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TAMPA BAY GAY TV

9/2 -9/8/24
Here is WHAT'S UP THIS WEEK - Events: PRIDE Bowling at Dunedin Lanes w/ Midnight Drag Show feat: Jocelyn Summers, Dena Cass & Lady Janet, Comedian Jeff Klein's "Fatty Gay" special at the Commodore, METRO Community Events, Announcing your 2025 ComeOUT St Pete Royal Court, Re-cap of EPCOT's Int. Food & Wine Festival, join us this Halloween Season (HHN 33, Howl-O-Scream, SIR HENRY's Haunted Trail, UNDead in the Water VII, Spooky Empire), and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE


LOCAL EVENT

Every Tuesday in SEPTEMBER in The Fringe Theatre! 730pm. A variety mic hosted by Will & Brianna, with a fully operational theatre! Bring tracks, videos, request lighting, and more. Let's cross pollinate our communities and create new things! Welcoming comedy, music, spoken word, theatre and everything in between. Come watch or perform! Pay What You Can, 5 min limit, no fire, no glitter, BYO. Doors at 715pm! MORE INFO HERE!


LOCAL EVENT

PRIDE BOWLING NIGHT at Dunedin Lanes, Thursday, September 5, 2024, $12 admission includes Unlimited Cosmic Bowling (10pm-2am) includes shoes. Midnight DIVA Show featuring Jocelyn Summers, Dena Cass & Lady Janet! MORE INFO HERE
SPECIAL EVENT

LGBTQ+ Comedian Jeff Klein is shooting his first comedy special “Fatty Gay” at the Commodore Comedy Club Sept 8th and Sept 15th. Come join Jeff while his friends come perform and be a part of the live audience for his first filmed comedy special. GET TICKETS & INFO HERE
DIGITAL REPLAY

THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 8/29/24. This week: We were joined by Alexis De La Mer to chat about WMNF's Big Gay Bingo at Arkane Aleworks, her journey into drag bingos, The Big Gay media tour, all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay! Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


LOCAL EVENT


Found Family Collective: Grab a friend and join us for Tea & Trivia on Tuesday, September 19, 2024. "The Legand of Kora" Trivia Questions starting at 5pm. Prizes for first $40 cash, second $20 GC, and third place $10 GC from Kelisia! GET INFO & RSVP HERE


LOCAL NEWS


OUT Arts & Culture has announced three, $2000.00 Academic Scholarships for LGBTQ individuals residing/ working in Pinellas County, FL. BranchOUT Applications are open Through September 30, 2024. GET APPLICATION & INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT

BIG GAY BINGO Monday, September 16, 2024. Come help support 88.5 WMNF and The Big Gay Radio Show with a fun night of BIG GAY Bingo with Alexis De La Mer at COCKTAIL St Pete. We have PRIZES, 50/50 Raffle and 88.5 WMNF swag and more! Alexis drops her balls at 8:00 pm. GET ALL THE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


October 13, 2024
Closet Ball 2025
at Southern Nights Tampa: Honoring Alice Marie Gripp, Miss Closet Ball 2024. This is a drag competition, contests with the help of an assistant, transforms themselves into their alternate egos. Closet Ball is a competition that is fun for all involved. Registration is open for Contestants. GET MORE INFO HERE



LOCAL EVENT

TIGLFF's Monthly Film Series pick for September is "I CAN'T THINK STRAIGHT". Showing, Sunday, Septmber 15, 2024 at 3pm. Please join us at the Green Light Cimena for a great film, great time, and a great sense of community. In Person Event Only. GET TICKETS AND INFO HERE


SPECIAL EVENT


Howl-O-Scream
at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, celebrating its 25th Anniversary! Select nights from Sept. 6 - Nov. 2. Awaken your innermost fears and scream to the extreme at this parkwide experience. This year will feature Five Haunted Houses, Five NEW Scare Zones and NEW Entertainment Offerings. GET TICKETS & INFO HERE

SPECIAL EVENT

HHN 33 - The final countdown is on for Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights. Select nights August 30 through November 3, the world’s premier Halloween event is back with 10 eerily immersive haunted houses, terrifying scare zones, outrageous live entertainment. GET TICKETS & INFO HERE




SPECIAL EVENT

The WWII American Victory Ship is transforming at night into UNDead in the Water: At Close Quarters, Tampa’s premier nautical haunted attractionfor 14 Nights in September - November. The immersive experience features live scare actors and thrilling special effects throughout a heart-pounding journey aboard the ship. Tickets are available NOW. Note: Resevations are required. GET INFO HERE



SPECIAL EVENT

SIR HENRY'S HAUNTED TRAIL
Info Coming Soon

MISSING PERSON


Brian Klecha
missing since December 2017. Mother and friends are asking for help. $10,000.00 Reward for his Location. Brian's car and cell phone were found over three months after Brian went missing and that was linked to a man named "AJ". MORE INFO AND MISSING PERSONS FLYERS HERE
         


