island...Winter Parties...are big deals in the g/l community...no fluff there...don't forget it's a network primarily for the gay community...they love these parties..I think there's one coming up in Palm Springs too..
Miami Heats Up For 12th Annual Winter Party™ Festival
The 2005 Winter Party™ Festival presented by Midori, March 2 - 7, will feature a six-day whirlwind celebration of social and cultural events benefiting the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community. More than 10,000 people from all over the world are expected to attend the festivities. This year's lineup features many of the party favorites, along with some new and exciting events, including dining, art, film and comedy, as well as a scenic boat tour.
Official Winter Party™ Festival events are held at several of the hottest nightclubs, hotels, restaurants, museums and venues in South Beach, making the event an attractive destination for all. A cultural pass will be offered in addition to the always sold-out dance pass.
The DJ roster reads like a "Who's Who" of formidable spin talent - Abel, Phil B, Roland Belmares, Joe Gauthreaux, Kris Kono, Manny Lehman, Tony Moran, Lydia Prim and Peter Rauhofer - are among those confirmed so far.
Tickets may be purchased online at www.winterparty.com beginning December 10. The most economical way to attend Winter Party™ Festival is by purchasing one of the six event passes, which are conveniently priced to save up to $295.
"It's an amazing party - sand, surf, sun - and a world-class fundraising event that continues to grow in strength and visibility," said Charles Robbins, Director of Development for the Task Force. "We've added an array of cultural events that will appeal to a wider range of partygoers."
The main event will be held on Sunday, March 6 amid the stunning backdrop of South Beach. A large dance floor, complete with DJ booth, stage and refreshment tents, is installed for this world-renowned celebration.
Produced by the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force, two-thirds of the proceeds from the Winter Party™ Festival will be distributed to the South Florida LGBT community through a granting program administered by the Dade Community Foundation. The remaining one-third of the proceeds will benefit the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force. Founded in 1973, the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force was the first national LGBT civil rights and advocacy organization and remains the movement's leading voice for freedom, justice and equality.
Details about the festival may be found at www.winterparty.com