH BAR at venue. \n\n\n\nDoors open at 6:30PM \, games and show start at 7:00PM \n\n\n\nCash for e-transfer exchange (for tipping performers) is available at door. \n\n\n\nTickets sell out fast so get yours now!! \n\n\n\nPlease join us for a raunchy night of DRAG\, BINGO\, and ROCK ‘N’ ROLL. \n\n\n\n19+ \n\n\n\n**100% of ticket price goes towards the drag performances (not your bingo card). \n\n\n\nEVERYONE WINS AT DRAG BINGO!!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/banshii-waylons-drag-bingo/
LOCATION:Madawaska Lodge\, 31 James St.\, Arnprior\, Ontario\, K7S 1C9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arnprior,Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife,Pride,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Banshii Waylon":MAILTO:bansheewaylon@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250628T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250628T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004908
CREATED:20241029T205445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T153226Z
UID:10000229-1751137200-1751148000@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/2025-06-28/
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:20250628T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250629T020000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004908
CREATED:20250616T163238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T163314Z
UID:10003164-1751144400-1751162400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Fortress 11
DESCRIPTION:FORTRESS 11: SWEET MORGANE BDAY PARTY EDITION 😱🎂 \n\n\n\nyou GUYSSSs we have been plotting and scheming and we are so excited to present this GIGANTIC 100% local lineup of fortress besties ⚔️ \n\n\n\nPRESENTING:@ch1oehaze 👸@geunf b3b @wtfiamma b3b @sweet_morgane (FAMILY REUNION) 🧑‍🧒‍🧒@ily__bo 🫜@lilfr1dge 🫦@princia.c b2b @ttrillss_ 👯‍♀️@russplusrecords 📀@shuv.ca 🪏 \n\n\n\nLORD HAVE MERCY….TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW $10! JUNE 28! U HAVE TO BE THERE! @27club_ottawa 🚀🚀
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/fortress-11/
LOCATION:The 27 Club\, 27 York St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 5S7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Ottawa,Parties
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250628T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250629T010000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004908
CREATED:20250616T161610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T161627Z
UID:10003162-1751148000-1751158800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Fierce Fusion - 1 Year Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:✨ Get ready for a night of fabulous performances! ✨ \n\n\n\nJoin us on June 28th\, @swizzlesbar\, as we celebrate our one year anniversary\, June 28th. Yes\, it has been one year already. 9:30 pm doors open\, and the show starts at 10 pm. $10 cover. Call to reserve: 613-232-4200. \n\n\n\nYour co-producers @mr.benjamindover and @funfettidrag have teamed up to bring you an unforgettable show featuring an incredible cast from our first 5 shows: \n\n\n\n🎉@abellaburlesque🎉@breezethefairy🎉Caleb O’Guy🎉@cox.enelle🎉@dr.t.munee🎉@estherroyd🎉@morganmorbid on door \n\n\n\nDon’t miss out – come for the fun\, stay for the fierce performances! 🌟
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/fierce-fusion-1-year-anniversary/
LOCATION:Swizzles\, 246 Queen Street\,\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1P 5E4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife,Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250629T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250629T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004908
CREATED:20241029T211828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T150829Z
UID:10000984-1751196600-1751205600@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-2/2025-06-29/
LOCATION:The Vanitea Room\, 551 Somerset St West\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1R 5J9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250629T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250629T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004908
CREATED:20250624T161623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T161635Z
UID:10003181-1751198400-1751212800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Polyamorous Ottawa TNG - Outdoor Social
DESCRIPTION:We’re back in the park 🌳🌲Our June outdoor social is happening on Sunday June 29th. Come hangout with your favourite polyam friends and maybe make some new ones.Because this is in a public park it’s absolutely FREE. No ticket needed but still ages 18-35. Bring some snacks to share for a picnic and maybe a Frisbee to toss around. Because this is outdoors we strongly encourage everyone to bring water/sunscreen/bug spray/a blanket or camping chair to sit comfortably.See y’all at the end of the month 🌞🌞🌞
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/polyamorous-ottawa-tng-outdoor-social-2/
LOCATION:Confederation Park\, Elgin St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1P 5J2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250629T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250629T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004908
CREATED:20250519T170010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T170019Z
UID:10002798-1751203800-1751207400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Think On The Fling - Burlesque Improv
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder how to think on the fly during an act? The key is letting loose\, leaning into character and crowd interaction!! Those are just some of the key skills that help you elevate your burlesque in the moment. Join Miss Patience Plush as they take you through an 8 week skill building class to help you create dynamic\, creative and engaging acts. No previous experience required.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/think-on-the-fling-burlesque-improv/2025-06-29/
LOCATION:Rouge Studio of Dance\, 340 MacLaren St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0M6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Educational,Regular programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250629T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250629T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004908
