MAX Ottawa

Groupe de soutien par et pour les personnes trans et non-binaires (16+) en présentiel
2025-12-19 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Toronto) | Maison Communautaire Daniel-Johnson, 22 Rue Arthur-Buies, Gatineau, Quebec, J8Z 1P5, Canada
Trans Outaouais offre son groupe de soutien en présentiel pour les membres de la communauté trans et ses allié·es, ainsi que personnes en questionnement de 16 ans et plus mensuellement.

Rejoignez-nous pour des discussions enrichissantes tous les 3e vendredi du mois de 18h30 à 20h30, à la 🏠Maison Communautaire Daniel-Johnson, 22 Rue Arthur-Buies, Gatineau, QC, pour une chance de partager nos expériences, de poser nos questions et de s’offrir une écoute bienveillante entre nous.✨

Venez seul.e ou accompagné·e d’une personne rencontrer des membres de la communauté de la diversité de genre en Outaouais.

Le déroulement des groupes (en personne et virtuel) :

Tour de table pour se présenter (participation obligatoire)

Présentation du groupe (qui est Trans Outaouais, quel est l’objectif du groupe, reconnaissance des territoires)

Règles de bon fonctionnement (confidentialité, besoins d’accessibilité, règlements, info sur le local/sur le fonctionnement de Zoom)

Partage sur le sujet au choix des participant·es ou suggéré par l’animateurice (participation optionnelle, mais encouragée). Pause de 10 minutes après 30 minutes.

« Check-in » avant la fin du groupe (participation optionnelle)

Annonces (messages de Trans Outaouais, événements à venir, etc.)

Fin du groupe.

À propos de l’animation :

Stéph Meunier (iel/ellui, il/lui, elle) anime des groupes de soutien et des ateliers pour la communauté 2SLGBTQIA+ depuis plus de 10 ans. Iel anime le groupe trans 16 ans + de Trans Outaouais depuis 2024 et a travaillé avec l’organisme alors qu’iel travaillait chez Jeunesse Idem comme intervenant·e. Son approche est ancrée dans l’anti-oppression et la justice sociale. Son animation vise à encourager l’empowerment des participant·es et à cultiver l’entraide et un sens d’appartenance à la communauté que l’on construit ensemble. Au quotidien, Stéph aime chanter avec des ami·es, nager, faire de l’art et vivre en coop d’habitation.

Fortress for Palestine
2025-12-19 21:00 - 2025-12-20 02:00 | SAW, 67 Nicholas St, Ottawa, ON, K1N 7B9, Canada
Join us for the first ever fortress fundraiser, with 100 % of profits going to The Sameer Project

From 10 to 2:

beastbunny

bitrate

fiamma

tanner castro

y3kuzey

3 open decks slots available from 9 – 10

~ THIS IS NO ORDINARY FORTRESS ~

We will be providing activities for your enjoyment and stimulation, including but by no means limited to:

secret gifts in exchange for donations

holiday card making + crafts

raffle

!!! We are also sooo excited to announce the return of fortress merch, and u will even have opportunities to win some !!!

You may also choose to donate $2 or $5 directly to the fundraiser when purchasing your ticket online <3 but there will be many more opportunities to donate! 😀

19+

Magic the Gathering
2025-12-20 17:00 - 20:00 | Ottawa Trans Library, 1104 Somerset St. West, Ottawa, Ontario, K1Y3C8, Canada
Join the Ottawa Trans Library community for an evening of Magic: The Gathering Commander! This is a laid-back, cozy space for players to relax, play, and connect. Whether your experienced or still learning the ropes, bring your own deck and enjoy some fun, casual games in a welcoming community atmosphere.

Bottomless Dine & Drag Dinner
2025-12-20 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-12-27 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!

Santa is Here
2025-12-20 19:00 - 22:00 | ON
This year’s Secret Santa pairs CORAS clients with women from the community in a warm, supportive space meant to encourage connection, reintegration, and the simple joy of sharing our lives with one another–especially over the holidays, which can be isolating for many.

The Secret Santa is full, but spots remain for folks interested in coming to the event!

Special performance from Koston Kreme

Venue shared after registration (through the link below)

Queer Holiday Dinner Party
2025-12-21 14:00 - 16:00 | The Grove, 18 Louisa St., Ottawa, Ontario, K1R6Y6, Canada
📍 18 Louisa Street, Suite #280, Ottawa(Outside & Inside — dress warmly!)

