Happening at Brock & Beyond
From Pride celebrations and educational workshops to social gatherings and advocacy events, this is your go-to calendar for 2SLGBTQIA+ happenings at Brock and in the broader community. Whether you're looking to learn, celebrate, organize, or simply connect with others, you'll find opportunities here to engage with our vibrant community.
Planning something for our community? We want to help promote it! If you're organizing a 2SLGBTQIA+-related event—whether it's a campus club meeting, a community gathering, a speaker series, or a social — contact us to have it featured. We welcome submissions from students, staff, faculty, and community partners. When submitting an event, please include the title, date, time, location, a description, any relevant links, and a cover photo (approximately 1024px by 600px). Events are reviewed to ensure they align with our mission of supporting and celebrating 2SLGBTQIA+ community members at Brock.
Upcoming Events
Every Tuesday - Loud and Proud @ the HUB
WHEN: Tuesdays, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
WHERE: Thistle Complex Room TH134, next to Market Hall, Brock University
Looking for a space where you can be fully yourself? Loud and Proud @ the HUB is a weekly drop-in space created for our 2SLGBTQAI+ community at Brock. Whether you're looking to connect, learn, or just hang out in a safe and welcoming environment, this is your space.
Join the HUB every Tuesday from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm for community, conversation, and creative activities designed to uplift, empower, and celebrate queer identities. From chill nights to themed events, there's something for everyone. No registration needed — just drop in, be you, and belong. We can't wait to welcome you into this vibrant community space!
Every Monday - 2SLGBTQIA+ Drop-In
WHEN: Mondays in Fall 2025, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm (Starting October 20, 2025)
WHERE: Student Justice Centre, Thistle Complex Room 253B, Brock University
A space to study, hangout, make friends, and learn about other resources and support!
Every Month - Queer Positive Gender and Sexual Violence Drop-In
WHEN: Every third Wednesday in Fall 2025, from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
WHERE: Thistle Complex Room 128A in Market Hall, Brock University
A welcoming space to access resources, connect with peers, or simply take a break and relax.
Past Events
November 20 - Trans and Gender Diverse Free Shopping Event
WHEN: Thursday, November 20, 2025, from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
WHERE: Niagara Falls Community Health Centre, 4790 Victoria Ave., St. Catharines
Shop for free clothing, accessories, hygiene items, & gender-affirming gear in a fun, safe, affirming environment! Free chest binders, tape, & gaffs available.
Contact Ilana for more details: igirdany@nfchc.ca.
October 31, 2025 - Pride Club Hallowe'en Party
WHEN: Friday, October 31, 2025, from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
WHERE: Faith and Life Centre, Brock University
Join the Pride Club for a costume contest, snacks, games, and karaoke! Bring your friends!
This event will have free food!
June 26, 2025 - Queering Collages and Buttons!
WHEN: Thursday, June 26, 2025, from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm
WHERE: Thistle Complex 253 E-Learning Classroom, Brock University
Join the Student Justice Centre and local collage icon Paper Bananas on Thursday, June 26th from 12-3pm for our collaborative event: Queering Collages and Buttons! Participants are invited to create collage pronoun/identity buttons (or other button designs as well), and collages that share their pride and stories.
This event is an Affinity Space for 2S&LGBTQ+ students, and there is a capacity limit of 20 participants so make sure to RSVP to secure your spot! All supplies will be provided at no cost. We can’t wait to see you there!
March 26, 2025 - Asexual and Aromantic Workshop: Navigating Different Types of Healthy Relationships
WHEN: Wednesday, March 26, 2025, from 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm
LOCATION: Welch Hall Room 206, Brock University
Please join the Brock Pride Club for the Asexual and Aromantic Workshop: Navigating Different Types of Healthy Relationships! This workshop is designed for individuals who identify as asexual and aromantic. It will be an interactive seminar style workshop where we will be discussing healthy relationships and reviewing effective strategies in creating boundaries for ourselves.
This is an open and non-judgmental space with facilitators from our local 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
March 25, 2025 - Puppies For Pride
WHEN: Tuesday, March 25, 2025, from 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm
WHERE: Rankin Family Pavilion Room 214/215, Brock University
Need a break? Feeling stressed? Just love dogs? 🐶💖 Come hang out with Therapaws Therapy Dogs as part of Brock’s Pride Week celebrations!
March 20, 2025 - Drag Show and Pasta Bar
WHEN: Thursday, March 20, 2025, from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm
WHERE: Isaac's, Brock University
BUSU is celebrating Brock Pride week with our annual Drag Show in collaboration with Brock Pride and Pride Niagara.
