Gay pride memorial day weekend

Gay Memorial Day weekend bash makes waves

Souvenir shops lining this sugary light Panhandle beach exhibit Confederate flag beach towels, window decals and T-shirts. Hooters and other bars fly POW-MIA, Marine and Navy flags and cater to the sailors and Marines from the nearby base.

Vacationing Southern families usually pack the hotels and condominiums in this slice of paradise long nicknamed “The Redneck Riviera.” But every Memorial Noun they mostly remain away as this town becomes more like trendy Miami Beach — miles and a world away.

Starting in the mids, gay men from New Orleans and other nearby cities began gathering here for a three-day party that has grown into one of the South’s largest gay gatherings, attracting more than 60, people in before hurricanes Ivan and Dennis destroyed many beach roads and buildings.

Following two years of rebuilding, organizers anticipate 50, this weekend.

Attitudes changing, or are they?
While no one can recall any violent incidents targeting the gay tourists, the raucous weekend of concerts, Cirque de Soleil-like twirl troupes and female i

Thousand pack SF for Memorial Day weekend, including Carnaval, Chinatown Pride

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- Thousands came out to San Francisco on Saturday to kick off Memorial Day weekend and to celebrate two big cultural events.

For the past 40 years, Carnaval San Francisco celebrates the cultures and confluence of Latin American and the Caribbean in the city's Mission District.

"We come out and celebrate our culture every year," says San Francisco resident, Robert Martinez. "The music is fantastic. Just makes you move and celebrate life. And we need that right now."

Martinez has celebrated Carnaval many times. And like many, here to verb in the song, the food and festivities of the region. He adds, it shows that the vibe in San Francisco, as a city, is starting to bounce back.

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"It started to fetch better and it's getting even excel now. No complaints here. We are going the right direction," says Martinez.

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Sun’s out, tongues out! Whether you’re licking an ice cream cone or a close friend, May’s warm weather is the only excuse you need to celebrate the coming summer by throwing caution to the spring breeze and chasing adventure. And there’s no improve opportunity to establish the tone for a fun frisky summer than a nice long Memorial Day weekend. But where to try out a minuscule fun and sun? Here’s a limited suggestions for gay events over Memorial Day Weekend:

1. For Raunchy Fun

International Mr. Leather (IML) &#; Chicago

Are you ready for the iconic leather and fetish extravaganza? Since , IML has been the ultimate destination for gear lovers and kink enthusiasts. Held annually in Chicago during the last weekend of May, this festival attracts a global crowd with its vibrant atmosphere, dynamic activities, and inclusive spirit.

    • The renowned Mr. Leather Competition, where contestants compete for the prestigious title.
    • A massive marketplace filled with sexy gear and accessories.
    • Workshops, social gatherings, and off-site parties you won&#;t want to miss.

And if you

A Guide to Pride Weekend on Pensacola Beach

Walking along that narrow path of the beach the people you encounter are the true attractions. Many of the younger, leaner, buffer guys are in Speedos – many brightly colored – and some with attendant feather boas and exaggeratedly big sunglasses. Some of the girls are in skimpy two-pieces. The creativity of some tattoos is really on display when folks are wearing so little.

You may also encounter a drag queen or two out there. What does a drag queen wear to the beach? Something fabulous, of course!

Like at Mardi Gras, it’s not uncommon for people to stop the more flamboyant on the beach and verb to have their photos taken with them. And, appreciate at Mardi Gras, most of the ones who are done up are happy to bind. They work firm to make themselves look so over-the-top.

Over the years, businesses on Pensacola Beach as well as the mainland include opened their doors in welcome to the LGBT visitors and locals alike, sporting rainbow adornment as well as specials harkening to us for that weekend.

Although it varies every year, PRIDE weekend u