Halifax Pride Calendar

Join us at Power House Youth Centre for a free Rainbow Pancake breakfast on July 17th from 10-11:30 am. Open to 2SLGBTQIA+ youth and allies ages 13-24.

Join us at Power House on July 17th from 1:30-4:30 for an afternoon of merch making for the upcoming Pride Parade! We will be making signs, pride flag and pronoun buttons, and adorning our sidewalk with affirming and prideful chalk art. This event is free and open to 2SLGBTQIA+ youth and allies ages 13-24.

Join co-editors and researchers Dr. Phillip Joy (Applied Human Nutrition, Mount Saint Vincent University) and Dr. Megan Aston (School of Nursing, Dalhousie University) for an engaging, heartfelt evening exploring Queer Compassion in 15 Comics — a new illustrated book that brings together queer stories of compassion. Part book launch, part community gathering, this event invites you into a vibrant conversation about what queer compassion looks like in everyday life. Through fifteen comic vignettes created by 2SLGBTQ+ artists and storytellers, the book explores the small acts of kindness, quiet moments of resistance, and deep connections that help us thrive. Come meet the editors, view selected comic panels, and take part in a conversation about queer health, healing, and hope. Whether you're into graphic storytelling, social justice, or just want to feel inspired — this event welcomes all. Free • All Ages • Dry Event (those under the influence will NOT be permitted to attend) • Light Snacks Provided Let’s gather in community to celebrate queer creativity and the radical power of compassion.

The Youth Project is excited to announce that we will once again be hosting a potluck-style picnic for 2SLGBTQIA+ folks who identify as living in a bigger body. This picnic will be a free gathering held on Friday, July 18th, from 12 pm to 2 pm at Hope Blooms 2346 Brunswick Street ( see map on slide 2). This event is for ages 16+ Participants are encouraged to bring any food or snacks of their choice. Participants are also more than welcome to bring food or snacks to share with others, but you are not obligated to. Please be mindful of food allergies if you are planning to bring any items to share. Prepackaged food should come in their original packaging with the ingredients list, and homemade goods should come with an ingredient list if possible. Bringing food or snacks is not mandatory for attending the picnic. The Youth Project will be providing some snacks, drinks, and pastries for those who attend. If you have any specific dietary restrictions, please reach out via email so we can have something prepared for you. Sunscreen will be available on sight. **This event is intended for folks who identify as living in a bigger body (or those who might identify as larger, plus size, etc). We will not be defining what qualifies as a “bigger body.” If you feel like this space is for you and you want to come, then please attend.If you would like a support person to attend alongside you who does not identify as a bigger-bodied person, this is welcome. If you have any questions, please feel free to email calendula@youthproject.ns.ca

"Dyke Night Live" is a fully live music showcase featuring local queer & trans/nonbinary artists and musicians covering popular sapphic songs by sapphic artists.

Nightshade are our big public monthly kinky costume parties; Night Spa is a private, members only, venue operating multiple times every week. As a part of the 2025 Halifax Pride Festival, Night Spa is opening their doors to the public for a FREE tour night to anyone 19+ who is interested in seeing Halifax's only queer, mixed gender, bathhouse. Tours don’t only show you the facilities and how the equipment works but goes over our rules and etiquette as well. Tours take about 10-15 minutes so arrive any time between the scheduled event time and one of our tour guides will be happy to take you through the space. The spa will not be operating during these tours, but this is still adults only. Members and non-members are welcome to come see the venue so tell your friends! Not a Night Spa member yet? Please take a moment to apply to be a member so you can attend our active events. We do not allow walk ins to these events, and we do not accept same day applications so apply now so you can attend later.

This 15+ event is free for everyone. There will be a costume contest (we're working towards gathering some prom outfits for those who are looking for a selection!). There will also be a lip sync battle, best runway walk, sensory space (low-sensory space with games), and goodie bags with queer-focused health material.

