For single, BIPOC, gay and queer men of color who are dog dads.  You must own a dog to attend. No exceptions.

Bloom Social Club presents

Off Leash.

A curated morning for single BIPOC gay and queer men of color — and their dogs.

Dog dads only · No exceptions

June 21, 2026 · Father’s Day  |  July 19, 2026 · Wattles Garden Park

Two moments · One summer

Choose Your Morning

Both exclusively for single BIPOC gay and queer dog dads. Intentional. Small on purpose.

Prelaunch · Intimate

First Off Leash

Ten dog dads. The founding morning. Invitation only.

DateSunday, June 21, 2026 — Father’s Day
Time8:00 AM – 10:30 AM
LocationTBD — confirmation coming soon
Capacity10 spots · invitation only
FormatStructured opening, intentional introductions, group photo at 10 AM

Single · BIPOC · Gay or queer man of color · Dog dad

$25 per person
Launch Event · July 19

Off Leash at Wattles

Twenty-five dog dads. The full morning. Open registration.

DateSunday, July 19, 2026
Time8:00 AM – 10:30 AM
LocationWattles Garden Park, 1824 N Curson Ave, Hollywood — upper lawn
Capacity25 spots · open registration
FormatWelcome by Noris, bingo to meet your people, lawn time, group photo at 10 AM, optional Runyon walk after

Single · BIPOC · Gay or queer man of color · Dog dad

$20 per person

Reserve your spot

Get Your Ticket

Prelaunch · June 21 · TBD

First Off Leash

10 spots · invitation only · Father’s Day

$25

Launch · July 19 · Wattles

Off Leash at Wattles

25 spots · open registration · full morning

$20

Who can attend: Single, BIPOC, gay or queer men of color who own a dog. Your dog does not need to be present at the event, but you must be a dog dad. Non-negotiable.

Early bird pricing ends Friday.

Get in touch

Partner Inquiry

Tell us about your brand. Noris responds within 48 hours.

Opens your email app pre-filled to noris@norisknows.com

Why this exists

The Story Behind Off Leash

“I kept building spaces for community while quietly wondering where my people were.”

My name is Noris Chavarría. I’m an executive coach, community builder, and the founder of Bloom Social Club — a curated gathering space for gay and queer men of color across California.

Off Leash came from a simple observation: the best conversations I’ve had as a single gay man of color in this city didn’t happen at events. They happened in parks. On walks. When someone’s dog walked up to my dog and we had no choice but to talk.

Dogs break the performance. They give you a reason to approach a stranger. They make everyone in the park a little more themselves.

This is for single BIPOC gay and queer dog dads who moved to LA and are still looking for their people. The men building something and doing it alone. The men who know what community is supposed to feel like and haven’t found it yet.

Off Leash is a Bloom Social Club event. Intentional. Curated. Small on purpose. Every man in that park is there because someone thought carefully about whether they belong in that room.

— Noris Chavarría · ICF PCC Certified Coach · Founder, Bloom Social Club
@yes.her.esther  ·  @bloomsocial.club

Questions

Frequently Asked

Who is this event for?
Single, BIPOC, gay and queer men of color who are dog dads. All criteria apply. Non-negotiable.
Do I need to bring my dog?
You must own a dog to attend. Your dog does not need to be present at the event, but dog ownership is required.
What does the morning look like?
Noris opens with a welcome and framing. Bingo card to spark introductions. Time on the lawn for real conversation. Group photo at 10:00 AM. Coffee and a morning spread on arrival. Optional Runyon Canyon walk after the July event.
Where is Wattles Garden Park?
1824 N Curson Ave, Hollywood, CA 90046. Upper lawn near the historic mansion. Enter from Curson Ave. Rideshare recommended on Sunday mornings.
What’s the difference between the two events?
June 21 is the founding morning — 10 people, invitation only, location TBD. July 19 is the full public launch — 25 people, open registration, Wattles Garden Park.
What is Bloom Social Club?
A curated community for gay and queer men of color running events across California cities. Off Leash is the summer outdoor edition. Follow us at @bloomsocial.club and learn more at norisknows.com.
What should I bring?
Comfortable shoes, sunscreen, water for you and your dog. Everything else is provided.

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