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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260420T183000
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UID:10004915-1776709800-1776715200@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/2026-04-20/
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:20260420T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260420T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160000
CREATED:20260408T194856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T194858Z
UID:10004823-1776700800-1776715200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Ten Oaks' Gender Gear Program
DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning about\, trying on and taking home some FREE gender gear? We’ve got binders\, gaffs\, packers\, and padded bras! Drop by the Ten Oaks Project office on Monday evenings between 4 and 8pm.📝 Registration Required
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/ten-oaks-gender-gear-program/2026-04-20/
LOCATION:Ten Oaks Project\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Service,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260419T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260419T230000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160000
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000608-1776628800-1776639600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2026-04-19/
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:20260419T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260419T220000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160000
CREATED:20260326T161800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T161804Z
UID:10004842-1776625200-1776636000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:EEJUNGMI & Yolande Laroche at the Champagne Bath
DESCRIPTION:Bringing bubbling pop songs and ambient-electronic selections\, we are thrilled to welcome EEJUNGMI to the Champagne Bath this spring in celebration of her debut album Water is a Shifting Mirror\, constructed from field recordings of rivers\, currents of driving bass\, and splashes of the artist’s ethereal voice. She will be joined by local multi-genre angel Yolande Laroche\, both offering up a hybrid performance of live and DJ’d material. \n\n\n\nExperience the show from inside the pool through underwater speakers\, in the sauna\, or poolside under the sun roof. \n\n\n\nWhat to bring: \n\n\n\nBathing suit\, Towel\, Robe\, Flip flops or slides for pool deck / showers\, Lock for changing room lockers\, Non-glass water bottle \n\n\n\nAbout the space: \n\n\n\nThere are two change rooms: one for women and gender nonconforming folks and one for men and gender nonconforming folks. No gender policing will be tolerated – please use the change room you are most comfortable with\, and respect others’ right to choose. \n\n\n\nChange rooms have 2 private stalls with toilets\, and open showers with multiple shower heads. \n\n\n\nLockers are available in change rooms for personal belongings. \n\n\n\nNo food or drink permitted in the change rooms. Water bottles (no glass please) are permitted on the pool deck and mezzanine. \n\n\n\nThere is a dry sauna on the pool deck. Capacity is limited to 10 people at a time. \n\n\n\nSeating available on pool deck. \n\n\n\nParking – Free parking in lot behind building. Free street parking on York St. Bike parking in front of building.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/eejungmi-yolande-laroche-at-the-champagne-bath/
LOCATION:Champagne Bath\, 321 King Edward Ave\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 5T8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="Debaser":MAILTO:hello@debaser.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260419T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260419T154000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160000
CREATED:20250520T180217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T160051Z
UID:10003325-1776609000-1776613200@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-2/2026-04-19/
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:20260418T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260418T233000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160000
CREATED:20260408T174854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T174903Z
UID:10004940-1776546000-1776555000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:613 Basement Burlesque
DESCRIPTION:Come see local burlesque and variety performers in swizzles basement bar for cheeky hilarity\, dazzling costumes\, and a great time! \n\n\n\nJoin us for a night of burlesque and variety entertainment at Swizzles for Basement Burlesque! Get ready to be dazzled by the seductive and silly performances of talented burlesque artists and variety performers. This April edition\, your host Lolo Merlot takes you through performances by Bella Barecat\, Rowena Way\, Koston Kreme\, and Ava Adore! It’s a feast for the senses\, with cheeky hilarity\, sexy performances\, and mesmerizing costumes. Don’t miss out on the chance to experience the art of burlesque up close and personal. Grab your friends\, dress to impress\, and prepare for a night of unforgettable fun. Get your tickets now! \n\n\n\nDoors at 9pm\, Show at 10pm \n\n\n\nCome early for a good seat! \n\n\n\nNO RESERVATIONS
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/613-basement-burlesque-3/
LOCATION:Swizzles\, 246 Queen Street\,\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1P 5E4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife,Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260418T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260418T230000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160000
CREATED:20260408T185653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T185701Z
UID:10004943-1776542400-1776553200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Community Canvas
DESCRIPTION:Community Canvas is a relaxing\, low-pressure art night focused on creative flow and connection. \n\n\n\n3 large canvases for communal creation and a buffet of materials to explore\, including watercolor\, acrylics\, ink\, and more. \n\n\n\nA curated soundtrack will move our energy through the night\, from soft focus to upbeat dance vibes. \n\n\n\nThis experience is designed to be a creative spark and an exercise in releasing the ego: anything you paint may be transformed by someone else. It’s the perfect opportunity to connect with others with a conversation starter already built in. \n\n\n\nNo prior art experience needed • Materials included • Inclusive space \n\n\n\nJust bring yourself and a drink.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/community-canvas/
LOCATION:Arlington 5\, 5 Arlington Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 1C1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="Angeles Sun":MAILTO:anyusun@me.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260418T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260418T223000
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CREATED:20260408T194141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T194145Z
UID:10004949-1776538800-1776551400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spring Dance Party with Homo Phono!
