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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 - 6:30pm
- Virtual 2SLGBTQIA+ Mental Health Peer Support Group
- Facilitated by 2SLGBTQIA+ mental health peer supporters, every other Friday. Register here
- 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Monthly on second Friday
- đ§ QueerClimbs @ Seven Bays
- Join the QueerClimbs group for a monthly session.
- Cost: $10 + tax for non-members (free for Seven Bays members) - $5 for shoe rental.
- Location: Rotating between Seven Bays Bouldering gyms, check linked instagram for details
- 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Monthly on last Friday
- đ§ QueerClimbs at East Peak
- Hang out with us from 6-9, with rope climbing intro courses at 6 and 7 p.m. for new climbers!
- Cost: $10 + tax with gear included! Register online.
- Location: East Peak Indoor Climbing, 6408 Quinpool Road
- 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 âïž. đ No sign-ups, all skill levels.
- Location: underneath the sign at Terra Cafe, 1496 Lower Water Street
- 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.
- 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
- 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Weekly
- The Sunday Night Drag Show
- Stardust presents The Sunday Night Drag Show, a high-energy, weekly drag show hosted by DianaBTease and a cast of local drag performers. Arrive early to secure your spot and get ready for a fun and vibrant evening! Enjoy a variety of lively performances and games by local drag queens and kings as you sip a tasty cocktail/mocktail or dine on some tasty dishes.
- Tickets: $10 + fees ($5 earlybird tickets).
- Location: StardustBar, 1688 Barrington Street
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
- 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
- 6:00 p.m. for 6:30 p.m.; Monthly on first Wednesday
- QueerSpiritChurch Service
- 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: 1300 Oxford Street - the front door of the big stone church
- 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, 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.
- 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 HâąRâąE page.
- 8:00 p.m. to 10:0 p.m.
- Hali Merengay - Queer Latin Dance
- YGet ready to salsa and bachata all night long at Hali Merengay - Queer Latin Dance, where the rhythm never stops!
- Get ready to move and groove at Hali Merengay, the Queer Latin Dance party! Join us in person for a night full of vibrant beats, inclusive vibes, and nonstop fun. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or just want to try something new, this space is all about celebrating community and dancing your heart out. Bring your energy and come shake it with us!
- Tickets: $10.00, online.
- Once you enter the building, youll see the reception. The dance studio is located at the left end side of the reception. There is some bathrooms and locker rooms available as well.
- Location: Dance studio @ Citadel Community Centre, 1955 Trollope Street
- 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Club Queirdo: DIY Stress Balls by Cole Harbour Public Library
- Whether youâre feeling stressed or just like to fidget, stress balls are the solution. Make a variety of adorable stress balls, plus at least one very uniquely filled transparent stress ball. Weâll also have steamed mantou (Chinese steamed buns) because they are basically delicious edible stress balls. Finally, weâll have a prize for the stress ball that is voted most satisfying to squeeze.
- 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, open to students in grades 5-12
- Info online.
- 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Halftime Show Brunch
- Get ready for a Super Bowl Sunday like no other! Stardust is serving up iconic drag performances inspired by iconic Halftime shows. Itâs game day⊠but make it DRAG. đâš
- Join us for Halftime Show Brunch, a rag brunch inspired by the most iconic Super Bowl halftime performances ever. Big energy, bigger looks, and nonstop talent. Hosted by KristiDavidson and featuring ProshennaRett, RandiERogenous & ItzaStar.
- Tickets: $10 (online) + brunch (in person). Doors open at 11, show at noon.
- Location: StardustBar, 1688 Barrington Street
- 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
- SqwishHalifax Basketball
- Some casual pick-up b-ball. No registration required, just drop in, ready to play! This event is free but donations are appreciated to cover costs of rental and equipment. Speak to one of the organizers. Some basketballs will be provided and feel free to bring your own. Please bring a water bottle for yourself, which can be filled at the school.
- Please review policies in the About and Files of the Facebook group prior to attending.
- Location: Joseph Howe Elementary, 2557 Maynard Street
- 8:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
- Cupid Comedy
- An all queer Valentine's Comedy Show! Get ready to spread your cheeks with some on Nova Scotia's best comedians! This all queer cast of comics slings sillies about love, life, and family.
