Probe's Queer Night - Liberation

Probe's Queer Night - Liberation

Paint the revolution in rainbow

For generations, queer liberation has been painted across streets, stitched into clothing, shouted through music, and carried on the bodies of those brave enough to exist out loud. This August, as Pride fills Ottawa with full-spectrum colour, we’re celebrating the art in who we are and who we fight for.

Liberation transforms Probe into a living gallery of self-expression full of creativity and joy. Cover yourself in colour and adorn yourself in whatever makes you feel free. Come connect in a space where every body has it's own history and story to tell. Strut in bold looks and painted skin, latex, leather, rainbows, or something entirely your of your own creation. This night is for expression without limits or societal expectation.

Inspired by the libertines who challenged convention, the movements that fought for our freedoms, and the artists who brought their lives and experiences into protest, Liberation is a celebration of everything that happens when we stop hiding and start creating. Come loud, come soft, come strange, come spectacular. Come as the masterpiece you are, still in the making.

🎨 Living Canvases – Body painting, colour, creativity, and an invitation to transform yourself and others into moving works of art.

🌈 Queer Expression – Bold outfits, painted bodies, handmade creations, Pride rainbows, and every form of personal expression that colours outside the lines.

✊ Liberation Energy – A night honouring queer joy, chosen family, community, connection, and the beautiful rebellion of self expression.

Tonight, the art is you.

Queer Night is a play party centering 2SLGBTQ+ community members of all genders, bodies, and expressions. Whether you’re cruising cuties, curious to explore, or just want a consent-forward space to vibe and play, you’re warmly welcomed here.

Please note, our entry door will be locked after 10PM for the safety of our members and staff.

At Probe, inclusivity is at the heart of everything we do. We welcome all individuals of all sexual orientations, genders, and identities. Our aim is to create an environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and free to express themselves authentically. Our venue is wheelchair accessible, with an elevator available. Our goal is to provide an accessible, inclusive space. If you have any questions or have specific accommodation requests, please reach out to us.

A membership is required to attend our play parties. If you haven't secured your membership yet, be sure to do so before the event! You can sign up for your membership on our site here or can be purchased at the door.

New Members Policy: If you are a new member attending your first play party at Probe, you must arrive within the first two hours of the event. This helps us provide the right orientation and support for newcomers.

Tickets are available on a sliding scale to promote inclusivity and accessibility. We offer limited “supported” and “sustain” tickets at a lower price for community members who might otherwise be unable to attend. Please choose the ticket price that makes this event accessible to you. If you’d like to support event accessibility, consider purchasing a “generous” or “benevolent” ticket, which helps subsidize lower-price options. All ticket types provide the same access to the event.

A variety of snacks and non-alcoholic drinks will be available all night to keep you refreshed and energized. Please note that bringing alcohol is not allowed.

Our dedicated Dungeon Monitors (DMs) will be present throughout the venue, attentively supervising the play areas and offering assistance to ensure everyone's safety.