Nightshade are our big public monthly kinky costume parties; Night Spa is a private, members only, venue operating multiple times every week. Night Spa kicks-off the 2025 Halifax Pride Festival with a fabulous night of mixed gender bathhouse fun! Halifax's only bathhouse is a queer space open to all genders every week (19+). While everyone is welcome to apply, we are queer focused. We are queer owned and operated, as our staff are all queer/trans with a couple of allies too. Members and their guests, may come rent a locker or pay a little more and party in a private room. Soak in the hot tub or sweat it out in the sauna. Night Spa is an all-accepting space with over 5000 members. While not everyone may be attending for the same reasons, surrounding yourself with like-minded individuals has such a comforting freedom to it. Not a Night Spa member yet? Please take a moment and apply to be a member. Walk ins are not allowed, and we do not accept same day applications so apply now so you can attend later. There is no cost to apply or upfront fee to being a member so apply today.

Get ready to sweat! North Endurance invites you for a FREE WORKOUT on the Halifax Commons. Back for our fifth year, this is one of our favourite workouts - getting outside and hanging out with all of you! A beginner friendly workout with all bodyweight movements, our team of Trainers - and special guest co-coach Ripped Green! - will help all those attending move safely and affectively to ensure you have fun and get a great workout! So kickstart your Saturday with us and get pumped before the parade! Look for us on the Halifax Commons between the North Common Public Washroom (Along Cunard St) and the Commons Water Fountain. In the event of rain we'll meet at North Endurance (5687 West St), a short 400m walk from the Commons. Keep an eye on our social media for updates (Instagram, @northendurance). Any questions, please email or DM us!

Join the Halifax Tides for their first-ever Pride Match on Friday, July 19 at 7:00 PM as the club celebrates 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion, community, and the unifying power of sport. Pride Night is a special celebration, but it represents a commitment that lives year-round, on the pitch, in the stands, and throughout the community. This inaugural event will feature themed programming, vibrant fan activations, and an unforgettable matchday atmosphere. The Tides are proud to play with heart, with purpose, and with pride. It's time to Rise Together at The Wanderers Grounds.

Daisey’s Rainbow Dance, formly known as Woman’s Dance’s” but changed to include everyone in our community. Come join us for a fun evening of dancing, 50/50 and door prizes!

