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One prominent example is Club Q, a virtual queer online rave founded by Brad Allen and his friends in Toronto. Starting as a casual Instagram video chat during the initial days of quarantine, the group sought ways to stay connected and bring joy to their community. They quickly discovered Zoom as a powerful platform, capable of hosting up to 1,000 participants simultaneously—a key feature for their expanding virtual gatherings.
Brad Allen describes how their spontaneous initial meetings evolved into a nightly event, with users receiving a unique login code to enter the virtual club from 9 PM to midnight Eastern Time. These sessions offer an interactive, inclusive space where attendees can dance, socialize, and express themselves freely—mirroring the vibrant atmosphere of physical clubs.