BacklotHfx

Backlot HFX

A new addition to the Halifax queer bar scene, opened late March 2026.

April 2026 WayvesMagazine interview with owner.

Contact Info

• Address: 2103 Gottingen Street
• Socials: Facebook, Instagram

2026-03-10

2026-03-10

History

• October 30, 2025: Facebook page created.
• October 31, 2025 : Company registered with the RJSC with an address 10km south of Sydney, NS
• March 17, 2026: Facebook updated with:
  • It’s been a challenge to keep this exciting news under wraps but finalllllly:
  • BacklotHFX— Official Announcement: Halifax’s Gottingen district has always had a strong pulse.❤️🧡💛💚💙💜
  • In March 2026, ‘BacklotHFX’ opens on Gottingen Street
  • Two spaces. One community.
  • Upstairs: a casual laid-back lounge — pool tables, good friends, easy energy.
  • Downstairs: a night time dance bar — lights low, bass up, club heat. DANCE!
  • No cover.
  • Cheap drinks.
  • Something for everyone.
  • Inspired by the legacy of Halifax queer spaces like Club NRG, MenzAndMollyz, and created for the community showing up now.
  • Come early. Stay late.
  • However you move, there’s room for you here.
• March 4, 2026 : WayvesMagazine article
• March 31, 2026 : Soft opening of BacklotHfx

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