Toronto

Toronto is a vibrant and inclusive city known for its diverse LGBTQ+ community, exciting events, and welcoming atmosphere.

Join C.U.Next Tuesday for a nostalgic 1950s-style Thanksgiving Open Mic Night. Show off your singing, comedy, or any act that captures the charm and optimism of the 50s! Whether you're channeling a picture-perfect homemaker, crooning classic tunes from the era, or serving up some vintage-style comedy, we want to see your wholesome performances!

O'Grady's On Church

C.U.Next Tuesday Presents: The Happy Homemakers Thanksgiving

An open mic night celebrating a nostalgic 1950s-style Thanksgiving where participants can showcase singing, comedy, and performances that embody the era's charm.

Playground at Spa Excess is for 18-25 year old guys looking for a free escape! Every Tuesday, guys 18-25 get a FREE 8-hour locker, ANYtime from NOON to MIDNIGHT! Come in, relax, and get off!

Spa Excess

PLAYGROUND

A free weekly event for guys aged 18-25 offering an 8-hour locker to relax and unwind.

This week's lineup of shows and performers at O'Grady's on Church.

O'Grady's on Church

A weekly drag show featuring a lineup of performers at O'Grady's on Church.

A 2SLGBTQ+ Family Pride Celebration at The 519 EarlyON Child and Family Centre.  Families of diverse sexual orientations, gender identities, and configurations can join in with their children (ages 0 to 6) for early learning activities, music and movement, creative experiences, and parent education. The event is free.

519 Community Centre

EarlyON Centre

A family-friendly celebration for 2SLGBTQ+ families with young children featuring early learning activities, music, and creative experiences.

A board game event for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

Glad Day

2SLGBTQIA+ Board Game Extravaganza

A board game event designed for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

Various events including open mic night, drag shows, drag brunch, and more.

The Lodge

This Week's Lineup

A diverse lineup of entertainment featuring open mic nights, drag shows, drag brunch, and more.

Lotta Bimbo Bingo! is a free event hosted by Carlotta Carlisle and Bella Bimbo every Tuesday. This event takes place at The Drink on Church Street.

The Drink

Lotta Bimbo Bingo!

A fun bingo night hosted by Carlotta Carlisle and Bella Bimbo.

This is a weekly run that takes place on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6pm, starting at 6:15pm. It starts just outside of The 519 Community Centre on Church Street. The group typically runs for 5km, with some members running longer distances up to 10km or more. The route goes from the 519 through Rosedale, the Ravines, and back to the 519. All runners of all abilities and fitness levels, genders, sexualities, ages, and nationalities are welcome. Bag drop is available with fellow runners who bring their cars, but availability cannot be guaranteed. 

Hairy Tarantula

Tuesday evening Run at The Village!

A weekly running group for LGBTQ+ individuals and allies that welcomes all abilities and fitness levels.

This is a queer singles trivia event designed for those who are non-monogamous. Participants will be divided into teams of 4-6 people they don't know, and will rotate teams throughout two rounds of trivia. The event is poly-friendly, slut-friendly, and ace-friendly. It's a great way to meet new people and connect with others who are open to exploring different kinds of relationships. This event encourages being open to love, lust, friendship, gaming partners, and more. It's all-gender, trans-inclusive, and ENBY-inclusive. The event is hosted by Glad Day Bookshop and the proceeds go to support LGBTQ artists and community events. The event features trivia categories like TV & Movies, Geography, Science and Nature, Queer Culture & History, and a Wild Card category.

Glad Day Bookshop

Questionable - NON-MONOGAMOUS EDITION Queer Singles Trivia

A trivia night for queer singles open to non-monogamous relationships.

This event is a speed dating night for BIPOC LGBTQIA++ individuals. The event will feature food from a queer black chef and card games to help attendees get to know each other. Part of the ticket sales will be donated to a foundation of the attendee's choice, with a questionnaire sent to their email once the ticket is purchased. Attendees are asked to be considerate of time and dress in what makes them feel comfortable. Dietary restrictions can be noted on the questionnaire.

