BlackOut.TO: Common Unity - A Black LGBTQ+ Mixer

About BlackOut.TO

BlackOut.TO is a community hub for LGBTQ+ folks from the Black, African, and Caribbean diaspora in Toronto and the GTA — and beyond, through our digital space.

It’s where you’ll find resources, people, and events made for us.

Make friends. Locate information. Discover opportunities. It’s all here.

Our motto: Better Together.

Our community may be lickle, but it ‘trong yuh rass! 😆

We’re here to show Toronto how powerful we are when we unite to create, heal, and innovate.

🗓 Event Details

📅 Date: Thursday, December 11th

⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

📍 Location: Bampot House, 201 Harbord St, Toronto, M5S 1H6

Entry Fee: $10 (includes 1 Bampot drink: regular tea pot, can of beer, 5oz wine, or bar rail)

💬 Doors open at 6 PM — arrive on time to enjoy the full experience and connect from the start!

🖤 🌈 For Us, By Us

This event is intentionally for Black LGBTQ+ attendees only.

Allies, we love you — but we ask that you respect this space and the comfort of attendees by not attending.

There aren’t many public spaces for Black LGBTQ+ people. Too often, we’re left feeling unseen or made to shrink, assimilate, or hide parts of ourselves. BlackOut.TO flips that script. It’s a space to connect through culture, celebrate one another, and fully embrace every part of who we are without compromise.

Community Guidelines

We do not tolerate transphobia, misogynoir, fatphobia, body shaming, ableism, or any form of discrimination or hate.

Every letter in LGBTQ(+) is celebrated here, with strong support and upliftment for TGNCNB folks within our diaspora.

Accessibility & Community Care

Venue Accessibility: There are a few steps at the entrance (ramp available, may not fully meet wheelchair-grade standards). Inside is one level; washroom near the bar is gender-neutral.

Sound & Environment: Soft music before and after event; noise minimized during group activities.

Support Persons: Attending with a support person? Email YmxhY2tvdXRjb21tdW5pdHl0byB8IGdtYWlsICEgY29t to add them to the guest list — their ticket is included with yours.

Social & Sensory Supports: You’re welcome to take breaks anytime without explanation. Fidgets and sensory aids will be available. Return when you’re ready — no pressure.

Need something else? We’ll do our best to support accessibility and affordability needs. Reach out.

Info: Grab your drink ticket, find a seat, and settle in. Soft tunes set a welcoming vibe.

Info: Say hi! Meet the folks behind BlackOut.TO and get the run-down on the evening.

Info: A light, fun activity to get people talking, laughing, and relaxed.

Info: A collaborative exercise designed to spark conversation, connection, and creativity.

Info: Chat, sip, snack, and mingle — meet new friends, potential collaborators, and more.

Info: Win prizes, snag a gift bag, and share in the excitement!

Info: Reflect, share a takeaway, and leave with something meaningful — plus info on future BlackOut.TO events.