We'll be taking over a ballroom on the 3rd floor of the Chocolate Lake Hotel Halifax for our 129th event to date! Grab your friends and come join us as we'll be having our 12th annual Kinky Colours event. This party will be a part of the 2025 Halifax Pride Festival and it is always one of the BIGGEST and CRAZIEST Nightshade events and this year it will be happening the same day as the Pride Parade so you're not going to want to miss this! So be sure to wear sexy neons or whites to react to the ultra violet lights! We've got waaay too many black lights and plan to flood every inch of the ballroom at the Chocolate Lake Hotel with glowing fun! When you're digging through the closet or out shopping for that perfect outfit but you're not sure what will glow and what won't, there are free Ultra Violet apps you can download for your mobile device! 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. Dress sexy and cool, cause it does get hot and sweaty in there. Due to the nature of the venue, public decency rules do apply. Drink pricing for the bar is as follows: Domestic Beer, Well Shots $7.00 Premium Liquor. & Liqueurs $8.00 Imported Beers, Coolers $8.00 House Wine $8.00 Soft Drinks $4.00 Cash only bar. The hotel has an ATM in the lobby but we have emptied it at every Nightshade event so come prepared! Please drink responsibly. Each year our Pride parties have Sold Out weeks before each event so buy early or risk missing out! Tickets are available for only $25+tax and purchases can be made online through our website. Coat check service will be $3 for the night which includes in and out privileges for one hanger of clothes and/or one bag. There will be a self-coat check area but this will be not be monitored and is at use at your own risk. We will be adhering to all government regulations at our Nightshade events. In addition extra cleaning procedures will be put into place for both the venue and for our own equipment. Hand sanitizer stations will be readily available as well of course there is plenty soap and water in the washrooms. Valid government identification (19+) is required to gain entry. If you are sick please stay home! We have done away with our regular 'no refunds' policy and replaced it with a full credit of your ticket price. If you inform us that you will not be in attendance prior to us opening the doors at 9pm than we will issue you a full credit for one of our future events. Please check with the hotel for their cancellation policies. If for any reason we are forced to reduce capacity or cancel this event, causing you to not be able to attend then you will be issued a full credit of your ticket price for one of our future events. You may also purchase optional Cancellation Insurance for $1 per ticket which would see the full price of your ticket ($25 ticket or $28 ticket price w/coatcheck) refunded to you if you can not attend the event for any reason, so long as you contact us about the cancellation prior to the start of the event. The Nightshade dance floor will be a flood of bodies as our new DJ, Gyrrrl on Decks, is stepping up and taking over the Nightshade sound system! “In the beginning, at the end of nowhere in the South-West corner of NS, about 24 years ago, Gyrrrl on Decks fell in love with curating music and making the dance floor vibe. When the night shines like day, and the wide starry eyed come out from under the darkness and into the light to play, this multi-genre hot mess spins your requests to impress all the while feeling so #blessed." Nightshade will be actively on the search for local DJ talent to perform at our events. So please reach out with suggestions of amazing Halifax DJs you would love to see on stage at our kinky costume parties! We will have a body painting station setup where guests can paint each other or make use of our talented body paint artist Kai, who will be available to pain you for a negotiated donation. There will be some hardcore equipment brought in for those who know how to use it. For everyone's safety it will be well lit and monitored throughout the night by our DMs. This is a no camera event with the exception of event photographers, please message to apply to shoot for the event. Hotel rooms for the Nightshade Kinky Colours, event are at a special rate of $229 but only until the cut of date Thursday June 19th, 2025. To reserve a room in our block you must call and say you are with the group rate Pride. There is a chance to still book in our block after this date as well so make the call and see if they can squeeze your late ass into our group of rooms! Booking with our Block is ideal as your room will be surround by other people attending the party. It will thus be easier to connect with others and you will receive fewer noise complaints than if you were to book a room elsewhere in the hotel. Nightshade does not profit from room rental, so if you can find a better deal do what is best for you. Note that complaints against you, noise or otherwise, may lead to you being banned from future events as Nightshade wants to keep in good standing with the hotel. Hotel reservations can be made by calling central reservations (800) 528-1234 or the hotel directly (902) 477-5611 ext For more details about booking hotel rooms for this event visit this link: https://nightshadehalifax.com/HotelRoomRentals.html Nightshade makes no commissions and profits in no way from room rentals. Be sure to stop and say hello that night to myself (Chris Awesome), our staff, performers, photographers & volunteers. If you are low on funds but still want to come out and party you can ask about our Nightshade Volunteer Program

Through thick stripes and thin, and everything in between, come out and be a part of the rainbow connection at Bear Ball: Colours of Pride! Celebrate the evening through a wide spectrum of colourful dress and attire! With DJ Joshua Reid! Free Colours of Pride retro photo booth on site! Pjila'si! All are welcome!

Are you a business in Atlantic Canada wanting to network and learn more about CGLCC’s supplier program? Join Nic Sánchez, our Atlantic Business Development Manager, at this FREE event on July 20 in Halifax! This exclusive Networking and Supplier Diversity Information Session (+ breakfast!), hosted by CGLCC at the Glitter Bean Café, is your chance to learn more about your supplier diversity certification and network with like-minded folks in the region. Discover how supplier diversity can unlock new opportunities for your business and help you build meaningful connections within the 2SLGBTQI+ community. Spaces are limited, so register today!

Does enjoying trail treats with like minded outdoorsy folks sound appealing to you? Do you like swag and prizes? Then Join MEC Halifax and Hike NS at Hemlock Ravine Park! We will meet in the main parking lot (40 Kent Ave.) to begin our hike at 10:30am. Please wear comfortable quick dry clothing, supportive footwear and bring along a water bottle and snack. The route will be up to 5 km return with some rough terrain and hilly terrain so, some hiking experience is recommended. This hike will have multiple guides at different speeds so no need to worry about keeping up.

