Toronto

Toronto boasts one of the largest and most vibrant LGBTQ+ communities in North America. The Church-Wellesley Village serves as the heart of the gay community, featuring iconic venues like Woody's, Crews & Tangos, and The Black Eagle. The city hosts Pride Toronto, one of the largest Pride celebrations globally, and is known for its inclusive atmosphere, diverse queer culture, and strong LGBTQ+ rights advocacy.

A walk and roll-a-thon event supporting OFCP, featuring community activities and entertainment at Professor's Lake, Brampton.

Professor's Lake Brampton

Nicholas Milojovic Walk 'N' Roll-A-Thon in Support of OFCP

Nicholas Milo Jovic in support of OFCP

Share the flavours of bridgettebartoronto with the entire family. Brings a shareable prix fixe menu to The Well, featuring favourites like garlic bread, rigatoni with truffle mushrooms, and classic grilled farm chicken.

National at The Well

Sunday Supper Club

The Well

A community dinner event featuring a shareable prix fixe menu at The Well.

A cross-sector roundtable discussion on inclusive AI practices in Montreal.

QueerTech Events

L'IA Inclusive en Pratique : Une Table Ronde Intersectorielle à Montréal avec Mila

Master delicious, budget-friendly Filipino recipes with David! All ingredients and tools will be provided. No prior experience required. Limit of 5 people per class.

The 519

THE 519

Budget Cooking Series: Philippine Cuisine

The 519's Community Wellbeing team

A community cooking class teaching budget-friendly Filipino recipes with all ingredients provided.

The Bookish Bi Reading Club is scheduled for Wednesday, September 9, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM EDT. It is a meetup event organized by amBi - Toronto's Bi Social Community, focusing on bisexuality and social engagement. The event is held at a location visible only to members, with no specific venue name provided.

Bookish Bi Reading Club

A networking event for the queer tech community in Toronto.

80 Spadina Ave. 4th Floor

Q3 2026 - QT Connect Meetup Toronto

A competitive rowing event featuring teams from across the region.

Argonaut Rowing Club

Annual Rowing Regatta

Join us for the Toronto International Film Festival, showcasing a diverse selection of films from around the world. Enjoy screenings, panels, and special events.

TIFF Bell Lightbox

Toronto International Film Festival 2026

Toronto International Film Festival

A discussion on inclusive AI practices across sectors in Montreal.

Inclusive AI in Practice: A Montreal Cross-Sector Roundtable with the Applied AI Institute

The practice includes: Short meditation, Optional breath work, Gentle yoga postures. Mat and cleaning supplies will be provided. TTC tickets upon request. Light snacks provided. Dress comfortably.

2SLGBTQ+ Community Yoga

A community yoga class with meditation, breath work, and gentle postures for 2SLGBTQ+ individuals.

Messy Margaret and Madee Lovegood perform at a Broadway Bingo & Trivia event. Join for an evening of entertainment, bingo, and trivia.

Left Field Brewery

Messy Margaret & Madee Lovegood

A bingo and trivia night with performances by Messy Margaret and Madee Lovegood.

Join us for the CQCC x TELUS Supplier Diversity Day, a dynamic event featuring candid conversations, shared learning, and practical connection-building. This event brings together corporate leaders and diverse suppliers to foster collaboration and promote inclusive business practices.

CQCC X TELUS Supplier Diversity Day

Canadian Queer Chamber of Commerce (CQCC)

Weekly salsa dance classes held on Fridays at Rainbow Ballroom Toronto.

Salsa Classes - Fall Session

Rainbow Ballroom Toronto

The Pink Turf Soccer League 2026 features scheduled matches and practices at Withrow Park, Toronto.

Pink Turf Soccer League

Pink Turf Soccer League 2026

Guided tours exploring the historic Church-Wellesley Village, highlighting its cultural and social significance.

Church-Wellesley Village, Toronto

The Arquives Church-Wellesley Village Tours

The Arquives

A guided tour exploring the historic and cultural significance of the Church-Wellesley Village in Toronto.

A series of events including church village tours, queer trivia, and art exhibitions.

The ArQuives

Coming Up at the Arquives

A series of community events including church tours, queer trivia, and art exhibitions.

