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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!
- 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Monthly on last Friday
- 🧗 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: 👟 run for fun & for ☕️. 🌊 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 Duke’s 2057 Gottingen Street, Halifax
- 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Weekly
- Masc: Sunday Matinee (Masc-i-nee)
- Masc, short for Masculine, is Night Spa’s 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. Let’s 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 you’re 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 Harbour’s Interschool GSA, so it is the perfect way to meet other queer teens (although all are welcome as long as they’re 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 H•R•E page.
- 8:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
- CarbonArcCinema presents Cherub
- A gentle character study of Harvey (Benjamin Turnbull) – a straight, fat man who decides to submit a photograph of himself to a gay magazine for ‘big men and their admirers.’
- Tickets: $12.65 ($12 cash at the door if available).
- Location: CarbonArcCinema, 1747 Summer St (Museum of Natural History, entry via lower parking lot)
- 8:00 p.m. to Midnight
- Canada’s Drag Race S6 Viewing Party
- Every Thursday night starting November 20, join us at Stardust to watch the latest episode of Canada’s Drag Race (CDR) Season 6 and help us cheer on local icon, MyaFoxx! Hosted weekly by ZaraMatrix and featuring a rotating lineup of special guests, including current and former CDR cast members, we’re bringing the runway to Halifax with live performances, discussion panels, and all the drama, glamour, and hot T from the newest season of Canada’s Drag Race!
- This week's guests: MyaFoxx and fellow season 6 contestant Van Goth.
- Tickets: via EventBrite; General Admission: $10; Meet & Greet: $15 (includes access to mingle with the week’s guest performer(s) after the show) - all prices subject to fees and taxes.
- Doors open at 8, guests should arrive no later than 8:45. Pre-show from 9 to 10. Episode watch party at 10 followed by a post-show panel and discussion.
- Location: StardustBar, 1688 Barrington Street
- 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m
- ✨Felted Stim Toys an Accessibility Futurisms Program ✨
- Come make felted stim toys with us!
- The Youth Project and Queer Creatives Space is hosting a stim toy making workshop at Wonder’neath. This workshop will teach participants felting techniques to make stim toys. We’re hoping that this workshop will instill feelings of joy towards stimming, while challenging feelings of shame. We feel this workshop is important, as neurodiverse and Disabled youth are often taught to feel shame in relation to stimming. Engaging with stim toys can be a joyful experience though, in both their use and the practice of making them. For those that don’t use stim toys, you’re still welcome to make one, as they make great gifts!
- This event is a closed space for 2SLGBTQIAP+ Disabled youth between the ages of 14 to 30. Self-IDing is more than enough to access this space/ you don’t need a formal diagnosis. Questioning folks are more than welcome.
- This is a masked required event, with a preference of KN94, KN95, N95, or better. Medical grade masks are acceptable, for those that face access barriers with higher quality masks. Masks can/ will be provided.
- This event is free, wheelchair accessible, and will have ASL interpretation. There will also be a low sensory room, and a corsi-rosenthal box onsite. The Youth Project will be providing snacks and stim toys. Wonder’neath/ @wonderneath has a detailed access guide for their space, which you can find via the provided link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YZ_kwlMHohsC4yPBzZm6lhvE9rIN2WcF7-RRSDBFYko/edit
- Pre-registration for this event is not required but is appreciated. You can pre-register through the provided link: https://tinyurl.com/3hbucpz3
- This event is drop in friendly/ you can come and go as needed. :)
- This program is one of the public programs of Youth Project’s Accessibility Futurisms project funded by Accessibility Standards Canada.
- For questions contact Robin at robin@youthproject.ns.ca✨😷
- Location: Wonder’neath, 2482 Maynard Street, North End Kjipuktuk/ Halifax (In-Person).
- 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
- LOOKING? drag show and kink party
- Get into your sexy outfits and come down to Rumours nightclub for “looking?” A sexy and fun filled drag show and kink party
- Tickets: $17.31, general admission. Doors open at 7, party at 8.