A fun free-spirited tradition that has been held locally for over a decade (and globally for even longer!), where attendees are welcome to strip down and shed their shame as they take to the city streets in celebration of our natural world and the beauty of all bodies! You can Ride or March, whether with your bike, wheelchair, scooter, or your own two feet; whatever gets your body moving! Come join in or show your support by cheering us on! In a time when so many bodies are policed or made the subject of political rhetoric and autonomy taken away, one of the many positive messages we want to promote is that nudity should not be viewed as inherently sexual, but rather should be accepted as a beautiful part of life and a symbol of freedom.

Pucker up, cuz we're feeling sweet and sour! Join us for the Sweet & Sour Tea Dance with special guest Sanjina Dabish Queen & Callum Colbey! Join hosts Trinity Foxx & Brooke Rivers for the third annual - Sweet & Sour Tea Dance with guest Sanjina Dabish Queen from Canada's Drag Race season 5 & content creator Callum Colbey. Including DJ Joshua Reid and drag performers Mya Foxx & Randi E. Rogenous. Whats a tea dance? Tea dances were events organized on Sunday afternoons in the queer community, originating in New York in the 50s and 60s. Now popular in places like Fire Island, & Provincetown, these events bring community together to celebrate & dance the day away. Our event will allow you to dance, enjoy local drag, GoGo performers, Sanjina & Callum. $20 Limited Early Bird, $30 General, $10 add on for Meet and Greet 3pm Meet and Greet, 4pm General Admission Thanks to our sponsors Downtown Halifax, Garrison Brewing & Evolve Realty Group

For the 3rd year in a row, The Dump will be happening the afternoon after Parade Day while many visitors are still in town. We predict that this event will be sold out as we will only have 80 tickets available. Get your lockers and private rooms rented early as we will run out and no spaces will be held without advance payment! We recognize that in the past this venue was traditionally for gay men only and this night is a focus on returning some of that space that was taken from that community. While not just for cis-men this night will be focused on those looking for a more traditional bathhouse experience. Night Spa is Halifax’s only queer bathhouse. It is private, members only so only Night Spa members and their guests may attend. While everyone is welcome to apply, we are queer focused. We are queer owned and operated, as our staff are all queer/trans with a couple of allies too. We host Masc events each week but none as busy as The Dump. Members and their guests may come rent a locker or pay a little more and party in a private room. Soak in the hot tub or sweat it out in the sauna. The Dark Room in the basement is for those looking to get a little more wild. Not a Night Spa member yet? Please take a moment and apply to be a member. Walk ins are not allowed, and we do not accept same day applications so apply now so you can attend later. There is no cost to apply or upfront fee to being a member so apply today.

This party has a long title and is gonna be a great night! This party has a long title and it's gonna be a great night! This evening is aimed at first time visitors to Night Spa and those who may be trying to make new friends or connections. You must be a Night Spa member or the guest of a member in order to attend. Folks may choose to do some heavier play but this evening will be filled with fun, get to know you, games, name tags and community focused fun! We've had a couple of these nights before and the ice breaker games really do work. All the games are optional, you can sit and observe if you wish or break off at any time and do your own thing. Night Spa is Halifax’s mixed gender, private members only venue so we may do anything we wish except smoke inside. There is a small side door for those who wish to smoke or vape. This is a clothing optional event, so nudity is acceptable but not required. This is a queer adult space for adults to do adult things. Members should only bring guests who can behave as an adult in this type of environment. Upon arrival all first-time visitors are given a tour which not only goes over where things are and how the equipment works but also goes over the rules and etiquette of the space. This is the same tour that we offer during our open-house event but if you would like a refresher tour, we are happy to provide one. There is truly something comforting and freeing about entering a space full of openness, acceptance and surrounding yourself with like-minded individuals. While everyone may be attending Night Spa for different reasons, being in a space where consent is so openly practiced, requested and respected will put you strongly at ease and confident with your interactions with others. If you've never been to the spa before there is a hot tub, sauna, showers and plenty of public/shared side rooms for socializing in as well as 15 private rooms that can be pre-booked. You may bring your own food and drinks but we must take care of the space and remove our empty cans and bottles when we are finished. For legal purposes, you must be a Night Spa member or a guest to attend this event. We do not accept same day applications so apply early. There is no fee to apply or to become a Night Spa member. You pay an entrance fee by either renting a locker or upgrading your locker to a private room each time you attend. Please take a moment to fill out an application. More details about the venue and our events are provided to our members.