🍴 Chef Ric’s Food Truck will be onsite donating 200 holiday meals — come early! Turkey with mashed potato and gravy, carrots, stuffing and cranberry sauce! Limited vegetarian options will also be available!

WE LOVE CHEF RIC!!!

🍰 Dessert lovingly donated by @bstaubi

🪑 Adrienne & The Grove Studio are creating a cozy space for community dining — room for 40 guests at a time, rotating between 2-4 pm.

🥡 Prefer take-out? Grab your meal and bring the cheer home!

☕ Free Hot Apple Cider upstairs in Suite 280. Donated by Queer legend @nady999

The incredible Dj Powrhaus 🙌 😍

🎅 Bring the kids!

Santa (Elaina) & Mrs. Claus (Pompon Minoune) will be present for photos and festive fun while talented DJ Powrhaus spins your favourite holiday tracks! 🎶

😷 Masking required when not eating.

💖 Donations accepted onsite for the 2026 Ottawa Dyke March.

Brought to you with love by@dykeseries • @chefrics • @thegrovestudio • @djpowrhaus • @pomponminoune

Sunday Afternoon Bear Walk
2025-12-21 14:30 - 15:40, 2025-12-28 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.

Paint Your Holiday Pride
2025-12-21 18:30 - 21:00 | Color Me Mine Merivale, 1595 Merivale Rd #6, Nepean, Ontario, K2G 3J4, Canada
Our Drag & Paint Night is back! 🎄🌈

Hosted by Eden Moore featuring Ruby Foxglove:

Together they will guarantee an evening of high-energy lip syncs, campy performances, charismatic hosting, and show-stopping looks. All paired with painting the pottery of your choice!

Celebrate your pride at Color Me Mine with our colourful Drag Show! Special after-hours event with performances from incredible local Drag Queens. Enjoy a night dedicated to pride, love, and community. All ages are welcome to attend!

Karaoke Night
2025-12-21 20:00 - 23:00, 2025-12-25 20:00 - 23:00, 2025-12-28 20:00 - 23:00, 2026-01-01 20:00 - 23:00 | T’s, 323 Somerset Street West, Ottawa, ON, 2P 0J8, Canada
Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.

5-Pin Bowling
2025-12-22 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-12-29 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.

Season of Light: A Solstice Concert
2025-12-22 20:30 - 21:45 | Centretown United Church, 507 Bank St., Ottawa, Ontario, K2P 1Z5, Canada
Join us at the Season of Light concert to celebrate the turning of the year!To welcome back the light, Tone Cluster and Queer Cadence choirs present music of Solstice and Yule. Harmony and hope intertwine as we honour this moment of stillness with songs of reflection, renewal, and joy.Come warm your spirit!The concert will be approx. 75 mins (no intermission) with a light reception to follow.

The venue is Centretown United, which is a wheelchair accessible space and has gender neutral single stall washrooms. Seating is wooden pews; please bring a cushion if needed.

Street parking is available throughout the neighbourhood and there are nearby bus stops.

Please contact manager@tonecluster.ca if you have any questions.

Ottawa Trans Library Youth Group
2025-12-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Ottawa Trans Library, 1104 Somerset St. West, Ottawa, Ontario, K1Y3C8, Canada
Calling all 2SLGBTQIA+ youth! Are you between the ages of 14-19 and interested in connecting with other Queer youth in your community? Drop into OTL’s Youth Group to make some new friends and learn more about our community. Meetings are casual and drop in, so you can stay for as long or as little as you would like. Expect a mix of discussion, low stakes activities, and free time to chat and connect. We will be meeting on the fourth Thursday of each month, so if you can’t make this one we hope to see you in the future!

OGRC Weekly Run
2025-12-25 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-01-01 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
2025-12-25 19:00 - 20:10, 2026-01-01 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.

Winter Get Down Dance Party
2025-12-27 19:30 - 22:30 | The Grove, 18 Louisa St., Ottawa, Ontario, K1R6Y6, Canada
End the year with a sweet little sober dance party!

We’re ending the year with a dance party at @TheGrove featuring @djdelpilar! Expect high-energy dance tracks and all your fave queers!