2024 Archive Stories:
TAMPA BAY GAY TV

8/26 -9/1/24
Here is WHAT'S UP THIS WEEK - Events: Big Gay Bingo w/ Alexis De La Mer at Arkane Aleworks for THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW & 88.5 WMNF, Tampa Fringe's Saturday School Fundraising Party, Comedian Jeff Klein's "Fatty Gay" special at the Commodore, The Gilded in Gold Event at Alomar Aesthetics & Wellness, join us at Universal Orlando's HHN 33, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE
    DIGITAL REPLAY

THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 8/22/24. This week:We were joined by Jeff Klein and Ross Yerger to talk about Jeff’s upcoming comedy special filming, Fatty Gay at The Commodore, Ross’ experience as a secret service agent, his current work as a radio host/podcaster, their stories all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay! Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


TAMPA BAY GAY TV


8/19 - 8/25/24
Here is WHAT'S UP THIS WEEK - Events: EPIC's Annual STRIKE OUT - Boot Scootin' Bowling at Dunedin Lanes, LGBTQ+ Comedian Jeff Klein's "Fatty Gay" special at the Commodore, Tampa Fringe's Saturday School Fundraising Party, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

LOCAL EVENT

SATURDAY SCHOOL
Get ready for an epic afternoon 8/31 where you can wander around "Fringe High" from 4-7pm, entertained by installations and experiences inspired by your high school days. We will have a bar and the VIP teacher's lounge . Visit the A/V room for some atmosphere from the past! Vote for class president! Find the easter eggs! Get sent to detention! GET TICKETS & INFO HERE



LOCAL EVENT


Join us for EPIC's 17th Annual STRIKE OUT! At Dunedin Lanes, on Saturday, August 24 form 6-9pm. This is the biggest fundraiser for the Summer. Come dressed in your BOOT SCOOTIN' Best! GET MORE INFO HERE



LOCAL EVENT


BIG GAY BINGO
Thursday
, August 29, 2024. Come help support 88.5 WMNF and The Big Gay Radio Show with a fun night of BIG GAY Bingo with Alexis De La Mer at ARKANE Aleworks in Largo. We have PRIZES, 50/50 Raffle and 88.5 WMNF swag and more! Alexis drops her balls at 7:00pm GET ALL THE INFO HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 8/22/24. This week:We were joined by Jeff Klein and Ross Yerger to talk about Jeff’s upcoming comedy special filming, Fatty Gay at The Commodore, Ross’ experience as a secret service agent, his current work as a radio host/podcaster, their stories all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay! Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


TAMPA BAY GAY TV


8/12 - 8/18/24
Here is WHAT'S UP THIS WEEK - Events: OUT Arts & Culture's BRANCH OUT Scholarship program, Alexis De La Mer's Golden Birthday Bash at CitySide Lounge, TIGLFF's Monthly Film Series showing "MOONLIGHT" at the Green Light Cinema, CL's Best of Bay Nominations for The Big Gay Radio Show & 88.5 WMNF, EPIC's 17th Annual STRIKE OUT, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


TIGLFF
's Monthly Series pick for August is "MOONLIGHT". Showing, Sunday, August 18, 2024 at 3pm & 6pm. Please join us at the Green Light Cimena for a great film, great time, and a great sense of community. In Person Event Only. GET TICKETS AND INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


Alexis De La Mer
's, Stay Golden, birthday bash at City Side Lounge. A "Golden Girls" themed Birthday Party with two shows and Special Guests: Stephanie Stuart & Russell Mania. There will be Cheesecake for the audience.
Contest, Prizes, and more. GET MORE INFO HERE

SPECIAL EVENT


Get Ready to Grill and Thrill at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay’s All-New Bourbon & BBQ Festival every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from July 19 through September 2. Featuring Smoky Flavors and Smooth Spirits, savor 12 new BBQ dishes and 25+ handcrafted cocktails . GET MENU & MORE INFO HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 8/15/24. This week: we continue our Behind the Bottom series, where hosts Bryan, Esme, Joanna and myself explore each others personal journeys. In this episode, we spotlight The Bodacious Bryan Hinkson, delving into his experience as a military child, his coming out journey, and his insights into all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay! Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


SPECIAL EVENT

Get Ready to Rise as Phoenix Rising Set to Open for Pass Members at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Starting on July 17 and Opening to All Guests on July 21   Annual Pass Members Unlock Early Access to Phoenix Rising starting July 17, and Guests Who Purchase an Annual Pass Today Will Be Among the First to Ride GET MORE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


Jobsite Theater Presents: Richard O'Brien's THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW is LIVE on stage in the Straz Center's Jaeb Theater Jul. 10 - Aug. 9 (EXTENDED SHOW). Tickets start as low as $24.50 but they're going fast! Don't dream it, be it! GET TICKETS & INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


Join us for EPIC's 17th Annual STRIKE OUT! At Pin Chasers Midtown, Saturday, August 10 from 6-9. Then At Dunedin Lanes, on Saturday, August 24 form 6-9pm. This is the biggest fundraiser for the Summer. Come dressed in your BOOT SCOOTIN' Best! GET MORE INFO HERE


DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 8/1/24. This week: We talked about our reactions to being nominated in CL's Best of the Bay, Donald Trump’s interview at the National Association of Black Journalists convention, what is a lesbian twink, and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay! Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 8/8/24. This week: We were able to discuss the story behind how Bryan and Esme joined together on The ESME Russell SHOW, how to handle rejection, Trans Creams and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay! Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


TAMPA BAY GAY TV

7/29 - 8/4/24
Here is WHAT'S UP THIS WEEK - Events: Tampa FRINGE Anything Goes Open Mic, Pride Bowling at Dunedin Lanes with Drag Show feat. Jocelyn Summers, Dena Cass, Rockell Blu & Hazel Embers Genevieve, Closet Ball 2025 at Southern Nights Tampa Honoring Alice Marie Gripp, the Re-Cap of Scary & Merry at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE
TAMPA BAY GAY TV

7/22 - 7/28/24
Here is WHAT'S UP THIS WEEK - Events: Found Family Collective's Tea & Trivia at Kaleisia Tea, Drag Queen Bingo w/ Georgia Moore at Tiki Tim's, Jobsite's "The Rocky Horror Show" extended dates, Grand Opening of Phoenix Rising & the New Bourbon & BBQ at Busch Gardens, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

LOCAL EVENT

Every Tuesday in July in The Fringe Theatre! 730pm. A variety mic hosted by Will & Brianna, with a fully operational theatre! Bring tracks, videos, request lighting, and more. Let's cross pollinate our communities and create new things! Welcoming comedy, music, spoken word, theatre and everything in between. Come watch or perform! Pay What You Can, 5 min limit, no fire, no glitter, BYO. Doors at 715pm! MORE INFO HERE!


LOCAL EVENT

PRIDE BOWLING NIGHT
at Dunedin Lanes, Thursday, August 1, 2024, $12 admission includes Unlimited Cosmic Bowling (10pm-2am) includes shoes. Midnight DIVA Show featuring Jocelyn Summers, Dena Cass, Rockell Blu & Hazel Embers Genevieve! MORE INFO HERE
DIGITAL REPLAY

THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 7/25/24. This week: we were able to talk about Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee, who will she choose to potentially be Vice President, what makes a good President/VP candidate and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay! Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE

TAMPA BAY GAY TV


7/15 - 7/21/24
Here is WHAT'S UP THIS WEEK - Events: TIGLFF's Monthly A-List Film Series at the Green Light Cinema, Metro - Transfeminine, Transmasculine, Bi/Gay Men's meet-up Social Groups, Youth Nights, Yoga, Paperback Exchange Bookstore, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE



LOCAL EVENT


TIGLFF's A-List Film Series pick for July is "Imagine Me & You". Showing, Sunday, July 21, 2024 at 3pm. Please join us at the Green Light Cimena for a great film, great time, and a great sense of community. In Person Event Only. GET TICKETS AND INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


Found Family Collective: Grab a friend and join us for Tea & Trivia on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. "FINDING NEMO" Trivia Questions starting at 5pm. Prizes for first $40 cash, second $20 GC, and third place $10 GC from Kelisia Tea Lounge! GET INFO & RSVP HERE

LOCAL EVENT


Found Family Collective:
Join us for Drag Queen Bingo at Tiki Tim's Pub & Grill in St Pete on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 with your host Georgia Moore and some great prizes. GET INFO & RSVP HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 7/18/24. This week: Paul Raker, President of Out Arts & Culture joins us! We were able to discuss their rebrand from Gulfport’s LGBTQIA+ Resource Center, the story behind their organization, the services they offer and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay! Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


TAMPA BAY GAY TV


7/8 - 7/14/24
Here is WHAT'S UP THIS WEEK - Events: Drag Queen Bingo w/ Alexis De La Mer for The Big Gay Radio Show & WMNF at COCKTAIL St Pete, FRINGE Theater's "Anything Goes Open Mic Tuesdays", Jobsite Theater Presents: The Rocky Horror Show, FREE HIV and STI Testing w/ Metro, SLAY Friday's w/ Rockell Blu at the Pro Shop Pub, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE



LOCAL EVENT


BIG GAY BINGO
Monday
, July 8, 2024. Come help support 88.5 WMNF and The Big Gay Radio Show with a fun night of BIG GAY Bingo with Alexis De La Mer at COCKTAIL St Pete. We have PRIZES, 50/50 Raffle and 88.5 WMNF swag and more! Alexis drops her balls at 8:30pm GET ALL THE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


SLAY FRIDAYS with the Birthday Girl, Rockell Blu and special guest Dane Decardeza. We will have Kaos Pupper behind the bar and DJ Hoof behind the music. Bring her all the jock straps (M or L) or wear yours and VADKA. Come celebrate her 45th birthday at Pro Shop Pub. GET MORE INFO HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 7/11/24. This week: David & Jason with Pageboy St. Pete joins us to talk about their business, their marriage and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay! Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 7/4/24. This week: Timothy Keough (Rick O'Shea) joins us! We were able to talk about their story as a performer and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay! Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