Sponsored by Downtown Halifax. This event will be one of a kind, featuring live vocals, stories and iconic drag performances by some of Halifax's favourites. All seating is General Admission and will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Tickets are non-refundable, and Stardust cannot guarantee your party sits together, so if you have a larger party, please arrive early. All tickets not redeemed by 8:45 pm will be resold to those waiting.

What better way to celebrate pride then to turn childhood betrayal into something that can sustain you? Bring over your old books written by problematic authors (or ones you just don't want anymore) to Diverse Roots Therapy in Dartmouth and learn how to grow oyster mushrooms using them! Hosted by Freddie Mae Allen (he/they) and Lucius Harmony (they/them).

Join us on Tuesday, July 22nd from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM at Garrison Brewing, located at 1149 Marginal Road, for an unforgettable night of Pride Bingo! This 19+ event is all about celebrating community, joy, and Pride in a fun and welcoming atmosphere and we can’t wait to share it with you. The evening promises high-energy bingo games, fabulous entertainment, and the chance to win some truly exciting prizes. Upon entry to the event, you will be given a bingo booklet giving you three bingo cards per round. If you’re feeling lucky, you’ll have the opportunity to purchase additional bingo cards to boost your chances of winning, additional cards will be available at the event for just $10 per booklet Adding to the excitement are special performances by some of the city’s most captivating drag artists. Prepare to be entertained by the dazzling talents of Anna Mona-Pia, Steph Peaks, and Mike Hunt, who will light up the evening with their charisma, humor, and unforgettable stage presence. We will also have ASL interpretation available at the event Tickets are available online for $20 per person, plus applicable fees. A limited number of tickets will also be available at the door for $25, so we encourage you to grab yours early to secure your spot. Whether you’re a bingo fanatic or just looking for a fun night out with friends during Pride season, this is the event for you. Expect lots of laughter, vibrant energy, fantastic prizes, and a chance to come together in celebration of love, identity, and self-expression. Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind night—Pride Bingo at Garrison Brewery is sure to be a highlight of the summer! This event is being held to help fundraise for the programs we hold at HEAL NS which are available to everyone. Our programs are designed to assist those living with HIV and within the 2S/LGBTQIA + community

Come celebrate Pride with ACR with a special scrimmage on July 22nd at 7pm! What is a scrimmage? It's a fun, low-stakes game of roller derby where the league (and close friends!) split into two teams to play each other. It's a great learning opportunity for all of our players and officials, but with all the hard-hitting action of a full-length roller derby bout. In celebration of the Halifax Pride festival, we'll be donning our rainbows and showing off our queer joy (while consensually hitting each other!) Tickets are pay-what-you-wish at the door, cash or credit. Doors open at 7:00pm

Join comedian and host Truly Madly Adam for The Monologue Monolugues! An evening of prepared and improvised character monologues by some of Halifax’s best comedians and improvisers! Come for the laughs, stay for the drama! Tickets available at trulymadlyadam.com