Get fancy and dance with cuties!

Optional Gift Exchange

We’re holding a little gift exchange. Wrap up your fave (used) book, something you were gifted but won’t use, write out a poem you wrote, share a zine or some homemade cookies! Any cute little gift for the trade pile. Anyone who wants to participate will leave their gift with the others and take one with them when they leave.

Highlights

This event centers people who are queer and/or trans who take covid precautions in their everyday lives. Allies who take covid precautions are also welcome but please be mindful that this is primarily a space for queer and/or trans folks. We also welcome 2SLGBTQIA+ folks who are interested in a sober-friendly space and who will respect the covid-safer protocols of this event!

Mask mandatory event (KN95 or better). Masks are provided at the door and required before entry.

This is a substance-free and sober-friendly event. Guests are welcome to consume before or after the event, but please be mindful of intoxication levels.

Sliding scale tickets.

The canteen is open for non-alcoholic beverages. Please enjoy in the hall.

Accessibility Details

Please avoid wearing anything scented.

Various kinds of seats are available, see below.

You’re encouraged to bring your earplugs and some are available for free onsite.

No strobes/flashing lights

The building has an elevator

The door to The Grove is not automatic.

COVID safety

Masks mandatory: KN95 or better.

3 air purifiers in use.

A CO2 monitor is available and visible throughout the event.

The HVAC system will be in operation, as well as 3 air purifiers. Windows will be open, depending on temperature.

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

Email: 613living@gmail.com if you have questions or access needs.

Notes About The Grove

280-18 Louisa is on the 2nd floor of the building.

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

For seating, we have several options –

White folding chairs (max 225lbs /102 kg static)

Blue stacking chairs ( max 660lbs / 299.3 kg static)

Brown couch (max 700lbs/317.5 kg static)

Rustic brown stools (max 264.5lbs/ 120 kg static)

Fierce Fusion
2025-12-27 21:30 - 2025-12-28 01:00 | Swizzles, 246 Queen Street,, Ottawa, ON, K1P 5E4, Canada
Yall ready to close off 2025!?

Join us at Swizzles December 27th to shut it dooooowwwwwnnn!

Starring :

✨ @funfettidrag as your DJ✨ @samsmitten_ as your guest host✨ @thegardenof_moore✨ @bj_stroker✨ @stripesnsweets✨ @niki.peee✨ @dr.t.munee on door

Doors open at 9:30 pm , show starts at 10 pm!

Drag Brunch
2025-12-28 11:30 - 14:00 | The Vanitea Room, 551 Somerset St West, Ottawa, ON, K1R 5J9, Canada
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.

Nonbinary Social and Crafternoon
2025-12-28 14:00 - 17:00 | Ottawa Trans Library, 1104 Somerset St. West, Ottawa, Ontario, K1Y3C8, Canada
What to expect: Non-binary people and friends hanging out and crafting. We have supplies for making bracelets, folding origami, colored beads, embroidery floss, and plastic lace. Volunteer coordinators will be wearing name tags and can help answer any questions you might have.

If you would like an idea of what the event space looks like, check out our recent pics in the gallery.

What to bring: You don’t need to bring anything. You are welcome to bring your own crafting materials. Food and drink is welcome, also.

Be Gay, Do Art
2025-12-29 17:00 - 20:00 | Kind Space, 400 Cooper St. suite 9001, Ottawa, Ontario, K2P 2N1, Canada
Are you 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️+?Are you creative?

Then join us for our last Be Gay & Do Art of 2025!

☆ All ages, art, creative mediums, and skill levels are welcome! ☆

BGDA is an all-ages drop-in program, so feel free to come and go as needed!

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📅 Monday December 29th⏰️ 5:00 – 8:00 PM📍Kind Space (400 Cooper St.)

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We will have snacks, drinks, and donated art supplies for folks to use, including collage supplies, jewelry making, painting, and more!

We also encourage folks to bring extra supplies they’d be willing to share (or donate) for those who might want to learn a new art form or try out a new medium!

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This month we will also have supplies to decorate picture frames! While we encourage folks to B.Y.O.F. (bring your own frame), we will also have some available in various sizes, alongside lots of potential decorations!

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Wheelie Productions is committed to accessibility & disability justice. If you require any extra support to attend this event, please reach out.

