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Fridays
- 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.; Monthly on first Friday
- FFF: Gay Men's Social
- A monthly event for gay men to have a closed space and share a few drinks and laughs. Sign up for the mailing list and learn more at FirstFridayFae.
- Location: RumoursHFX, 1668 Lower Water Street. Subject to change!
- 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. every second Friday.
- Virtual 2SLGBTQIA+ Mental Health Peer Support Group
- Facilitated by 2SLGBTQIA+ mental health peer supporters, every other Friday. Register here
- 10:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. Weekly
- Friday Mixed Gender Clothing Optional Parties
- Spa members and their guests are welcome to attend 2 parties these nights starting at 10pm and ending at 3 am. Come enjoy the hot tub, sauna, and our 8 open spaces! 15 private rooms are also available.
- Must be a full NightSpa member to attend; Click here to apply!
- Location: NightSpa, 2199 Gottingen Street, Halifax
Saturdays
- 9:15 a.m. Weekly: weather permitting
- Queer Run Club Halifax
- QueerRunClub: đ run for fun & for âď¸. đ No sign-ups, all skill levels.
- Location: underneath the sign at Terra Cafe, 1496 Lower Water Street
- 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Second Saturday (September - June)
- Shabbat Morning Service with ChaverimJewishCommunity
- Join us for a lay-led, queer-organized, Shabbat service - or come just for kiddish! (It starts at noon.)
- Location: Varies. Check / follow our Instgram or Facebook for current info.
- 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Weekly
- Drag Brunch @ StardustBar
- Each week is a different lineup of drag performers, typically hosted by AnnaMonaPia or MyaFoxx. Doors open at 11 with show starting at noon. Be sure to bring cash for tips!
- Arrive early to secure your spot and get ready for a unique dining experience with a twist! Enjoy a variety of lively performances and games by local drag queens and kings as you sip mimosas and indulge in tasty brunch dishes.
- Tickets: $10 + fees and taxes.
- Location: StardustBar, 1688 Barrington Street
- 1:00 p.m. Weekly
- Halifax Bear Walk
- From the HalifaxBears: a chance to enjoy the outdoors and socialize with other men whether or not they identify as a bear.
- Join Halifax Bears Facebook group to access recurring Facebook events and updates.
- Location: lower parking lot by the beach at Point Pleasant Park.
- 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Weekly
- Gay Menâs Happy Hour (Starting February 28, 2026)
- Built for connection. Powered by community. Gay Menâs Happy Hour is your weekly excuse to get out, grab a drink, and actually meet people. Loud laughs, new friends, and zero awkward vibes. Games on, drinks flowing, good energy all around.
- $5 well drinks ⢠$6 bottled beer ⢠$7 wine & coolers. Free pool, darts & video games.
- Location: RumoursHFX, 1668 Lower Water Street
- 8:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. Weekly
- Saturday Mixed Gender Clothing Optional Parties
- Spa members and their guests are welcome to attend 3 parties these nights starting at 8pm and ending at 3am. Come enjoy the hot tub, sauna, and our 8 open spaces! 15 private rooms are also available.
- Must be a full Night Spa member to attend; Click here to apply!
- Location: NightSpa, 2199 Gottingen Street, Halifax
- 10:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. Weekly
- Glitter Bomb
- Every Saturday night, Glitter Bomb takes over StardustBar with fresh beats, good vibes, and a welcoming space for everyone to dance and connect. A new DJ each week keeps the energy alive with Pop, Top 40, House, and remixes that will have you on the floor all night.
- Reserve your spot online and pay $5 at the door. Coat check is available in winter for $3.
- Location: StardustBar, 1688 Barrington Street
Sundays
- 10:00 a.m. Weekly
- United Church Services
- BedfordUnitedChurch is an Affirming Congregation and welcomes everyone. For more info, call 835-8497.
