Upcoming Event...
Vaisakhi Mela 🌾
Celebrate the spirit of spring, community, and culture at our vibrant Vaisakhi Mela! This colourful gathering brings together music, art, and community connection in a space where South Asian queer joy can flourish.
Expect lively performances, delicious food, creative activities, and plenty of opportunities to connect, laugh, and celebrate together. Rooted in culture and powered by pride, our Vaisakhi Mela is all about honouring heritage while creating a welcoming, affirming space for everyone to belong. 🌾🌈✨
Past Events
Art N' Adrak
☕ Sip on your favourite beverage from Bell's Café while our very own Indian artist, Shailesh, guides you through creating your own masterpiece!
🎨 Whether you're a seasoned artist or picking up a brush for the first time, this is your chance to unwind, connect with the community and leave with your masterpiece.
What's Included:
All art supplies (canvas, paints, brushes)
Step-by-step guidance from our talented artist
A welcoming, judgment-free space to create
Snacks and beverages available for purchase
Rang De
Calgary’s first and only South Asian queer pride party, it's a night to showcase Asian artists and performers, celebrating who we are and unapologetically owning Desi Queer pride. In a city where South Asian queer spaces are rare, ‘Rang De’ fills that gap with colour, culture, and community - loud, proud, and desi to the core.
Film Event
A screening of South Asian queer short films, followed by an open discussion on storytelling, identity, and representation in cinema.
Queer Yoga & Flow
A grounding session of movement and mindfulness designed to support queer well-being in a safe and affirming space. In collaboration with Junction 9!
Sapphic Speed Dating
A speed dating event centering queer women, trans, non-binary, and PoC sapphics to build connections through fun, safety, and good vibes. In collaboration with Lavender Club.
Queer Eid Celebration
A joyful and inclusive space for queer South Asians to celebrate Eid with community, culture, and no barriers.
Aaja Nachle Dance Workshop
A high-energy Bollywood dance class in a queer-affirming space!
Chai & Discussion Season 2
Back by popular demand! Another cosy space for open conversations on mental health, queerness, identity, and everything in between. Over hot chai and samosas, of course.
Melanin & Masala
A collaborative celebration of Black and South Asian queer joy, spotlighting culture, fashion, and resistance through performance and art. In collaboration with Black Pride YYC, Calgary Pride and ATB
Chai & Discussion Season 1
A cosy space for open conversations on mental health, queerness, identity, and everything in between. Over hot chai and samosas, of course.
Calgary Pride Parade March
Marching proudly through the streets with our flags, our community, and our full selves - representing queer South Asians at Calgary Pride.
Queer Desi Drip
A nightlife celebration of South Asian queerness, music, dance, and Diwali!
Desi Dine & Pride
Our first community dinner bringing together Calgary’s Desi queer folks to share food, stories, and build meaningful connections