CREATED:20250527T205246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250601T160553Z
UID:10002836-1751207400-1751211000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Accessibili-tease
DESCRIPTION:Burlesque is for ALL bodies; that includes abili-TEASE as well! \n\n\n\nThis class is taught by our beloved Miss Patience Plush. They are eager to share how they are rediscovering the art of burlesque after being immobilized for several months. All bodies should be celebrated and in this workshop you will be doing just that! Learn a routine of sultry confidence boosting self love intentionally choreographed for members of any ability- both sitting and standing. Join Miss Patience in reclaiming your body! \n\n\n\nClasses start at 2:30 and run on the following dates: \n\n\n\n\nSunday\, June 15\n\n\n\nSunday\, June 22\n\n\n\nSunday\, June 29\n\n\n\nSunday\, July 6
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/accessibili-tease/2025-06-29/
LOCATION:Rouge Studio of Dance\, 340 MacLaren St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0M6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Drag & Burlesque,Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250629T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250629T154000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004908
CREATED:20250520T180217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T160051Z
UID:10003283-1751207400-1751211600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Sunday Afternoon Bear Walk
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/sunday-afternoon-bear-walk-for-gay-and-bisexual-men-2/2025-06-29/
LOCATION:Ottawa / Gatineau Pathways\, Ottawa\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Sunday Afternoon Bear Walk":MAILTO:alex@sundayafternoonbearwalk.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250629T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250629T191500
DTSTAMP:20260404T004908
CREATED:20250519T171022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T171034Z
UID:10002802-1751217300-1751224500@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Trans About Town: Swim Night
DESCRIPTION:🌊Swim Night is BACK! 🌊Grab your goggles and your pals\, Trans About Town: Swim Night is happening every last Sunday of the month! \n\n\n\nThis monthly program is open to trans and gender-diverse children and youth (ages 0-24)\, family and friends are welcome to join in and share the fun! \n\n\n\nProgram Details: \n\n\n\n\nLocation: Jack Purcell Community Centre Pool\n\n\n\nTime: 5:15 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. \n\n\n\nDate: Last Sunday of each month\n\n\n\nCost: $2.77 per person. Children under 2 enter for free.If cost is a concern\, please let us know – we’re happy to help!\n\n\n\n\nBy filling out the registration form\, you’ll reserve your spot and receive a reminder email a few days before the event. Before attending\, please take a moment to review the City of Ottawa’s pool safety regulations. \n\n\n\nPlease Note:The pool we use for Trans About Town Swim Nights is a warm water pool\, meaning the pool (and room) is kept at a warmer temperature than most public pools. We recommend bringing water to stay hydrated\, and to dress accordioning\, especially if you are planning to hang out on the pool deck! \n\n\n\nFor any questions or assistance\, don’t hesitate to reach out at ash@tenoaksproject.org \n\n\n\nWe can’t wait to see you there! \n\n\n\n🔗Register through the link below
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/trans-about-town-swim-night/2025-06-29/
LOCATION:Jack Purcell Community Centre\, 320 Jack Purcell Ln\, Ottawa\, ON\, K2P 2J5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250629T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250629T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004908
CREATED:20250607T235807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T161939Z
UID:10003133-1751221800-1751230800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Drag Bingo Shrek-Themed
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to have Devona Coe and a special guest host Drag Bingo at Hammond Golf and Broken Stick Brewery! Admission includes 4 rounds of bingo with 4 cards per round\, performance by Devona Coe and guest and the chance to win fantastic prizes! This is a PG13 event. \n\n\n\nIn addition\, proceeds from sales of our beautiful rainbow cocktails will be donated to LGBTTQ+ Around the Rainbow; a community-based program that provides a full range of education\, counselling and support services offered by Family Services Ottawa. \n\n\n\nDinner is available for an additional fee. Doors at 6\, show at 6:30. \n\n\n\nNous sommes ravis que Devona Coe et un invité spécial accueille Drag Bingo au Hammond Golf et à la brasserie Broken Stick ! L’entrée comprend 4 parties de bingo avec 4 cartes par partie\, une performance de Devona Coe et de son invité et la chance de gagner des prix fantastiques ! Il s’agit d’un événement PG13. \n\n\n\nDe plus\, une partie des recettes de la vente de nos magnifiques cocktails arc-en-ciel sera reversée à LGBTTQ+ Around the Rainbow; un programme communautaire qui offre une gamme complète de services d’éducation\, de conseil et de soutien offerts par Services à la famille Ottawa. \n\n\n\nLe souper est disponible moyennant des frais supplémentaires. Ouverture des portes à 18 heures\, spectacle à 18 h 30.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/drag-bingo-shrek-themed/
LOCATION:Hammond Golf and Country Club\, 600 Du Golf Rd.\, Hammond\, Ontario\, K0A 2A0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Hammond,Nightlife,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250629T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250629T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004908
CREATED:20250624T155224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T155238Z
UID:10003176-1751223600-1751229000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Lanark County Voices