- Location: 1200 Bedford Highway
- 10:30 a.m. Weekly
- UniversalistUnitarianChurch
- Lay-led service. We are a Welcoming Congregation, aiming to help each person in their search for truth and meaning.
- Location: UniversalistUnitarianChurch, 5500 Inglis Street
- 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Weekly
- Halifax Friends Meeting (Quakers)
- Quakerism emphasizes that we all manifest the Divine.
- Location: Atlantic School of Theology Library (640 Franklyn Street). Please use the car port entrance.
- 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Monthly on the first Sunday
- Queer Gardeners Guild Meeting
- Connect, learn and grow with fellow plant enthusiasts! All skill levels are welcome. Join us for discussions, seed swaps, and workshops as the seasons change.
- Other ways to join our community: We host a chatroom on our / Discord Server!
- Location: ThePinkPiano Cafe, 585 Sackville Drive, Lower Sackville
- 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monthly on second Sunday
- ElderBerries Second Sunday Salon
- Join Q folk 50 and over for education, a potluck lunch, and some social time. Typically meetings are held in-person in Halifax.
- To be placed on mailing list and to get updates on meetings, email us.
- 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Weekly
- Masc Munch at The Duke's
- Members and non-members are welcome to join us for a FREE casual social gathering for people involved in or interested in NightSpa's weekly Sunday Masc events. Come have a drink, a bite to eat, and get to know some folk before we head down the street for the Masc party from 4pm-8pm. 19+
- Location: The Dukeâs 2057 Gottingen Street, Halifax
- 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Weekly
- Sapphic Sundays
- A weekly space for lesbians, bi women, queer women, and sapphic-aligned folks to connect, unwind, and celebrate community. Free pool games, darts, video games, cribbage, and popcorn with music videos. Special pricing: $5 well drinks, $6 bottle of beers, and $7 wine & coolers.
- Location: RumoursHFX, 1668 Lower Water Street.
- 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Weekly
- Masc: Sunday Matinee (Masc-i-nee)
- Masc, short for Masculine, is Night Spaâs special night for Men & Thems. Think of it as a more conventional bathhouse experience. Consent focused social nights filled with flirting, fun, and some hardcore play!
- Must be a Night Spa member to attend; Click here to apply! (19+)
- Location: NightSpa, 2199 Gottingen Street, Halifax
- 7:30 p.m. Weekly
- Rainbow of Recovery Dartmouth meeting
- Alcoholics Anonymous Group for LGBTQIA+ and friends. Speaker and discussion on first Sunday of the month. More information online.
- Location: Grace United Church, 70 King Street, Dartmouth
Mondays
Tuesdays
- 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Biweekly on Tuesdays
- Queer Newcomer and Immigrant Program
- If you are a queer newcomer looking for a safe space to build connections with fellow queer newcomers and find a sense of belonging in Halifax's 2SLGBTQIA+ community, this program is for you!
- Whether you are out and proud or questioning, a newcomer or a longtime resident of Canada, you are welcome to attend. This program consists of fun activities such as conversation groups, experience-sharing sessions, arts and crafts, and much more. Light refreshments will be provided. Letâs reduce isolation and build community together!
- More info online.
- Location: Halifax Central Library, RBC Room, Floor 3
- 7:00 p.m. to Close, Weekly
- Trans Tuesdays
- A weekly space for the trans community to connect and celebrate.
- Free pool, darts & video games.
- Location: RumoursHFX, 1668 Lower Water Street
- 8:00 p.m to Midnight Weekly
- Naked Rock Band Game Night
- A night of retro games and nudity! Drums, guitar, bass, and vocals to some hit songs; and when youâre not playing you can soak in the hot tub or sweat in the sauna!
- Must be a Night Spa member to attend; Click here to apply!
- Location: NightSpa, 2199 Gottingen Street, Halifax
Wednesdays
- 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Weekly
- BI & PAN ((Starting February 18, 2026)
- A weekly spot to celebrate bi + pan community, visibility, and love with games, good vibes, and zero pressure to be anything but yourself. Everyoneâs welcome.