February 25, 2025 - Pride Worship and Fellowship
WHEN: Tuesday, February 25, 2025, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
LOCATION: Faith and Life Centre, Brock University
Brock Pride Club is partnering with the Faith and Life Center for a Queer-focused, positive, Christian worship service. This will be a safe space for Queer Christians to gather and pray. The service will be from 6pm-8pm, followed by fellowship, coffee and snacks from 7pm-8pm. Friends and allies are welcome.
November 22, 2024 - Pride Niagara Drag Show
WHEN: Friday, November 22, 2024, from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
LOCATION: Marilyn I. Walker School of Fine and Performing Arts, Brock University
Tickets are $15 at the door in cash. Brock Pride Club will host a Drag Show in the Theatre of Marilyn I Walker School of Fine and Performing Arts in conjunction with the amazing queens and staff of Pride Niagara. Baked goods at intermission will be sold as a collaborated fundraiser with Boardgame Club.
October 10, 2024 - Queer Campfire with the Pride Club
WHEN: Thursday, October 10, 2024, from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
LOCATION: Alphie's Trough Fire Pit, Brock University
Come join us for a fun evening! This is a safe space where everyone is welcome to be themselves.
April 2, 2024 - Pride and Fellowship
WHEN: Tuesday, April 2, 2024, from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
LOCATION: Faith and Life Centre, Brock University
In celebration of Brock Pride 2024, come listen to a special guest speaker, the Reverend Canon Dr. Penny Anderson, priest in the Anglican Church of Canada. She will share from her experience of being trans and a member of the clergy; she will discuss the intersections of faith and gender identity. The evening will include light refreshments, games, and yes, karaoke! Everyone is welcome to attend this queer positive event that celebrates who we are created to be.
March 19, 2024 - Self-Care Activity, Planting, and Game Night
WHEN: Tuesday, March 19, 2024, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
LOCATION: Rankin Family Pavilion Room 214/215, Brock University
Join Brock Pride on March 19th from 6-8 pm for a Game night, Succulent Planting, and Self–care activity event from the Gender & Sexual Violence(GSV) support team, in collaboration with SJC.
This event is part of Brock Pride Week 2024 celebration and aimed to create a safer space for 2S & LGBTQIA+ folks and allies to celebrate Queer joy and take a pause for some self-care activities.
November 20 - Pride Niagara Drag Party & Canada's Drag Race Viewing
WHEN: Thursday, November 20, 2025, from 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm
WHERE: The Exchange, 5943 Sylvia Pl., Niagara Falls
Join Pride Niagara for a fantastic night filled with fabulous entertainment, drag, music and dancing! Enjoy an exciting viewing of Canada's Drag Race's Season 6 Premier Episode! Showtime is 9 pm and doors open at 8 pm, bar will be open throughout the event serving local craft beers, wines, spirits, and cocktails! This is a 19+ event.
- Spotlight performances by some of your favourite Niagara drag performers!
- Special guest - Canada's Drag Race Star EBONI LA'BELLE
- Fabulous post viewing Q&A session
- A fierce meet & greet with photo ops
Established in 2010 Pride Niagara is a celebration of Niagara Region's sexual and gender diverse community and its supporters. Pride Niagara Celebrating our 2SLGBTQ+ heritage and building traditions together.
Age Restriction: 19+ Event
VIP Lounge Seating: $20 online ($25 at door)
General Admission: $10 online ($15 at door)
Taxes and fees additional. FREE PARKING.
November 6, 2025 - Weave The Rainbow
WHEN: November 6, 2025, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
WHERE: Market Hall, Brock University
QCommons in collaboration with Student Wellness and Accessibility Centre (SWAC), President’s Advisory Committee on Human Rights, Equity, and Decolonization(PACHRED), and Human Rights and Equity (HRE) bring you the: Community Building Weaving Project:
- ALL WELCOME! Come join us in creating a vibrant, collaborative rainbow tapestry to celebrate and support the 2SLGBTQIA+ community on campus.
- NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! Come by yourself or bring a friend. Stop by for a few mins or stay for a while. It’s easy and fun and we’ll be on site to show you how.
- INFORMATION! Throughout the event, campus and community partners will be on-site to share information about resources, supports, and opportunities available to queer students and allies.
- PIZZA!
This will be a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space for all. Stop by to weave, connect and help us strengthen the fabric of our community!
October 21, 2025 - Loud and Proud @ the HUB
WHEN: October 21, 2025, from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
WHERE: Thistle Complex Room 134, Brock University
OPENING DAY for: Loud and Proud @ the HUB
Don’t miss our Opening Night! Kick things off with us at our launch on Tuesday October 21st — from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm we will have a ribbon cutting, snacks, and space to connect with community partners as we celebrate the beginning of this new initiative at the Wellness HUB.
