Thursday, February 1
Tonight, is the monthly Pride Skate (first Thursday of the month) at Xtreme Action Park (5300 Powerline Road, Ft laud) from 7 to 10pm with the theme “LOVE SKATE,” where they invite you to come with your valentine or come and find your valentine. The night will star Velvet LeNore, Rianna Petrone, DJ T-pro, and a full liquor bar and lots of fun! Pride Skate Nights are a benefit for Stonewall Pride.
Friday, February 2
GroundUP Music Festival, named by The New York Times in its decade in review of the Arts as one of the “top 10 definitive moments of the decade” in music, and dubbed “the Art Basel of music” by Miami New Times, reveals an electrifying lineup for its eighth annual event, takes place today through February 4 at the iconic Miami Beach Bandshell. With a track record of orchestrating artistically fearless music experiences, the festival promises a diverse line-up of legendary performances, hands-on workshops, and memorable collaborations across genres and generations. Tickets are on sale now at groundupmusicfestival.com.
Florida’s Largest Home EXPO, the Fort Lauderdale Home Design and Remodeling Show takes place today through February 4 at the Broward County Convention Center. MEET Hundreds of Exhibitors! For more information or to purchase tickets, go to Homeshows.com.
Saturday, February 3
Charles Horton and the staff and management of Le Boy will be having a huge celebration for their 9th anniversary. Everyone gets a free wheel spin which features lots of prizes.
The Our Fund Foundation 5th Annual South Florida LGBTQ Philanthropy Awards takes place today with the reception from 5:30-6:30pm, Award Presentation from 6:30-7:00pm, and the Post-Reception from 7-8pm at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts in the Mary N. Porter Riverview Ballroom (201 SW 5th Ave. Fort Lauderdale). Tickets are $75 at https://ourfund.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/list/event?event_date_id=5521
The Jewish Federation of Broward County has partnered with Temple Kol Ami Emanu-El and the South Florida Symphony to create an unforgettable evening of music, unity, and philanthropy in support of Israel entitled “We Stand With Israel”. All proceeds from the concert benefit the Jewish Federation of Broward County’s Israel Emergency Fund. The IEF provides vital support from our community to the Israeli people, including Housing, food, and financial assistance; Emergency medical services and health care; Support for victims of terror and their families; Trauma relief and psychosocial support; Assistance for special populations, including Holocaust survivors and minorities; Respite and support for frontline communities. To purchase tickets, visit https://bit.ly/ticket-sfs. For more information on event sponsorships, visit https://bit.ly/sponsorship-sfs. If you are unable to attend the concert but want to donate in support of Israel, visit www.jewishbroward.org.
The entire community is invited to the 3rd Annual “The Cookout: A Black History Month Celebration” from 1-6pm at Mickel Park (2675 NW 7th Avenue, Wilton Manors). The event is free and also free is the food, the music, and the games with cash prizes for the spades and dominoes tournaments. For more information or to register, go to Hotspotsmagazine.com/the cookout.
Ramrod presents their monthly Pig Dance (first Sat of the month) with this months DJ Hukill from 10pm to 3am with no cover.
The Manor Complex presents MENERGY starring festival DJ, Producer and remixer, Paulo, in the main room, along with shows by TP Lords and décor and production. Noche Latina Saturdays inside The Ivy Dance Room and Patio presents Host Oscar Novva, special guest Opal Lords as well as DJ Duniel and Hot Go-Go Papi’s. Doors open at 11pm with NO COVER for Florida residents till midnight!
Sunday February 4
Stork’s Bakery features Francisco Sheuat (Mixed Medium…recycled Aluminum Cans) who’s art will be on display & for sale from today through March 3rd. Francisco is an award winning, and TV series Art-Loft featured artist, is a self-taught artist. He was also an artist-in-residence at the Fort Lauderdale Arts District – Fat Village for 12 years. Francisco currently has his art studio in Wilton Manors where he creates and exhibits his unique art. Francisco, is doing a meet and greet on Feb 9th from 6-8pm.
The Pride Center’s ongoing wellness and health initiatives presents the 8th Annual Rainbow 5K Run/Walk where runners will warm up at 7:15am courtesy of Challenge Fitness and take off at 7:30am. Participants will run throughout the beautiful 3.1 mile/5K course through the City of Fort Lauderdale’s Holiday Park (1150 G. Harold Martin Dr, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304). Registration admission is $45 for adults. The first 300 participants will receive a Pride Center Rainbow 5K Run t-shirt and a medal! Proceeds of this event support the vital services and programs of The Pride Center at Equality Park.