QUEER KIN UNITY PRESENTS A SPEED DATING FOR BIPOC LGBTQIA++

A speed dating night for BIPOC LGBTQIA++ individuals featuring food from a queer black chef and card games to foster connections.

Meal Trans

A video game night hosted by Brendan McGovern.

Black Eagle

GAYSTATION : Just Dance Night

A video game night featuring Just Dance for the LGBTQ+ community.

Join other Gaymers this evening to work on your DIY project with others and show off your work in progress!  
Come chat, craft, and work on whatever project you wish... or just chill with us! The only thing you have to do is bring your project, materials, and yourself. We're getting together at Hair of the Dog Pub, at 425 Church St, Toronto, ON M4Y 2C3  
Your host, Nef, is also happy to teach you how to crochet: we're halfway through the year, there's still time to learn and plan those end of year projects!  
While this event is free, we encourage folks to get some food or drinks if possible--only if this is a possibility for you!

Hair of the Dog

DIY Chill Craft & Chat

A casual gathering for Gaymers to work on DIY projects, socialize, and learn crochet skills.

Video games night hosted by Brendan McGovern.

GAYSTATION * Nintendo Switch Night

A video game night for the LGBTQ+ community featuring Nintendo Switch gaming.

Healing drumming session led by the Circle of Cedar Singers. All are welcome to come and watch or bring your own drum and join in!

2 Spirit Healing Drumming

A healing drumming session open to everyone, where participants can either watch or join in with their own drums.

Workshop Wednesdays

A series of workshops covering various topics.

A hub for health justice resources and information.

Health Justice Hub

Queers Who Beer is back! Join us on Wednesday, October 16th from 6-10pm for a night of mixing and mingling, trying tasty beers and snacks in a safer space for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. There will be beer + snack specials and Queer music on the dance floor. Free entry, bar service only. Our space is physically accessible and has an all-gender washroom.

Rorschach Brewery

Queers Who Beer

A night of beer, snacks, and Queer music for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

Cedar's Campground is closed for the season, but they are already counting down to next year's adventures.

Cedar's Campground

A campground that is currently closed for the season but is excitedly anticipating next year's adventures.

Save everyday! From 4-6PM 8-Hour Rooms PLUS: Beer & Liquor Specials!

Happy Hour

A happy hour event featuring beer and liquor specials.

Wednesday's best late night Drag Show and after party!! Must be 19+. Have ID

Wednesday's Late Drag Show!

A late-night drag show and after party for those 19 and older.

Chastity social event hosted by Sebastian.

L.O.C.K. (Lovers of Chastity & Kink)

A social gathering for individuals interested in chastity and kink.

The Knowledge Seekers program is a skill-building program for 2SLGBTQ+ older adults. It takes place at The 519 in Toronto every Wednesday from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. The program features theme-based discussions, workshops, and more. Participants can drop in and do not need to register.  The program runs from October 2nd, 2024 to November 20th, 2024. There will be no programming from June 20 to July 10 due to the Green Space Festival.

Knowledge Seekers

A skill-building program featuring discussions and workshops for 2SLGBTQ+ older adults.

A child and family centre for children ages 0-6.

A child and family center designed for children ages 0-6.

Chastity social event, keyholders and newcomers welcome.

L.O.C.K.

A social gathering for individuals interested in chastity, welcoming both keyholders and newcomers.

Get ready to test your knowledge of Buffy the Vampire Slayer at Snakes & Lattes Midtown. This trivia night will have prizes awarded to the top 3 teams, including goodies and beers from Side Launch. Bonus points will be awarded to those who dress up!  Trivia starts at 7:00pm and will end around 9:00pm. Tickets are priced and sold by table, and each team only needs to purchase one table that fits their team size. Trivia will be held at the Midtown location of Snakes & Lattes (45 Eglinton Ave E, Toronto).

