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SUMMARY:Sunset Social
DESCRIPTION:Sunset Social 🌅— Your Summer Courtyard Gathering \n\n\n\nHosted by Coloroom Collective \n\n\n\nJoin us on Saturday\, July 12th\, for Sunset Social\, a vibrant summer event held outdoors in the courtyard of Club SAW. Running from 7:30 to 10:30 PM (doors at 7:00)\, this gathering brings together community\, music\, and good energy in a space made to feel warm\, joyful\, and welcoming. \n\n\n\nWith music by Jayel\, DJ Lani\, and DJ Rhoze\, you can expect a carefully curated vibe — whether you’re catching a dance or vibing with friends by the bar. A selection of local vendors will also be popping up with special offerings\, so come ready to browse\, sip\, dance\, and connect. \n\n\n\nSunset Social is a 19+ event and will take place in a fully accessible venue with gender-neutral washrooms available onsite. In the event of rain\, programming will continue indoors.All are welcome. Come as you are — and if you can\, bring someone along. See you there! \n\n\n\nNo refunds\, unless the date of the event is changed or cancelled* \n\n\n\nPlease note that photos and videos will be taken during the event for marketing purposes. By purchasing a ticket\, you consent to the use of these media materials for promotional activities. \n\n\n\n——— \n\n\n\nThis event is hosted by Coloroom Collective — a community-rooted initiative centering Queer and BIPOC voices through intentional\, joy-filled events & gatherings. We host moments of presence and celebration — created with care\, tenderness\, and play.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/sunset-social/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T162803Z
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SUMMARY:Quest to Climaxia
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a role-playing quest with games and education at SAW on July 8. We’ll have a complimentary dinner lined up to fuel you before the fantastical adventure begins. A full bar will be available for drinks to purchase. \n\n\n\nThe Quest\n\n\n\nYou and the citizens of the magical\, utopian land of Climaxia learn that you’ve have been exposed to the Glitterot–a powerful\, disease-spreading gem. Four diseases now wreak havoc on the Climaxians and their infrastructure: the magical structures begin to flicker\, the wards are failing\, and the once-prosperous crops are wilting. \n\n\n\nYou\, a citizen of Climaxia\, and your neighbours can overcome this mayhem\, but you’ll have to work together. Register below and get ready for the hottest queer quest of the year! \n\n\n\nAdditional Details\n\n\n\nSAW is a fully accessible venue. \n\n\n\nThis event includes themes of sexual health. \n\n\n\nThis is a free event.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/quest-to-climaxia/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,MAX Programs,Ottawa,Sex positive,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250620T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250620T230000
DTSTAMP:20260523T154734
CREATED:20250609T215844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T215907Z
UID:10003151-1750446000-1750460400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Skoden
DESCRIPTION:The Original\, Kopy Cat and Luscious Creatures have come together to bring you a show featuring an all Two-Spirit and Queer Indigenous cast! \n\n\n\nHosted by:Shea Muah @sheamuah \n\n\n\nPerformances by:Rosie Bourgeoisie @rosie.bourgeoisieKopy Cat @itskopycatShea D. Ladie @shea.d.ladieCaligula @mx.caligula \n\n\n\nComedy by:Janelle Niles @janelle.niles \n\n\n\nLCxKC: Skoden!An all Two-Spirit Indigiqueer CelebrationJune 20 | Doors 7p | Show 8pSAW Centre | 67 Nicholas St.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/skoden/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife,Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250606T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250607T020000
DTSTAMP:20260523T154734
CREATED:20250527T200552Z
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SUMMARY:CAKE: A Midsummer Night's Cream
