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 .

Mellow Queer Volleyball

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 .

Queer Hockey Hamilton

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 .

Steeltown Queer Pickleball Club

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.

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

Gateway Arena

Summer Shinny Series

A public ice hockey series for LGBTQ+ community members to play and have fun.

A public ice hockey series open to everyone.

Hamilton Ice Rink

Queer Hockey Hamilton Spring Shindig

Queer Hockey Hamilton Spring Shinny event.

Harry Howell Arena

Spring Shinny

A community hockey event for LGBTQ+ people called Spring Shinny.

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

League registration opens for 2SLGBTQ+ players on June 1st. If space permits, Ally registration opens June 15th. As always, payment plans are available.

League Registration Opens

Open registration for a LGBTQ+ hockey league.

A public summer ice hockey series hosted by Queer Hockey Hamilton.

A summer ice hockey series open to everyone organized by Queer Hockey Hamilton.

A public ice hockey series for LGBTQ+ people to play and enjoy the sport.

A summer hockey series open to everyone organized by Queer Hockey Hamilton.

Join us for our annual QHH Pride Picnic! 🧺 Food: Lunch provided. Fun: Games + Activities. What to bring: Blanket and/or lawn chair, Sunscreen, Water. RSVP required by Saturday June 20th.

Confederation Beach

QHH Pride Picnic

A community picnic with food, games, and activities at Confederation Beach for everyone.

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

A summer ice hockey series open to everyone.

A community hockey event open to everyone during the summer.

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

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.

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

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

Queer Hockey Hamilton

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Events by this league

Upcoming events

July 2026

Summer Shinny Series

August 2026

Summer Shinny Series

Queer Hockey Hamilton 3rd Birthday Party

Summer Shinny Series

Summer Shinny Series

Past events (last 90 days)

May 2026

Summer Shinny Series

Summer Shinny Series

Queer Hockey Hamilton Spring Shindig

Spring Shinny

Summer Shinny Series

Summer Shinny Series

June 2026

League Registration Opens

Summer Shinny Series

Summer Shinny Series

Summer Shinny Series

Summer Shinny Series

July 2026

Summer Shinny Series

QHH Pride Picnic

Summer Shinny Series

Summer Shinny Series

Summer Shinny Series

Take Hamilton's queer scene with you

More leagues in Hamilton

Golden Horseshoe Bowling League

Hamilton Queer Curling

Iroquoia Club’s Rainbow Hikes