Hamilton

Hamilton’s LGBTQ+ community is a vibrant mix of students, artists, families, and longtime locals, with strong roots in grassroots organizing and queer-friendly small businesses. It’s shaped by the city’s creative scene, its working-class history, and a growing network of inclusive spaces across downtown, the east end, and beyond. From drag and nightlife to sober hangs, community meetups, and advocacy events, Hamilton’s queer scene is built around showing up for each other.

Easygoing restaurant & bar specializing in burgers & seafood plates, plus vegan options.

The Capitol Bar

The King George Pub is a bar in Hamilton. Located at 116 George St, Hamilton, ON L8P 1E2, Canada.

The King George Pub

B-Side Social is a bar in Hamilton. Located at 17 Augusta St Unit B, Hamilton, ON L8N 1P6, Canada.

B-Side Social

Pub serving wings, poutine & shepherd’s pie, plus drafts & drinks in storied digs with rustic decor.

The Pheasant Plucker Pub

Relaxed watering hole serving pub grub in a quaint, renovated historical power station.

The Powerhouse

Informal bar & grill serving elevated pub grub in a contemporary space with a large patio.

Southcote 53

Nest Coworking is a venue in Hamilton. Located at 120 Hughson St S, Hamilton, ON L8N 2B2, Canada.

Nest Coworking

Hambrgr is a bar in Hamilton. Located at 49 King William St, Hamilton, ON L8R 1A2, Canada.

Hambrgr

Emerald Coffee Co. is a restaurant in Hamilton. Located at 340 Barton St E, Hamilton, ON L8L 2X7, Canada.

Emerald Coffee Co.

Redchurch Cafe Gallery is a restaurant in Hamilton. Located at Victoria Hall, 68 King St E, Hamilton, ON L8N 1A6, Canada.

Redchurch Cafe Gallery

Crumbled is a shop in Hamilton. Located at 339 Barton St E, Hamilton, ON L8L 2X6, Canada.

Crumbled

Andthenyou is a bar in Hamilton. Located at 145 Main St E, Hamilton, ON L8N 1G4, Canada.

Andthenyou

Club Hamilton is a sauna and bathhouse in Hamilton. Located at 6 Main St E, Hamilton, ON L8N 1E8, Canada.

Club Hamilton

Cedars Campground is a campground in Hamilton. Located at 1039 Concession 5 W, Hamilton, ON L0R 1V0, Canada.

Cedars Campground

Canadian design studio founded in 2019 by four artists and life-long friends. MUKA creates colourful enamel pins, apparel, accessories, and stationery celebrating LGBTQ+, BIPoC, and AAPI communities through creative self-expression. Queer and POC operated, based in Hamilton, Ontario.

MUKA

National nonprofit advancing 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion, workforce development, economic empowerment, and innovation in Canada's tech sector. Offers career development, entrepreneurship support, mentorship, job fairs, and employer partnerships. Founded in Montreal in 2016, now active across Canada with 10,000+ members.

QueerTech

An online session to prepare for interviews with confidence.

Online

ACE the Interview Tips, Tricks & Confidence Boosters

YWCA Hamilton

Summer Shinny Series registration now open to the public. Limited space available!

Gateway Arena

Summer Shinny Series

Queer Hockey Hamilton

A public ice hockey series organized for the LGBT community to enjoy summer shinny games.

An online event focused on personal branding and networking.

Standout and Connect - Build Your Professional Brand

Experience lively drag performances during brunch at Martello Restaurant on James North, known for its Italian cuisine.

Martello Restaurant

Drag Brunch at Martello Restaurant on James North

A drag and dancing event titled 'Dyke Takeover: Blue is the Hottest Colour' will be held at Ooey Gooey’s, 107 George Street, Hamilton, ON. The event features a show starting at 9 PM, runway at 10 PM, and doors open at 8 PM. The category is themed around the color blue, with highlights including a 3-hour 30-minute in-person experience. Tickets are available via Eventbrite, and the event is organized by Doghou.se.

The Lodge

Dyke Takeover: Blue is the Hottest Colour

Celebration of Malarkey bar's first anniversary with disco theme, performances, and dancing.

Malarkey Bar

Malarkey 1st Anniversary - Studio 54 Night

Celebrate Pride with craft beer, drag shows, and queer karaoke at Grain & Grit Brewery in Hamilton's west end.

Grain & Grit Brewery

Pride & Drag Shows at Grain & Grit Brewery

A summer ice hockey series open to everyone.

Come celebrate Queer Hockey Hamilton's 3rd birthday party, reflecting on how far they've come and looking ahead to all that's to come. RSVP required.

The Staircase

Queer Hockey Hamilton 3rd Birthday Party

A celebration party for Queer Hockey Hamilton's 3rd birthday.

Enjoy eclectic drag, burlesque, live music, and magic performances at Vertagogo underground venue in Hamilton's east end.

Vertagogo

East End Drag & Burlesque at Vertagogo

A public ice hockey event called the Summer Shinny Series hosted by Queer Hockey Hamilton.

Join epic drag brunches with themed performances and signature cocktails at Bernie’s Tavern in East Hamilton.