- Free pool, darts & video games.
- Location: RumoursHFX, 1668 Lower Water Street
- 6:00 p.m. for 6:30 p.m.; Monthly on first Wednesday
- QueerSpiritChurch Service
- NOTE: As of December 3, 2025, services have been suspended. Check QueerSpiritChurch's social media for updates.
- Come and worship as a queer community. All genders and sexual orientations are welcome to experience God's enudring love through song, story, and sacrament. We follow the example of the liberating Gospel of Jesus that seeks to build communities that proclaim social justice for all.
- To keep up to date, join the Facebook group
- Location: FirstBaptistChurch, 1300 Oxford Street - the front door of the big stone church
- 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monthly on 2nd Wednesday June-September
- đ§ QueerClimbs Outdoor Bouldering Meetup
- Hang out and climb with us at an outdoor bouldering meetup! This event is open to all 2SLGBTIA people, we'd love to see you there! Please bring gear you'd need for a fun outdoor climb (shoes, chalk, water, snacks, layers and a pad if you have one), all skill levels are welcome but some prior experience is recommended.
- Location: Please check our Instagram queerclimbshfx for location or email us at queerclimbshfx_at_gmail.com
- 7:00 p.m. Weekly (Except first week of month)
- Music Bingo!
- Weekly Music Bingo event for the queer community every Wednesday (except first week of month). FREE to play. Prizes to be won. New theme every week. Hosted by EastCoastQueers.
- Get your tickets online!
- Location: StardustBar, 1688 Barrington Street
- 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Monthly on first Wednesday
- ECQ Trivia
- EastCoastQueers is now at StardustBar. Trivia is on the first Wednesday and Thursday of the month with same trivia for both.
- Cost: Groups 2-6. $7 per person. Sold as tables.
- Location: StardustBar, 1688 Barrington Street
- 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monthly on first Wednesday
- UntoxicatedQueers
- Part-support group, part-sober events, part-harm reduction initiative, and 100% queer.
- Contact UntoxicatedQueers for more information.
- Location: BMO Room, Central Library, 5440 Spring Garden Road
Thursdays
- 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monthly on the first Thursday
- Club Queirdo
- Club Queirdo is Cole Harbourâs Interschool GSA, so it is the perfect way to meet other queer teens (although all are welcome as long as theyâre allies)!
- Join us each month for a different activity. No registration, entirely free, open to students in grades 7-12. More info online.
- Location: Cole Harbour Public Library, 51 Forest Hills Parkway
- 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Weekly
- RRANS Community Hangout
- Join RainbowRefugeesNS for hangouts, free coffee and snacks, and good conversations. You can expect to meet new people, chat about life, and laugh a little. This is a bi-weekly community hangout for LGBTQI+ newcomers and the broader Halifax 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
- Location: Contact info@rrans.com for more information and directions.
- 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Monthly on the third Thursday
- Night's Paw ~ Pet Night! :3
- Tired of being a human? This is a (19+) special party for Pups, Furs, Pets & Handlers, and Enthusiasts! Come and unleash your inner (or outer) animal! This is a space where you can be your fun furry self, romp around as a playful pup, or whatever you want to be! Roll over, crawl, bark, wag, play tug of war, get/give pets and belly rubs, or get walked around on a leash!
- Cost: $20 in advance / $30 at the door (Discounted tickets are available for attendees with low income)
- Location: NightSpa, 2199 Gottingen Street, Halifax, NS
- Please email Clifford[at]nightspa[dot]ca if you are interested in getting on the Exclusive Guest List! We are always happy to see new animals join in the fun! :3
- 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. First week of month
- ECQ Trivia
- EastCoastQueers is now at StardustBar. Trivia is on the first Wednesday and Thursday of the month with same trivia set for both.
- Cost: Groups 2-6. $7 per person. Sold as tables.