- Tickets: $17.57, online.
- Location: RumoursHFX, 1668 Lower Water Street
- 5:45 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
- Practising Care Without Permission: Ballroom, Kiki, and Collective Survival
- A public lecture on ballroom, Black queer community, and collective survival, that explores how we sustain care where none was promised.
- This public lecture explores how people learn to take care of one another when support is unstable, uneven, or unreliable. Drawing on doctoral research and long-term community-based work with Black queer and trans communities, Vincent Mousseau focuses on care as something practised over time, shaped through relationship, attention, and shared responsibility rather than formal systems or guarantees.
- The lecture centres ballroom culture as one place where these practices have been developed, refined, and passed on across generations. In ballroom spaces, care is learned by showing up consistently, staying through conflict and difficulty, and responding to what others need in real time. These practices are not abstract ideals, but everyday ways of surviving and sustaining one another under pressure.
- Introducing the concept of speculative care, the lecture names forms of care shaped by uncertainty, where people act without knowing what will last or who will be supported in the long term. Moving between research, lived experience, and close attention to everyday practices, Practising Care Without Permission invites listeners to reflect on how care already circulates in their own lives and communities, often quietly and without formal recognition.
- This event is a public lecture followed by discussion. No prior knowledge of ballroom or kiki culture is required.
- Content advisory: This talk includes strong language and is recommended for those aged 16+.
- Tickets: Free but registration encouraged. Doors open at 5:45, lecture to begin at 6.
- Location: Dalhousie University - Kenneth C. Rowe Management Bldg, 6100 University Avenue
- 11:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.
- BlackBerri
- A Black History Month celebration where queer Black excellence meets the dancefloor.
- Hosted by ElleNoir with performances by CookieCunningham & BeefPattie, plus DJ Badfriends spinning a mix of soca, Caribbean, dancehall, R&B, hip hop, and pure queer Black joy.
- Tickets: Early bird $10 âą General $15 (+ fees/taxes).
- Location: StardustBar, 1688 Barrington Street
- 9:30 p.m. to 3:30 a.m.
- Dancing Queen: Valentine's Day
- Celebrate Valentine's Day at RumoursHFX with a night of live music, dancing and timeless love songs! Weâre thrilled to welcome Dancing Queen, Halifaxâs premier ABBA tribute band, for an unforgettable Valentineâs celebration. Sing along to iconic hits, fill the dance floor, and enjoy a romantic touch to kick off the night â a limited rose per person and a champagne toast to celebrate love in all its forms. Whether youâre coming with a partner, friends, or flying solo, this is the perfect Valentineâs night out.
- Tickets: $20 Early Bird, $25 Advance; $30 at the Door. Music begins at 10.
- Location: RumoursHFX, 1668 Lower Water Street
- 10:00 p.m.
- Love Bites
- Valentineâs is dead. Long live the freaks.
- MonsterHaus takes over Chainyard Cider with a night of seductive menace, queer chaos, and heart-stopping performancesâfeaturing special guest Betty Doop. Lovers, rivals, monsters, and misfits collide in a show thatâs sexy, sticky, and unapologetically strange.
- Wear something youâd let ruin your reputation. This oneâs gonna leave a mark.
- Tickets: $20 (+ fees and taxes).
- Location: Chain Yard Urban Cidery & Taproom, 2606 Agricola Street
- 10:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.
- Glitter Hearts - Valentine's Day Dance Party
- Welcome all to Glitter Hearts, a Valentineâs Day event unlike any StardustBar has ever seen! The evening will be hosted by the beloved Elle Noir and includes a star studded line up of award winning DJs, producers, drag & burlesque performers.
- Enjoy a Valentineâs Day themed drink (available for one night only) and get ready to dance your heart out! Donât forget to bring cash so you can tip the incredible performers & staff. And remember - consent is necessary: Be safe, communicate, and have fun.Lovers and friends, join us under the disco ball for an unforgettable night.