Bernie’s Tavern

East Hamilton Drag Brunch at Bernie’s Tavern

Clinics are a great way to ease into the sport and improve your skills to league level!

Prince of Wales Elementary

Summer Clinics

Mellow Queer Volleyball

A volleyball clinic to help beginners improve their skills and get ready for league play.

A public ice hockey pickup game series for the LGBT community.

Enjoy a delicious brunch with lip-synch, dance, and comedy acts at Southcote 53 in Ancaster.

Ancaster Drag Brunch at Southcote 53

The Pride Hamilton festival will take place from August 21 to August 23, 2026. The event includes opportunities for artists to apply to participate. Acceptance notifications will be sent out bi-weekly until the application deadline on May 1, 2026, at 8 pm EST. For more information or to apply, interested artists can access the application form via the provided Google Forms link.

Farside Hamilton

Pride Hamilton 2026 Vendor, Artist, and Volunteer Applications Open

Pride Hamilton 2026 is an upcoming community event celebrating LGBTQ+ pride in Hamilton. The event aims to foster connection, visibility, and celebration within the local queer community. Details about specific activities, location, and timing are not provided in the available content.

Pride Hamilton 2026

Pride Hamilton

A drag brunch event featuring Tayce from RuPaul’s Drag Race UK, taking place at The Avro in Hamilton. The event includes a meet and greet with photo opportunities, with local drag entertainers performing. Doors open at 11 AM, and the show runs from 12 PM to 3 PM. Tickets do not include food or beverages and are limited in seating. Attendees may be asked to share tables if in smaller groups.

BING BANG BRUNCH | TAYCE | RUPAUL’S DRAG RACE UK

Experience retro vibes with art shows, music, and drag bingo nights at Farside in Hamilton's James Street North.

Farside Bar

Retro Drag Bingo & Queer Nights at Farside

A public ice hockey series open to everyone during the summer.

An intimate live performance featuring Canada’s legendary queer rock icon, Carole Pope, at The Mule Spinner in Hamilton, ON, on September 12, 2026. The event includes raw storytelling, boundary-pushing rock, and a rare up-close experience with the artist, supported by guitarist Tim Welch. The show celebrates Pope's extensive career, her recent documentary 'Antidiva,' and her influence on Canadian music and LGBTQ+ representation. Doors open at 7 PM, and the event lasts approximately 4 hours, suitable for all ages.

Carole Pope Live at the Mule Spinner

The Mule Spinner

Experience eclectic drag, burlesque, live music, and magic at Vertagogo underground venue in East Hamilton.

East End Drag & Burlesque Shows at Vertagogo

Join us for the opening of the Theatre Aquarius season with a spectacular performance. Details on ticket prices and performers available on the website.

Theatre Aquarius

Theatre Aquarius Season Opening

A historical re-enactment event depicting the Battle of Stoney Creek.

Re-enactment of the Battle of Stoney Creek

Join us in celebrating Village Pride 2026 with a community gathering in Toronto. The event details include the date, September 27, 2026. Specific start and end times are not provided. For more information, visit the event URL or follow updates on the hosting platform.

Cake Cabaret and Ridiculous

Village Pride 2026 Celebration

House of Adam & Steve & International Village BIA

A queer-focused event responding to the needs of women, trans masc, trans femme, and gender non-conforming folks in Hamilton.

Fruit Salad

Fruit Salad Event

Enjoy themed drag brunches with comfort food and signature cocktails at Bernie’s Tavern in East Hamilton.

East Hamilton Drag Brunches at Bernie’s Tavern

Join us for a spooky night of fun, music, and costumes at the & Co Halloween Bash! Prizes for best costumes, DJ, and Halloween treats.

& Co Venue

& Co Halloween Bash

& Co Events

Join us for the Fruit Salad Halloween Edition, a festive event taking place on October 31, 2026. The event promises a fun-filled celebration with themed activities and entertainment suitable for all ages. Details about the specific activities and location are not provided, but attendees can expect a lively atmosphere to enjoy Halloween festivities.

Fruit Salad Halloween Edition

Join drag brunches with lip-synch, dance, comedy acts, and bottomless mimosas at Southcote 53 in Ancaster.

Ancaster Drag Brunches at Southcote 53

Join a lively drag brunch with lip-synch, dance, and comedy acts at Southcote 53 in Ancaster.

This is fine. I'm totally FINE. All sizes are unisex. Please check sizing chart for your preferred fit.

I'm Fine T-Shirt

Our child at heart never really dies. This teddy bone will be there wherever you go. All sizes are unisex. Please check sizing chart for your preferred fit.

Teddy Bones T-Shirt

Sleep is important for our mental health. Let everybody know you are not to be disturbed for your peaceful eternal slumber! All sizes are unisex. Please check sizing chart for your preferred fit.

Nap Time T-Shirt

/prīd-a-pus/ A Pridapus is a distant cousin of the platypus, although they share many similar features, such as bioluminescent fur. These adorable creatures are one of the most common yet diverse species in the universe. Our Glynn, Lex and Teri Pridapus now have been updated to GLOW IN THE DARK.All MUKA enamel pin products come with locking backs for extra security! See care instructions for details.