A special Pride Edition of our weekly night of retro games and nudity! Drums, guitars and vocals, come play the classic video game, Rock Band or soak in the hot tub or play some downstairs. Tuesdays are our weekly cheap night where each member only pays $15 for a locker rental during this 4-hour party! These nights are more relaxed than our weekend parties but still plenty of fun! Night Spa is Halifax's only mixed gender, private members, clothing optional Spa. There's a hot tub, sauna, showers, and many shared spaces. Space will be limited for these nights. Members and their guests can rent a locker for this evening, but we will not be renting out rooms. So come play some games and have a nice relaxing time socializing with other members of the community. We are a queer venue run by 26 queer/trans staff and volunteers plus 2 allies who identify as straight. For 20 years the space we occupy had been focused on cis-men only interactions, but Night Spa opened 3 years ago and now welcomes everyone 19+ to apply. We offer some reoccurring special events that focus more on specific connections as well, such as our Femmes & Themmes, Masc (short for masculine), TNG (the next generation for 19–35 year-olds), Nights’ Paw (pet play) and Swingers (for couples). As a venue we are also open to private rentals or on working with community members to develop themed nights that focus more on other interests too. Come join us this Tuesday night for a very special Naked Rock Band game night during Pride. We expected to be extra busy so be prepared to meet a lot of first time members as well as our regulars and a few members who only appear during these special occasions. 4 hours of Night Spa fun for $15 cannot be beat so apply for membership today if you’re not already a member. There is no fee to apply or to become a Night Spa member. You pay an entrance fee by either renting a locker or upgrading your locker to a private room each time you attend. For legal purposes, you must be a Night Spa member or a guest to attend this event. We do not accept same day applications so apply early. More details about the venue and our events are provided to our members.

Come celebrate Pride at the Board Room Game Cafe by playing some Drag Race Trivia with Anna Mona-Pia! Come dressed however makes you feel comfortable and get ready to test your sickening knowledge of all things drag race. It's Pride month in Nova Scotia! To celebrate, we will be donating half the admission fee from Drag Race Trivia to the Halifax Sexual Heath Centre (HSHC)! All the money we donate will be put toward the HSHC's social work program, which provides readiness letters for gender-affirming care for free to patients!

Are you tired of being a human? Try being a pet instead ;3~ This is a special party for Pups, Furs, Pets & Handlers, and Enthusiasts! Relax and romp around as a silly pet or let your wild side out to play. Roll over, crawl, bark, wag, play tug-of-war, get/give pets and belly rubs, or get walked around on a leash! Animal attire, pup gear, and other wild wear are welcome and encouraged, though not required. Wear whatever you like (or nothing at all). This event is open to people & pets of all genders, identities, and orientations. If interested in attending, please apply for membership at NightSpa.ca or email Clifford@nightspa.ca :3

"Tarp's Off at The Gym" is meant to be a gender euphoric experience at the gym for anyone, women, trans, two-spirit, non-binary/gender-queer and all who have ever wanted to experience shirtless lifting in a body positive, safe space! The class will include low-impact activities, and will teach participants the basics of squatting, deadlifting and strict pressing; taught by non-binary personal trainer Catherine Hoekstra. All proceeds will be going to Coastal Gender Affirming Care (@coastalgac) who do amazing work for trans, non-binary and Two Spirit folks in Mi'kma'ki. Hosted by Catherine Hoekstra Fitness and North Endurance THURSDAY JULY 24th 7:30pm- 8:30pm at 5687 West St. Enter the door on the side of the building that faces the Station 3 Fire Dept. CLASS CAP 20 PEOPLE (For Safety and Equipment Sharing Purposes!) Special thank you to @gregvardy for coming up with the idea for this class! ***PHONES WILL BE LEFT AT THE DOOR, NO PHOTOS WILL BE TAKEN, ADULTS ONLY, ZERO TOLERANCE FOR ANY TYPE OF SEXUALIZATION OR ANY TYPE OF COMMENTS ON ANYONES BODY.*** *** ALL PARTICIPANTS WILL BE REQUIRED TO SIGN A WAIVER UPON ENTRY.***

It is exactly what it sounds like! A night for Dykes* with music from DJ ambieNsound, free pool and good vibes all night.