- Location: RumoursHFX, 1668 Lower Water Street
- 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
- Jingle Belle
- Moncton’s ‘Platinum Entertainer’ CJ Norris returns to Halifax with his latest drag cabaret featuring the iconic Mrs. Claus. Ruby, as her fans call her, is tired of being the unsung hero of the holidays—so she’s stepping out of Santa’s shadow and into her own light. Expect campy comedy, chaotic audience participation, and appearances from guest star Cat McCluskey. Jingle Belle is “Full of heart and positive energy” (LiveBait Theatre), offering pop hits and Christmas classics sung live, plus a compelling story of female empowerment. It’s a one-of-a-kind spectacle that will have audiences of all ages and genders strutting out with fierce festive cheer.
- Tickets: $25, general admission.
- Location: BusStopTheatre, 2203 Gottingen Street
- 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
- NovemFur 2025! ~ Furry Prom!
- 19+ Furry & Pup Dance Party & Social!
- Calling all furries, pups, fellow weirdos, and party animals! Come enjoy a night where you can hang with likeminded people, and wear whatever makes your fuzzy heart happiest! 🐾🐾🐾 19+ 🐶🦊🐱 Low lights. Low noise. High spirits. High tails. 🎉🎧🎶🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️🍻🍹🍺🔥
- Tickets: $25 + fees and taxes (with option to donate additional funds to help others attend). Get yours before they're gone!
- Location: A private ballroom with balcony at the Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake hotel (250 St Margarets Bay Rd)
- More info: The dirty details ;3
- 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Halifax Queer Birders: Shubie Park
- The Halifax Queer Birders is an inclusive, welcoming space for queer folks, people of colour, Indigenous people, neurodivergent people, and disabled people to connect with nature, learn about local birds, and enjoy a gentle outdoor walk together.
- Join us for a cozy late-fall birding walk at Shubie Park! We’ll explore the trails between Lake Micmac and Lake Charles, enoying the forest paths and lakeside viewpoints while spotting resident and migratory birds.
- Register: for free! Please register in advance to reserve your spot and help us plan for group size.
- Location: Fairbanks Centre, 54 Locks Road, Dartmouth
- 7:00 PM
- HIV/AIDS Vigil with the Health Equity Alliance of Nova Scotia (HEALNS, Formerly the AIDS Coalition of Nova Scotia)
- WHERE Lecture Hall on the 2nd floor of the New Academic Building (NAB), University of King’s College, 6350 Coburg Road.
- ASL interpretation is available.
- Zoom option available, pre-registration required. Please email hanleys@healns.ca for questions or to register
- 8:00 pm
- Day With(out) Art film screening at Carbon Arc Cinema - FREE
- Day With(out) Art 2025: Meet Us Where We’re At, presented by Severely Queer Caucus at NSCAD University in partnership with Visual AIDS.
- The program features new work by Camilo Tapia Flores, Camila Flores-Fernández, Hoàng Thái Anh, Kenneth Idongesit Usoro, José Luis Cortés, and Gustavo Vinagre & Vinicius Couto.
- A day of mourning and action that uses art to respond to the ongoing HIV and AIDS crisis, Day With(out) Art encourages museums, universities, museums, and art institutions to present related programming on or around December 1, World AIDS Day. Because AIDS is not over!
- Free entry.
- More info at Carbon Arc Cinema
- More info at Visual AIDS
- Read Interviews with the artists
- 3:00 PM-6:00 PM
- ONE STOP SHOP
- A Sexual Health Pop-Up by The Health Equity Alliance of Nova Scotia (HEALNS) (formerly the AIDS Coalition of Nova Scotia) in collaboration with STI CARE NOW and Nova Scotia Health Public Health MOBILE UNIT
- Location: HEAL NS Office, 5516 Spring Garden Road, Suite 200
- We will be offering vaccines and PrEP assessments on site, and HIV & STI Self-Test Kits for pick up and take away!
- Any further questions, you can reach out to hanleys@healns.ca
- Although this is a walk-in event, if you know that you will be coming please consider filling out our RSVP form to help us get a sense of numbers.