An annual event honoring those who have lost their lives due to anti-trans violence.

Transgender Day of Remembrance

Drag show at 9 PM, featuring Gogo dancer and dancing at 11 PM.

London

Saturday Nights at The Well London

OutFest is an annual festival supporting the creation and development of queer stories and characters. Presented by Page 1 Theatre, it features new works by emerging and established artists, including mainstage plays, movement-theatre pieces, improv comedy, musical cabaret, staged readings, and family-friendly shows. The 2026 event runs from September 13 to September 16, with individual tickets available starting April 1, and festival passes on sale now.

OutFest

A community dinner event featuring a shareable fixed-price menu at The Well.

Bring your class to the AGO for guided tours, artmaking activities, or self-guided experiences tailored for students.

Art Gallery of Ontario

School Visits

An online webinar hosted by Pride at Work Canada, scheduled for September 15, 2026, from 16:00 to 17:00. The session provides an overview of the FLOURISH 2026 leadership development program aimed at supporting employee resource group (ERG) leaders and 2SLGBTQIA+ professionals. Participants will learn about the program structure, key learning objectives, and how it fosters leadership skills, peer networks, and workplace impact through live Zoom sessions, virtual modules, and self-directed work. The event is accessible via Zoom in webinar mode, with English spoken language and closed captioning.

Webinar: FLOURISH Information Session

Pride at Work Canada

A public consultation event to gather community input on the Toronto Island Master Plan, focusing on future development, ecological health, cultural significance, safety, and visitor experience of Toronto Island Park. The event aims to involve residents, Indigenous communities, and stakeholders in shaping the long-term vision for the park.

Public Consultation on Toronto Island Master Plan

A space where 2SLGBTQ+ youth (ages 10 to 18) and 2SLGBTQ+ older adults (ages 50+) collaborate on climate justice projects. Advocate for climate justice, learn through advocacy, storytelling and community, build relationships across generations, and earn volunteer hours and references.

Online

Generations for Climate Justice

An online event where LGBTQ+ youth and older adults work together on climate justice projects through advocacy, storytelling, and community building.

A gay-friendly yoga session with meditation, breath work, and gentle poses for everyone.

A trivia night hosted by The Arquives, celebrating queer firsts.

Church St. Garage

Queer Firsts Trivia Night

A queer-themed speed dating event for singles to meet and connect.

Queer Speed Dating

A speed dating event for LGBTQ+ singles to meet and connect.

A queer-themed emo event featuring performances by Pickles Lavey and music by DJ Erik. Get sad and get angry with performances and a lively atmosphere.

DROM

Queer Emo Note T.O.

A queer-themed emo party with live performances and DJ music.

The event is the inaugural game of the Toronto Gay Basketball Association, scheduled for September 18, 2026, from 18:00 to 20:00. It marks the beginning of the 2024 Autumn season, welcoming all ballers to participate in a friendly and inclusive basketball event at Oakwood Collegiate. The event aims to promote LGBTQ+ sports and community engagement.

Oakwood Collegiate

Toronto Gay Basketball Association First Games

Toronto Gay Basketball Association

A series of LGBTQ+ themed events including Gaymes Night, First Year Panel, Crafting Event, Trans on Campus Panel, and Annual General Meeting at UCC.

UCC (University Community Centre)

Q-Week Spectrum UWO with PrideWestern

An in-person speed dating event for lesbian professionals in their 50s and 60s, taking place on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 4:45 PM to 7:00 PM at The Lodge, Toronto. Participants will have the opportunity to meet 10–12+ singles in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere, with complimentary drinks and appetizers provided. The event aims to foster meaningful connections among like-minded individuals in an inclusive space.

The Lodge

Lesbian Professionals Speed Dating (50s & 60s)

Enter for a chance to win tickets to Suki Waterhouse's The Loveland Tour, with special guest Charlotte Lawrence.

Coca-Cola Coliseum

Suki Waterhouse: The Loveland Tour

Live Nation

A chance to win tickets to a concert by Suki Waterhouse called The Loveland Tour.

Official start of the Rainbow Hoops Toronto 2025/2026 season with skills clinics and community gathering.