- Tickets: Presale (limited quantity) $10 or $15 in advance (+ fees/taxes). At the door (based on availability): $20. Coat Check: $3
- Location: StardustBar, 1688 Barrington Street
- 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- 2SLGBTQIA+ Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
- Day 1 of 2
- Join the Healthy Minds Cooperative for a life-saving training session that empowers the 2SLGBTQIA+ community with essential suicide intervention skills.
- Suicide disproportionately impacts 2SLGBTQIA+ communities due to systemic oppression, discrimination, and barriers to affirming care. This 2-day (Feb 21 & 22), Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) is designed to gives you the confidence, knowledge and practical tools to intervene when it matters most. You donât need to be a counselor or mental health professional â just someone whoâs willing to care, to listen, and to take action.
- ASIST is an internationally recognized, evidence-based training that equips participants to recognize when someone may be at risk of suicide, engage in supportive and direct conversations, and work collaboratively to develop a plan that helps keep them safe.
- This offering is designated for Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, intersex, asexual, and other sexual and gender-diverse people, and will be facilitate by members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, creating a safer learning environment for community members attending this training.
- Registration is free. Note that participation in both days (Saturday, February 21 and Sunday, February 22) is expected.
- Location: NSCC - Ivany Campus, 80 Mawiomi Place, Dartmouth
- 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- 2SLGBTQIA+ Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
- Day 2 of 2
- Join the Healthy Minds Cooperative for a life-saving training session that empowers the 2SLGBTQIA+ community with essential suicide intervention skills.
- Suicide disproportionately impacts 2SLGBTQIA+ communities due to systemic oppression, discrimination, and barriers to affirming care. This 2-day (Feb 21 & 22), Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) is designed to gives you the confidence, knowledge and practical tools to intervene when it matters most. You donât need to be a counselor or mental health professional â just someone whoâs willing to care, to listen, and to take action.
- ASIST is an internationally recognized, evidence-based training that equips participants to recognize when someone may be at risk of suicide, engage in supportive and direct conversations, and work collaboratively to develop a plan that helps keep them safe.
- This offering is designated for Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, intersex, asexual, and other sexual and gender-diverse people, and will be facilitate by members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, creating a safer learning environment for community members attending this training.
- Registration is free. Note that participation in both days (Saturday, February 21 and Sunday, February 22) is expected.
- Location: NSCC - Ivany Campus, 80 Mawiomi Place, Dartmouth
- 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- CQCC Connect Halifax
- Join us in Halifax for CQCC Connect, a unique event that brings together LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, and allies in a vibrant, inclusive environment. This is your chance to discover new business opportunities, establish valuable connections, and participate in thought-provoking discussions that pave the way for long-term success.
- Join Roseline Olesambu and Corrie Melanson from Sea Change CoLab Inc. for a fireside chat on the creation of the Queer Atlantic Business Hub. Theyâll share key insights from the Atlantic-wide survey and interviews with 2SLGBTQIA+ entrepreneurs, give a first look at whatâs ahead for the Hubâs first year, and invite participants to get involved as founding members.
- More details and registration information online.
- Location: GlitterBeanCafe, 5896 Spring Garden Road
- 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
- SqwishHalifax Basketball
- Some casual pick-up b-ball. No registration required, just drop in, ready to play! This event is free but donations are appreciated to cover costs of rental and equipment. Speak to one of the organizers. Some basketballs will be provided and feel free to bring your own. Please bring a water bottle for yourself, which can be filled at the school.
- Please review policies in the About and Files of the Facebook group prior to attending.
- Location: Joseph Howe Elementary, 2557 Maynard Street
- 2:00 p.m.
- Golden Girls - The Laughs Continue
- Miamiâs sassiest seniors return for one more hurrah in an all new show. Story by Robert Leleux. Directed by Eric Swanson. Imagine what the gals would be doing today if they were still alive. Get ready for the hilarious shenanigans.
- 2025 finds Sophia out on bail, after being busted by the DEA for running a drug ring at Shady Pines. Blanche and Rose have founded CreakN, a thriving sex app for seniors. And Dorothy is trying to hold it all together, with help from her much younger, sex-crazed love interest. Relive the heartfelt hilarity of four ladies who never stopped being your friends! Learn more about this drag-tastic adaption on their website.