Welcome to Docks like you have never seen them before! Come join us for a night of dancing, entertainment and pride hosted by Queera Bang joined by drag royalty Babia Majora, Hannibal Lickeder, Helena Havok, and Rachel Lush! Get ready to laugh, drink, and slay the night way. Whether you're a seasoned drag pro or a first-timer, everyone is welcome to join in on the fun. Don't miss out on this unforgettable evening filled with high energy performances, glamour, and good times! 19+

A special night for our Cis-Female, Non-Binary, and Trans folk. Night Spa only hosts these events 4 times a year and they create such a unique space for people to learn, explore and expand their boundaries in an all-accepting environment. There is truly something freeing about surrounding yourself with like-minded individuals. These events are a mix of socializing, relaxing and play. The people who attend create such an amazing chance for you to truly be yourself, to grow and to make new connections. If you have not been to a Femmes & Themmes event before you are not going to want to miss this opportunity as our Pride edition is one of the busiest of the year. This party runs for 3 hours and is immediately followed by our Pink Pony Pride Party! Night Spa is Halifax’s only queer bathhouse. It is private, members only so only Night Spa members and their guests may attend. While everyone is welcome to apply to become a member, we are queer focused. We are queer owned and operated, as our staff are all queer/trans with a couple of allies too. There is no fee to apply or become a Night Spa member. You do pay an entry fee by either renting a locker or upgrading to a private room when you attend. We do not accept same da applications or walk-ins at the door so apply now to attend a future event. Be certain to check-off that you are interested in our Femmes & Themmes parties when applying.

Night Spa is a queer space and Halifax’s only mixed gender, clothing optional venue. For over 20 years this location has been a bathhouse that has primarily been focused on cis-male interactions. Night Spa moved in 3 years ago and opened the space up to members of all gender. This very special Pride event will celebrate the changes at this venue and welcomes all who are 19+ to apply to become Night Spa members. This event is very social with folks hanging out in our lounge area, soaking in the hot tub and making friends while sweating it out in the sauna. Attending a clothing optional venue like this can seem very daunting at first but there is something so comforting with surrounding yourself with like-minded people. Being comfortable is key so go at your own pace and bring some options for outfits as you can store things in your rented locker or private room. Our Pride events are great at subverting sexpectations. All first timers recieve a tour when they first arrive that not only goes over where everything is and how the equipment works but also goes over our rules and etiquette. Many people attend Night Spa for different reasons and it’s important to communicate and inquire what others are looking for. Consent is key with all of our interactions in the space and you will be comforted with how adult everyone behaves in an adult space like this with adult activities happening. More information about this event and the venue are available once you become a member. We currently have over 5000 Night Spa members and for legal purposes everyone must be a member or the guest of a member in order to attend. We do not accept walk-ins or accept same day applications so apply today in order to attend events in the future. This is the only Saturday night that Night Spa is open during the 2025 Halifax Pride Festival and Pride is always one of our busiest times of year. Events often sell out so be sure to apply for membership early so you can book and reserve your space. Our staff and volunteers are always around to answer any questions you may have prior to your visit or during one of our parties. Come join Night Spa during Pride this year. You are really not going to want to miss this!

Rumours HFX is pleased to announce Balls Deep Disco is coming for Halifax Pride in collaboration with Vix!  BDD is a quarterly disco dance party in Toronto, Montreal and Brooklyn.
Djs Burn Baby and Fawn Big Canoe will keep you spinning on the dance floor. Get it on to classic disco, nu disco and some disco house. We’re going to turn Rumours into a 70s cruise-y discotheque!

Join us for a family-friendly community trail walk, picnic, and Pride market to celebrate Bay Pride 2025! We will meet at JD Shatford Library in Hubbards at 10am, walk along the trail to the Hubbards Barn, then enjoy the farmers market and Pride market together. There will be live music, wellness activities, drumming circle and more. Follow https://www.instagram.com/stmargaretsbaypride/ on IG for event details and updates.

