Monday, June 23

betty bijou's birthday bonanza 10:30 pm. Trax V, 529 Yonge. 416-963-5196.

black eagle barbecue Featuring a Leather Pride contest. 4-8 pm, contest 11 pm. 457 Church. 416-413-1219.

elaine stritch Actor Stritch performs songs and stories at a Pride Toronto fundraiser. To Jun 28, 8 pm. $79-$125. Elgin Theatre, 189 Yonge. 416-533-7710 ext 223.

georgie girl's birthday show She's foul, foul and hilarious. Woody's, 467 Church. 416-972-0887.

it's official The rainbow flag is raised to open Pride Week. 12:30 pm. Nathan Phillips Square, Queen and Bay. 416-92-PRIDE.

maliboobs Wet T-shirt contest. 10:30 pm. Crews & Tango, 508 Church. 416-972-1662.

volunteer meet & greet Pride Week volunteers meet and mingle with other volunteers before the big weekend. 9 pm. Free. Looking Glass, 582 Church. www.pridetoronto.com