Rainbow Hoops Toronto Season Kickoff

Rainbow Hoops TO

Speed dating event for professionals in Toronto.

Gay Professionals Speed Dating (Ages 30s & early 40s)

A community dinner event at The Well featuring a shareable prix fixe menu with Italian-inspired dishes.

Fife House invites community members, partners, and supporters to attend the 2026 Annual General Meeting & Community Celebrations on Monday, September 21, 2026. The event includes a reception starting at 6:00 pm, community performances from 6:30 pm to 7:00 pm, followed by AGM business proceedings from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm. The location is to be confirmed. Attendees can learn about the organization's highlights, impacts, and future plans, and participate in voting if they are members. Membership registration is available online, with a fee of $25, optional for persons living with HIV/AIDS.

Fife House

AGM & Community Celebrations 2026

Vote for The 519 Board of Management nominees at the 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM). Membership must be applied for or renewed no later than Monday, August 24, 2026. Members must live within the catchment area bounded by Bloor/Danforth, Bay, the Don Valley Parkway and the railway lands south of The Esplanade.

The 519's Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2026

A community meeting where members can vote for the board of management at The 519.

Join us for The Connection Café, a monthly event designed to foster networking and idea sharing. The event is scheduled for September 24, 2026, from 14:00 to 15:00. It will be held virtually via Microsoft Teams.

The Connection Café: Your monthly blend that brews networks, and big ideas

An exhibition curated by Chloë Brushwood Rose and Andi Schwartz & The ArQuives Curatorial Committee exploring femme life and culture in Toronto from 1990 to 2000.

The ArQuives, Toronto

On Our Own Terms: Femme Life and Culture in Toronto, 1990-2000

The ArQuives, Femme Story, York University, Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada, Government of Canada

An exhibition exploring femme life and culture in Toronto from 1990 to 2000.

A community yoga session with meditation, breath work, and gentle poses for everyone.

A bi-weekly online social hosted by House of Anansi for Indigenous or Person of Colour members of the LGBT2Q+ community to connect and share in a safe space.

QIPOC Virtual Check-In

House of Anansi

An exclusive in-person speed dating event for gay professionals in their mid 40s, 50s, and early 60s, held at The Lodge in Toronto's Village. The event offers 10-12 mini dates, a complimentary drink, appetizers, and a stylish atmosphere designed for meaningful connections. Organized by Single and Eligible, it aims to provide a sophisticated alternative to online dating, with opportunities to meet quality men and potentially extend the evening with mingling with other groups. Tickets are non-refundable, and the event lasts approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes.

Gay Professionals Speed Dating (Mid 40s, 50s & early 60s)

An annual event to honor and memorialize transgender individuals who have lost their lives due to anti-trans violence.

A community dinner event offering a shareable prix fixe menu for families and everyone at The Well.

An event called Crafts in the Park is scheduled for Monday, September 28, 2026, from 18:00 to 20:00. It is organized by the amBi - Toronto's Bi Social Community group and is a social gathering focused on crafts. The event details are available to members of the group, and it is sponsored by Bi.org, a prominent site about bisexuality.

Crafts in the Park

Bootycandy is a dark comedy exploring themes of parental hypocrisy, power, privilege, and Black queer life. The play runs from September 30 to October 17, 2026, at Buddies in Bad Times Theatre in Toronto. It features a meta-theatrical, semi-autobiographical narrative by playwright Robert O’Hara, directed by Jay Northcott, and is suitable for audiences aged 19 and above. Ticket prices range from $15 to $80 CAD.

Buddies In Bad Times

Buddies in Bad Times Theatre

Bootycandy - Buddies and Obsidian Theatre Company production

A community yoga session with meditation, breath work, and gentle poses for LGBTQ+ individuals.

An exhibition showcasing sculptures by Ontario modernist Elizabeth Wyn Wood, featuring five works from the AGO Collection. The exhibition highlights her interest in landscape and figuration, including recent acquisitions like 'Sending' and 'Receiving' (1958), created for Toronto’s Maclean-Hunter Building. Curated by Renée van der Avoird, the exhibit is located on Level 2, Jennings Young Gallery (#231), and is free for AGO Members, AGO Annual Passholders, Ontarians under 25, and Indigenous Peoples.