Snakes and Lattes midtown

Buffy The Vampire Slayer Trivia Night

A Buffy the Vampire Slayer-themed trivia night where teams can win prizes and earn bonus points for dressing up.

Tai Chi Wednesdays

A Tai Chi class focused on promoting health and fitness.

Murder On the Dance Floor is a burlesque tribute to horror movies, featuring burlesque, pole, vocal, and drag performances from some of Toronto's most talented artists.  The event includes a raffle where you can win tickets, swag and more. Please note that Bar Cathedral is credit or debit only and does not accept cash.  Bring some cash to tip the performers!

Bar Cathedral

Murder On the Dance Floor

A burlesque show that pays tribute to horror movies with performances by talented local artists.

A curated performance experience featuring new producers.

Buddies in Bad Times

Next Stage Theatre Festival

A curated performance experience showcasing new theatrical producers.

Date Night

A special adult event offering two lockers for the price of one.

Every Wednesday, come to Spa Excess for College Night! AGES 18-25 ENJOY A FREE STANDARD ROOM, 8PM-12AM! Why not finish your course-work in our high-speed Wifi equipped playspace? Get your reading done while you get...

College Night

A weekly event where college students aged 18-25 can enjoy a free standard room equipped with high-speed Wi-Fi to study and socialize.

Join us for an exciting evening of Drag Bingo at Left Field Brewery! Get ready for a night filled with laughter, fabulous performances, and the chance to win some amazing prizes. Hosted by Toronto's delusional diva Messy Margaret, she will keep you entertained throughout the evening with her fun and campy performances. From campy lip syncs to hilarious banter, she'll make sure you have a memorable time. Oh, and we will have PRIZES including a special prize pack from our sponsor at LOVE SHOP. Please note that ticket does not include food or beverage.

Left Field Brewery

Messy's Drag Bingo

A lively Drag Bingo night featuring entertaining performances and the chance to win prizes.

This monthly Middle Eastern/SWANA drag show features Anoush Ellah, Kween Mallika, and Persianality Issues.

Hoebibi

A monthly drag show celebrating Middle Eastern and SWANA culture featuring performances by Anoush Ellah, Kween Mallika, and Persianality Issues.

This throwback party features DJs John Caffery and Sandy Watts spinning music.

Bangarang

Bang it Back Throwback Party

A throwback party featuring DJs John Caffery and Sandy Watts spinning nostalgic music.

A drop-in event for Trans People of Color.

TPOC Thursdays Drop-in

A drop-in gathering for Trans People of Color to connect and support each other.

An event promoting the well-being of LGBTQ+ families and babies.

Every Baby Counts

An event promoting the well-being of LGBTQ+ families and their babies.

A child and family centre providing resources and activities for children ages 0-6.

This award-winning queer horror storytelling show is performed entirely in the dark.

Sweet Action Theatre Company

Spooky & Gay

A queer horror storytelling show performed entirely in the dark.

This is a social running group that meets every Thursday at 6:15 PM outside of The 519 Community Centre on Church Street in Toronto. They offer bag drop for those who drive, and runs range from 5km to 10km or more. All runners of all abilities and fitness levels, genders, sexualities (queer-centered, but straight-friendly), ages, and nationalities are welcome. They also meet on Tuesdays at 6 PM and Saturdays for runs.

Thursday evening Run at The Village!

A social running group welcoming LGBTQ+ individuals and allies that meets weekly for runs of varying distances.

NAKED NIGHT

A party where nudity is required for all attendees.

A night for Asian guys and their admirers hosted by the ACAS volunteer team.

Asian Night

A night for Asian guys and their admirers to connect and celebrate.

A drop-in event for 2SLGBTQ+ folks over 50.

Spill the Tea

A drop-in gathering for 2SLGBTQ+ individuals over 50 to connect and share experiences.