- VACCINATIONS We are pleased to be able to offer a range of vaccines, however, please note that one must meet the eligible criteria in accordance with NS Health to qualify for the sexual health vaccines (Hep A & B, HPV). A team member will be on site to provide an assessment prior to your vaccination. Even if you do not qualify for the sexual health vaccines, we will be offering routine vaccinations as well. If you are coming for a vaccination, please try to eat before and if possible, check your vaccination record. You can find the full list below. Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, HPV, COVID-19, Influenza, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Tetanus-containing vaccine.
- 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Club Queirdo: Miniature Christmas Village by Cole Harbour Public Library
- Have you always loved the tiny towns and Christmas scenes that pop up during the holidays? Join us and create your own cozy mini village that will all fit on one shelf!
- Club Queirdo is Cole Harbour’s 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.
- 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
- Queer Art as Pedagogy Virtual Workshop with Karlee Campbell
- Explore poetry as a tool for justice, care, and community in this 2SLGBTQIA+ affirming virtual workshop.
- Platform: Google Meet | Thurs. Dec 4, 2025
- Suitable for adults | Free admission | 15 spots available - registration required
- Space is limited to keep the session interactive and community-centered.
- For more information and to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/queer-art-pedagogy-creative-practice-for-justice-and-community-tickets-1963062461667
- 8:00 p.m. to Midnight
- Canada’s Drag Race S6 Viewing Party
- Every Thursday night starting November 20, join us at Stardust to watch the latest episode of Canada’s Drag Race (CDR) Season 6 and help us cheer on local icon, MyaFoxx! Hosted weekly by ZaraMatrix and featuring a rotating lineup of special guests, including current and former CDR cast members, we’re bringing the runway to Halifax with live performances, discussion panels, and all the drama, glamour, and hot T from the newest season of Canada’s Drag Race!
- Tickets: via EventBrite; General Admission: $10; Meet & Greet: $15 (includes access to mingle with the week’s guest performer(s) after the show) - all prices subject to fees and taxes.
- Doors open at 8, guests should arrive no later than 8:45. Pre-show from 9 to 10. Episode watch party at 10 followed by a post-show panel and discussion.
- Location: StardustBar, 1688 Barrington Street
- 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
- CarbonArcCinema presents Brother
- Sons of Caribbean immigrants, Francis and Michael face questions of masculinity, identity and family amid the pulsing beat of Toronto's early hip-hop scene.
- Tickets: $10.60 ($10 cash at the door if available).
- Location: CarbonArcCinema, 1747 Summer St (Museum of Natural History, entry via lower parking lot)
- 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
- Gay Actually: An Improvised Queer Holiday Rom Com
- Are you ready for a magical (and by magical we mean GAY) holiday adventure?
- ✨🌈 Join the improvisers of Queer All Week as they kick off the season the best way possible: by skewering everyone’s most/least favourite movie genre — the Hallmark rom com.
- Grab your friends and your small-town love interest for a night of holiday silliness.
- Tickets: $15, online.
- Location: BusStopTheatre, 2203 Gottingen Street
- 6:00 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.
- CarbonArcCinema presents The Librarians
- In Texas, the Krause List targets 850 books focused on race and LGBTQia+ stories – triggering sweeping book bans across the U.S. at an unprecedented rate. Librarians emerge as first responders in the fight for democracy as this doc shows the kind of thing Margaret Atwood warned us about is happening right now in parts of the US.
- Note there are two screenings of this film: Saturday, December 6, 6:00 p.m. and Sunday, December 7, 8:00 p.m.
- Tickets: $12.00 ($11.40 cash at the door if available).
- Location: CarbonArcCinema, 1747 Summer St (Museum of Natural History, entry via lower parking lot)
- 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
- Queer-Prov - The Yellow Lily
- Page1Theatre's Queer-prov returns with a brand new improv show, The Yellow Lily, based on the hit HBO show - The White Lotus. The show will include a new cast of characters preparing for their winter vacation. Where will they go? Who will come back? YOU decide.
- The Yellow Lily will include big personalities, and even BIGGER hats. Our cast will try to survive what seems like another normal vacation, at a luxury hotel.