TAMPA BAY GAY TV


6/24 - 6/30/24
Here is WHAT'S UP THIS WEEK - Events: Drag Queen Bingo w/ Alexis De La Mer for The Big Gay Radio Show & WMNF at CLICHE in Dunedin, Pride Bowling - Dunedin Pride Ed. & show w/ Jocelyn Summers, Dena Cass & Lady Janet, OUT Arts & Culture's SPEAK OUT Dialogues at Gulfport Library, Found Family Collective's Friday Night Mic at the Corner Club, St Pete Pride's Transtastic & Generations of Pride, PRIDE Recap, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE



SPECIAL EVENT


St Pete Pride 2024
There are 14 events over the month of June. FREE events, Family events 6/8, Concerts 6/21, Parade 6/22, Street Festival 6/23 and so much more. Come Celebrate the Rainbow Revolution. GET TICKETS & MORE INFO

LOCAL EVENT


BIG GAY BINGO
Tuesday, June 25, 2024. Come help support 88.5 WMNF and The Big Gay Radio Show with a fun night of BIG GAY Bingo with Alexis De La Mer at CLICHE Restaurant in Dunedin. PRIZES, 50/50 Raffle and 88.5 WMNF swag and more! Alexis drops her balls at 7:00pm GET ALL THE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


PRIDE BOWLING NIGHT Special Dunedin Pride Edition at Dunedin Lanes, Thursday, June 27, 2024, $12 admission includes Unlimited Cosmic Bowling (10pm-2am) includes shoes. Midnight DIVA Show featuring Jocelyn Summers, Dena Cass & Lady Janet! MORE INFO HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 6/27/24. This week: Delores T. Van-Cartier joins us to talk about Clichè Restaurant Bar & Grill and for creating such an amazing venue! We were able to talk about the story behind the restaurant, WMNF’s most recent Big Gay Bingo and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay! Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


TAMPA BAY GAY TV


6/17 - 6/23/24
Here is WHAT'S UP THIS WEEK - Events: St Pete Pride - Friday Night Concert w/ Sasha Colby at Jannus LIVE, Saturday is The Street Parade, Trans March, and Saucy Santana on the Main Stage, GET NUDE 3, then Sunday is The Street Fair, METRO support Group meetings, Youth Nights, community Yoga, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE


LOCAL EVENT


SPEAK OUT 2024
June 27, 2024 - OUT Arts & Culture. Join us for a dialogue on the Intersections of LGBTQ Identity and ART at the Gulfport Library and on ZOOM, 7-830p. And then stay to watch the Presidential debate! Free tickets available. GET MORE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


Join us at Corner Club on Friday, June 28, 2024 at 7pm for Found Family Collective’s queer-focused Friday Night Mic. All are welcome to share in this Queer experience. GET INFO & RSVP HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 6/20/24. This week: ST PETE PRIDE 2024, Movies, other topics and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay! Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 6/13/24. This week: Nathan Kuipers joins us to talk about his run for State House District 65. We were also able to talk about their story, why they chose to get into politics and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay! Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


TAMPA BAY GAY TV


6/3 - 6/9/24
Here is WHAT'S UP THIS WEEK - Events: Tampa FRINGE Festival w/ Free Preview Night, PRIDE Bowling 15th Anniversary at Dunedin Lanes (show feat. Jocelyn Summers, Dena Cass, Brianna Summers & Esme Russell), St Pete Pride Stonewall Reception at The James Museum, Pride Youth & Family Day, Grand Opening of the Rose Dynasty Center in Lakeland, and more.. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE



TAMPA BAY GAY TV


6/10 - 6/16/24
Here is WHAT'S UP THIS WEEK - Events: POP-UP Pride at Orange Blossom Trading Company in Ybor City, The Tampa FRINGE Festival final week w/ 2nd Free Preview Night, St Pete Pride - Rhythms of Pride, Shades Of Pride, Honors Ball, First Annual Clearwater Pride at The Pro Shop w/ Rockell Blu & Alice Marie Gripp, Found Family Collectives Mourning on Father's Day Event in Tampa , and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

SPECIAL EVENT


Join us for a Pride Pop-Up shopping experience and a chance to support Equality Florida, Friday, June 14, 2024 from 5-8pm. We will have Vegan baked goods from Flour, Pride merchandise from The Key 2 Merch and Pouty Poms as well as Bookends Mobile Book Store! We will have raffle tickets available to win prizes and support Equality Florida. GET INFO & MORE HERE