DESCRIPTION:🌿💦 Things are getting fairy filthy…\n\n\n\nJoin us under the moonlight for CAKE: A Midsummer Night’s Cream — where enchanted forest fantasy meets glittery\, sweaty dance floor dreams 🍰🌹🌟 come in your finest fairy attire and celebrate Pride season the way Pan would have wanted you to: with queer debauchery\, fluttering hearts and the magic of community 🧚‍♂️✨ \n\n\n\nFeaturing DJ sets by:\n\n\n\n💿 K’N4FEH serving forest fairy thot energy \n\n\n\n💿 HUG MOSH bringing beats to lose your wings to \n\n\n\n🧥 Coat check on site to stash those mortal-world layers \n\n\n\n🎟️ Ticket link in bio \n\n\n\n🔞 19+ event \n\n\n\n♿️ Club SAW is fully wheelchair accessible (including washrooms) \n\n\n\n✨ Discount codes for trans and BIPOC community members — use ‘trans’ or ‘BIPOC’ at checkout \n\n\n\n🎨 Poster by the ever magical @eric.k.w
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/cake-a-midsummer-nights-cream/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Ottawa,Parties,Pride,Sex positive
ORGANIZER;CN="Be Proud Productions":MAILTO:beproud.prods@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250530T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250531T020000
DTSTAMP:20260523T154734
CREATED:20250527T174214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250601T162020Z
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SUMMARY:Laylit
DESCRIPTION:Laylit is a platform and collective celebrating music and artists from the Arab/SWANA region and its diaspora. Over the last seven years their dance parties have carved out an unmatched place in North American and European nightlife\, becoming an anticipated social gathering and unique musical experience. With recent features in the New York Times and Pitchfork and three Boiler Room events in NYC\, DC and Montreal\, the party is now active in more than 10 cities.  \n\n\n\nEach party takes you on a genre-spanning journey\, highlighting the incredible musical diversity\, depth and richness that comes out of the region. Laylit has established its place on the scene with a signature electronic sound blending shaabi\, dabke\, mahraganat\, Arabic pop and hip-hop with contemporary\, boundary pushing dance music (techno\, breakbeat\, hyperpop…) inspired by New York and Montreal’s thriving underground clubs.  \n\n\n\nLaylit values inclusivity and unity across cultures\, languages\, dialects\, religions\, identity and sexual orientations. \n\n\n\nLINEUP\n\n\n\nMina \n\n\n\nMNSA \n\n\n\nNadim Maghzal \n\n\n\nManalou \n\n\n\nACCESSIBILITY\n\n\n\nClub SAW is a wheelchair accessible spaces. The indoor venue is accessible by a ramp from street level\, the doors are automatic\, and bathrooms are wheelchair accessible (including adult-sized change tables). Bathrooms are also gender neural. \n\n\n\nMore accessibility information available here \n\n\n\nSAFETY\n\n\n\nMasks are encouraged. Free KN94 masks available at the door while supplies last. \n\n\n\nPlease wash your hands often\, and do not come if you are feeling sick. \n\n\n\nAttendees\, artists and staff are expected to respect one another. Zero tolerance for violence\, aggression\, oppressive behaviour or language\, or bullying. If you are currently implicated in an accountability process\, please ensure you are respecting the space and well-being of those you have affected.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/laylit-3/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Nightlife,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="Debaser":MAILTO:hello@debaser.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250517T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250518T020000
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CREATED:20250502T153700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T190615Z
UID:10002449-1747515600-1747533600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Teet 4 Teet
DESCRIPTION:Yeehaw Ottawa! Have you been looking for the right place to hoedown throwdown?! Well look no further!!!! 🤠 Be Proud and Miss Patience Plush have teamed up and are officially farmed and dangerous with the ranch rager of the year! 🐄 \n\n\n\nWe have a totally a-moo-sing drag and burlesque cast of Holli Cow\, Rip Em\, Shebiscuit\, Rhapsody Blue\, Kay Kalish and Miss Patience Plush! \n\n\n\nOur incredible lineup of performers is ready to dazzle\, and when the lights go down between sets\, Hug Mosh and Esme2K will be spinning the kind of tracks that’ll have you two-steppin’\, boot-scootin’\, and breaking a sweat on the dance floor! 🌾🔥 \n\n\n\nMake sure to come out for Teet 4 Teet and live the cream with us 🥛 🐮 \n\n\n\n**there is a discount code for trans and BIPOC community members. if you are part of these communities\, you can use the codes ‘trans’ and ‘bipoc’ at checkout. Note: these discounts do not combine. \n\n\n\n*if price is a barrier for attending\, please reach out! \n\n\n\nSAW is a physically accessible space. \n\n\n\nMasking is recommended but not mandatory. there will be air purifiers running throughout the event. \n\n\n\nThere will be masks and ear plugs available at the event. \n\n\n\nThis event is 19+