This event is a taste test tour presented by Crews & Tangos featuring Priyanka. It is not clear what specifically the tour entails. More information can be found on the Eventbrite page.

Crews & Tangos

Crews & Tangos Presents Priyanka : Taste Test Tour

A taste test tour featuring drag artist Priyanka.

This event will offer insights and details about the upcoming storytelling initiative that will engage artists, community members, and loved ones in honouring and remembering those commemorated on the AIDS memorial and those affected by HIV/AIDS. Help shape and help name this important new project. Learn, connect, and contribute to a meaningful discussion on history, storytelling, art, and community. This session is open to the public and will include opportunities to inform and shape this project and its priorities, information on how to be involved, sharing experiences related to storytelling projects, AIDS memorials, and history, best practices for engaging and showcasing underrepresented stories, and addressing questions about what to expect as the project progresses. A light dinner will be provided.

Barbara Hall Park

AIDS Memorial Storytelling Project

An information session focused on a storytelling initiative that honors and remembers those affected by HIV/AIDS, inviting community input and collaboration.

Queer Crib Club is moving to Three Dollar Bill in Parkdale on October 17th from 7-9pm. Come learn how to play or find new pals to peg with! BYOBoard or use one of theirs. DM them if you have any questions.

Three Dollar Bill

Queer Crib Club

A cribbage club for queer individuals to learn the game and make new friends.

Happy Hour specials on 8-Hour Rooms and beer and liquor.

A happy hour offering special deals on 8-hour room rentals, beer, and liquor.

This is a spooky season edition of YES YES YALL.

423 College

YES YES YALL

A spooky-themed party celebrating queer culture and community.

This event is an opportunity to meet up for some LGBTQ2IA-flavoured gaming and socializing - allies are also welcome. Come for the gaming, socialising, and the drinks! There is no event fee, instead, we ask attendees to purchase beverages from the venue, Penny's Bar.  You'll have access to a robust library of board games, and attendees are welcome to bring their own games. 

Penny's 

Queer Gayme Dive

A social gathering for LGBTQ2IA individuals and allies to enjoy gaming and drinks together.

Hardcore Heartthrobs is a cabaret celebration of all things pop-punk and emo, proving it was never just a phase. This Haunted Heartaches edition offers a bit of Halloween spice as some of the best burlesque and drag performers in Toronto shake it to all your favorite pop-punk and emo hits from bands such as My Chemical Romance, Blink 182, Alexisonfire and more! Featuring Performances By: Raina Sinclar (NYC), Newfound Lad, Bellamie Beastly, Sugar Holiday, Danger Horse, Tanya Cheex, Lacy Jane, Baby Boy Koi, Jessie James, Chella Bella, Host: Danger Horse, Stage Kitten: Vicious Delicious. VIP: Front Row Seats, Maximum Performer Interaction If purchasing a VIP table for a group, have one person purchase the tickets for the group, or email  to confirm the names of the guests you would like to be seated with. General Admission: First Come, First Serve Seating (Roughly 70 seats) Costumes are strongly encouraged

Hard Luck Bar

Hardcore Heartthrobs: Haunted Heartaches

A cabaret show celebrating pop-punk and emo music with burlesque and drag performances, featuring Halloween-themed entertainment.

An event focusing on the experiences of marginalized groups.

The Marginalized Majority

A gathering that highlights and shares the experiences of marginalized groups.

This event includes a screening of "Practical Magic" and a themed performance by Boylesque TO.

Fox Theatre

Practical Magic w/Live Performance by Boylesque

A screening of "Practical Magic" paired with a themed performance by Boylesque TO.

This Spice Girls tribute show celebrates 30 years of Spice and features Taylor Swift music.

The Phoenix Concert Theatre

WANNABE ~ A Spice Girls Tribute

A tribute show celebrating 30 years of the Spice Girls, featuring music from both the Spice Girls and Taylor Swift.