- There will be a 20-minute intermission.
- Tickets: Range from $63.00 to $128.50.
- Location: Dalhousie Arts Centre, 6101 University Avenue
- 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Club Queirdo: Macramé Rainbow Flags by Cole Harbour Public Library
- Try your hand at the art of knot tying: macramé. Make a rainbow wall hanging in the colours of your favourite Pride flag to show yourself or your support.
- 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, open to students in grades 5-12
- Info online.
- 10:00 p.m. to 3:30 a.m.
- Coupl'a Queers presents: THEY HAVE LANDED!
- Rumour has it... UFOs have invaded! These Unidentified Freaky objects know how to party.. won't you join?
- Breaking news: They have landed! Unidentified freaky objects are INVADING Rumours Cabaret on March 6! We have observed the behavior of these creatures and determined that they are attracted to flashy neon colours, the rumble of bass music, and dancing with one another in large groups with no particular sexual preference... They are here, they're queer, and Area 51 is nowhere near... So let's show them how we party here on the East coast. You can choose to dress up to fit in with our newly found Freaks or come as you are, and the best costume will win a $100 CASH prize! (you know how Coupl'a Queers goes)
- Tickets: Starting at $12.21, online.
- Location: RumoursHFX, 1668 Lower Water Street
- TBA
- Drag-Along Spectacular: Mamma Mia!
- Fundraiser for HEALNS. Details TBA.
- Location: Light House Arts Centre, 1800 Argyle Street
- 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
- Melt The Ice
- We Are Not Free Until We Are All Free
- Join us for a cabaret fundraiser for Freedom For Immigrants. Created and hosted by some of Halifax's greatest drag, burlesque, and cabaret artists, this will be a night you won't forget!
- Don't miss out on this exciting event. Come out and show your support for Freedom for Immigrants while enjoying a night of fantastic performances.
- Featuring: CookieCunningham, HannibalLickeder, BabiaMajora, BeefPattie, MarkSizzum, ElleNoir, LaciaMajora, QueeraBang, MikeHunt, RandiERogenous, JoMama, and ColinSick.
- Tickets: Tickets are PWYC and 100%. Doors at 7:00pm, show at 7:30pm. All profits are going to Freedom For Immigrants.
- Location: 2 Crows Brewing, 1932 Brunswick Street
- 8:00 p.m.
- War on the Catwalk
- Hosted by Alyssa Edwards with performances by Jewels Sparkles, Lexi, Lydia B. Kollins, Bosco, Suzie Toot, and Daya Betty. -- The VIP Meet & Greet for this event will be available as an add-on after you select your event ticket.
- Tickets: range from $63 to $284.75.
- Location: Dalhousie Arts Centre, 6101 University Ave
- 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
- SqwishHalifax Basketball
- Some casual pick-up b-ball. No registration required, just drop in, ready to play! This event is free but donations are appreciated to cover costs of rental and equipment. Speak to one of the organizers. Some basketballs will be provided and feel free to bring your own. Please bring a water bottle for yourself, which can be filled at the school.
- Please review policies in the About and Files of the Facebook group prior to attending.
- Location: Joseph Howe Elementary, 2557 Maynard Street
- 7:00 p.m.
- Tracy & Martina Live
- Tracy and Martina are two fun-loving best friends from Cape Breton. As their motto suggests, âsavinâ money, savinâ time, for gettinâ loaded,â Tracy and Martina are experts when it comes to partying on a dime. Despite living in a rural post-industrial community, these girls always find entertainment and glamour in everyday activities.
- Whether theyâre playing bingo, getting groceries, shootinâ the sh!t, or going out, Tracy and Martina never miss an opportunity to cake on some makeup and cause a scene.
- Tracy and Martina are doing 3 lives shows in Halifax: March 17, 18, and 19. More info online.
- Tickets: starting at $40 + fees and taxes.
- Location: Light House Arts Centre, 1800 Argyle Street
- 7:00 p.m.
- Tracy & Martina Live
- Tracy and Martina are two fun-loving best friends from Cape Breton. As their motto suggests, âsavinâ money, savinâ time, for gettinâ loaded,â Tracy and Martina are experts when it comes to partying on a dime. Despite living in a rural post-industrial community, these girls always find entertainment and glamour in everyday activities.