As part of this commitment, we will be requiring masks for those attending. We ask that all attendees wear a high-quality mask/respirator (KN95 or better) to increase the safety of our space. We will have extra KN95 & N95 masks available for anyone who needs one!

To maintain a masked space, we will have a separate room with extra air purifiers for those who are eating/drinking (thus having to remove their masks!).

More Access Notes:

☆ Kind Space has extra air purification throughout the space.☆ Kind Space is wheelchair accessible, with an elevator to access the space and automatic doors!☆ There are both gendered, stalled washrooms and accessible non-gendered washrooms.☆ Accessible by public transit (#11, #6 & #7) with paid on-street parking (subject to availability!)☆ Low/no-scent space☆ Quiet space available

Soft & Low Seasonal Social
2025-12-29 18:30 - 21:30 | Probe Ottawa, 41 York St 3rd & 4th floor, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 5S7, Canada
Welcome to the Soft and Low Social Night! Embracing the spirit of the eponymous play party, Probe and the Soft and Low Crew are bringing you this event on the last Monday of every month. Join us for light conversation, bring your scent-free arts and crafts, or enjoy board and card games with us during this chill evening!

Feel free to dress in your favourite winter spirit attire to celebrate the holidays with us. ❄️ If you’re feeling extra naughty this year, bring your Krampus horns! Escape from the cold and join us for some hot chocolate, crafts, and fun games to celebrate the end of 2025 and welcome 2026! 🎉

Why Soft and Low? Social Nights can be so much fun and a great way to get to know the community! However, for those with sensory processing issues and multiple chemical sensitivities, they can become overwhelming and unmanageable due to lighting, noise and loud talking, and wafts of perfume. Soft and Low events strive to create a pleasant, quieter atmosphere with dimmed lighting for those who require a less overstimulating environment.

We request that attendees refrain from using scented body and hair products such as perfumes, sprays, colognes, fragranced shampoos/conditioners, scented lotions, strong deodorants, hairsprays, etc. the day of or during the event. Please ensure any craft items brought into the space are non-toxic, easy to clean up, and don’t produce fumes or odors (i.e. no glues, markers, glitter, varnishes, or paints except watercolours). Those wearing fragranced products will kindly be offered the opportunity to return at another time, thus ensuring a scent-free environment for all participants with sensitivities or allergies.

This is a drop in event. Membership is not required. Light snacks and non alcoholic beverages are always provided. Feel free to contribute to our intergalactic cause with a donation – your support fuels our mission to explore and connect the community together.

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.

Angels & Demons: a blessed and possessed New Years
2025-12-31 21:00 - 2026-01-01 02:00 | SAW, 67 Nicholas St, Ottawa, ON, K1N 7B9, Canada
Ottawa’s queerest NYE party returns with an ethereal twist!

Ring in 2026 with us by celebrating the divine and the damned 😇 😈

We’re opening the pearly gates and sharpening our horns to bring you drag performances, djs and dancing, and an art market filled with local creators that show the beauty of above and below!

Dress to ascend or fall – halos, horns, and everything in between are encouraged! This is a space for queer joy, self-expression, and community. If you’re needing some heavenly or hellish inspiration, check out our mood board!

New Year's Eve at The Royal Oak
2025-12-31 21:30 - 2026-01-01 01:30 | The Royal Oak, 180 Kent St., Ottawa, Ontario, K1P 0B6, Canada
Ring in 2026 with Holli Cow and iconic guests at The Royal Oak at 180 Kent St.!

🍾Welcome to the New Year’s Eve Drag Show at The Royal Oak (180 Kent St.)!🍾

Come join us as we celebrate a fabulous evening filled with delicious food, drinks and fierce drag performances that will blow your socks off into next year – literally!🤯

On Wednesday, December 31st, get ready to pop champagne bottles with Holli Cow and the iconic cast! Performances by:

🐮 Holli Cow (OutTV’s “Dating Unlocked”, CBC’s “Still Standing”)

🕺 Francis Coe

🥂 Nut Ella

❄️ Yeti the Drag Queen

Grab your friends and family, get your tickets and pull up a seat for this New Year’s celebration!

Follow Farm Haus Events on Eventbrite and Instagram for more upcoming events in 2026! Please note this event is 19+.
