Does anybody else feel like there’s a million and seven things going on the week of NYC Pride? Deciding exactly what to do can be a daunting task, especially when coordinating with friends. Well, hopefully, this list of events will help you navigate the happenings of the week.
Monday 6/20
‘Out’ Our Voices! A Benefit for the Ali Forney Center
7PM-10PM
Stonewall Inn – 53 Christopher St.
An exhibit of photography and coming-out stories. Models include Amanda Lepore, Michael Lucas and Lady Bunny.
Suggested Donation: $10
Thursday 6/24
Forbidden Pleasures Art Exhibit
6PM-3AM
The Center – 208 w 13th St, room 410
“A night dedicated to the aesthetics of hedonism.”
Suggested Donation: $10 (benefits M*shp - Men's Sexual Health Project)
dot429 Pride New York
8PM-Midnight
Hotel Rivington – 107 Rivington St.
A gay professional networking rooftop party with an open Blue Angel vodka bar.
Tickets: $45 in advance, $50 at the door, $125 VIP dinner + Gilt City gift bag http://dot429.com/events/pride-new-york/
Friday, 6/24
Pride Fur (Furball)
7PM-1AM
The Center – 208 West 13th Street
“Pride Fur is the ultimate fur attack! Hot go-go bears, cheap beer, bear art, hangin’ with furry bears with all that warm, warm fur...and over 700 furry friends...Could you ask for anything more!”
Cover: $10
WORK! The Cruise
8PM-Midnight
Circle Cruise Lines – Pier 83 @ 42nd St.
“A cruise around the Hudson River from 9pm-midnite with the pumping sounds of Mexican DJ sensation Alex Acosta and New York's own Eddie Martinez.”
Tickets: $45 in advance, $60 at the door http://www.wantickets.com/Events/ShowEvent.aspx?eventId=90797
Daniel Nardicio Presents Buck
10PM-4AM
Rock Bar - 185 Christopher St. (@ West Side Hwy)
“Buck is DN's Jr Underwear Party! 35 and under only. 6 all jockstrap-or-less Buck dancers. Mandatory underwear.”
Cover: $25, $15 under 28 or in a jock strap
Habibi – Pride 2011
11PM-4AM
Vlada Lounge, upper level - 331 w.51 St. b/t 8th & 9th Ave.
“Vodka fusions open bar at 11:30 until midnight • IZ spinning special gay pride dance mix • Male dancers •Bellydance performance”
Cover: $15 before midnight, $20 after
Blowoff NYC – Heritage of Pride Friday
Highline Ballroom – 431 West 16th Street
“Rock and electronic musicians Richard Morel and Bob Mould host and DJ BLOWOFF, featuring their signature mix of indie rock, electro and house.”
Tickets: $20 (advanced tickets strongly suggested) http://www.ticketweb.com/t3/sale/SaleEventDetail?dispatch=loadSelectionData&eventId=3463195
Saturday, 6/25
NYC Dyke March
Noon
Start: 42nd St & 5th Ave.
“It's the time to hit the streets! Make some noise. Be visible. Be heard. Demonstrate, agitate, liberate! Bring signs, banners, drums, giant puppets, flags, hula hoops, or just be there!”
Free.
Rafferty/Mazur Events’ VIP Pride Rooftop Party
2PM-8PM
Hudson Terrace - 621 W 46th St.
“Hot boys, Wet Underwear Contests, Pools, Squirt Guns, and more.... If you've been to Griffin Sundays or KINGs at Juliet, you know what to expect.”
Tickets: $30 in advance, pre-sale SOLD OUT, $50 at the door.
Rapture on the River: A Women’s Dance
3PM-11PM
Pier 54 – 13th St @ West Side Hwy
“Afternoon festivities will feature a number of fantastic comedians as well as a Happy Hour from 3:00-4:00 featuring 2-for-1 drinks! In evening, we’ll switch into full party mode with an awesome DJ line up to keep your hips shakin’.”