- Tickets: Starting at $10.
- Location: BusStopTheatre, 2203 Gottingen Street
- 6:00 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.
- CarbonArcCinema presents The Librarians
- In Texas, the Krause List targets 850 books focused on race and LGBTQia+ stories – triggering sweeping book bans across the U.S. at an unprecedented rate. Librarians emerge as first responders in the fight for democracy as this doc shows the kind of thing Margaret Atwood warned us about is happening right now in parts of the US.
- Note there are two screenings of this film: Saturday, December 6, 6:00 p.m. and Sunday, December 7, 8:00 p.m.
- Tickets: $12.00 ($11.40 cash at the door if available).
- Location: CarbonArcCinema, 1747 Summer St (Museum of Natural History, entry via lower parking lot)
- 8:00 p.m. to Midnight
- Canada’s Drag Race S6 Viewing Party
- Every Thursday night starting November 20, join us at Stardust to watch the latest episode of Canada’s Drag Race (CDR) Season 6 and help us cheer on local icon, MyaFoxx! Hosted weekly by ZaraMatrix and featuring a rotating lineup of special guests, including current and former CDR cast members, we’re bringing the runway to Halifax with live performances, discussion panels, and all the drama, glamour, and hot T from the newest season of Canada’s Drag Race!
- Tickets: via EventBrite; General Admission: $10; Meet & Greet: $15 (includes access to mingle with the week’s guest performer(s) after the show) - all prices subject to fees and taxes.
- Doors open at 8, guests should arrive no later than 8:45. Pre-show from 9 to 10. Episode watch party at 10 followed by a post-show panel and discussion.
- Location: StardustBar, 1688 Barrington Street
- 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
- Deep Cuts Presents: D.E.B.S.
- There is a secret test hidden within the S.A.T. This test does not measure a student’s aptitude in reading, writing, and arithmatic, it measures a student’s innate ability to lie, cheat, fight, and kill. Those who score well are recruited into a secret parpmilitary academy. Some call them seductresses, some call them spies. Fools call them innocent. They call themselves… D.E.B.S.
- Angela Robinson’s sapphic action comedy hits the big screen at the Bus Stop Theatre Co-op just in time for the holiday season. It has nothing to do with Christmas, but what a wonderful gift to see under your tree regardless!
- Tickets: $6.66, online. Doors open at 7, show at 7:30.
- Location: BusStopTheatre, 2203 Gottingen Street
- 10:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.
- Yas, and? - An Ariana Grande Drag and Dance Party
- Get ready to break free and thank u, next the night away with a fierce lineup of drag performances inspired by the iconic Ariana Grande! Expect high ponytails, high notes, and high drama — this is one show you won’t want to miss. Featuring: Dulce (Canada’s Drag Race Season 6), ZaraMatrix, Astaria, and Dahlia Dior.
- After the show, stay for the ultimate Ariana dance party — we’ll be spinning all her hits plus pop bangers that’ll keep you dancing into the moonlight till 2AM.
- Tickets: Early Bird: $10 (limited quantity!), Advance Tickets: $15. At the Door: $20.
- Location: StardustBar, 1688 Barrington Street
- 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
- A Queersmas Carol presented by AtlanticBoylesque
- Two shows: Early with ASL (5-7pm) and Late (9-11pm).
- The bad boys of burlesque are back with their holiday classic: A Queersmas Carol. A hilarious re-write of Charles Dickens' tale about the cold-hearted Ebenezer Splooge, loving Bob Crotchit and his partner Tiny Twink. With appearances from the kink-loving Jackoff Marley and a threesome of ghosts. Add this fully scripted burlesque comedy to your annual must-see holiday schedule.
- Tickets: Starting at $30.
- Location: The Sanctuary Arts Centre, 100 Ochterloney Street, Dartmouth
- 9:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
- A Queersmas Carol presented by AtlanticBoylesque
- Two shows: Early with ASL (5-7pm) and Late (9-11pm).
