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Here is what's happening by, for, and with queer and trans people across the National Capital Region.
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7 events,
World AIDS Day 2024: HIV Futures
World AIDS Day 2024: HIV Futures
Join us for a special screening and discussion to mark World AIDS Day. Our film program will be a series of short films, titled Viral Interventions. The six new short films from Nepal, Bulgaria, Brazil, Ecuador, and Canada tell urgent and extraordinary stories about living with HIV today. The techniques are as diverse as their…
Drop-In Volleyball
Drop-In Volleyball
Open to all levels, drop-in is more about having fun and getting exciting rallies going than what is on the scoreboard.
4 events,
CO-CREATH’s World AIDS Day
CO-CREATH’s World AIDS Day
Join us for a meaningful discussion on how to choose the path that ends AIDS, the Rights Path
Art House: Open Mic Night
Art House: Open Mic Night
Have a number you've been geeking to perform? Sign up online for Art House's Monday Open Mic Night. Doors open at 6, performances start at 7.
Ottawa Date Squares: Plus Class
Ottawa Date Squares: Plus Class
Drop in for a session and meet the Queer square dancing community, the Ottawa Date Squares.
4 events,
Anonymous HIV Testing
Anonymous HIV Testing
Anonymous HIV testing pop-ups at MAX Ottawa. Available by appointment or by walk-in (first come, first served)
4 events,
Fabulous 40’s
Fabulous 40’s
A monthly discussion and social space for 2SLGBTQIA+ in their 40’s to meet others their own age.
The Beginner’s Crochet Corner
The Beginner’s Crochet Corner
Come join us at The Beginner's Crochet Corner to learn the basics of crochet in a fun and relaxed environment!
Ottawa Date Squares: Advanced (A1) Class
Ottawa Date Squares: Advanced (A1) Class
Drop in for a session and meet the Queer square dancing community, the Ottawa Date Squares.
6 events,
Solidarity with LGBTQ+ Sudanese in Times of Crisis : Notes for the Sector
Solidarity with LGBTQ+ Sudanese in Times of Crisis : Notes for the Sector
A discussion seeking to understand how our immigration policies and programs exclude the experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals.
QueerAmore
QueerAmore
An online space hosted by Kind Space to gather and talk about issues related to being bisexual, pansexual, bi-curious and questioning.
Ace/Aro Space
Ace/Aro Space
An in-person group open to anyone who identifies under the asexual or aromantic umbrellas.
Naughty or Nice Drag Competition 2024
Naughty or Nice Drag Competition 2024
Contestants present two numbers - one naughty, and one nice - with judges awarding a $300 cash prize for first place!
6 events,
The Nightmare Before Christmas: EMO NIGHT/DRAG SHOW
The Nightmare Before Christmas: EMO NIGHT/DRAG SHOW
T'was the Nightmare Before Christmas, and its still not a phase, mom! EMO DRAG NIGHT at the 27 club!
Shea and Yeti’s Christmas Party
Shea and Yeti’s Christmas Party
Friday nightclub drag sets and dancing with Shea D. Ladie and Yeti.
Ottawa Frontrunners Weekly Womens Meet
Ottawa Frontrunners Weekly Womens Meet
Join the Queer women's running community for Friday meets in Ottawa.
Shea and Yeti’s Christmas Party
Shea and Yeti’s Christmas Party
Friday night drag at the Lookout with amazing live performances by Shea D. Ladie and Yeti.
9 events,
Saturday Night Drag with Kimmy Couture & Vera
Saturday Night Drag with Kimmy Couture & Vera
Saturday nightclub drag sets and dancing with Kimmy Couture and Yeti.
Ottawa Frontrunners Saturday Meets (Winter)
Ottawa Frontrunners Saturday Meets (Winter)
Join Ottawa's Queer running community for Saturday morning meets.
Festivus Night Market
Festivus Night Market
WE'RE BACK at Brigid's Well for our second annual festivus: a holiday market for the rest of us!
