Nightshade Halifax

Nightshade Halifax describes itself as “a series of kinky themed costume parties” that happen periodically in Halifax, Nova Scotia, for people who want to “learn, explore and meet other open minded people.” The club says it has thrown parties since a launch party in February 2013. Current parties take over a third-floor ballroom at the Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel. A dungeon corner holds heavy-duty bondage furniture, with Dungeon Masters and Monitors who can instruct or lend a hand and keep everyone safe. DJs run the sound system for the dance floor, and a cash-only bar and a coat check are on hand. Event themes include Kinky Colours (with a body painting station), Kinky Halloween, Wasteland and a New Year's Eve party. Guests must be 19 or older with valid government identification, and tickets are sold online in advance, with limited door tickets if any remain. There is no dress code, but costumes or alternative wear are strongly suggested, with black clothing as the fallback, and public decency rules apply. A no-camera rule applies apart from event photographers, and complaints against a guest may lead to a ban from future events.