- The bad boys of burlesque are back with their holiday classic: A Queersmas Carol. A hilarious re-write of Charles Dickens' tale about the cold-hearted Ebenezer Splooge, loving Bob Crotchit and his partner Tiny Twink. With appearances from the kink-loving Jackoff Marley and a threesome of ghosts. Add this fully scripted burlesque comedy to your annual must-see holiday schedule.
- Tickets: Starting at $30.
- Location: The Sanctuary Arts Centre, 100 Ochterloney Street, Dartmouth
- 8:00 p.m. to Midnight
- Canada’s Drag Race S6 Viewing Party
- Every Thursday night starting November 20, join us at Stardust to watch the latest episode of Canada’s Drag Race (CDR) Season 6 and help us cheer on local icon, MyaFoxx! Hosted weekly by ZaraMatrix and featuring a rotating lineup of special guests, including current and former CDR cast members, we’re bringing the runway to Halifax with live performances, discussion panels, and all the drama, glamour, and hot T from the newest season of Canada’s Drag Race!
- Tickets: via EventBrite; General Admission: $10; Meet & Greet: $15 (includes access to mingle with the week’s guest performer(s) after the show) - all prices subject to fees and taxes.
- Doors open at 8, guests should arrive no later than 8:45. Pre-show from 9 to 10. Episode watch party at 10 followed by a post-show panel and discussion.
- Location: StardustBar, 1688 Barrington Street
- 8:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
- Ball at the Brewery 4: A Garrison Pageant
- Join TrinityFoxx & BrookeRivers for the fourth annual pageant at Garrison! Who will take away this years crown? Eight competitors compete for the title, 3 sickening judges and 2 stunning hosts. Runway, Performance then the top 2 lipsynch for the crown.
- Tickets: $15 early bird tickets, $20 general admission.
- Location: Garrison Brewing Company, 1149 Marginal Road
- 20:15 p.m. to 22:30 p.m.
- CarbonArcCinema presents Carol (10-Year Anniversary)
- An aspiring photographer in her twenties develops an intimate relationship with an older woman in 1950s New York. Ten-year anniversary screening!
- Tickets: $12.00 ($11.40 cash at the door if available).
- Location: CarbonArcCinema, 1747 Summer St (Museum of Natural History, entry via lower parking lot)
- 9:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
- Kinky NYE 2K26
- Join NightShade as we count down to midnight for the last time in 2025! Come celebrate all the fun that was had in the old year and ring in the new year with all of your friends and in style, the way that only a Nightshade party can!
- Now although there is no dress code, it is strongly suggested that you dress in theme or some type of alternative wear is suggested. If you don't know what to wear then black clothing is strongly suggested but again try to dress in something you would consider sexy and edgy.
- Tickets: $25+tax in advance or $32+tax at the door. (19+)
- Location: Best Western Plus, Chocolate Lake Hotel Ballroom, 250 St Margarets Bay Road
- 10:00 p.m. to 3:30 a.m.
- Rumours New Years Eve: Midnight in Positano
- A one way ticket out of the Halifax deep-freeze. This New Year's Eve, Rumours transforms into Midnight in Positano.
- Tickets: starting at $33.28 (early bird).
- Location: RumoursHFX, 1668 Lower Water Street
- 6:30 p.m.
- Rocky Horror Picture Show: A Draglesque Show
- Get ready for Rocky Horror to Time Warp AGAIN 50 years later! Don't miss the second showing of this sold-out show. Join us for a SECOND unforgettable evening of fabulous entertainment at Rocky Horror Picture Show: Draglesque Show! Get ready to be dazzled by mesmerizing performances, jaw-dropping costumes, and incredible talent as Earth and Transylvania collide to make one amazing production!
- The reviews are in, and everyone loved the last show; they demanded another. With over 40 people on the waitlist, make sure to grab your tickets quickly for this SOLD OUT show!
- Gett ready to cheer, laugh, interact, and dance as our talented drag performers take the stage and bring their unique flair to this cult classic in honour of outcasts everywhere. This event promises to be a night filled with laughter, energy, and pure entertainment.