Bottomless Dine & Drag Dinner
Bottomless Dine & Drag Dinner
Enjoy a fabulous 3 course meal and bottomless drinks while watching a gag-worthy drag lineup hosted by Devona Coe.
Saturday Night Drag with Kimmy Couture & Vera
Saturday Night Drag with Kimmy Couture & Vera
Saturday night drag at the Lookout with amazing live performances by Kimmy Couture and Vera!
Art House: Metro Jazz
Art House: Metro Jazz
Cozy up with some friends for an evening of contemporary jazz and Queer company at Art House.
6 events,
Saturday Night Drag with Kimmy Couture & Vera
Holiday Drag Brunch Extravaganza
Holiday Drag Brunch Extravaganza
Get ready for a holiday drag show like no other, filled with glitter, glamour, and jaw-dropping performances!
Drop-In Volleyball
Drop-In Volleyball
Open to all levels, drop-in is more about having fun and getting exciting rallies going than what is on the scoreboard.
Sunday Night Tennis
Sunday Night Tennis
Meet members of Gay Lesbian Tennis Ottawa at novice/advanced doubles tennis every Sunday.
3 events,
Art House: Open Mic Night
Art House: Open Mic Night
Have a number you've been geeking to perform? Sign up online for Art House's Monday Open Mic Night. Doors open at 6, performances start at 7.
Ottawa Date Squares: Plus Class
Ottawa Date Squares: Plus Class
Drop in for a session and meet the Queer square dancing community, the Ottawa Date Squares.
5 events,
Anonymous HIV Testing
Anonymous HIV Testing
Anonymous HIV testing pop-ups at MAX Ottawa. Available by appointment or by walk-in (first come, first served)
20 Something Group
20 Something Group
Join Maddie, Cort, and other folks in their twenties still figuring this interesting world out in their 20’s.
5 events,
DIY Fringe Earrings with Soft But Sturdy Beadwork
DIY Fringe Earrings with Soft But Sturdy Beadwork
Learn to make your own beaded fringe earrings with Kaytlyn Nadjiwon of Soft But Sturdy Beadwork as part of her Beadwork 101 series
Non-binary Social/Crafting Night
Non-binary Social/Crafting Night
Come meet and craft with fellow non-binary folks at the Ottawa Trans Library.
Ottawa Date Squares: Advanced (A1) Class
Ottawa Date Squares: Advanced (A1) Class
Drop in for a session and meet the Queer square dancing community, the Ottawa Date Squares.
30ish Group
30ish Group
Join our facilitators Meghan and Paige, and others every month for a night of chats, discussions, and games.
4 events,
Special Exhibition Vernissage Krystal Levert
Special Exhibition Vernissage Krystal Levert
Step into a new exhibit at Art House. Explore the works, enjoy a drink, and meet the artist and fellow fans.
7 events,
Friday Drag with Karamilk, Elle Faekwa, Shebiscuit & BJ Stroker
Friday Drag with Karamilk, Elle Faekwa, Shebiscuit & BJ Stroker
Friday nightclub drag sets and dancing with Karamilk, Elle Faekwa, Shebiscuit & BJ Stroker.
Black Queer Excellence (BQE) presents DiscoNova
Black Queer Excellence (BQE) presents DiscoNova
This year Black Queer Excellence (BQE) is back celebrating a milestone, our 5th Edition! Under the theme DiscoNova, DJ Jayel will have us groving to music from a golden era in Black Queer Culture – The 1970s! Join us as we celebrate the collective accomplishments of 2024 for our community, and the hard work and…
Ottawa Frontrunners Weekly Womens Meet
Ottawa Frontrunners Weekly Womens Meet
Join the Queer women's running community for Friday meets in Ottawa.
Xmas Drag Night at The Vault Bistro Manotick
Xmas Drag Night at The Vault Bistro Manotick
It's the most wonderful time of the year, so celebrate with a drag show hosted by Sunshine and Saltina!