Elizabeth Wyn Wood Exhibition

An exhibition exploring works by Letendre and Morrisseau.

Letendre/Morrisseau

Every Baby Counts is a free, drop-in program for parents and caregivers of children aged 0 to 18 months, held weekly at The 519. It provides a safe, inclusive space focusing on infant development, family support, and community building, especially for 2SLGBTQ+ BIPOC families and allies. The program occurs every Thursday from 13:30 to 16:00, with scheduled closures on October 8, 2026, November 26, 2026, and December 31, 2026.

Every Baby Counts

Pop, House & Disco Dance Party & Drag featuring performances from various artists.

Danceteria

A dance party with pop, house, and disco music featuring drag performances by various artists.

A morning event for children aged 0 to 6 and their families at The 519.

EarlyON Child and Family Centre

An exhibition featuring Diego Marcon’s cinematic works, making his Canadian debut at the AGO. The show includes his latest piece, 'Krapfen' (2025), a film set in a bedroom where a child is tormented by animated objects insisting he eat a German doughnut, accompanied by music by Federico Chiari. Marcon’s work combines CGI, prosthetics, and robotics to create unsettling yet tender images, exploring themes of artificiality and life. The exhibition is organized by the AGO and The Vega Foundation, curated by John Zeppetelli and Julia Paoli, and runs until October 4, 2026.

Diego Marcon: The Bubble Boy

An exhibition of Rembrandt's works and his contemporaries.

Painted Presence: Rembrandt and his Peers

Participate in dynamic teacher programs that foster creativity and arts integration strategies for educators.

Teacher Programs

2SLGBTQ+ Ottawa Film Festival, in-person and online, October 6-8, 2023.

OTTAWA

Inside Out - 2SLGBTQ+ Ottawa Film Festival

A community yoga session with meditation, breath work, and gentle postures for everyone.

An exclusive event for AGO Members at the Individual/Admirer level and up, celebrating the opening of 'Sunday Best: The Power & The Glory of Black Style'. The evening features early access to the exhibition, expert-led tours, hands-on artmaking, cocktails, and bites. Attendees will also experience AV Live in Walker Court, an immersive electronic music and visual performance. The event takes place on Friday, October 9, from 17:00 to 21:00 at the Art Gallery of Ontario.

Members' Night | Sunday Best: The Power & The Glory of Black Style

Registration now open for the Canada Cup 2026 hockey tournament, part of the Toronto Thanksgiving Weekend event.

Canada Cup 2026

Toronto Gay Hockey Association

A men's hockey tournament as part of a larger event during Toronto Thanksgiving Weekend.

An inclusive drop-in event for 2SLGBTQ+ BIPOC community members to connect and share experiences.

2SLGBTQ+ BIPOC Drop-in

Rainbow Reels Film Festival is an annual LGBTQ2I+ arts event in Waterloo Region, celebrating queer and trans stories through film, art, comedy, workshops, and community gatherings. The 18th edition runs from October 12 to October 21, 2026, featuring diverse programming aimed at challenging systemic oppression and highlighting the beauty of the rainbow community. Events include film screenings like 'Rafiki,' 'Hearts Beat Loud,' and 'White Rabbit,' as well as community activities such as a rainbow slow dance and local short film competitions. The festival is organized by a volunteer-led arts collective committed to fostering a rainbow community that fights oppression through storytelling.

Rainbow Reels Film Festival

A virtual session to prepare for the upcoming QueerTech Conference.

Virtuel

Preparing for QTQ

The Bookish Bi Reading Club is scheduled for Wednesday, October 14, 2026, from 18:00 to 20:00. The event is organized by the amBi - Toronto's Bi Social Community and is a gathering for members to discuss books and socialize. The location details are visible only to members, and the event is hosted by the amBi group.

A community yoga session with meditation, breath work, and gentle postures for LGBT+ individuals.

A community workshop focused on wellness topics, scheduled for October 15, 2026, from 18:00 to 20:00. The event aims to promote health and well-being within the community.