- Whether theyâre playing bingo, getting groceries, shootinâ the sh!t, or going out, Tracy and Martina never miss an opportunity to cake on some makeup and cause a scene.
- Tracy and Martina are doing 3 lives shows in Halifax: March 17, 18, and 19. More info online.
- Tickets: starting at $40 + fees and taxes.
- Location: Light House Arts Centre, 1800 Argyle Street
- 7:00 p.m.
- Tracy & Martina Live
- Tracy and Martina are two fun-loving best friends from Cape Breton. As their motto suggests, âsavinâ money, savinâ time, for gettinâ loaded,â Tracy and Martina are experts when it comes to partying on a dime. Despite living in a rural post-industrial community, these girls always find entertainment and glamour in everyday activities.
- Whether theyâre playing bingo, getting groceries, shootinâ the sh!t, or going out, Tracy and Martina never miss an opportunity to cake on some makeup and cause a scene.
- Tracy and Martina are doing 3 lives shows in Halifax: March 17, 18, and 19. More info online.
- Tickets: Sold out.
- Location: Light House Arts Centre, 1800 Argyle Street
- 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
- SqwishHalifax Basketball
- Some casual pick-up b-ball. No registration required, just drop in, ready to play! This event is free but donations are appreciated to cover costs of rental and equipment. Speak to one of the organizers. Some basketballs will be provided and feel free to bring your own. Please bring a water bottle for yourself, which can be filled at the school.
- Please review policies in the About and Files of the Facebook group prior to attending.
- Location: Joseph Howe Elementary, 2557 Maynard Street
- TBA
- đ„ Bluenose Bonspiel 2026
- LooseEndsCurling's annual bonspiel. More details online.
- Location: Mayflower Curling Club, 82 Market Way Lane, Timberlea
- TBA
- đ„ Bluenose Bonspiel 2026
- LooseEndsCurling's annual bonspiel. More details online.
- Location: Mayflower Curling Club, 82 Market Way Lane, Timberlea
- TBA
- đ„ Bluenose Bonspiel 2026
- LooseEndsCurling's annual bonspiel. More details online.
- Location: Mayflower Curling Club, 82 Market Way Lane, Timberlea
- TBA
- đ„ Bluenose Bonspiel 2026
- LooseEndsCurling's annual bonspiel. More details online.
- Location: Mayflower Curling Club, 82 Market Way Lane, Timberlea
- 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
- SqwishHalifax Basketball
- Some casual pick-up b-ball. No registration required, just drop in, ready to play! This event is free but donations are appreciated to cover costs of rental and equipment. Speak to one of the organizers. Some basketballs will be provided and feel free to bring your own. Please bring a water bottle for yourself, which can be filled at the school.
- Please review policies in the About and Files of the Facebook group prior to attending.
- Location: Joseph Howe Elementary, 2557 Maynard Street
- 7:30 p.m.
- Disney Pride in Concert
- Hear iconic music from Disneyâs century-long history, including The Lion King, Aladdin, The Little Mermaid, Peter Pan, Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast, Mulan, Hercules, Mary Poppins, Toy Story, Frozen, and more!
- When you wish upon a star your dreams come true! Symphony Nova Scotia is delighted to join the HalifaxGayMensChorus to present Disney Pride in Concert. Accompanied by video clips from your favourite films, hear iconic music from Disneyâs century-long history, including The Lion King, Aladdin, The Little Mermaid, Peter Pan, Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast, Mulan, Hercules, Mary Poppins, Toy Story, Frozen, and more in this dazzling celebration of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
- Tickets: $48.50-$110.50; Single tickets will go on sale on August 20, 2025.
- Location: Dalhousie Arts Centre, 6101 University Ave
- 7:30 p.m.
- Disney Pride in Concert
- Hear iconic music from Disneyâs century-long history, including The Lion King, Aladdin, The Little Mermaid, Peter Pan, Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast, Mulan, Hercules, Mary Poppins, Toy Story, Frozen, and more!