Tickets: $25 in advance, $30 at the door, $75 VIP (includes open bar & admission to the Pier Pressure after-party) https://www.boxofficetickets.com/go/event?id=142465&webWrapNC=1
MBNY Bear Pride Cruise
5:30PM-10PM
Pier 40 – West Side Highway and Houston Street
“It is that time of year again! Come get your Bear Pride on as we cruise around NYC aboard the Star of Palm Beach with New York Metro's hottest and friendliest MEN! 1 hour OPEN BAR (Bear, Soda, Wine) AND Dinner Buffet included!”
Pride Muscle Bear Sea Tea w/ DJ Corey Craig
6PM-10PM
Pier 40 – West Side Hwy @ Houston St.
“PRIDE 2011 GETS OFF..... TO A BEEFY START! 400 of the sexiest MUSCLE BEARS take over the QUEEN OF HEARTS for a summer cruise featuring an exclusive set from award winning DJ Corey Craig.”
Tickets: $25 in advance, $30 at the door (includes buffet dinner).
I… Amanda Lepore Live
6PM-9:30PM
“The premiere of Amanda Lepore's long awaited opus I.. .Amanda Lepore. With special guests...KAT DE LUNA, CAZWELL, NEON HITCH, THE ONES, DELUKA.”
Tickets: $20 in advance, $25 at the door, $30 VIP seating http://www.ticketweb.com/t3/sale/SaleEventDetail?dispatch=loadSelectionData&eventId=3615085
NYC Pride: Bondi Beach
6PM-Midnight
Governor’s Island (ferry leaves from Pier 11, South St b/t Wall St & Gouveneur Lane)
“Crazy production that will take you Down Under • Australian Legend & musical icon Olivia Newton-John live • Massive light & sound installation • Gigantic video wall like you've never experienced
Tickets: $80 til June 15, $99 General Admission, $200 VIP (open bar & preferred treatment) http://www.showclix.com/event/bondi
Celebrity Autobiography Gay Pride 2011 Edition
7:30PM
Gramercy Theatre – 127 e 23rd St.
“The cast for this special edition includes: Mario Cantone (Sex and the City), Rachel Dratch (Saturday Night Live), Sharon Gless (Queer As Folk, Cagney & Lacey, Burn Notice), Kristen Johnston (Third Rock From The Sun), Eugene Pack, Dayle Reyfel and Michael Urie (Ugly Betty).”
Tickets: $25, $32.50, $40, or $125 for VIP (includes a reception with the performers) https://www.ovationtix.com/trs/pe/9034205;jsessionid=7A464D9B6C5AFB4C7EAAD98BB01BD027
NYC's Official Pride Beach Dance Party *SIREN*
9PM-4AM
Water Taxi Beach at South Street Seaport – 89 South Street Pier 17 (Beer Garden)
“HENRIETTA HUDSON, SPICE NYC and SIR SABRINA present "SIREN". You will feel proud amongst an oasis of women from all over New York City and the world beyond!”
Tickets: $25 in advance, $30 at the door https://robot.boxofficetickets.com/800-494-TIXS/WebObjects/BOTx2005.woa/wa/inspectSubprogram?id=1036895&passKey=77a6d1db5d&webWrapNC=1
The Historic Return of Heaven (18+)
9PM-7AM
Heaven – 579 6th Ave (at 16th St)
"We're kicking off the return of this historic party space with an 18+ all-night dance party THIS Saturday! We're throwing a 2-hour $1 drinks special from 9-11PM. So get there early, and be WASTED by the time your dumb friends show up. DJ Steve Sidewalk spins all night!"
Cover: $20
Daniel Nardicio Presents a Night at the Playgirl Penthouse
9PM-7AM
Heaven – 579 6th Ave (at 16th St)
"We're kicking off the return of this historic party space with an 18+ all-night dance party THIS Saturday! We're throwing a 2-hour $1 drinks special from 9-11PM. So get there early, and be WASTED by the time your dumb friends show up. DJ Steve Sidewalk spins all night!"