DESCRIPTION:Kick off those winter blues with a sweet little dance party! \n\n\n\nSlide into spring with a queer dance party at The Grove featuring DJ Delpilar! Expect high-energy dance tracks and all your fave queers! \n\n\n\nGet fancy and dance with cuties! \n\n\n\nHighlights \n\n\n\n\nThis 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!\n\n\n\nMask mandatory event (KN95 or better). Masks are provided at the door and required before entry.\n\n\n\nThis 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.\n\n\n\nSliding scale tickets.\n\n\n\nThe canteen is open for non-alcoholic beverages. Please enjoy in the hall.\n\n\n\n\nAccessibility Details \n\n\n\n\nPlease avoid wearing anything scented.\n\n\n\nVarious kinds of seats are available\, see below.\n\n\n\nYou’re encouraged to bring your earplugs\, and some are available for free onsite.\n\n\n\nNo strobes/flashing lights\n\n\n\nThe building has an elevator\n\n\n\nThe door to The Grove is not automatic.\n\n\n\n\nCOVID safety \n\n\n\n\nMasks mandatory: KN95 or better.\n\n\n\n3 air purifiers in use.\n\n\n\nA CO2 monitor is available and visible throughout the event.\n\n\n\nThe HVAC system will be in operation\, as well as 3 air purifiers. Windows will be open\, depending on the temperature.\n\n\n\nPlease stay home if you or anyone you’re in contact with isn’t feeling well.\n\n\n\n\nEmail: 613living@gmail.com if you have questions or access needs. \n\n\n\nNotes About The Grove \n\n\n\n280-18 Louisa is on the 2nd floor of the building. \n\n\n\nThere 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. \n\n\n\nThe studio is over 800 square feet of open space with an 11 ft ceiling \n\n\n\nFor seating\, we have several options – \n\n\n\nWhite folding chairs (max 225lbs /102 kg static) \n\n\n\nBlue stacking chairs ( max 660lbs / 299.3 kg static) \n\n\n\nBrown couch (max 700lbs/317.5 kg static) \n\n\n\nRustic brown stools (max 264.5lbs/ 120 kg static)
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spring-dance-party-with-homo-phono/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Nightlife,Ottawa,Parties
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260418T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260418T220000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160000
CREATED:20241029T205445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T153226Z
UID:10000271-1776538800-1776549600@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/2026-04-18/
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:20260418T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260418T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160000
CREATED:20260402T190529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T190549Z
UID:10004854-1776504600-1776513600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Frontrunners: Saturday Run & Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:5\, 7\, and 9KM runs with the Frontrunners. \n\n\n\nAll runs begin at the Lisgar Street entrance of City Hall\, 111 Lisgar. \n\n\n\nCancellation of runs are rare\, only owing to holidays and hazardous weather. When runs are cancelled\, they post a notice on their  site and send an e-mail to members.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/frontrunners-saturday-run-breakfast/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:City Hall (Lisgar St Entrance)\, 111 Lisgar\, Ottawa\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260417T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260418T020000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160000
CREATED:20260408T190300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T190304Z
UID:10004944-1776463200-1776477600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:HOTT Stuff
DESCRIPTION:NEW SEASON \n\n\n\nNEW ENERGY \n\n\n\nSAME 2SLGBTQ+ SAFE SPACE \n\n\n\nSAME PASSION FOR ELECTRONIC MUSIC \n\n\n\nSpring has arrived… and things are about to heat up again. \n\n\n\nOttawa’s steamiest 2SLGBTQ+ quarterly dance event returns for HOTT STUFF: Edition V\, bringing the energy\, the sweat\, and the community back to The 27 Club — our home for 250 bodies ready to move\, connect\, and celebrate the season together. \n\n\n\nAs the city wakes up from winter\, we’re turning the temperature up inside. \n\n\n\nBehind the decks\, your HOTT STUFF residents return: \n\n\n\nDiskommander delivering deep\, driving beats\, and JC Simon pushing the night into full-throttle spring fever. \n\n\n\nThis is the night to shed the winter energy. \n\n\n\nTo step into the light. \n\n\n\nTo lose yourself in the music and feel the dancefloor come alive again. \n\n\n\nFresh season. \n\n\n\nFresh heat. \n\n\n\nSame HOTT STUFF. \n\n\n\nCome early. \n\n\n\nStay late. \n\n\n\nLet the spring awakening begin. \n\n\n\nTickets at the door until capacity.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/hott-stuff-4/
LOCATION:The 27 Club\, 27 York St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 5S7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Nightlife,Ottawa,Parties
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260417T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260417T230000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160000
CREATED:20260326T161150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T161155Z
UID:10004841-1776456000-1776466800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Witch Prophet Album Release Show + ChristJay