(The) Puzzle Club
(The) Puzzle Club
A monthly drop-in group at Kind Space for people of all ages, to play traditional recreational games and puzzles.
Friday Drag with Karamilk, Elle Faekwa, Shebiscuit & BJ Stroker
Friday Drag with Karamilk, Elle Faekwa, Shebiscuit & BJ Stroker
Your 4 ONDS winners - Shebiscuit, Elle, BJ and Karamilk - serve you amazing performances at Ottawa's Home for Drag!
7 events,
Pique Winter Edition
Pique Winter Edition
Pique is a forward-thinking, artist-driven quarterly event series featuring eclectic musical, visual and multimedia artists, produced by Debaser.
House of Kink: XXX-Mas
Ottawa Frontrunners Saturday Meets (Winter)
Ottawa Frontrunners Saturday Meets (Winter)
Join Ottawa's Queer running community for Saturday morning meets.
Christmas Drag Bingo at Broadhead Brewery Orleans
Christmas Drag Bingo at Broadhead Brewery Orleans
Get in the Christmas spirit with drag bingo and dazzling performances, hosted by Sunshine Glitterchild and Saltina Shaker
Bottomless Dine & Drag Dinner
Bottomless Dine & Drag Dinner
Enjoy a fabulous 3 course meal and bottomless drinks while watching a gag-worthy drag lineup hosted by Devona Coe.
Toys for Tots
Toys for Tots
T's Pub, Out at Camp, and the Ottawa Knights invite you to an unforgettable holiday celebration and fundraiser.
7 events,
Pique Winter Edition
House of Kink: XXX-Mas
Drop-In Volleyball
Drop-In Volleyball
Open to all levels, drop-in is more about having fun and getting exciting rallies going than what is on the scoreboard.
Sunday Night Tennis
Sunday Night Tennis
Meet members of Gay Lesbian Tennis Ottawa at novice/advanced doubles tennis every Sunday.
4 events,
Art House: Open Mic Night
Art House: Open Mic Night
Have a number you've been geeking to perform? Sign up online for Art House's Monday Open Mic Night. Doors open at 6, performances start at 7.
Ottawa Date Squares: Plus Class
Ottawa Date Squares: Plus Class
Drop in for a session and meet the Queer square dancing community, the Ottawa Date Squares.
QueerAmore
QueerAmore
An online space hosted by Kind Space to gather and talk about issues related to being bisexual, pansexual, bi-curious and questioning.
4 events,
Anonymous HIV Testing
Anonymous HIV Testing
Anonymous HIV testing pop-ups at MAX Ottawa. Available by appointment or by walk-in (first come, first served)
3 events,
Crafternoon Delights Winter Edition
Crafternoon Delights Winter Edition
Crafternoon Delights is a self-driven, drop-in craft circle for hanging out while working on your craft project with other 2SLGBTQIA+ crafters.
Ottawa Date Squares: Advanced (A1) Class
Ottawa Date Squares: Advanced (A1) Class
Drop in for a session and meet the Queer square dancing community, the Ottawa Date Squares.
4 events,
Mööse Knuckle Boylesque: Jingle Balls
Mööse Knuckle Boylesque: Jingle Balls
Holiday edition of Ottawa's brand new all-male-identified burlesque revue. Titillation and hilarity guaranteed.
4 events,
Ottawa Frontrunners Weekly Womens Meet
Ottawa Frontrunners Weekly Womens Meet
Join the Queer women's running community for Friday meets in Ottawa.
5 events,
Ottawa Frontrunners Saturday Meets (Winter)
Ottawa Frontrunners Saturday Meets (Winter)
Join Ottawa's Queer running community for Saturday morning meets.
Winter Solstice Writers’ Salon
Winter Solstice Writers’ Salon
The Writers’ Salon offers a space for writers to connect, share and build community.
Ace/Aro Space
Ace/Aro Space
An in-person group open to anyone who identifies under the asexual or aromantic umbrellas.
Solstice Chill – Homo Phono Listening Party & Games Night
Solstice Chill – Homo Phono Listening Party & Games Night
Solstice Chill - Listening party & games night!