Community Wellness Workshop

A fundraising drag event supporting Fife House’s HIV/AIDS housing, featuring top drag performers from RuPaul's Drag Race and local talents, scheduled for October 17, 2026, at Isabel Bader Theatre in Toronto. The event includes performances, a VIP reception, and opportunities to volunteer or purchase tickets, with early sales beginning June 1, 2026.

Shady Queens: Unapologetic

An exhibition making its Canadian debut at the Art Gallery of Ontario, showcasing a comprehensive overview of Impressionism. The display features masterworks by artists such as Claude Monet, Berthe Morisot, Vincent van Gogh, Camille Pissarro, Paul Gauguin, Henri Matisse, Piet Mondrian, and Edvard Munch. The exhibition explores the origins of the movement and its influence on subsequent generations of avant-garde painters, highlighting experimental techniques and thematic developments in late 19th and early 20th-century modern art. It is organized by the Dallas Museum of Art and curated by Dr. Nicole R. Myers, with the AGO presentation led by Dr. Caroline Shields.

The Impressionist Revolution: Monet to Matisse from the Dallas Museum of Art

A community dinner event with a shareable prix fixe menu at The Well.

Come roll with us to raise funds for 2SLGBTQ+ youth!

The Ballroom of the 519, 519 Church St., 2nd Floor

The Ultimate Bowlathon

Sherbourne Health

The Supporting Our Youth Bowlathon 2023 is scheduled for October 21, 2026, from 18:30 to 22:00. The event aims to support youth initiatives, though specific details are not provided in the content.

Supporting Our Youth Bowlathon 2023

Supporting Our Youth

An online event where 2SLGBTQ+ youth and older adults work together on climate justice projects and advocacy.

A community yoga session for 2SLGBTQ+ individuals with meditation, breath work, and gentle poses.

A community drop-in event for 2SLGBTQ+ BIPOC individuals to connect and support each other.

Featuring the talents of the Dee Alexander Quartet, this live benefit concert supports Rainbow Railroad.

Jazz Showcase

When I Am Free: A Benefit Concert for Rainbow Railroad

A program for children aged 0 to 6 and their families, offering activities and support.

Queer Skate Toronto Jam Schedule for 2026. Events are subject to change.

Dufferin Grove Skatepark, 875 Dufferin Street

Queer Skate Toronto - 2026 Jam Schedule

Queer Skate Toronto

A community skateboarding event featuring the Queer Skate Toronto 2026 Jam Schedule at Dufferin Grove Skatepark.

LGBTQ+ Events in Toronto

Today

Nicholas Milojovic Walk 'N' Roll-A-Thon in Support of OFCP

Tomorrow

Sunday Supper Club

Tuesday, September 8, 2026

L'IA Inclusive en Pratique : Une Table Ronde Intersectorielle à Montréal avec Mila

Wednesday, September 9, 2026

Budget Cooking Series: Philippine Cuisine

Bookish Bi Reading Club

Q3 2026 - QT Connect Meetup Toronto

Thursday, September 10, 2026

Annual Rowing Regatta

Toronto International Film Festival 2026

Inclusive AI in Practice: A Montreal Cross-Sector Roundtable with the Applied AI Institute

2SLGBTQ+ Community Yoga

Messy Margaret & Madee Lovegood

Friday, September 11, 2026

CQCC X TELUS Supplier Diversity Day

Salsa Classes - Fall Session

Today

Nicholas Milojovic Walk 'N' Roll-A-Thon in Support of OFCP

Tomorrow

Sunday Supper Club

Tuesday, September 8, 2026

L'IA Inclusive en Pratique : Une Table Ronde Intersectorielle à Montréal avec Mila

Wednesday, September 9, 2026

Budget Cooking Series: Philippine Cuisine

Bookish Bi Reading Club

Q3 2026 - QT Connect Meetup Toronto

Thursday, September 10, 2026

Annual Rowing Regatta

Toronto International Film Festival 2026

Inclusive AI in Practice: A Montreal Cross-Sector Roundtable with the Applied AI Institute

2SLGBTQ+ Community Yoga

Messy Margaret & Madee Lovegood

Friday, September 11, 2026

CQCC X TELUS Supplier Diversity Day

Salsa Classes - Fall Session

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