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/teet-4-teet-2/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife,Parties,Sex positive,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="BE PROUD Productions":MAILTO:beproud.prods@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250513T210000
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UID:10002583-1747162800-1747170000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:In Our Tongues Asian Heritage Month
DESCRIPTION:CELEBRATE ASIAN HERITAGE MONTH WITH US! Join us this upcoming May 2025 for Asian Heritage Month to celebrate as a community! We will be showcasing a line up of stellar artists including Kimmortal\, Shay\, and King Kimbit!!! Scroll down to read their bios then register. \n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\nDate: May 13th\, 2025 Time: 7:00 PM EST  \n\n\n\nRegister via the button at the bottom of the page\, to attend either… IN-PERSON at Saw Centre (67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, Canada) or online via YouTube live steam (link provided day of via email you registered with) \n\n\n\nOur Artists\n\n\n\nKIMMORTAL \n\n\n\nPolaris-nominated\, multi-disciplinary artist blending hip hop\, theatre\, visual art\, and queer diasporic storytelling to create transformative\, inclusive spaces for marginalized voices. \n\n\n\nKimmortal is renowned for their highly conceptual genre-bending musical explorations and lyrical intricacies. The queer\, non-binary\, filipinx artist flows between singing and rapping; their signature subversive gusto only complemented with a down-to-earth\, human vulnerability. Their 3rd album “Shoebox” (2023) expresses the journey of healing intergenerational trauma and celebrating the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Their singles “This Dyke” appear on popular TV series The L Word: Generation Q and “On My Way” appear in Apex Legends Season 19. This past year Kim’s original music production was featured in the TV series Sort Of (out now on HBO\, CBC) and they’re currently writing for another TV Series (TBA). Their music video “Blue and Orange” directed by Aya garcia and co-written by Kimmortal and Tin lorica received the Best Music Video Award at the 2024 Disorient Asian American film festival. They’ve shared stages with Thundercat\, Saul Williams\, Ruby Ibarra\, Superknova\, Saba\, Shad K\, and many more. \n\n\n\nLive – Duo | Live – Band | Video – Blue and Orange | Instagram | Music + Links | Web | Press \n\n\n\nSHAY \n\n\n\nShay Saddiq is a poet with a rich portfolio in Ottawa’s spoken word and performance art scene. Known for her compelling performances in the OG500 competition\, she has graced the stage twice\, first time at 17 years old\, showcasing her skills and stage presence. Her talent has garnered attention beyond the stage\, as evidenced by her interview on Alan Neal’s “All in a Day” and features in various articles highlighting her artistic contributions. Shay has also left her mark in projects like “Pieces Of Us\,” where her creative voice resonates. \n\n\n\nOG500 Performance | Instagram \n\n\n\nKING KIMBIT \n\n\n\nKing Kimbit is a literary Hip-Hop artist born and raised on unceded Algonquin territory (Ottawa)\, passionate about empowering youth\, community care\, and sharing love through writing\, reciting\, and the abolition of punitive\, carceral institutions. King has performed solo and as part of ensembles in music and theatre across Turtle Island\, Jamaica\, and Vietnam. In 2017 King released her debut album Life Lessons Poetically\, a collection of musical poetry in collaboration with artists locally and abroad. She is currently creating her sophomore album\, Healing Trauma From The Projects. Since 2018\, she has teamed up with Jo-Anne Bryan\, Carmelle Cachero\, and Jordan Samonas\, as a writer and the vocalist of their group\, Speaking Vibrations. That year\, King co-founded Cap City Cyphers (CCC)\, a space for rappers and singers to learn and develop improvisational skills and build community. Since then\, CCC has partnered with organizations local and abroad to promote community through music. Her newest release Fk12frfr Pt. II is streamable everywhere.  \n\n\n\nWeb | Lees – a Cinepoem | The Sermon – Hevve x King Kimbit | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube | Bandcamp