Pridapus Enamel Pins

Hanbok Choi Pin

Say hello to our Classic Rainbow Enamel Pins - the 'vanilla' of all things colorful, yet bursting with zest! What can we say? We always love a classic! All MUKA enamel pin products come with locking backs for extra security! See care instructions for details.

Rainbow Arch Pin

Emotional Heart Sticker

Mmmmm Ice Cold Classic. This sticker is holographic.

Queer Femme COKE Sticker

All our earrings are sanded, painted and sealed by hand inhouse. They all come with surgical steel attachments.

Hanbok Choi Dangle

Peony Studs

Moon Bunny Studs

These noodles are dan dan dan-gerously delicious!Comes in a sticker + magnet combo!

Danger Noodle Chef Snake Sticker + Magnet Set

OUR NEW FAVOURITE SKETCHBOOK JOURNAL IS HERE As artists, we know how hard it is to find the "perfect" sketchbook, so we decided to create our own. Now look no further, the perfect sketchbook is right here! Pridapus designs in holographic embossed foil on the front and back cover 160 blank pages of 160gsm paper storage envelope attached to the back cover two ribbon bookmarks inside elastic to close the book

Pridapus Sketchbook Journal

These beautiful paper art hearts are loosely inspired by the red Lanterns everywhere during the celebration of the Chinese Lunar New Year. The delicate designs and clear backing can add artistic detail to any scrapbook and journal, as well as a nice surprise when used to seal an important letter. This sticker sheet has 5 large heart stickers and 11 mini stickers.

Lace Hearts Sticker Sheet

Whether it's a holiday, special occasion or you just want to let them know you are thinking of them, This MUKA gift card will be the PERFECT statement. It never expires and can be used anywhere, anytime! *Custom amount available upon request

MUKA Gift Card

LGBT2Q+ ten-pin bowling league based in Burlington (Golden Horseshoe area) for the gay and lesbian community and allies, focused on fun social play and welcoming newcomers .

Golden Horseshoe Bowling League

LGBTQIA+ curling league launched in 2024 at the Hamilton Victoria Curling Club, providing dedicated weekly curling times and a safe, supportive space for queer curlers and allies to connect and enjoy the sport .

Hamilton Queer Curling

A year-round hiking program run by the Bruce Trail Conservancy (Iroquoia Club) offering inclusive group hikes on Hamilton-area trails for 2SLGBTQQIAP+ hikers and allies, fostering a safe space for nature outings .

Iroquoia Club’s Rainbow Hikes

Year-round outdoor adventure group founded in 2022 (Hamilton region) for lesbian, bisexual, and transgender women, organizing activities like hiking, camping and winery visits in a supportive, judgment-free environment .

Lesbian Adventure Club

Inclusive volleyball league started in 2023 in Hamilton, offering both intermediate competitive and drop-in play without strict gender requirements, welcoming diversity in skill, style, and gender expression .

Axe-throwing league formed in 2022 in Hamilton, aimed at providing a safe, welcoming environment for LGBTQ+ individuals to participate in axe-throwing. It runs multiple six-week seasons each year at BATL Hamilton .

Queer Axe Throwing

Casual group bike rides (≈10 km) in the Hamilton area for LGBTQ+ cyclists and allies, launched in 2024 to provide an inclusive and welcoming cycling community .

Queer Biking Hamilton

Inclusive drop-in basketball club for 2SLGBTQ+ players of all skill levels in Hamilton, emphasizing supportive community and accessible play .

Queer Dimes Basketball

2SLGBTQ+ hockey league founded in 2023 in Hamilton, providing seasonal and year-round ice hockey (and ball hockey) programs at Mohawk 4 Ice Centre, with an emphasis on breaking gender barriers and fostering an inclusive community .

Hamilton’s 2SLGBTQIA+ slo-pitch softball league (founded 2021) that offers a safe, inclusive and fun space for queer and allied players to play softball, build community, and promote good sportsmanship and camaraderie .

Steel City Inclusive Softball Association

Inclusive pickleball league established in 2025 in Hamilton, welcoming players of all skill levels for fun, recreational play. Emphasizes community, connection, and joyful competition in a safe, affirming environment .

Hamilton

Upcoming Events

ACE the Interview Tips, Tricks & Confidence Boosters

Summer Shinny Series

Standout and Connect - Build Your Professional Brand

Drag Brunch at Martello Restaurant on James North

Dyke Takeover: Blue is the Hottest Colour

Malarkey 1st Anniversary - Studio 54 Night

Pride & Drag Shows at Grain & Grit Brewery

Summer Shinny Series

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Sports Leagues

Golden Horseshoe Bowling League

Hamilton Queer Curling

Iroquoia Club’s Rainbow Hikes

Lesbian Adventure Club

Community Groups

QueerTech

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The Capitol Bar

The King George Pub

B-Side Social

The Pheasant Plucker Pub

Shop Queer-Owned in Hamilton

I'm Fine T-Shirt

Pridapus Enamel Pins

Emotional Heart Sticker

Hanbok Choi Dangle

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