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While the sheer
number of large-scale dance events and circuit parties has declined
in recent years, there are still several "gatherings of
the tribe" that lure thousands of hotties. Here's a look
at some of the biggest events on tap for this coming year.
WINTER PARTY
Miami, FL Feb 28 - Mar 5
This long weekend of events includes fashion shows, cultural
events, and various entertainment offerings. DJ Joe Gauthreaux
guides the signature beach party event. www.winterparty.org
SYDNEY GAY &
LESBIAN
MARDI GRAS
Sydney, Australia Mar 1-2
"Brave New World" is the theme this year with the all-night
dance party featuring DJs Hex Hector & Paul Goodyear. The
closing "Homesexual" party features Offer Nissim.
www.mardigras.org.au
ELEVATION 2007
Mammoth Lakes, CA Mar 12-16
L.A.-based promoter Tom Whitman presents this high quality ski
& party weekend featuring DJs Brett Henrichsen & Roland
Belmares. Mammoth is known for great spring skiing and attracts
folks from all over the world. www.mammothgayski.com
JUNGLE 16
Houston, TX Mar 22
DJ Mark Anthony headlines this Easter weekend event that benefits
Houston area HIV/AIDS service providers. www.junglehouston.com
THE SAINT AT
LARGE 29th
BLACK PARTY
New York, NY Mar 29
Convened at Roseland Ballroom, Black Party is the ultimate leather
party with extravagant production numbers and demonstrations.
And of course there's the traditional morning music during the
final portion of the party that brings out smiles on the young
and old alike. www.saintatlarge.com
CHERRY
Washington, DC Apr 17-20
Back to its traditional spring date, Cherry features DJs Mark
Anthony, Peter Rauhofer, Oscar G, Alexander and Joe Bermudez.
www.cherryeventsdc.com
PURPLE PARTY
Dallas, TX Apr 18-20
Featured DJs for this Dallas-area AIDS/HIV fundraising weekend
include Roland Belmares, Joe Gauthreaux, Phil B. and Alyson Calagna.
www.dallaspurpleparty.org
WHITE PARTY PALM
SPRINGS
Palm Springs, CA Apr 1821
Jeffrey Sanker Entertainment present "Spring Break '08"
with Rosabel guiding the signature White Party. Other DJs include
Tracy Young, Tony Moran, Alexander, and Joe King also featured
during the weekend. www.jeffreysankerpresents.com
BLUE BALL WEEKEND
Philadelphia, PA April 30 May 4
Featured DJs for this Philadelphia-area LGBT fundraising event
include Manny Lehman, Kimberly S, and Billy Carroll. www.blueballphilly.com
DC BLACK
GAY PRIDE
Washington, DC May 2126
This is one of the oldest Black gay pride celebrations in the
U.S. and draws celebrants from all over the country for a weekend
of fun and games as well as social action. www.dcblackpride.org
GAY DAYS
Orlando, FL Jun 5-8
This largest annual gathering of gays and lesbians in the world
features the One Mighty Party dance events with DJs Tony Moran,
David Knapp, Abel, Don Bishop, and many more.
www.OneMightyWeekend.com | www.gaydays.com
SUMMER CAMP 4TH
OF JULY
Provincetown. MA Jul 1 5
Combined with all that Provincetown has to offer, this has become
a "can't miss" event and includes pier dances and party
cruises. www.davidflower.com
SAN DIEGO PRIDE
San Diego, CA Jul 20 - 22, 2007
This SoCal city's Pride events include the unique and legendary
party at the world-famous San Diego Zoo. www.sdpride.org
FOLSOM STREET
FAIR
San Francisco, CA Sep 27-28
The outdoor leatherfest attracts more than 400,000 people and
includes the Magnitude and Real Bad dance parties. www.folsomstreetevents.org
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BLACK AND BLUE
FESTIVAL
Montreal, Canada Oct 8-14
The Black & Blue Festival includes activities ranging from
art exhibits and movie screenings to athletic events. The highlight
is the main event dance party at Olympic Stadium. www.bbcm.org
HALLOWEEN 25
New Orleans, LA Oct 23-26
"Silver Party" is the 2008 theme for this annual party
that benefits Project Lazarus. www.halloweenneworleans.com
WHITE PARTY WEEK
Miami, FL Nov 26 Dec 1
This is the crown jewel of AIDS fundraisers and features the
White Party at Vizcaya Museum & Gardens. www.whiteparty.org
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