SPECIAL EVENT


Tampa's indie performing arts festival is back for 2024! June 5-16, 2024. This year there are 111 shows across 12 days! Everything from theatre to sketch comedy, stand-up to dance, kids shows to storytelling, there's something for everyone! At the Kress Contemporary in YBOR! Shows are individually ticketed, with prices ranging $12-$18 or a 3/5 pack, or the Eliminator Pass! Shows range between 30-60 min each. GET TICKETS AND INFO HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 6/6/24. This week: Ashley T Brundage joins us to discusses her priorities if elected, her story, and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay! Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


TAMPA BAY GAY TV


5/27 - 6/2/24
Here is WHAT'S UP THIS WEEK - Events: Drag Bingo Night for the Rose Dynasty Foundation at Allendale UMC w/ Candy Von Sparkle, OUT Arts & Culture's: OUTies Awards Gayla, Come Out St Pete's Royal Court at Gulfport Pride, the MX St Pete Pride Pageant winners, Pride Kick Off Block Party, Pasco Pride takes over the Sawmill, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE



ENTERTAINMENT NEWS


From internationally-acclaimed, award-winning director Hirokazu Kore-eda comes the highly-lauded drama MONSTER,. After learning a teacher is bullying her son, a mother demands answers, eventually resorting to legal action. But as the truth is gradually revealed, it proves more complex than anyone imagined. WATCH THE TRAILER HERE


SPECIAL EVENT


Join us for the Grand Opening and Open House of the Rose Dynasty Center, Sunday, June 9 at 2pm. Polk Counties first LGBTQ+ center! FREE EVENT FOR ALL AGES! Drinks & Light finger foods, Community/ Mental health Resources, Raffles & Giveaways, Local Performers & More. MORE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


PRIDE BOWLING NIGHT at Dunedin Lanes, Thursday, May 2, 2024, $12 admission includes Unlimited Cosmic Bowling (10pm-2am) includes shoes. Midnight DIVA Show featuring Jocelyn Summers, Dena Cass, Brianna Summer & Esme Russell! MORE INFO HERE


DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 5/30/24. This week: It’s The Big Gay Fund-Drive benefitting WMNF Community Radio! There are multiple ways you can show your support for this stellar station, outside of tuning in each week! Call 813-239-9663, or click the link donate, make sure to designate your donation to GRS - Big Gay Radio Show!Also, Drag Bingo Fundraiser events June 25 and July 8! Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE

TAMPA BAY GAY TV


5/20 - 5/26/24
Here is WHAT'S UP THIS WEEK - Events: Found Family Collective's TEA & TRIVIA Night at Kaleisia Tea, MX St Pete Pride Pageant at the Palladium w/ Guest Judge - Allysa Edwards, St Pete Pride's June Events, OUT Arts & Culture's: OUTies Awards Gayla at Gulfport Casino Ballroom, The Tampa FRINGE Festival, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE



LOCAL EVENT


Found Family Collective: Grab a friend and join us for Tea & Trivia on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. "GOLDEN GIRLS " Trivia Questions starting at 5pm. Prizes for first $40 cash, second $20 GC, and third place $10 GC from Kelisia! GET INFO & RSVP HERE

LOCAL EVENT


EPIC Generations
May 2024
Events Join them for fun, friendship and support. Events are FREE and open to all LGBTQ+ and Ally Seniors 55+ regardless of HIV status. Transport is available by request. MORE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


Come Out St Pete's 2024 Royal Court and Crew are at Gulfport Pride on June 1, 2024. The stage is set entertainment from the Miss Veronica Vixen, Mr Silver Foxx and a Full Guest list. Come OUT and join us for PRIDE! GET ALL THE INFO HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 5/23/24. This week: Matthew McGloin (Hedwig) and K Chinthana Sotakoun (Yihztak) about their production of Hedwig and the Angry Inch, all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay! Now until June 16th. American Stage has donated four tickets to be given away! Winner will be selected 5/30! Best of luck! Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


TAMPA BAY GAY TV


5/13 - 5/19/24
Here is WHAT'S UP THIS WEEK - Events: WINE, ART & SLAY w/ Rockell Blu at The Study, Jobsite Theater Presents: "The Smuggler...", Shade Showcase w/ Morgan Le Shade at the Garage on Central, Quench Lounge Closing Sale & Last Dance, TIGLFF A-List Film Series: "The Way He Looks" at Green Light Cinema, MX St Pete Pride Pageant at the Palladium w/ Guest Judge - Allysa Edwards, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE



LOCAL EVENT


Wine, Art, & SLAY is on Tuesday, May 14 at 7pm. fantastic night of wine and entertainment benefitting Rockell Blu's journey to Miss St Pete Pride 2024. The Study is a full service wine and beer bar. Charcuterie and other food items on their awesome menu. Local artists and friend have donated art to be auctioned off as well as gift baskets from local businesses. GET MORE INFO HERE



LOCAL EVENT


TIGLFF's A-List Film Series pick for May is "The Way He Looks". Showing, Sunday, May 19, 2024 at 3pm. Please join us at the Green Light Cimena for a great film, great time, and a great sense of community. In Person Event Only. GET TICKETS AND INFO HERE