- When you wish upon a star your dreams come true! Symphony Nova Scotia is delighted to join the HalifaxGayMensChorus to present Disney Pride in Concert. Accompanied by video clips from your favourite films, hear iconic music from Disneyâs century-long history, including The Lion King, Aladdin, The Little Mermaid, Peter Pan, Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast, Mulan, Hercules, Mary Poppins, Toy Story, Frozen, and more in this dazzling celebration of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
- Tickets: $48.50-$110.50; Single tickets will go on sale on August 20, 2025.
- Location: Dalhousie Arts Centre, 6101 University Ave
- 7:30 p.m.
- Disney Pride in Concert
- Hear iconic music from Disneyâs century-long history, including The Lion King, Aladdin, The Little Mermaid, Peter Pan, Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast, Mulan, Hercules, Mary Poppins, Toy Story, Frozen, and more!
- When you wish upon a star your dreams come true! Symphony Nova Scotia is delighted to join the HalifaxGayMensChorus to present Disney Pride in Concert. Accompanied by video clips from your favourite films, hear iconic music from Disneyâs century-long history, including The Lion King, Aladdin, The Little Mermaid, Peter Pan, Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast, Mulan, Hercules, Mary Poppins, Toy Story, Frozen, and more in this dazzling celebration of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
- Tickets: $48.50-$110.50; Single tickets will go on sale on August 20, 2025.
- Location: Dalhousie Arts Centre, 6101 University Ave
- TBA
- OutFest 2026
- Find out more online.
- Location: BusStopTheatre, 2203 Gottingen Street
- TBA
- OutFest 2026
- Find out more online.
- Location: BusStopTheatre, 2203 Gottingen Street
- TBA
- OutFest 2026
- Find out more online.
- Location: BusStopTheatre, 2203 Gottingen Street
- 7:30 p.m.
- Jeremy Dutcher & the National Arts Centre Orchestra
- Donât miss this rare opportunity to hear Jeremy Dutcher â JUNO and two-time Polaris Prize winner, Two-Spirit song carrier, composer, activist, ethnomusicologist, and member of Tobique First Nation â live in concert with the acclaimed National Arts Centre Orchestra, conducted by their dynamic Music Director Alexander Shelley. This electric collaboration takes over the Rebecca Cohn for one night only!
- Tickets: Single tickets will go on sale on August 20, 2025.
- Location: Dalhousie Arts Centre, 6101 University Ave
- TBA
- OutFest 2026
- Find out more online.
- Location: BusStopTheatre, 2203 Gottingen Street
- TBA
- OutFest 2026
- Find out more online.
- Location: BusStopTheatre, 2203 Gottingen Street
- TBA
- OutFest 2026
- Find out more online.
- Location: BusStopTheatre, 2203 Gottingen Street
- TBA
- OutFest 2026
- Find out more online.
- Location: BusStopTheatre, 2203 Gottingen Street
- 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
- SqwishHalifax Basketball
- Some casual pick-up b-ball. No registration required, just drop in, ready to play! This event is free but donations are appreciated to cover costs of rental and equipment. Speak to one of the organizers. Some basketballs will be provided and feel free to bring your own. Please bring a water bottle for yourself, which can be filled at the school.
- Please review policies in the About and Files of the Facebook group prior to attending.
- Location: Joseph Howe Elementary, 2557 Maynard Street
- 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
- SqwishHalifax Basketball
- Some casual pick-up b-ball. No registration required, just drop in, ready to play! This event is free but donations are appreciated to cover costs of rental and equipment. Speak to one of the organizers. Some basketballs will be provided and feel free to bring your own. Please bring a water bottle for yourself, which can be filled at the school.
- Please review policies in the About and Files of the Facebook group prior to attending.
- Location: Joseph Howe Elementary, 2557 Maynard Street
- All Day
- International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT)
- 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
- SqwishHalifax Basketball
- Some casual pick-up b-ball. No registration required, just drop in, ready to play! This event is free but donations are appreciated to cover costs of rental and equipment. Speak to one of the organizers. Some basketballs will be provided and feel free to bring your own. Please bring a water bottle for yourself, which can be filled at the school.
- Please review policies in the About and Files of the Facebook group prior to attending.