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/in-our-tongues-asian-heritage-month/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Art,Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250503T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250503T230000
DTSTAMP:20260523T154734
CREATED:20250413T192120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T192131Z
UID:10002435-1746302400-1746313200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Alice Longyu Gao + Arthritis Kid + Los3r
DESCRIPTION:Alice Longyu Gao on-stage performing their most loved songs from their debut trilogy. Their debut trilogy includes 3 EPs: High Dragon Universe (2022)\, Let’s Hope Heteros Fail\, Learn\, and Retire (2023)\, and Assembling Symbols Into My Own Poetry (2024).  \n\n\n\nSpecial guests include Arthritis Kid and Los3r.  \n\n\n\nClub SAW is wheelchair accessible. Accessible bathroom with adult change table is available. Flashing/strobing light warning. Ear protection are provided to guests. Masks are provided for guests if requested.  \n\n\n\nThis event is open to all ages.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/alice-longyu-gao-arthritis-kid-los3r/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife
ORGANIZER;CN="Debaser":MAILTO:hello@debaser.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250426T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250427T020000
DTSTAMP:20260523T154734
CREATED:20250415T212548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T213323Z
UID:10002443-1745701200-1745719200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Positive Fortress
DESCRIPTION:Join DJs Mossy Mugler\, Ilybo\, Sweet Morgane\, and Lilfr1dge\, for a night of gorgeous and silly electronic music and dancing at Club SAW!  \n\n\n\n9pm-10pm: Open Decks \n\n\n\n10pm-2pm: Sets by Mossy Mugler\, Ilybo\, Lilfr1dge\, Sweet Morgane  \n\n\n\nGalerie SAW Gallery is a wheelchair accessible venue with accessible and all-gender washrooms. Event is 19+ with bar service and seating.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/positive-fortress/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Parties,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250418T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250418T220000
DTSTAMP:20260523T154734
CREATED:20250325T151905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T151905Z
UID:10002191-1745006400-1745013600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Up in Smoke!
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready for a night filled with 420 fun?  \n\n\n\nJoin us for an exciting evening featuring burlesque\, drag performances\, and so much more!  \n\n\n\n🎉 It’s going to be a wild and unforgettable night\, so grab your friends and come on down! Let’s make some memories together!  \n\n\n\nHosted by Maggie Harder  \n\n\n\nPerformances by  \n\n\n\n\nLolo Merlot \n\n\n\nElle Faekwa \n\n\n\nRuby Foxglove \n\n\n\nCanary Quinn \n\n\n\nWoody Fungi \n\n\n\n\nCREATURE FEATURE Harlequin Crow  \n\n\n\ngo-go by Sally Legges & Miss Feirce as Jay & Silent Bob  \n\n\n\nLC: Up in Smoke Burlesque | Drag | Live Music  \n\n\n\nApril 18 | Doors 8pm | Show 9pm
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/up-in-smoke/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Drag & Burlesque,Live music,Nightlife,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250412T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250413T020000
DTSTAMP:20260523T154734
CREATED:20250331T210738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T210757Z
UID:10002346-1744491600-1744509600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:That's Camp: Club Kid Revival
DESCRIPTION:Step into a club kid fever dream at That’s Camp! Celebrate the whimsy of the club kid era with drag that embraces the odd and unconventional\, music that melts minds\, and where the dance floor is a runway that welcomes all types of weirdos and freaks 🤡 This is not just a show – it’s a full-throttle spectacle of excess\, expression\, transformation and transcendence 🌀 ✨ We’re bringing jaw-dropping performances\, high-energy live music\, and a DJ set to keep the dance floor feral all night 🗣🗣🗣 \n\n\n\nFEATURING: Drag by Elle Faekwa\, Caligula\, Edith Puthie\, Abysskiss\, Anni Elation\, Lady Justice\, Miss Diagnosis 🙀💥 👀 \n\n\n\nLive music by BiG SiSSY 🎸 🎶 🔊 \n\n\n\nDJ set by Lil Fridge to close the night! 💿 👾 💋 \n\n\n\nDress code: more is always more! the weirder\, the wilder\, the better!! 🦹 🤖 👽 👹 \n\n\n\nWe’ll have Tooth Gems by C there as well to add a little extra sparkle to your smiles 🦷 💎 \n\n\n\nClub SAW is a physically accessible venue \n\n\n\nThis event is 19+ \n\n\n\nThere will be masks and earplugs available at the door