SPECIAL EVENT

Busch Gardens
Tampa Bay
is offering a glimpse into its star-studded lineup (FLO-RIDA 5/18 & Vanilla Ice 5/19) of A-list performers who will take the stage at The Food & Wine Festival this year, now thorugh May 19. GET LINE UP AND MORE HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 5/16/24. This week: Mister E joins us! We were able to talk about their drag journey, their plans for the 2024 Mx. St Pete Pride Pageant, and their perspective on all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay! We were also together to celebrate Bryan’s Gradu-Birthday! Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


TAMPA BAY GAY TV


5/6 - 5/12/24
Here is WHAT'S UP THIS WEEK - Events: Drag Queen Bingo w/ Alexis De La Mer at Mad Hatters, ART OUT submissions thru 5/10, Found Family Collective's Mourning on Mother's Day event, your St Pete Pride Grand Marshals (Dena Cass, Jane Haskell & Michele Raynor), St Pete Pride calendar of events, Pasco Pride takes over the SAWMILL, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE



LOCAL EVENT


Wednesday, May 8, Come help support Non-profits with a fun night of Drag Queen Bingo with Alexis De La Mer at MAD HATTERS in St Pete. We have PRIZES, 50/50 Raffle and more! Alexis drops her balls at 9pm GET ALL THE INFO HERE

SPECIAL EVENT


Are you a member of the Transgender, Lesbian, Gay, Bi, or Queer+ community and grieving on Mother's Day? Virtual event 5/11 & In-Person 5/12. We are having an all-ages event for community members who would like to spend the evening in company. We intned to have surrogate moms on site, who--if you like--can provide motherly hugs and wisdom up to your comfort level. RSVP & MORE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


EPIC Generations
April 2024
Events Join them for fun, friendship and support. Events are FREE and open to all LGBTQ+ and Ally Seniors 55+ regardless of HIV status. Transport is available by request. MORE INFO HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 5/9/24. This week: Bryan’s Big Gay Graduation Bash! We were able to talk about the recent openings and closures of local LGBTQIA+ businesses, Esme Russell had a mosquito life hack. We also talked about the downfall of Starbucks, and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay. Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE



 

TAMPA BAY GAY TV

4/29 - 5/5/24
Here is WHAT'S UP THIS WEEK - Events: VOTE for St Pete Pride Grand Marshal The Big Gay Radio Show, Pride Bowling at Dunedin Lanes with Drag show w/ Jocelyn Summers, Dena Cass, Darcel Stevens & Veronica Vixen, EPIC's Moving Day, WMNF's Tropical Heatwave at the Cuban Club, FFC's Mourning on Mother's Day event, Tampa Fringe Festival Yard Signs, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE


LOCAL EVENT

PRIDE BOWLING NIGHT at Dunedin Lanes, Thursday, May 2, 2024, $12 admission includes Unlimited Cosmic Bowling (10pm-2am) includes shoes. Midnight DIVA Show featuring Jocelyn Summers, Dena Cass, Darcel Stevens, & Veronica Vixen! MORE INFO HERE
LOCAL EVENT

Come Out St Pete's 2024 Royal Court Showcase is on May 5, 2024 at The Garage. The show starts at 6 with entertainment from the Miss Veronica Vixen, Mr Silver Foxx and Guest: Christina Moore & Nasir Love. GET ALL THE INFO HERE
LOCAL NEWS

Please VOTE Now
The BIG GAY RADIO SHOW has been nominated as Grand Marshal for St Pete Pride parade this June.Now that we’re in, Help Us get to the finish line and cast your vote today through May 1st! VOTE HERE
DIGITAL REPLAY

THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 5/2/24. This week: Devin Hughes joins us again! We were able to talk about LGBTQIA+ wrestlers, mental health awareness month, and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay. Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE

TAMPA BAY GAY TV


4/15 - 4/21/24
Here is WHAT'S UP THIS WEEK - Events: Dining Out For Life Tampa Bay benefiting EPIC, OUTshine Film Festival Miami Edition 18-28th Stay-cation options, Side Show Tent Sale at the Paperback Exchange Bookstore,and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE




TAMPA BAY GAY TV


4/22 - 4/28/24
Here is WHAT'S UP THIS WEEK - Events: METRO Events, TransNetwork's UNI-TEA Dance at Coastal Creative, Side Show Tent Sale at the Paperback Exchange Bookstore, OUTshine Film Festival Miami Edition 18-28th Stay-cation options, OUT Arts & Culture Artist Submissions for ARTOUT and the OUTies Awards Gayla,and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


Originating in times of division, with the purpose of bringing like-minded people together, we welcome you to the UNI-TEA Dance on Sunday, April 28 at Coastal Creative. This celebration of music, art, food, drink, and performance creates a space where stronger alliances within the LGB & TQIA+ communities can be built, and our allies welcomed. GET TICKETS & INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


PRIDE BOWLING NIGHT at Dunedin Lanes, Thursday, April 4, 2024, $10 admission includes Unlimited Cosmic Bowling (10pm-2am) includes shoes. Midnight DIVA Show featuring Jocelyn Summers and Special Guests: Dena Cass , Lady Janet & Birthday Girl Esme Russell! MORE INFO HERE