Cover: $20
Daniel Nardicio Presents a Night at the Playgirl Penthouse
10PM-3AM
30 Lexington Ave (b/t 23rd & 24th St), 5th Floor
“DN turns this supersexy new duplex venue into an opulent version of the Playgirl mansion. With totally naked shotboys, dancers and a clothing optional policy, this party will prove to be the sexiest event of Gay Pride Weekend.”
Tickets: $40 in advance, $50 at the door https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/175144
WORK! Presents Pride 2011
10PM-10AM
Roseland Ballroom – 239 w 52nd St.
“"The Return Of the Superheroes" starring Superstar Deejays Offer Nissim & Peter Rauhofer. Opening Set by Eddie Martinez. Plus some not to be missed surprises....”
Tickets: $60 in advance, $100 at the door, $150 VIP (preferred treatment + 5 drink tickets) http://www.wantickets.com/Events/ShowEvent.aspx?eventId=85530
Sunday 6/26
The March
Noon
Start: 36th St & 5th Ave. Ends: Christopher St. & Greenwich St.
“To commemorate and celebrate the Stonewall Riots, our lives, and our community, the March Committee is planning an exciting event with colorful floats, music, and community groups. We look forward to seeing you there!”
Grand Marshalls: Dan Savage & Terry Miller (It Gets Better Project) and Rev. Pat Bumgardner (MCCNY Metropolitan Church)
Free.
PrideFest
11AM-7PM
Hudson St. b/t Abingdon Sq. and 14th St.
“PrideFest is the annual LGBT street fair. PrideFest seeks to bring together local residents and families, community leaders, and area business owners to celebrate in the street.”
Free.
Dance on the Pier
2PM-10:30PM
Pier 54 – 13th St @ West Side Hwy
“The Dance on the Pier was born out of a time when LGBT persons could not dance openly and proudly together. It is a protest set to music, a celebration set to the western skyline and a reminder of how far we've come.”
Tickets: $75 in advance, $125 at the door, $200VIP https://www.boxofficetickets.com/go/event?id=142435&webWrapNC=1
Gay Pride Cruise on the Queen of Hearts
6PM-10PM
Pier 40 – West Side Hwy @ Houston St.
Sea Tea hosts a Gay Pride cruise around the southern tip of Manhattan. Featuring DJ Robbie Leslie and Harmonica Sunbeam.
Tickets $30 in advance, $35 at the door http://gaypartycruise.com/schedule.php
Latin Pride Cruise on the Star of Palm Beach
6PM-10PM
Pier 40 – West Side Hwy @ Houston St.
Sea Tea and Club Atlantis host a Gay Pride cruise around the southern tip of Manhattan for Latin men and those who love them. Featuring DJ Israel, DJ Yayo, Laritza Dumont and Miss Club Atlantis.
Tickets: $30 at Club Atlantis (it always sells out!) 718-457-3939
(a little birdie told me there may be a few at this number: 212-675-2971 but you'll have to pick them up in person)
Heaven's GG20 After-Parade Pride Party (18+)
6PM-4AM
Heaven – 579 6th Ave (at 16th St)
Heaven's GG20 After-Parade Pride Party (18+)
6PM-4AM
Heaven – 579 6th Ave (at 16th St)
“The party doesn't stop this Sunday when the parade ends, boys! BoiParty.com and the Resurrected CLUB HEAVEN have an all-night 18+ event... Print this invite to get in for $5, and get ready to say bye-bye to Pride in the HOTTEST, NEWEST gay dance club in NYC!”
Cover: $5 w/ invite (you can also show the FB invite on your phone).
The Official Pier Dance After Party
10PM-4AM
The Griffin – 50 Gansevoort St.
“This is a benefit for NYC Pride – a large portion of the bar will be donated by Rafferty/Mazur events to NYC Pride.” Featuring DJ Corey Craig.
Free.
SUPERSNAXX 8: the unofficial after-pier dance party for the people
10:30PM-4AM
Highline Ballroom – 431 West 16th Street
“SUPERfun • SUPERfriendly • SUPERfurry •SUPERfoxxy”
Tickets: $20 in advance, $25 at the door
Whatever you do, have a happy and safe Gay Pride! Wear sunscreen and hydrate!
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