Queer Kabaret returns for a special Halloween-themed showcase at Buddies in Bad Times Theatre! Expect a fabulous mix of Vogue, Drag, Belly Dance, and Burlesque performances. Hosted by @exclusivelyzi, with beats by DJ @sandwavv. Doors open at 10:30 PM and performances start at 11:00 PM sharp.  Tickets are $10-$20 online and $25 at the door. This event is by community for community, so tipping performers is much appreciated.  All tickets are non-refundable. Queer Kabaret is an extravaganza showcase highlighting the intersection between Queerness and Cultural heritage.  Follow @queerkabaret on Instagram for more announcements, including information on vendors and contests.  Learn more about Queer Kabaret at [https://experimentaljoy.com/queer-kabaret](https://experimentaljoy.com/queer-kabaret).

Queer Kabaret: Halloween Edition

A Halloween-themed showcase featuring a vibrant mix of Vogue, Drag, Belly Dance, and Burlesque performances celebrating queer artistry and cultural heritage.

This Friday Night Drag Race viewing party features a live drag show with Dmanda Tension and other performers.

Dmanda Show at The Drink

A drag show featuring Dmanda Tension and other performers during a Friday night viewing party for Drag Race.

A drag show featuring Priyanka at Crews and Tangos.

A presentation by Moji Shirazi, Sexual Health Coordinator.

Sexual Health Coordinator

A presentation focused on sexual health led by Moji Shirazi, the Sexual Health Coordinator.

CLIMAX! Fridays is a weekly event that takes place every Friday at Spa Excess in Toronto. From 8:00 PM to 4:00 AM, enjoy the biggest bathhouse for men in Toronto. If you are between 18-25 years old, you can get a free 8-hour locker with a valid ID.  

CLIMAX! Fridays

A weekly bathhouse event for men featuring a free 8-hour locker for attendees aged 18-25.

Dance floor makeout event with DJ John Caffery and Special Guests.

D.F.M.O. (Dance Floor Make Out)

A lively dance party featuring makeout sessions, music by DJ John Caffery, and special guests.

A night where nudity is encouraged, but not required.

Naked Night

An evening of techno, edm, house and charisma! featuring DJ Erenberg erenberg.mp3 🥵🎉

Come bring your RIZZ and rizzle razzle dazzle at the ol’ Three Dollar Bill while we turn our cute bar into a rave cave! PLUR in effect! Ages 30+ recommended but must be 19+ to attend. We are also celebrating RIZZ! If you don’t know, come and find out! The most fun you will have with your shoes on :)

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DOORS AT 9
DJ AT 10
TIX $10 ADV in b!o OR $15 on the door
DRINK SPECIALS ALL NIGHT
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👀 Venue Info 👀
	•	NO COAT CHECK YET. Please do not bring bags or many things as we cannot store it.
	•	venue is not fully accessible. Bathrooms are located 15 steps in the basement. There is a ramp leading into the space and onto the patio.
	•	no ATM available but there is one 250m away from either side of our bar
	•	the bar accepts cash and card
	•	naloxone kit available
	•	no outside food or drink permitted
	•	ID required
	•	patio available until 11pm
	•	zero harassment policy in effect
	•	19+

1592 QUEEN ST W
@threedollabill.parkdale

RIZZ RAVE

A vibrant rave party featuring techno and EDM music, celebrating charisma and community spirit.

A program for 2SLGBTQ+ Older Adults focused on keeping active.

Active Minds

A program designed for 2SLGBTQ+ older adults that promotes physical activity and well-being.

Join us for a Halloween-themed dance party complete with Lip Sync Drag Battles. Witness the fierce competition of lip sync drag battles, dance the night away, and repeat the fun! Get ready to have a wickedly good time with us!

Dance Cave

LIP SYNC, DANCE, REPEAT

A Halloween-themed dance party featuring exciting lip sync drag battles.

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