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THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 4/25/24. This week: Stephanie Leaf fjoins us to talk about My Trans Network‘s UNI-Tea Dance; Food, Drinks & DRAG! We were also able to talk about their organization, and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay. Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE

TAMPA BAY GAY TV


4/8 - 4/14/24
Here is WHAT'S UP THIS WEEK - Events: Found Family Collective's Friday OPEN MIC Night at the Corner Club, OUTshine Film Festival Miami Edition 18-28th Stay-cation, ENTER TO WIN the Monster Movie on Blu-ray, Save The Date for 885 WMNF's Tropical Heatwave, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE



TAMPA BAY GAY TV


4/1 - 4/7/24
Here is WHAT'S UP THIS WEEK - Events: Drag Queen Bingo w/ Alexis De La Mer at Quench Lounge for Diva's In Dialogue, The Big Gay Radio Show Thursdays, PRIDE Bowling Night at Dunedin Lanes (Show feat. Jocelyn Summers, Dena Cass, Esme Russell and Lady Janet), EPIC and Dining Out For Life is April 18th, ENTER TO WIN a Blu-ray Copy of MONSTER, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE



DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 4/18/24. This week: Joanna Grosso’s very first episode as a regular show host and she did a stellar job! Thank you so much Anita Minshall McLaughlin for joining us to talk about Empath Partners in Care’s Dining Out For Life and the story behind their restaurant, Funky Flamingo Gulfport. We were also able to talk about Joanna’s announcement and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay. Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE

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THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 4/11/24. This week: Rev. Esme Russell
’s Big Gay Birthday Bash! We were able to talk about Esme’s birthday, our experience receiving healthcare as LGBTQIA+ individuals, Dune’s popcorn glory hole, rats in mysterious places, and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay. Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE

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THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 4/4/24. This week: Anita Margarita joins us! We were able to talk about The Miss Gay Southern Belle USofA/Newcomer Pageant, their story, and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay. Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE

TAMPA BAY GAY TV

3/25 -3/31/24
Here is WHAT'S UP THIS WEEK - Events: Transgender Film Festival at Green Light Cinema, HEARTSTOPPER Season 3 teaser, ENTER TO WIN a Blu-Ray of MONSTER, Happy Easter, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


Found Family Collective: Grab a friend and join us for Tea & Trivia on Tuesday, March 12, 2024. "AVATAR THE LAST AIRBENDER" Trivia Questions starting at 5pm. Prizes for first $40 cash, second $20 GC, and third place $10 GC from Kelisia! GET INFO & RSVP HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY

THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 3/28/24. This week: Stolas Sloughwycke joins us and was being such a good boy on air last night! We were able to talk about what pup-play is, what it means to be a pup/handler, the various local pup/leather events, and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay. Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE

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THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 3/21/24. This week:Two years ago, I (Chris Gorman) made my first appearance on WMNF Community Radio and in those two years, I am truly proud of how the show has been going and I’m extremely grateful to everyone who makes this show possible! Thank you so much to everyone who listens every week and to those who donate to WMNF to support our show! LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE

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THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 3/14/24. This week: Devin Hughes joins us! Thank you Joanna Grosso for filling in for Bryan! We were able to talk about Devin’s experience within the adult entertainment industry and the transition to a more traditional workplace, their story, and we were all given nicknames by a crazy caller, and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay. Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


TAMPA BAY GAY TV


3/11 - 3/17/24
Here is WHAT'S UP THIS WEEK - Events: BREAKING NEWS Equality Florida and "Don't Say LGBTQ Law", Found Family Collective's Tea & Trivia at Kaleisia Tea Lounge, St Pete Pride call for Entertainers & Volunteers, Save The Date for the Tampa FRINGE Festival, Re-cap from the Food & Wine Festival at Busch Gardens, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE




LOCAL EVENT


Found Family Collective: Grab a friend and join us for Tea & Trivia on Tuesday, March 12, 2024. "AVATAR THE LAST AIRBENDER" Trivia Questions starting at 5pm. Prizes for first $40 cash, second $20 GC, and third place $10 GC from Kelisia! GET INFO & RSVP HERE

SPECIAL EVENT

Busch Gardens
Tampa Bay
is offering a glimpse into its star-studded lineup of A-list performers who will take the stage at The Food & Wine Festival this year, kicking off on March 9 with Goo Goo Dolls. GET LINE UP AND MORE HERE

CONTEST


ENTER TO WIN
A Blu-ray™ copy of MONSTER. After a mother discovers that a teacher’s bullying is behind her young son’s sudden strange behavior, she storms into his school demanding an explanation. 3 Lucky Winners - Ends 4/9/24. GET ALL THE DETAILS HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 3/7/24. This week: Clifford Hobbs and the winners of the 2023 Mx. St Pete Pride Pageant, Ceazia Giovanni Kreshé, Bey Kelz, and Mr. Vyn Suazion, join us! We were able to talk about their story, how they prepared for the Mx. St. Pete Pride Pageant, what makes a good Community Service Title Holder, the 2024 Mx. St Pete Pride Pageant, and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay. Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