DESCRIPTION:Witch Prophet returns to Club SAW to celebrate the release of her upcoming album Words Are Spells / Thoughts Are Magic With special guest ChristJay \n\n\n\nWitch Prophet is a Toronto-based\, Ethiopian/Eritrean singer-songwriter\, producer\, and creative visionary whose work blends jazz fusion\, neo-soul\, and trip-hop\, with multilingual vocals in English\, Tigrinya\, and Amharic. Drawing on her ancestral lineage and lived experience\, she creates spiritually resonant\, groove-centered music that feels both futuristic and deeply rooted. \n\n\n\nHer critically acclaimed discography (including The Golden Octave\, D.N.A Activation\, and Gateway Experience)has earned praise from Billboard\, Pitchfork\, Complex\, FADER\, CBC Music\, Exclaim!\, Bandcamp\, and more\, along with Polaris Prize shortlist and longlist recognition. Known for her hypnotic vocal style\, rich harmonies\, and boundary-pushing sonic worlds\, Witch Prophet has performed at major festivals such as Montreal Jazz Festival\, Vancouver Jazz Festival\, Winnipeg Folk Festival\, The Great Escape (UK)\, SXSW (Austin)\, MAMA Festival (Paris)\, and New Skool Rules (Rotterdam). She has shared stages with and opened for Sudan Archives\, Tash Sultana\, JPEGMAFIA\, KeiyaA\, CLIPPING\, Pierre Kwenders\, Begonia\, Lido Pimienta\, and more. \n\n\n\nHer forthcoming album\, Words Are Spells / Thoughts Are Magic (March 18\, 2026)\, marks her most expansive work yet – a dual-sided project exploring the power of language\, thought\, and intention. Produced by Witch Prophet and her wife/collaborator SUN SUN\, the album merges ancestral resonance with contemporary soul\, offering a transformative musical experience. \n\n\n\nA magnetic performer and genre-defying storyteller\, Witch Prophet continues to carve a singular path in today’s global music landscape.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/witch-prophet-album-release-show-christjay/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="Debaser":MAILTO:hello@debaser.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260417T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260417T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160000
CREATED:20260108T163954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T161525Z
UID:10004935-1776448800-1776459600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Over the Rainbow Meet & Greet
DESCRIPTION:Join us every 3rd Friday of the month (unless noted) for a casual\, relaxed night out. Enjoy a meal\, drinks\, good company\, and a game of pool or darts.  \n\n\n\nWe will be offering pizza and salad ($5.00 – $15.00) in addition to our alcohol and non-alcoholic drinks available for purchase.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/over-the-rainbow-meet-greet-3/2026-04-17/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 6L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260416T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260416T230000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160000
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000607-1776369600-1776380400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2026-04-16/
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:20260416T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260416T201000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160000
CREATED:20250602T193247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T193339Z
UID:10002895-1776366000-1776370200@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/2026-04-16/
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:20260416T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260416T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160000
CREATED:20250128T212143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T212151Z
UID:10001679-1776366000-1776369600@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/2026-04-16/
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:20260416T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260416T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160000
CREATED:20260326T154705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T154718Z
UID:10004839-1776362400-1776373200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:A Beginner-Friendly Linocut Workshop
DESCRIPTION:A beginner-friendly linocut printmaking workshop.  \n\n\n\nJoin @reinpress at Arlington 5 for an evening with new friends and linocut! Enjoy a snack or sip a drink from the cafe while you learn the basics and carve a linocut print to take home.   \n\n\n\nAccessibility and Notes\n\n\n\n\nAges 16+ due to sharp tools. \n\n\n\nThis is a masked workshop. Participants may lower their mask to have a drink/snack\, but must be worn at all other times. \n\n\n\nFront door of the venue is up three steps- there is also an accessible entrance in the back. Bathroom in venue is down a flight of stairs.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/a-beginner-friendly-linocut-workshop/
LOCATION:Arlington 5\, 5 Arlington Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 1C1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="Reinpress":MAILTO:Reinpress@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260416T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260416T190000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160000
CREATED:20260109T205227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T205232Z
UID:10004131-1776358800-1776366000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum (YSB)
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\nJoin Spectrum on Instagram \n\n\n\nSpectrum meets every Thursday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \n\n\n\nHow to access the program\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: Kate PoirierEmail: kpoirier@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum-ysb-2/2026-04-16/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Ottawa,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T230000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160000
CREATED:20260408T192311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T192316Z
UID:10004946-1776283200-1776294000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Bring On The Kings: An All Drag King Extravaganza!