Bottomless Dine & Drag Dinner
Bottomless Dine & Drag Dinner
Enjoy a fabulous 3 course meal and bottomless drinks while watching a gag-worthy drag lineup hosted by Devona Coe.
4 events,
Drop-In Volleyball
Drop-In Volleyball
Open to all levels, drop-in is more about having fun and getting exciting rallies going than what is on the scoreboard.
Sunday Night Tennis
Sunday Night Tennis
Meet members of Gay Lesbian Tennis Ottawa at novice/advanced doubles tennis every Sunday.
2 events,
Art House: Open Mic Night
Art House: Open Mic Night
Have a number you've been geeking to perform? Sign up online for Art House's Monday Open Mic Night. Doors open at 6, performances start at 7.
3 events,
1 event,
3 events,
3 events,
Ottawa Frontrunners Weekly Womens Meet
Ottawa Frontrunners Weekly Womens Meet
Join the Queer women's running community for Friday meets in Ottawa.
Fever Pitch Hot Jazz
Fever Pitch Hot Jazz
Spend a jazzy night with your pals at Art House for its Fever Pitch Hot Jazz.
2 events,
Ottawa Frontrunners Saturday Meets (Winter)
Ottawa Frontrunners Saturday Meets (Winter)
Join Ottawa's Queer running community for Saturday morning meets.
Bottomless Dine & Drag Dinner
Bottomless Dine & Drag Dinner
Enjoy a fabulous 3 course meal and bottomless drinks while watching a gag-worthy drag lineup hosted by Devona Coe.
5 events,
Drop-In Volleyball
Drop-In Volleyball
Open to all levels, drop-in is more about having fun and getting exciting rallies going than what is on the scoreboard.
Sunday Night Tennis
Sunday Night Tennis
Meet members of Gay Lesbian Tennis Ottawa at novice/advanced doubles tennis every Sunday.
2 events,
Art House: Open Mic Night
Art House: Open Mic Night
Have a number you've been geeking to perform? Sign up online for Art House's Monday Open Mic Night. Doors open at 6, performances start at 7.
6 events,
Glitch: Y2K NYE
Glitch: Y2K NYE
get ready to party like it’s 1999 at GLITCH: Y2K NYE! 💿 👾 join us at Club SAW for a night of early 2000s nostalgia with an incredible lineup of queer talent and ring in the new year Y2K style 💫 jam out to beats by DJs Torin, Hug Mosh, and Sweet Morgane, spinning the hits…
NYE with Saltina Shaker, Sunshine Glitterchild and Karamilk
NYE with Saltina Shaker, Sunshine Glitterchild and Karamilk
Saturday nightclub drag sets and dancing with Saltina Shaker, Sunshine Glitterchild, and Karamilk.
NYE with Saltina Shaker, Sunshine Glitterchild and Karamilk
NYE with Saltina Shaker, Sunshine Glitterchild and Karamilk
NYE drag at the Lookout with amazing live performances by Saltina Shaker, Sunshine Glitterchild and Karamilk.
3 events,
3 events,
QueerAmore
QueerAmore
An online space hosted by Kind Space to gather and talk about issues related to being bisexual, pansexual, bi-curious and questioning.
2 events,
Ottawa Frontrunners Weekly Womens Meet
Ottawa Frontrunners Weekly Womens Meet
Join the Queer women's running community for Friday meets in Ottawa.
3 events,
Ottawa Frontrunners Saturday Meets (Winter)
Ottawa Frontrunners Saturday Meets (Winter)
Join Ottawa's Queer running community for Saturday morning meets.
Bottomless Dine & Drag Dinner
Bottomless Dine & Drag Dinner
Enjoy a fabulous 3 course meal and bottomless drinks while watching a gag-worthy drag lineup hosted by Devona Coe.
Art House: Metro Jazz
Art House: Metro Jazz
Cozy up with some friends for an evening of contemporary jazz and Queer company at Art Hou