- Location: Joseph Howe Elementary, 2557 Maynard Street
- 9:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.
- Early Bear Party
- Part of BearBall XL.
- Whether youâve just arrived in town or youâre a woofy and welcoming local, come meet all the early arrivals at Stardust Bar! Think flirty glances, fuzzy hugs, and the kind of growls that arenât just from your stomach. Dress code: cute and casual.
- NOTE: This event is open to all â no ticket or pass necessary and no cover charge.
- Location: StardustBar, 1688 Barrington Street
- 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Harbour Ferry excursion to Dartmouth
- Part of BearBall XL.
- Weâre trading sidewalks for sea legs as we catch the cutest little harbour ferry across the water to Dartmouth â a.k.a. the side with actual views of Halifax (no shade, but⊠all the shade). Weâll float past the skyline, wave at tugboats like weâre in a parade, and wander around downtown Dartmouth in search of snacks, brews, and a patio perfect for bear-spotting đ»đ
- Weâll sip and socialize, then catch the 2PM ferry back to Halifax.
- NOTE: We will meet in the hotel lobby and leave by 11:35AM (on the dot) to catch the 11:45AM ferry.
- Location: The Hollis Hotel, 1649 Hollis Street
- 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Lobby Meat & Greet
- Part of BearBall XL.
- Fill the hole in your schedule by meeting new folks at the lobby bar.
- Location: The Hollis Hotel, 1649 Hollis Street
- 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Bear Happy Hour
- Part of BearBall XL.
- Join your fellow bears, cubs, otters, and admirers at Stardust Bar, a combination bar & restaurant â because lifeâs too short not to sip cocktails with new friends who might scratch your back later.
- Location: StardustBar, 1688 Barrington Street
- 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
- Thirst Trap Lagoon
- Part of BearBall XL.
- Slip into something comfier and join us at Thirst Trap Lagoon, the hotelâs indoor pool. Whether youâre floating on a giant inflatable donut or holding court from the hot tub, thereâs no agenda â just good vibes and sexy dudes.
- Location: The Hollis Hotel, 1649 Hollis Street
- 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
- Brandon Dean's Bear Hypnotism Show
- Part of BearBall XL.
- Come one, come all to a hilariously wild show: Brandon Dean, the Bear Hypnotist! With nothing but a swinging watch and a twinkle in his eye, Brandon has bears waltzing, sleeping, and revealing their most scandalous snack secrets (turns out, itâs always honey). Itâs weird, wonderful, and just the right amount of ridiculous! Audience members will have the opportunity to participate.
- Location: The Hollis Hotel, 1649 Hollis Street
- 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
- Bear Island Party
- Part of BearBall XL.
- Aloha, boys! Pack your coconuts and fluff your floral â weâre setting sail for Bear Island, the most tropical freaky tiki this side of Canada. Itâs flower power meets body positivity, with a dash of sun, sweat, and sweet, sweet sass. Dress code: floral shirts & island wear.
- Location: RumoursHFX, 1668 Lower Water Street
- 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Bear Games
- Part of BearBall XL.
- Join a fun, laid back crew for board games and video games â in the banquet hall.
- Location: The Hollis Hotel, 1649 Hollis Street
- 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Guided Waterfront Walking Tour
- Part of BearBall XL.
- Join us for a relaxed stroll along the stunning Halifax Waterfront. Weâll kick things off at the Old Triangle Alehouse with a cold pint to set the mood, then wander our way toward the waterfrontâs shops and cafĂ©s â stopping by the stunning Queenâs Marque, grabbing a bite (lobster rolls, anyone?) at the Cable Wharf food court, and taking in the salty breeze along the historic piers. Weâll share a laugh with the Drunken Lampposts (we relate), before looping inland for a royal wave past the Government House, and finishing our walk at Stillwell for the next activity.
- Location: Old Triangle, 5136 Prince Street
- 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Beers & Bears
- Part of BearBall XL.
- Ready your taste buds and fluff your beards â itâs time for Beers nâ Bears at Stillwell, Halifaxâs swanky-yet-snuggly gastropub on Barrington Street. Whether youâre a seasoned hophead, a curious cider sipper, or just here for the vibes and eye candy (valid), this low-key hang is your chance to mix, mingle, and sample something delicious â on tap or otherwise.