DESCRIPTION:Drag Me To Live! is back this April with it’s first ever guest host BJ Stroker\, alongside a fabulous cast of local drag kings!! \n\n\n\nWhen the Queen’s away\, the Kings will play! \n\n\n\nFor the first time in Drag Me To Live! history\, Eden Moore is away! But the show must go on- and what better guest host than Mr. Capital Pride 2024 BJ Stroker! \n\n\n\nBJ is hosting the first ever all drag king takeover at Live! on Elgin with “Bring On The Kings”! This show features the Drag Me To Live! returns of Ottawa’s sultriest lad Sam Smitten & Mr. Capital Pride 2022 Dr. Androbox\, along with the Drag Me To Live! debuts of Ottawa’s punk king Austin Paradise\, as well as the campy Hardly Knower! \n\n\n\nThis cast promises an evening of charismatic hosting\, camp\, comedy\, punk\, high-energy lipsyncs\, powerful live-sung performances & more! \n\n\n\nDoors at 7:00 / Show at 8:00
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/bring-on-the-kings-an-all-drag-king-extravaganza/
LOCATION:LIVE! on Elgin\, 220 Elgin St #2\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 1L7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Moore":MAILTO:theedenmoore@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T213000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160000
CREATED:20260115T161949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T161951Z
UID:10004400-1776283200-1776288600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Dodgeball
DESCRIPTION:Queer Dodgeball is all about having fun. A low-commitment activity to do with friends – you might even make new friends too! \n\n\n\nHaven’t played dodgeball since elementary school? Don’t worry\, neither have we. The rules of the game are explained before every session. Headshots are not allowed. \n\n\n\nYou need: A pair of indoor shoes! You will not be granted access into the gym without this. \n\n\n\nHow to sign up?\n\n\n\nSign up for the full season or for individual games through the link below. For drop-ins\, select the date you’d like to sign up for and follow the prompts.  \n\n\n\nYou will receive a confirmation email upon payments. You only need to fill out the waiver and health questionnaire once per season.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/dodgeball/2026-04-15/
LOCATION:Notre Dame High School\, 710 Broadview Ave\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2A 2M2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T183000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160000
CREATED:20260108T163535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T161250Z
UID:10004932-1776274200-1776277800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Pizza Night at Colonnade
DESCRIPTION:Dinner the third Wednesday of every month at Colonnade Pizza (Metcalfe & Gilmour) 5:30PM. Remember keep our group growing – tell your friends!  \n\n\n\nSo that we can save you a place\, please RSVP to Claude at claude@claudejobin.com or by phone at 613.804.7979.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/pizza-night-at-colonnade-2/2026-04-15/
LOCATION:Colonnade Pizza\, 280 Metcalfe St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 1R7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160000
CREATED:20260317T155452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T160209Z
UID:10004807-1776247200-1776254400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Rainbow Coffee Club
DESCRIPTION:Rainbow Coffee Club is Expanding! \n\n\n\nThanks to participant feedback\, we’re moving to a bi‑weekly schedule starting in February — meeting on the first and third Wednesday of each month. \n\n\n\n\nOne structured session (guest speaker or skill‑share)\n\n\n\nOne unstructured social drop‑in\n\n\n\n\nCome for connection\, learning\, and community \n\n\n\nContact Sarah at sarah@thegoodcompanions.ca for details.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/rainbow-coffee-club-5/2026-04-15/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 6L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260414T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260414T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160000
CREATED:20260408T174208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T174211Z
UID:10004939-1776191400-1776200400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Paint Your Plant
DESCRIPTION:Paint and sketch botanical still lifes with the Ottawa Gay Garden Society at Arlington 5! 🪴 Link below for tickets! \n\n\n\n🪻Join us for an evening of art\, plants\, and that good queer company.🎨 Painting supplies and some houseplant subjects will be provided. Bring your own if you’d like!☕️ A5 is hosting a late night cash bar for the event for all our drink and snack needs! \n\n\n\n🌻Events like these help us fundraise for our gardening efforts. Tell your friends! \n\n\n\nPay-What-You-Can! Suggested donation $10-15.Donate via GoFundMe link\, cash\, or e-transfer to ottawagaygardensociety@gmail.com. \n\n\n\n🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️With thanks to Arlington 5 for co-hosting 💓 \n\n\n\nAccessibility note from Arlington 5:\n\n\n\nThere is a two-step stoop at the front entrance\, and the washroom is in the basement. The back door is at street level and can be accessed via the driveway. Please contact us directly should you have further questions or concerns about (y)our space.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/paint-your-plant/