- Whether you're a seasoned drag or Rocky Horror aficionado or new to the scene, Rocky Horror Picture Show: Draglesque Show is the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the vibrant world of drag culture and the iconic alien musical takeover of the likes we haven't seen since the 70s. So, gather your friends, dress to impress, and get ready for an evening you won't soon forget!
- Tickets: $22.63, online. Doors at 6:30, show at 7.
- Location: Grafton Street Dinner Theatre, 1741 Grafton Street
- 9:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
- Pop Punk Powerhouses Vol 3
- LumenLux Productions presents: 3 Bands. 13 drag and Burlesque Performers a packed night of all the 2000s pop punk nostalgia to celebrate Lumen Lux Productions turning 3.
- This year we are bringing in 3 bands instead of 2 for our third installment - We are welcoming back Paraless (Paramore tribute band) yall loved them the first time they will be blessing our stage once also again joining them will be Bombtrack (Rage Against The Machine Cover band) and Angel Girl.
- We will also be honouring Lumen's late brother Brandyn Cavanaugh the pop punk king and collecting donations for the SPCA to donate in his name.
- Tickets: Starting at $20.50. Doors open at 9, show starts at 9:30.
- Location: Marquee Ballroom, 2037 Gottingen 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
- 7:30 p.m.
- Disney Pride in Concert
- Hear iconic music from Disney’s 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 Disney’s 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 Disney’s 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 Disney’s 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 Disney’s 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 Disney’s 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.
- Jeremy Dutcher & the National Arts Centre Orchestra
- Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear Jeremy Dutcher – JUNO and two-time Polaris Prize winner, Two-Spirit song carrier, composer, activist, ethnomusicologist, and member of Tobique First Nation – 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
- All Day
- International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT)
- 9:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.
- Early Bear Party
- Part of BearBall XL.
- Whether you’ve just arrived in town or you’re 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 aren’t just from your stomach. Dress code: cute and casual.
- NOTE: This event is open to all – 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.
- We’re trading sidewalks for sea legs as we catch the cutest little harbour ferry across the water to Dartmouth — a.k.a. the side with actual views of Halifax (no shade, but… all the shade). We’ll float past the skyline, wave at tugboats like we’re in a parade, and wander around downtown Dartmouth in search of snacks, brews, and a patio perfect for bear-spotting 🐻👀
- We’ll 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 — because life’s 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 hotel’s indoor pool. Whether you’re floating on a giant inflatable donut or holding court from the hot tub, there’s no agenda — 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, it’s always honey). It’s 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 — we’re setting sail for Bear Island, the most tropical freaky tiki this side of Canada. It’s 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 – 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. We’ll kick things off at the Old Triangle Alehouse with a cold pint to set the mood, then wander our way toward the waterfront’s shops and cafés — stopping by the stunning Queen’s Marque, grabbing a bite (lobster rolls, anyone?) at the Cable Wharf food court, and taking in the salty breeze along the historic piers. We’ll 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 — it’s time for Beers n’ Bears at Stillwell, Halifax’s swanky-yet-snuggly gastropub on Barrington Street. Whether you’re 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 — 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 hotel’s heated indoor pool. The hot tub is bubbling, the tunes are bumpin’, and the vibes are cheekier than a cub caught stealing snacks. Whether you’re 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 — 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 weekend’s organizers, and ease into the festivities with good company all around. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres will be served, and there may be a surprise in store…
- 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 — the ultimate dance party where fur flies, beats drop, and the energy is as electric as your best moves. The one and only DJ Joshua Reid will be serving up a fierce mix of bangers, classics, and everything in between to keep you moving till the stars blink. Whether you’re 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 — our private pup playroom — where tails wag freely and the vibes are playful mischief. Whether you’re 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 it’s time for Bears Drag Brunch — 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 don’t just slay — 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 you’re 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 isn’t just axes — it’s got local craft beer, tasty snacks to fuel your inner warrior, and enough action to make you yell: “And my axe!” 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 weekend’s been legendary — but we’re 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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Halifax Pride Festival: All updates and news are listed in this Wayves Magazine article.