Opening Ceremony Info

Visual Transcript

A white background appears with the black DQMO Twin Cities 2026 logo and signature splatter effect on the right.

The video begins at the entrance of the Hyatt Regency Minneapolis. The footage is sped up 4× as the camera walks through the lobby and down the hallway. Several people, including DQMO committee members, are seen walking together toward the elevators and escalators.

The camera continues up the escalator, down the second-floor hallway, and arrives at the NorthStar room doors, where the Opening Ceremony will be held.

The next slide shows an example photo of the NorthStar room.

The video transitions to Heath standing inside the room.

Heath is a white man with brown hair and a light goatee. He wears a black tank top with DEAF VIBE in gold lettering across the front.

Heath:

"Hello! I'm Heath.

Welcome to DQMO Twin Cities 2026!

In the video, you followed us to the second floor, where you'll find the NorthStar room right behind me. This is where we'll host our Opening Ceremony.

Registration will be just outside the room. That's where you'll check in, pick up your event shirt and welcome materials, then head inside to meet everyone and kick off an amazing week together.

We'll have a delicious poutine bar with lots of topping choices, including vegetarian options, so there will be something for everyone. There will also be a cash bar available.

During the Opening Ceremony, you'll hear from our guest speakers and learn everything you need to know about the exciting week ahead.

We can't wait to welcome you on the very first night of DQMO. Come join us!"

The video ends with a purple background featuring a shirtless man signing ILY. White text reads:

DEAF QUEER MEN ONLY
TWIN CITIES 2026