"Queer-prov brings you the fully improvised queer dating show you didn't know you needed, hosted by local drag performer Mark Sizzum. Get ready to ride the emotional rollercoaster and see who breaks up, who stays together, and who has a life-changing epiphany in the confessional booth. Bring a friend, your date(s), your mom, and enjoy all the queer drama!" We're also hosting a FREE improv workshop during the afternoon. Folks will have the opportunity to meet new people, and try improv. Those in attendance can then be part of the pre-show performance showcase.

Purveyors of esoteric soundscapes for hypnotic dance release returns on July 26th for a special pride edition of Sauna.

𝗧𝘄𝗼 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀. 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝘂𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗻𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗛𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗮𝘅 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗲. 🏳️‍🌈 🎧 𝗦𝗼𝗽𝗵𝗶𝗲 𝗝𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀 (𝗧𝗼𝗿𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗼 🇨🇦) — fierce, chic, and a rising powerhouse who’s lit up Osheaga, The Boiler Room, and Toronto Pride with her sleek, signature style as both DJ and prominent event producer. 🎧 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗕𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗼𝗶𝘀 (𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹 🇨🇦) — deep, textured, and rhythmically bold behind the decks, a house and techno DJ/producer sharing stages with legends like David Morales, Horse Meat Disco, and Morgan Page. Together, they’ll guide us through a soundscape of house, disco, and club energy in its purest form. Powered by 𝗪𝗮𝘀𝗸𝗼 𝗔𝗩’𝘀 𝗟𝗘𝗗 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻, 𝗹𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗯𝘆 𝗡𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘂𝘀, and 𝗟𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲’𝘀 epic sound and lighting system, get ready for a full-sensory feast that will keep you moving all night long. 💗 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗕𝗿𝘆𝗼𝗻𝘆 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲, offering care and shelter for women and children that is inclusive of non-binary and transgender women facing intimate partner violence. 𝗤𝘂𝗲𝗲𝗿. 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲. 𝗨𝗻𝗮𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰. 𝗘𝘂𝗽𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗰. This is 𝗘𝗗𝗘𝗡 𝗨𝗡𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗛𝗘𝗗.🔥

As the 2025 Halifax Pride Festival comes to a close, we invite the cis-men, as well as the trans and non-binary folk, out for an afternoon of play and relaxation. Queer, gay and straight individuals, couples, and polycules are all welcome to apply for this event as Night Spa wraps up its festival events with one last afternoon of delight. We recognize that in the past this venue was traditionally for gay men only and this night is a focus on returning some of that space that was taken from that community. While not just for cis-men this night will be focused on those looking for a more traditional bathhouse experience. Night Spa is Halifax’s only queer bathhouse. It is private, members only so only Night Spa members and their guests may attend. While everyone is welcome to apply, we are queer focused. We are queer owned and operated, as our staff are all queer/trans with a couple of allies too. We host Masc events each week and usually have 15-25 people out but it's the Pride Festival so expect it to be busier! Members and their guests may come rent a locker or pay a little more and party in a private room. Soak in the hot tub or sweat it out in the sauna. The Dark Room in the basement is for those looking to get a little more wild. You must be a member to attend. Not a Night Spa member yet? Please take a moment and apply to be a member. Walk ins are not allowed, and we do not accept same day applications so apply now so you can attend later. There is no cost to apply or upfront fee to being a member so apply today. You will receive a lot more details from the members side of our website.

Celebrate our community's diversity and resilience by creating your very own pieces of pottery in this pride-themed workshop! In this super fun (and hella gay) workshop, we will introduce you to the best of handbuilding AND throwing on the wheel! That's right, you'll get to do both. No experience required. What's Included: All clay, materials and tools Expert instruction and guidance Aprons and beverages  Firing and glazing of your finished piece A supportive, inclusive creative environment Getting yelled at by Reuben Pick-up after: Your creations will be ready 2-4 weeks after the session (we have to fire it and glaze it for you) WHEN: Friday June 27th, 2025 from 6-9 WHERE: Best Kind Mud Shop 945 Cole Harbour Rd, Dartmouth, NS COST: $69 Space is limited- reserve your spot today for this special Halifax Pride Month celebration at Best Kind Mud Shop in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia