New Year's Eve with LGBTQ2S+ Strangers and New Friends
Tickets
| Tier | Includes | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tickets | $12.19 | Get tickets |
Prices in CAD as last checked on 1 Nov 2026; the seller's fees may apply. You'll buy on Eventbrite's site.
“A gentle, inclusive way to start the night, ideal if you're solo or new in town and want company before midnight.” — clubZone NYE editors
About this party
Not everyone wants a packed club on December 31. This low-key gathering at The Lodge on Church Street, hosted by O'Grady's on Church, is set up for LGBTQ2S+ people who want to spend the night meeting new people in a calm, cozy room. It runs from 9 to 11:30 pm, so it ends before midnight. That makes it a good warm-up: make some new friends, then head out together to a party in the Village, or go home early with no regrets. Tickets are about $12 including fees, among the cheapest paid tickets in the city that night. The focus is conversation and connection, not a DJ set, which makes it a comfortable choice if you're new to Toronto, coming solo or simply not a big-club person. Church-Wellesley is the city's most walkable nightlife strip on New Year's Eve, and Wellesley station is a block away for the trip home.
Venue & getting there
The Lodge
518a Church St, Toronto, ON M4Y 2C8
Church-Wellesley Village, Toronto
Plan your ride home before you head out. Check the TTC and GO Transit's New Year's Eve service plan: late or extra service is often announced in December. Book a taxi or rideshare early, because demand peaks right after midnight, and never drink and drive.
FAQ
Does it go past midnight?
No. The gathering runs from 9 to 11:30 pm, leaving time to head to a midnight party nearby.
How much does it cost?
About $12.19 including fees.
What's the vibe?
Calm and social, focused on meeting new LGBTQ2S+ friends rather than dancing.
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