DESCRIPTION:“Lanark County Voices … There’s a Place for Me Here” features thirteen incredible members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community\, offering you a glimpse of what their lives are like in Lanark County. \n\n\n\nThis documentary weaves their stories together into a vital archive of their insights\, struggles and hopes for the future. You will hear how people have built a community; how\, amidst many positive changes\, the continued need for progress persists. \n\n\n\nAdmission is free. In lieu of tickets\, please consider making a donation!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/lanark-county-voices-2/
LOCATION:Mississippi Valley Textile Museum\, 3 Rosamond St E\, Almonte\, Ontario\, K0A 1A0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Family friendly,Mississippi Mills,Pride
ORGANIZER;CN="Queer Connection Lanark":MAILTO:qclanark@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250629T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250629T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004908
CREATED:20250624T193933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T193945Z
UID:10003187-1751223600-1751234400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Art-N-Tell
DESCRIPTION:ART-N-TELL IS BACK SUNDAY JUNE 29th! 🎉❤️🎨 \n\n\n\nSo what’s Art-N-Tell all about?🎤🎸🖼️✍️ \n\n\n\nIt’s your chance to share whatever you’ve been creating—whether it’s polished and ready or still in progress. Paintings\, poems\, songs\, sketches\, fashion\, whatever you’re working on—we want to see it! Not ready to share yet? Come hang out and support your fellow artists. \n\n\n\nHere’s the scoop: \n\n\n\n💥 It’s FREE! \n\n\n\nNo cover\, no gatekeeping—just a fun\, open space for artists of all levels to come together. We love making it easy for people to engage with and support local art. \n\n\n\n🎩 Want to share something? Toss your name in the hat when you arrive—everyone gets a turn. It’s a low-pressure\, high-love kind of night. \n\n\n\n🎨 The only “rule”: whatever you bring must be something you’ve created or added your artistic touch to. No projector available\, but laptops are totally fine if you’re showing something digital. \n\n\n\nJoin us for a cozy night of creativity\, community\, and some of Ottawa’s most inspiring hidden talents. Let’s make next Sunday night something special. 💫❤️
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/art-n-tell/
LOCATION:Pour Boy\, 495 Somerset St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 5J7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Nightlife,Ottawa,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250629T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250629T230000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004908
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000524-1751227200-1751238000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2025-06-29/
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:20250630T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250630T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004908
CREATED:20250409T154054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T154103Z
UID:10002398-1751302800-1751310000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun\, queer chat with people your age? Want to just hang out\, eat some snacks and meet new friends? Are you interested in having some discussions about sexuality\, identity\, homophobia and your personal experience? YSB is proud to offer Spectrum\, a program for 2SLGBTQ+ youth in Ottawa! \n\n\n\nSpectrum meets every Monday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \n\n\n\nWe provide workshops\, discussion groups\, and art collaborations\, as well as counselling services\, peer mentoring\, and primary care resources. \n\n\n\nSpectrum can help with challenges like depression\, anxiety and suicide while also offering practical support to navigate the mental health\, housing and educational systems. \n\n\n\nSpectrum is also a safe space for youth to: \n\n\n\n\nMeet new people\n\n\n\nEngage in workshops and discussions\n\n\n\nAccess services like showers\, laundry\, computers\, telephones\n\n\n\nGet referrals\n\n\n\nAccess trained counsellors and peer mentors if youth need to talk\n\n\n\nJust hang out!\n\n\n\n\nActivities include: \n\n\n\n\nAn introduction to our space and expectations\n\n\n\nA queer current events discussion\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nAccess to snack during group\, showers\, laundry\, harm reduction supplies\, telephone\, internet\n\n\n\nAccess to crisis counsellors from YSB and/or our in-house counsellor from Centretown Community Health Centre\n\n\n\nA relaxed space where youth can be out and proud!\n\n\n\n\nContact: Aidan FritzEmail: afritz@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum/2025-06-30/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Family friendly,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250630T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250630T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004908
CREATED:20250413T184756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T163238Z
UID:10002422-1751308200-1751313600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:5-Pin Bowling
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. 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.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/5-pin-bowling/2025-06-30/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250630T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250630T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004908
CREATED:20250624T160859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T160927Z
UID:10003180-1751310000-1751317200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Hairy Situation: A Comedy Show by ALOK
DESCRIPTION:ALOK (they/them) is an internationally acclaimed poet\, comedian\, public speaker\, and actor. ALOK’s literary works “Beyond the Gender Binary\,” “Femme in Public\,” and “Your Wound\, My Garden\,” have garnered global recognition. Their dynamic presence has captivated audiences in over 40 countries\, with sold-out shows at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and the Netflix is a Joke Festival. ALOK’s first comedy special BIOLOGY! [alokvmenon.com] was executive produced by Christopher Guest. They are the subject of the docu-short “ALOK” executive produced by Jodie Foster and directed by Alex Hedison\, which made its debut at the Sundance Film Festival in 2024. On screen\, they can also be seen in Complicated Order\, The Trans List\, and Absolute Dominion (forthcoming). On television\, they can be seen on HBO’s Sex Lives of College Girls\, Sort Of and Random Acts of Flyness\, Hulu’s Planet Sex with Cara Delevingne\, and Netflix’s Gender Agenda Comedy Special and Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/hairy-situation-a-comedy-show-by-alok/