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/thats-camp-club-kid-revival/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Drag & Burlesque,Live music,Nightlife,Sex positive,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Be Proud Productions":MAILTO:beproud.prods@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250315T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250316T020000
DTSTAMP:20260523T154734
CREATED:20250310T200412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T200422Z
UID:10002144-1742072400-1742090400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Teet 4 Teet
DESCRIPTION:Yeehaw Ottawa! Have you been looking for the right place to hoedown throwdown?! Well look no further!!!! 🤠 Be Proud and Miss Patience Plush have teamed up and are officially farmed and dangerous with the ranch rager of the year! 🐄 We have a totally a-moo-sing drag and burlesque cast of Holli Cow\, Rip Em\, Shebiscuit\, Rhapsody Blue\, Kay Kalish and Miss Patience Plush! Our incredible lineup of performers is ready to dazzle\, and when the lights go down between sets\, Hug Mosh and Esme2K will be spinning the kind of tracks that’ll have you two-steppin’\, boot-scootin’\, and breaking a sweat on the dance floor! 🌾🔥 Make sure to come out for Teet 4 Teet and live the cream with us 🥛 🐮 SAW is a physically accessible space. masking is recommended but not mandatory. there will be air purifiers running throughout the event. there will be masks and ear plugs available at the event. this event is 19+.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/teet-4-teet/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife,Sex positive,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Be Proud Productions":MAILTO:beproud.prods@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250310T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250310T233000
DTSTAMP:20260523T154734
CREATED:20250304T220012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T220021Z
UID:10002135-1741638600-1741649400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queer Connection
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to our 4th annual concert fundraiser Queer Connection on March 10th at SAW Gallery! Doors open at 8pm and the show will start at 8:30pm!AMAZING LINE UP: fanclubwallet (playing an acoustic set)\, Salmon Ella\, Orchids\, and Dark Room! \n\n\n\nWant cheaper concert tickets and to help the queer community? Sign up for a volunteer slot here and get tickets for $8! \n\n\n\nThank you to @xylophone.salad for the lovely poster!Getting to run this event every year and give back to the queer community is such a gift! Thank you to everyone that shows up and helps out!! This year we will be donating to:1. Capital Rainbow Refuge2. SAEFTY Ottawa \n\n\n\nCapital Rainbow Refuge \n\n\n\nCaptial Rainbow Refuge helps 2SLGBTQIA+ refugees and newcomers arrive and thrive in Eastern Ontario. Click here to visit their website. \n\n\n\nSAEFTY Ottawa\n\n\n\nSAEFTY Ottawa is an independent youth group run entirely by and for trans and gender diverse youth. SAEFTY Ottawa connects older trans youth and adults with one another and connects younger trans kids with each other to make friends and find others to relate to. SAEFTY Ottawa’s main goal is to bridge the gap between trans and gender diverse people of all ages by creating safer spaces to connect. Want to learn more? Click here to visit their website.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queer-connection/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Live music,Nightlife,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250221T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250221T220000
DTSTAMP:20260523T154734
CREATED:20250129T031148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T031154Z
UID:10001879-1740168000-1740175200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:LCxMPP: Hiphop & Culture
DESCRIPTION:Luscious Creatures & Miss Patience Plush Presents : \nHipHop & Culture ! \nA variety show celebrating Hiphop\, Culture and the Black creatives who paved the way. Join us as we dive into live music\, Burlesque and Drag all inspired by the talented artists of any era who allowed us to explore hiphop & embrace our culture.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/lcxmpp-hiphop-culture/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250207T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250208T013000