- Location: StardustBar, 1688 Barrington Street
- 7:30 p.m. Weekly
- Rainbow of Recovery meeting
- Alcoholics Anonymous Group for LGBTQIA+ and friends. More information online.
- Location: Meeting Room A, St. Andrews Community Centre, 3380 Barnstead Lane, Halifax
- 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Weekly
- Queer Boxing Class
- Boxing class just for queer + trans folks! Classic skipping, shadow boxing, heavy bag and hand pads with strength components to give you a full body workout. And let's face it, we'll have the best music. All skill levels welcome.
- Cost: Varies based on membership; drop-in rates are available. Register online.
- Location: Queensbury Rules Boxing Studio, Unit 2, 1565 South Park Street
- 10:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Weekly
- Queer Music Radio Show
- OutLoud is a weekly radio show dedicated to showcasing music from LGBTQ artists around the world. Broadcasting in Lower Sackville on CIOE at 97.5FM and streaming online at communityradio.ca
- For more info see the Hâ˘Râ˘E page.
- 6:00 p.m. to 10:p0 p.m.
- Drag Bingo
- FarrahMoanz Returns for Drag Bingo with Farrah and Friends!
- Come play bingo while being entertained by some of the best local talent! Originally from the Eastern Shore, the Blonde Bombshell herself, Farrah Moanz. She and her gaggle of girls are bringing a night of glamorous drag, high-energy lip-syncs, and quick wit right back to the shore.
- Tickets: $15, online.
- Location: Bingo Hall, Eastern Shore Recreational Centre, 67 Park Road, Musquodoboit Harbour
- 8:00 p.m.
- Movie under the Stars: The Mitchells vs. the Machines
- "The Mitchells vs. the Machines" Directed by Mike Rianda, is a heartwarming and humorous animated film that explores themes of family, technology, and acceptance.
- It follows creative outcast Katie Mitchell, who is thrilled to finally head off to her dream film school. Her plans are hijacked when her well-meaning, tech-fearing dad cancels her flight to force one last family road trip instead. However, their awkward bonding time is cut short when a sudden, global robot apocalypse captures all of humanity. Now, the quirky and dysfunctional Mitchell familyâalong with two broken but friendly robotsâmust overcome their differences and team up to save the world.
- Grab your cozy blankets and camp chairs! Weâll have popcorn, and other treats for the whole family. The movie will start at dusk
- See the Pride site for more information.
- Location: Musquodoboit Harbour Railway Museum, 7895 Nova Scotia Trunk 7, Musquodoboit Harbour
- 6:30 p.m.
- Drag on the Shore
- "Get ready to be starstruck â Ms. FarrahMoanz cordially summons you to an electrifying evening of drag, glamour, and show-stopping spectacle! Her fierce crew of queens is primed to light up the stage and serve performances thatâll leave you breathless and begging for more.
- Bring your bills, snap those pics, and prepare for a night you wonât forget. The divas are in full forceâand the spotlightâs hot!
- Tickets: General admission, $20. Doors at 6:30, show at 7.
- Location: 6644 Nova Scotia Trunk 7, Head of Chezzetcook
- 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
- Camp Campfire Get Together
- Ditch the bug sprayâthis is not your average summer camp! Camp Campfire is a playful, unapologetically CAMP gathering for the queer community. What do we mean by CAMP? Itâs an aesthetic and sensibility that embraces exaggeration, theatricality, and irony, often with a sense of humor and playfulness. Itâs a way to express yourself, challenge norms, and celebrate your individuality!
- Come hang out by the fire, enjoy some classic campfire snacks, and soak up the cozy vibes under the stars. Sequins are highly welcome, but never requiredâjust bring yourself, your fabulousness (whatever that looks like), and maybe a camping chair. This is your space to be you, make new friends, and connect with community. Come for the snacks, stay for the sparkle. Letâs make sâmore memories together!
- RSVP in advance.