LOCATION:Arlington 5\, 5 Arlington Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 1C1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260414T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260414T203000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160000
CREATED:20260402T191556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T191615Z
UID:10004883-1776191400-1776198600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Frontrunners: Weekly Run & Coffee
DESCRIPTION:Run or walk with Frontrunners and join them for a beverage or supper after (place to be determined).  \n\n\n\nAll runs begin at the Lisgar Street entrance of City Hall\, 111 Lisgar. \n\n\n\nCancellation of runs are rare\, only owing to holidays and hazardous weather. When runs are cancelled\, they post a notice on their site and send an e-mail to members.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/frontrunners-weekly-run-coffee/2026-04-14/
LOCATION:City Hall (Lisgar St Entrance)\, 111 Lisgar\, Ottawa\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260413T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260413T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160000
CREATED:20250413T184756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T160622Z
UID:10004914-1776105000-1776110400@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/2026-04-13/
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:20260413T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260413T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160000
CREATED:20260408T194856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T194858Z
UID:10004822-1776096000-1776110400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Ten Oaks' Gender Gear Program
DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning about\, trying on and taking home some FREE gender gear? We’ve got binders\, gaffs\, packers\, and padded bras! Drop by the Ten Oaks Project office on Monday evenings between 4 and 8pm.📝 Registration Required
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/ten-oaks-gender-gear-program/2026-04-13/
LOCATION:Ten Oaks Project\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Service,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260412T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260412T230000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160000
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000606-1776024000-1776034800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2026-04-12/
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:20260412T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260412T154000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160000
CREATED:20250520T180217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T160051Z
UID:10003324-1776004200-1776008400@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-2/2026-04-12/
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:20260411T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260412T000000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160000
CREATED:20260325T151810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T151817Z
UID:10004831-1775937600-1775952000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:COZY: Comfortable in Our Skin Dance Party + Drag Show
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, April 11th\, its time to get COZY. Celebrate black artistry and feel comfortable in your skin with a fierce dance party and drag show at House of Targ\, created and hosted by Xtra and Karamilk (from Canada’s Drag Race Season 6)! Experience drag and burlesque performances by local Ottawa talent and beyond while shaking your groove thang to a mix of Black music from ballroom anthems to Afrobeat grooves! \n\n\n\n🕗 Doors: 8PM (arcade games available) Perogies + kitchen available until 11. \n\n\n\n🎭 Drag sets: 9pm + 11pm \n\n\n\nHosted by: Xtra and Karamilk (Canada’s Drag Race Season 6) \n\n\n\nFt. performances by: \n\n\n\n\nManny Dingo (Toronto)\n\n\n\nNut Ella\n\n\n\nDivyna\n\n\n\nSam Werk\n\n\n\nKay Kalish (burlesque)\n\n\n\n\nTo keep you cozy between drag sets\, you can dance the night away with Beats by our DJ\, Seiiizi! Come get COZY with us! \n\n\n\nWe have 15 community tickets intended for BOPIC\, trans\, and other marginalized communities. Use code “COMMUNITY” at checkout. \n\n\n\n*This event is created\, organized and hosted by Xtra and Karamilk\, with production support from the Glittershaker team. \n\n\n\nAccessibility Info \n\n\n\n\nPlease note that this venue is not wheelchair accessible. If you have any accessibility needs please email us at heybabe@glittershakerevents.com <3\n\n\n\nFlashing lights warning\n\n\n\nMusic will be LOUD.Feel free to ask our team for ear plugs at the door!\n\n\n\n\n19 + Physical ID required. No refunds.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/cozy-comfortable-in-our-skin-dance-party-drag-show/
LOCATION:House of Targ\, 1077 Bank St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1S 0R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260411T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260411T220000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160000
CREATED:20241029T205445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T153226Z
UID:10000270-1775934000-1775944800@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/2026-04-11/
LOCATION:The Vanitea Room\, 551 Somerset St West\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1R 5J9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife
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