DTSTAMP:20260523T154734
CREATED:20250204T174608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T174617Z
UID:10001900-1738963800-1738978200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:CAKE: Sugar Heart Disco
DESCRIPTION:This V-Day is all about the sugar!! Come out to CAKE: Sugar Heart Disco to get some sweetmeat\, find your sweetheart\, or just enjoy the vibes if you’re sweet enough solo! No matter how to you slice it\, CAKE has your valentine’s plans covered 💕 \n\n\n\nCAKE’s very own Ahmed will be making their DJ K’N4FEH debut and keep your hearts racing with beats sure to melt the iciest February night 💖 then we’ll have DJ Jayel bring you songs that will make you feel loved up\, whether you’re there with your boo\, your friends or just yourself! 🥰 \n\n\n\nThe incredible @a.j.l.y.artistry is returning to create stunning body art that’ll have you looking as sweet as candy! \n\n\n\nNeed a place to stash your layers while you dance the night away? We’ve got a coat check to keep things easy and breezy. \n\n\n\nThis event is 19+Club SAW is fully wheelchair accessible\, including washrooms.There are discounts for trans and BIPOC community members! Use the codes ‘trans’ or ‘BIPOC’ at checkout to claim your discount. Note: these discounts cannot be combined.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/cake-sugar-heart-disco/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Nightlife,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Be Proud Productions":MAILTO:beproud.prods@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250124T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250125T020000
DTSTAMP:20260523T154734
CREATED:20250121T214035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T214040Z
UID:10001592-1737752400-1737770400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Laylit
DESCRIPTION:Laylit is a platform and collective celebrating music and artists from the Arab/SWANA region and its diaspora. Over the last four years their dance parties in New York City and Montreal have carved out an unmatched place in North American nightlife\, becoming an anticipated social gathering and unique musical experience. \nEach party takes you on a genre-spanning journey\, highlighting the incredible musical diversity\, depth and richness that comes out of the region. Laylit has established its place on the scene with a signature electronic sound blending shaabi\, dabke\, mahraganat\, Arabic pop and hip-hop with contemporary\, boundary pushing dance music (techno\, breakbeat\, hyperpop…) inspired by New York and Montreal’s thriving underground clubs. Featured in multiple publications including the New York Times and Pitchfork\, Laylit recently celebrated its 5-year anniversary with a Boiler Room event in NYC and a tour across multiple North American cities. Laylit values inclusivity and unity across cultures\, languages\, dialects\, religions\, identity and sexual orientations. \nLINEUP \nRaheela (DJ set) \nMNSA (DJ set) \nAlia (Dance performance) \nNadim Maghzal (DJ set)
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/laylit-2/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Nightlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="Debaser":MAILTO:hello@debaser.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241231T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250101T020000
DTSTAMP:20260523T154734
CREATED:20241203T190437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T190445Z
UID:10001535-1735675200-1735696800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Glitch: Y2K NYE
DESCRIPTION: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 💫 \n\n\n\njam out to beats by DJs Torin\, Hug Mosh\, and Sweet Morgane\, spinning the hits that defined a generation 💎🎧 maybe you’ll find your Y2K cutie under the neon lights and share a midnight kiss that’s\, like… totally hot 😉 \n\n\n\n🌟 brace your mainframe for pixel-perfect drag performances from Denim (Canada’s Drag Race season 4)\, Mx. Capital Pride Edith Puthie\, Peter Packer\, Mx. Tique\, and Karen Lisgays! along with the incredible drag\, Torin will also be giving us a mesmermizing hula hooping performance to help end the year with a bang <3 \n\n\n\n& step into our Y2K marketplace and browse an amazing selection of queer treasures! Featuring: Sage & Steel\, Victaurus’ Cottage\, A. J. L. Y. Artistry\, [Insert Girl Name]\, and C Slack Design — offering everything hand-crafted brilliance!! upgrade your vibe and take home something iconic 🙂 \n\n\n\nso Ottawa\, break out your velour tracksuits\, frosted tips\, and glittery flip phones\, and log into 2025! 