- Location: 20 Alvewa Drive, Myers Point
- 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
- Hannah Montana Drag Comedy Tour
- HALIFAX! Are we ready to get the best of both worlds?
- Get your bang on and get the limo out front (uber) for the Best of Both Worlds Comesy Tour hosted by BILF.
- Tickets:
$10, presale, $15 at the door. Doors at 8, show at 8:30.
- $5 add on for the after party DISNEY CHANNEL RAVE featuring performances by Pansy Vermilion, Proshenna Rett, and Saturn.
- Location: RumoursHFX, 1668 Lower Water Street
- 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- Rainbow Ramble
- Join Ferro & Tide Outdoors for a welcoming, all-ages guided Pride hike along the beautiful Clam Harbour Beach Trail. Weâll be rambling at an easy, social pace with plenty of time to connect with each other and the land. Whether youâre brand new to hiking, bringing the whole family, or spend every weekend on the trails, you are invited to come exactly as you are!
- Cost: Pay what you can. RSVP in advance. Hike starts at 1:30 PM sharp.
- Location: Clam Harbour Beach, 158 Beach Rd, Lake Charlotte
- 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
- Dancing with the Queers
- Back by popular demand! Join us at Steeple Green Books for an unforgettable 19+ night of throwback classics, current hits, and pure celebration. Wear whatever makes you shine and bring your friends!
- Tickets: $10, in advance.
- Location: Steeple Green Books, 26 E Petpeswick Rd, Musquodoboit Harbour
- 7:00 p.m.
- Starlit Mix n Mingle
- Come and connect with some of your EasternShorePride Board members in a peaceful, coastal setting! Kindly hosted by past board member Ken at his seaside spotâjust a few minutes' drive from Martinique Beachâthis is a wonderful opportunity to chat, share ideas, and mingle with community.
- Refreshments: Light snacks and drinks will be provided.
- Cost: By donation (to help cover the cost of refreshments).
- Read more on the ESP site.
- Location: 2124 E Petpeswick Rd, Musquodoboit Harbour
- 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- Teen Pride Hangout
- A space to connect, create, and be you.
- In these low-pressure hangouts, we'll alternate between:
- - Crafts: Button-making, zines, and friendship bracelets.
- - Games: Queer trivia and board games.
- - Learning: Queer history, guest artists, and self-care.
- - Snacks will be served. Drop in and join the fun!
- In partnership with Eastern Shore Pride.
- Details online.
- Location: Musquodoboit Harbour Public Library, 7900 Trunk 7, Musquodoboit Harbour
- 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
- Book Launch: Outspoken - A Journey from Olympic Athlete to Activist, by Betty Baxter
- Please join Betty Baxter for her Halifax book launch of Outspoken: A Journey from Olympic Athlete to Activist. An Olympian recounts her experiences as a young gay athlete and coach in the '70s and '80s, turning discrimination into celebration.
- Info on the library site.
- Location: Lindsay Children's Room | Floor 2, Central Library, 5440 Spring Garden Road
- 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Club Queirdo: Pride Pouches by Cole Harbour Public Library
- Get ready to go back to school with a fabulous pride-themed pouch! Use it as a pencil case, make-up bag, or whatever else youâd like. Decorate with markers, keychains, embroidery, and more.
- Club Queirdo is Cole Harbourâs Interschool GSA, so it is the perfect way to meet other queer teens (although allies are also very welcome)!
- Join us the first Thursday of each month for a different activity.
- Cole Harbour Public Library, no registration, entirely free, open to students in grades 5-12
- Info online.
- 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Fiber Arts Circle
- Join BiNetworkNovaScotia for some cozy crafts and conversation. Bring a current project, start a new one, and meet some other artsy and craftsy bi+ folks. This event is for people of all levels and all experiences in fiber arts. Find us at the big community table!
- Note that masks are required. đˇFind out more on Instagram.
- Location: GlitterBeanCafe, 5896 Spring Garden Road
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