- Location: Stillwell, 1672 Barrington Street
- 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- Lobby Meat & Greet
- Part of BearBall XL.
- Fill the hole in your schedule by meeting new folks at the lobby bar.
- Location: The Hollis Hotel, 1649 Hollis Street
- 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
- Wet Fur Pool Party
- Part of BearBall XL.
- Slide into your sexiest skivvies and join us at the Wet Fur Pool Party at the hotelâs heated indoor pool. The hot tub is bubbling, the tunes are bumpinâ, and the vibes are cheekier than a cub caught stealing snacks. Whether youâre floating like a majestic sea otter or showing off your best splash dance moves, this furry affair is sure to be among the most memorable parts of the evening.
- Location: The Hollis Hotel, 1649 Hollis Street
- 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
- VIB-only Private Reception
- Part of BearBall XL.
- Sashay on in to our VIB (Very Important Bear) Private Reception, held in the stylish hotel restaurant â a cozy den of cocktails, conversation, and low-key glamour. This exclusive gathering is your chance to rub shoulders (and maybe a little more) with fellow VIPs, meet the weekendâs organizers, and ease into the festivities with good company all around. Complimentary hors dâoeuvres will be served, and there may be a surprise in storeâŠ
- Location: The Hollis Hotel, 1649 Hollis Street
- 9:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.
- Bear Ball XL Main Event
- Part of BearBall XL.
- Unleash your inner beast and own the night at Bear Ball XL â the ultimate dance party where fur flies, beats drop, and the energy is as electric as your best moves. The one and only DJ JoshuaReid will be serving up a fierce mix of bangers, classics, and everything in between to keep you moving till the stars blink. Whether youâre grinding close, throwing down your signature bear stomp, or just shaking what your mama gave you, this is the place to bring your wildest energy.
- Dress code: gay bar, leather, and kink apparel.
- Location: The Hollis Hotel, 1649 Hollis Street
- 9:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.
- Pup Playroom
- Part of BearBall XL.
- Welcome to The Pound â our private pup playroom â where tails wag freely and the vibes are playful mischief. Whether youâre a seasoned pupper or just curious about the scene, this intimate space is your safe haven to explore, connect, and let your inner pup run wild (leashes optional, fun mandatory).
- The pup playroom will be hosted by Pup Gumby.
- Location: The Hollis Hotel, 1649 Hollis Street
- 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
- Drag Brunch
- Part of BearBall XL.
- Wake up, glam up, and get ready to roar, because itâs time for Bears Drag Brunch â the fiercest, most fabulous meal of your weekend, served hot and messy at Stardust Bar! Your ticket includes a mouthwatering brunch plate, plus a full serving of camp, curves, and chaos dished out by a lineup of queens who donât just slay â they maul. Expect bold looks, belly laughs, surprise splits, and enough sass to season your scrambled eggs.
- Note: Everyone will have a seat. However, seating is first-come, first-serve and there are a variety of table locations. Those wishing to be right up front near the stage should plan to arrive early. Doors open at 10AM and the show begins at 11AM.
- Location: StardustBar, 1688 Barrington Street
- 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Bear Axe-Throwing Excursion
- Part of BearBall XL.
- Whether youâre a seasoned lumberjack or a total first-timer, this is your chance to let loose with your fellow furballs in the most delightfully chaotic way possible. HaliMac isnât just axes â itâs got local craft beer, tasty snacks to fuel your inner warrior, and enough action to make you yell: âAnd my axe!â in full fantasy flair.
- NOTE: Closed-toed shoes are required for this excursion or you will not be allowed into the axe-throwing room (venue policy).
- Location: HaliMac, 1920 Brunswick Street
- 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
- Bear Disco Party
- Part of BearBall XL.
- The weekendâs been legendary â but weâre not done yet, honey. Close it out in glittering, growling style with Bear Disco at Rumours Cabaret, where the beats are bold, the lights are low, and the dancefloor is calling your name (in falsetto).
- Location: RumoursHFX, 1668 Lower Water Street
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