💾💿 💻 GLITCH is the queer millennium fantasy: Y2K glam\, throwback hits with a modern twist\, and drag so good it’ll crash your system 🌐💅 don’t let your New Year buffer—this is the party you can’t miss!! see you on the dance floor\, cyber cuties xo 💋🪩 \n\n\n\n**there is a discount code for trans and BIPOC community members. if you are part of these communities\, you can use the codes ‘trans’ and ‘bipoc’ at checkout. Note: these discounts do not combine. \n\n\n\n*if price is a barrier for attending\, please reach out! \n\n\n\n<3 We would like to thank our incredible local sponsors that helped make this event possible. A massive thank you to Rideau Rollers\, Le Poisson Bleu\, Wilf and Ada’s\, and Spark Beer <3 \n\n\n\nSAW is a physically accessible space. \n\n\n\nMasking is recommended but not mandatory. There will be air purifiers running throughout the event. There will be masks and ear plugs available at the event. \n\n\n\nThis event is 19+.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/glitch-y2k-nye/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife
ORGANIZER;CN="Be Proud Productions":MAILTO:beproud.prods@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241220T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241220T223000
DTSTAMP:20260523T154734
CREATED:20241107T213052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T213055Z
UID:10001426-1734724800-1734733800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:BJ's Christmas EXTRAVAGANZA!!
DESCRIPTION:Burlesque | Drag | Improve \n\n\n\nLuscious Creatures presents Ottawa’s favourite bimonthly variety show! \n\n\n\nHosted by BJ Stroker \n\n\n\nPerformances by \n\n\n\nZyra Lee Vanity \n\n\n\n2 People improve group \n\n\n\nDoors open at 7pm\, show starts at 8pm.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/bjs-christmas-extravaganza/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241129T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241129T230000
DTSTAMP:20260523T154734
CREATED:20241126T183559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T183605Z
UID:10001529-1732908600-1732921200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Backseat Dragon: Hot Dog Summer EP Release Show
DESCRIPTION:Hot Dog Summer EP release with very special guests  \n\n\n\nSun JunkiesHug MoshOut By Lucy \n\n\n\nDoors open at 7:30\, show starts at 8:00. \n\n\n\nAll ages admitted\, 19+ with photo ID to drink.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/backseat-dragon-hot-dog-summer-ep-release-show/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241116T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241117T020000
DTSTAMP:20260523T154734
CREATED:20241107T203519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T203526Z
UID:10001419-1731790800-1731808800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Laylit
DESCRIPTION:Laylit is a platform and collective celebrating music and artists from the Arab/SWANA region and its diaspora. Over the last four years their dance parties in New York City and Montreal have carved out an unmatched place in North American nightlife\, becoming an anticipated social gathering and unique musical experience. \n\n\n\nEach party takes you on a genre-spanning journey\, highlighting the incredible musical diversity\, depth and richness that comes out of the region. Laylit has established its place on the scene with a signature electronic sound blending shaabi\, dabke\, mahraganat\, Arabic pop and hip-hop with contemporary\, boundary pushing dance music (techno\, breakbeat\, hyperpop…) inspired by New York and Montreal’s thriving underground clubs.Featured in multiple publications including the New York Times and Pitchfork\, Laylit celebrated its 5-year anniversary this year with a Boiler Room event in NYC and a tour across multiple North American cities.Laylit values inclusivity and unity across cultures\, languages\, dialects\, religions\, identity and sexual orientations. \n\n\n\n19+ / licensed \n\n\n\nMade possible with the support of Ontario Creates
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/laylit/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife
ORGANIZER;CN="Debaser":MAILTO:hello@debaser.ca
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