👻 🏳️🌈 Saturday, October 31st – HalloQueen Dance Party
Time & Location: 7:30 PM at the Nanaimo Curling Club, 106 Wall St., Nanaimo, BC
Tickets: $30 each ($35 at the door) - EARLY BIRD PRICING: The first 50 tickets will be available for $25
Overview: (19+) Get ready to haunt the dance floor! Nanaimo Pride is thrilled to present the ultimate Halloween party. Step into a spooky night filled with high-energy music from our live DJ, thrilling pop-up performances and non-stop dancing. Dust off your wildest, most creative costumes for a chance to win spectacular prizes, snap unforgettable memories with your crew at the photo booth, or take a quick breather to play a round of pool or darts. Whether you are bringing ghoulish glam, classic monster realness or something totally out of this world, come celebrate in a vibrant, safe and inclusive space.
This is a 19+ event with a licensed bar, but no one’s expected to drink to enjoy themselves. There will be plenty of water, non-alcoholic options, and quiet corners to take a break, regroup, or recharge. The Safe Space Crew will be on hand throughout the night to help you feel welcome and supported.
What this event is:
This is a 19+ indoor Pride dance held in a large event room, upstairs at the Nanaimo Curling Club. It includes a live DJ, with open dancing throughout the evening. Sound will be amplified and lighting will be dim with dynamic and colourful decorative lighting, but no strobes. It’s a high-energy environment with lots of movement and music, but there’s space to take breaks and step out if needed. There is a wheelchair-accessible photo booth service on site as well, at no charge.
Accessibility:
Mobility: Fully wheelchair-accessible venue with elevator access from ground level.
Seating: Low tables with chairs throughout the venue. Reserved accessibility seating available upon request. Companion seating is also accommodated. Please email
[email protected] to arrange.
Restrooms: Gender-inclusive multi-stall washrooms and a wheelchair accessible washroom.
Parking and Transit: There is onsite parking. Bus route 30 will bring you closest to the event. Find more transit info here.
Other Services: Water and snacks will be available on-site. Coat racks. There is no interpretation or captioning at this event. There is no dedicated sensory support space, however, a quieter area is available.
Safe Space Commitment: This event upholds Nanaimo Pride's Safe Space Directive, ensuring a respectful and inclusive environment for all attendees. Safe Space Crew will be onsite to provide support if needed. Read the policy here: https://www.nanaimopride.ca/safe-space-policy
Sensory Notes: Loud music and dynamic lighting (no strobes or smoke machines); 200 attendees expected. A quieter area is available and you are able to go outside as needed.
COVID-19 Considerations: Hand sanitizing stations are available. Mask wearing is encouraged, and we fully support all attendees who choose to wear one. If you would like us to set aside specific space or tables to help you feel more comfortable, please reach out to us in advance at
[email protected].
Questions? Requests? Reach us at
[email protected]