Monday, February 5
Miss Palm Beach Pride Pageant is at the Lake Worth Playhouse starting at 7 pm. Ticket prices are $15 and $20 at lakeworthplayhouse.org/limited-engagements/. Come out and cheer on your favorite queens as they compete for the crown as well as be there for the announcement of the first Mr. Palm Beach Pride.
Thursday, February 8
Pride Fort Lauderdale presents Pride Drag Queen Bingo starring TP Lords and London Adour at the Pride Center from 6:30pm to 9pm.For tickets go to Pridefortlauderdale.org/tickets.
Friday, February 9
National Pizza Day…so go out and have your favorite Pizza!
Twist presents A celebration of Life for community leader Mark Fernandes from 9-11pm.
Saturday, February 10
The 8th Annual Riverwalk’s Chili Cook-Off takes place today at Esplanade Park from 12 to 4pm. This is the chili cook-off where not only do the attendees get to sample the chili, but they are also the judges! The event is free to attend and there will be chilies of all kinds. The afternoon will be complete with live entertainment, vendors, and fun activities for the whole family to enjoy. The theme for this year’s event is “TAILGATE” so all of the competitors and attendees are encouraged to root for their favorite team. Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale is still accepting applications for competitors, teams can sign up at goriverwalk.com/Chili24 from vendors and competitors. Inquiries for vendors and sponsorship can be directed to Donisha Brockington at (954) 468-1541 extension 204 or at Events@GoRiverwalk.com.
Latinos Salud presents their Miami Gala entitled “The Reveal” where everyone who attends will get the first look at their new SW Miami office (8946 SW 40th St, Miami). Doors open at 6pm for VIP ticket holders with the first look, an open bar and meet and greet. At 7pm the outdoor party kicks off under the tents with passed hors d’oeuvres, drinks, and music. At 8pm is the grand welcome to the new SW location with a silent auction, video, and live performances. To purchase tickets, go to Gala.lsalud.org.
Spirit Song Church presents “Show Some Love” a Valentine’s celebration with a show dedicated to Songs of Love starring Nifa, Dezhon, and Tangela at 7pm at 2038 Dixie Highway, Wilton Manors. Tickets are $25 at Shop.cohss.org.
The Gamma Mu Foundation presents “Celebration,” a 3 day weekend in Fort Lauderdale with the main event today at Richardson Park from 6:30 to 10pm. Tickets are $150 at Gammamufoundation.org, and include a fun-filled evening with cocktails, buffet dinner, music, and outdoor entertainments surrounded by the beautiful gardens and nature preserve.
As part of Pride on the Drive festival The Manor Complex presents DJ Nina Flowers in the main room along with shows by TP Lords and décor and production. Noche Latina Saturdays inside The Ivy Dance Room and Patio presents the 30th anniversary of Erika Norell entertaining, along with Oscar Novva hosting and special guests and Hot Go-Go Papi’s. Doors open at 11pm with NO COVER for Florida residents till midnight!
Sunday Feb 11
It’s Super bowl Sunday and I am sure there are parties all over town, but the only one we know about at Press Time is Pub on the Drive’s “The Big Game,” where they invite you to watch the game all throughout the Pub. They will feature many specials including 5 wings for $7 and an appetizer platter for $25. In addition, they will feature a Chicken Wing eating contest during half time.
Pride Fort Lauderdale presents Bear Pride T-Dance & Pool Party at the Agustin Men’s Guesthouse. For tickets, go to Pridefortlauderdale.org/tickets.
Pride on the Drive 2024; Friday and Saturday, Feb 9 &10
Wilton Drive comes alive in celebration of Pride Fort Lauderdale. Enjoy the different activities happening in the Shoppes of Wilton Manors (Alibi’s and Hunter’s Parking lot) and throughout other areas on The Drive. Hunters and Alibi both have Outdoor stages. On Friday Hunters features Thunderpuss, and Alibi features the Carnaval Macho Stage. On Saturday, Hunters features recording Artist Kristine W and Alibi features Glowland Stage. Both of Alibi’s nights are sponsored by Andrew Chrisitan.
HOT Stuff
The 20th annual Miss and Mr. Noche Latina Pageant with an “EMERALD CITY” theme takes place at Lips – Fort Lauderdale on Monday, February 19 with doors opening at 8pm. The pageant will star the current Noche Court: Kimberly Venom and Joseph Thiels as well as the current reigning Miss and Mr. Florida Yeisa Jovovich and Bobby Iman as well as the Noche Latina Family. For more information, Sponsorship, or to purchase tickets call Scott at 954-478-4587.
This is HOT For Valentine’s – Rami Chocolates
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LOVE Heart -$29.69
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