April 4, 2025 - Pride Prom
WHEN: Friday, April 4, 2025, from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
WHERE: Faith and Life Centre, Brock University
Brock Pride is wrapping up Pride Week and the winter semester with a Pride Prom! Join us in your most queer, rainbow, semi-formal attire, for a dinner, dance, and karaoke! Bring a date or just have some fun with friends at Rainbow Prom, at the Faith and Life Center on Friday April 4 from 6-10pm. RSVP on here to secure your spot. Tickets are $20 or pay what you can. Pay at the door or at a Pride club meeting. This event is open to Brock students, who may invite non-students as a guest. Limited spots available.
March 29, 2025 - 2025 Niagara Social Justice Forum - Art as Resistance: The Veins of Intersectionality
WHEN: Saturday, March 4, 2025, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
WHERE: Marilyn I. Walker School of Fine and Performing Arts, Brock University
The students of the MA in Social Justice and Equity Studies 24/25 cohort invite the community to the 2025 Niagara Social Justice Forum! Art as Resistance: The Veins of Intersectionality is a daylong event taking place at the Marilyn I. Walker School in downtown St. Catharines.
It is dedicated to exploring the power of art as a tool for solidarity, resistance, and community building. Through various workshops with artists like Joseph B'atz' Recinos and community partners such as Brock OPIRG, Bridges Niagara and Willow Arts Community, the forum will highlight how different artistic mediums can serve as vehicles for expressive activism and collective liberation.
March 26, 2025 - Queering Consent Workshop
WHEN: Wednesday, March 26, 2025, from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
WHERE: Online (link on ExpereinceBU)
Join us for an interactive workshop using role-playing scenarios and consent building exercises on understanding consent within the context of diverse 2SLGBTQIA+ identities and relationships, emphasizing communication and boundaries. This is an open and non-judgmental space with facilitators from our local 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
March 25, 2025 - Queer Care: A Guide to Personal Wellness
WHEN: Tuesday, March 26, 2025, from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
LOCATION: Thistle Complex Room 249, Brock University
Your body, your health, your journey. Join us for a gender informed workshop where we explore puberty, mental health, and self-care through an inclusive lens. Whether you’re navigating personal changes, supporting friends, or just want to learn more, this session is a judgement free space to ask questions and gain practical insights.
What We’ll Cover:
- Understanding gender and personal health
- Navigating puberty and gender-affirming care
- Mental health strategies for gender-diverse students
- Building a supportive and inclusive community
December 6, 2024 - Brock Pride Club Holiday Party
WHEN: Friday, December 6, 2024, from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
LOCATION: Marilyn I. Walker School of Fine and Performing Arts Lobby, Brock University
Join us for a fun, holiday themed party to celebrate the end of the semester! We will have snacks, play games, and make crafts!
November 20, 2024 - Transgender Day of Remembrance
WHEN: Wednesday, November 20, 2024, from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
LOCATION: Saint George's Anglican Church
Brock Pride will be co-hosting a Vigil for Transgender Day of Remembrance in collaboration with the Anglican Diocese of Canada and Brock Student Life and Success.
April 4, 2024 - Art Speaks x Imagining Queer Futures
WHEN: Thursday, April 4, 2024, from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
LOCATION: Rankin Family Pavilion Atrium, Brock University
Art Speaks, is an annual art exhibit hosted by Brock's Human Rights & Equity office that promotes artwork as a vehicle for discussing human rights related issues. The 2024 topic is Ripples of Impact: Weaving Stories of Diversity. The intent of this theme is to highlight stories of resilience from diverse perspectives amplifying the ripple effects of positive change. All selected pieces of poetry, visual, audio, or physical arts will be featured during our showcase on April 4th 1pm-5pm EST in the Rankin Family Pavilion Atrium.
In this collaborative event, we also invite you to create what queer futures may look like to you using any medium that calls to you! Supplies will be provided!
March 27, 2024 - Pride Social and Vendor Fair
WHEN: Wednesday, March 27, 2024, from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
LOCATION: Pond Inlet, Brock University
Join the Student Justice Centre, Gender & Sexual Violence Support & Prevention team the Brock Pride Club for our Pride Social and Vendor Fair! At this event, there will be a wide range of activities and entertainment, such as the Community Fair with local and national 2S&LGBTQ+ organizations, food, music, and games. Also, come and meet our wonderful Women & 2S&LGBTQIA+ vendors at Pond Inlet. This event is funded and brought to you by the Student Justice Centre for Brock Pride Week 2024.
March 5, 2024 - Pride Therapy Dogs
WHEN: Tuesday, March 5, 2024, from 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Kenmore Lounge, Brock University
As part of Wellness Week Brock Pride is hosting Therapy Dogs. Open to the Brock queer community and friends.