LOCATION:Bronson Centre\, 211 Bronson Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 5H6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Nightlife,Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250701T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250701T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004908
CREATED:20250514T184617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T184641Z
UID:10002643-1751394600-1751400000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Frontrunners
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nRuns are held: \n\n\n\n\nTuesdays at 6:30 pm\, after which we go for coffee (Routes)\n\n\n\nSaturdays at 9:00 am (9:30 am from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March inclusive)\, followed by breakfast  (Routes)\n\n\n\n\nWomen’s 5km run \n\n\n\n\nFridays at 5:00 pm\n\n\n\nThis event is open to all who identify as women\, female-identifying\, non-binary\, and Two-Spirit individuals\n\n\n\nFor more details\, please email wmns@ottawafrontrunners.org \n\n\n\n\nNOTICE: 2025 Gatineau runs — Saturdays\, 10 May\, 14 June\, 12 July\, 9 August\, 13 September\, and 11 October. \n\n\n\nCancellation 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.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/frontrunners/2025-07-01/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250702T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250702T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004908
CREATED:20250625T163910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T163925Z
UID:10003189-1751479200-1751486400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:K1 Fr
DESCRIPTION:Ce mois-ci\, nous vous invitons à découvrir les ressources disponibles à la Bibliothèque publique d’Ottawa. Nous allons découvrir ensemble comment y avoir accès et comment en profiter pleinement en tant que personne francophone. \n\n\n\nInscrivez-vous ci-dessous pour réserver votre place.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/k1-fr/
LOCATION:Ottawa Public Library\, 120 Metcalfe St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1P 5M2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,MAX Programs,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250702T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250702T230000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004908
CREATED:20250624T194736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T194750Z
UID:10003188-1751486400-1751497200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Little Window's Transference Tour at House Of Targ
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for an unforgettable night of music and art at House of Targ! \n\n\n\nLittle Window will set the stage with strange creatures and creations to host unforgettable live perfromances by local projects Band Zone and Salmon Ella\, followed by performances from Tkaronto’s art freaks Little Window and queer icon Rae Spoon! \n\n\n\nThe show celebrates the launch of Tranference\, the newest artbook of Little Window’s guitarist/vocalists Eli Howey. \n\n\n\nDoors 8pm \n\n\n\nShow 8:30pm \n\n\n\nNo one turned away for lack of funds! \n\n\n\nN95 masks suggested. \n\n\n\nAll venue access info and FAQs here
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/little-windows-transference-tour-at-house-of-targ/
LOCATION:House of Targ\, 1077 Bank St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1S 0R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Live music,Nightlife,Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250703T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250703T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004908
CREATED:20250128T212143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T212151Z
UID:10001638-1751569200-1751572800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:OGRC Weekly Run
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAfter 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! \nSee you at 7:00 PM—let’s hit the pavement together!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/ogrc-weekly-run/2025-07-03/
LOCATION:T’s Pub\, 323 Somerset St W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250703T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250703T201000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004908
CREATED:20250602T193247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T193339Z
UID:10002854-1751569200-1751573400@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/2025-07-03/
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:20250703T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250703T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T004908
CREATED:20250703T142651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T142703Z
UID:10003207-1751572800-1751580000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Collective Temptation: A Night of Troupe Performances
DESCRIPTION:Join the troupes of Rouge Studio of Dance for a thrilling night of burlesque! \n\n\n\nDoors open at 7pm\, show starts at 8pm. There will be gogo so bring those bills! \n\n\n\nPlease note\, the venue is up a flight of stairs\, seating is very limited and the music is loud. Feel free to bring ear plugs\, we will also have some available at the door. Please let us know if you require accessibility seating.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/collective-temptation-a-night-of-troupe-performances-2/
LOCATION:Berlin Nightclub\, 56 Byward Market Sq\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 7A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="Rouge Studio of Dance":MAILTO:randirouge@gmail.com
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