TAMPA BAY GAY TV


3/4 - 3/10/24
Here is WHAT'S UP THIS WEEK - Events: Pride Bowling at Dunedin Lanes (Show feat. Jocelyn Summers, Dena Cass, Brianna Summers, &Veronica Foxx), Pasco Pride "Let's Go Hiking" at Starkey Wilderness Park, The Miss Rose Dynasty Pageant at the Wyndham Orlando Resort, Come Out St Pete's Chili Cook-Off, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE




LOCAL EVENT

Saturday, March 9 2024 - LET'S GO HIKING. Join Pasco Pride for a day of bird watching, hiking and community, this is a FREE event for our LGBTQIA+ Community. Starkey Wilderness Park at 1pm. GET ALL THE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT
Mark your calendars for Sunday, March 10th, and join us for a chili extravaganza like no other. Get ready to spice up your weekend at the return of the Grand Central District Chili Cook-Off! Bringing together the finest chili chefs St. Pete's has to offer, this sizzling event promises a feast for the senses and a celebration of culinary creativity that'll leave your taste buds tingling! MORE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT

EPIC Generations
March 2024
Events Join them for fun, friendship and support. Events are FREE and open to all LGBTQ+ and Ally Seniors 55+ regardless of HIV status. Transport is available by request. MORE INFO HERE

SPECIAL EVENT

Cirque du Soleil is returning to Tampa Bay with the debut of BAZZAR, at Tropicana Field under the iconic Big Top, February 22 - March 24, 2024. This is a high-energy spectacle of intrepid acrobatics, dynamic stunts and exhilarating performances that pays homage to the entertainment company’s legacy. GET ALL THE INFO HERE

TAMPA BAY GAY TV


2/26-3/3/24
Here is WHAT'S UP THIS WEEK on Tampa Bay Gay. Events Include: METRO FREE HIV & STI Testing, Watermark's WAVE awards Celebration at Cocktail, Charity Bingo With Alexi De La Mer for COME OUT St Pete, Re-cap from Cirque du Soleil's BAZZAR and Pasco Pride 2024, "Let's Go Hiking", and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE




LOCAL EVENT

Monday, March 4, Come help support COME OUT St Pete with a fun night of Charity Bingo with Alexis De La Mer at COCKTAIL. We have PRIZES, 50/50 Raffle and more! Alexis drops her balls at 8pm GET ALL THE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT

PRIDE BOWLING
at Dunedin Lanes, Thursday, March 7, 2024, $10 admission includes Unlimited Cosmic Bowling (10pm-2am) includes shoes. Midnight DIVA Show featuring Jocelyn Summers and Guests Brianna Summers, Dena Cass, and Veronica Foxx! MORE INFO HERE

SPECIAL EVENT


Rose Dynasty Foundation Inc. presents Central Floridas only family-friendly drag queen pageant, Miss Rose Dynasty Pageant. On Sunday, March 10th join host and founder Momma Ashley Rose along with special guests entertainers throughout the night as they welcome contestants from all over Florida to compete for the title of “Miss Rose Dynasty 2024”. GET TICKETS & INFO HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 2/22/24. This week: We absolutely killed it by raising $1,115 on-air, bringing our grand total for this fund drive to $1,915! I (Christopher) am extremely grateful to my co-hosts, Esme and Bryan, for always being amazing, to David Borman/Tampa Bay Gay for their community calendar segment, and Joanna Grosso for providing the news, and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay. Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


TAMPA BAY GAY TV


2/19-2/25/24
Here is WHAT'S UP THIS WEEK on Tampa Bay Gay. Events Include: METRO Events, EPIC Generations 55+ Group, Pasco Pride this weekend, TIGLFF's A-List Film series selection "Friends & Family" at Green Light Cinema, Benefit Show for Operation PAR at the Garage, Cirque du Soleil's BAZZAR opens 2/22, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE




LOCAL EVENT

Watermark
's Tampa Bay WAVE Awards party is Friday, March 1, 2024. Be sure to clear your schedule and join us at COCKTAIL St Pete at 7pm to celebrate with the winners! GET MORE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


TIGLFF's A-List Film Series pick for February is "Friends & Family - The Real Gay Mafia!". Showing, Sunday, February 25, 2024 at 3pm. Please join us at the Green Light Cimena for a great film, great time, and a great sense of community. In Person Event Only. GET TICKETS AND INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT

EPIC Generations
February 2024
Events Join them for fun, friendship and support. Events are FREE and open to all LGBTQ+ and Ally Seniors 55+ regardless of HIV status. Transport is available by request. MORE INFO HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 2/15/24. This week: Charlie Waters joins us on The Big Gay Radio Show! We were able to talk about their experience with Suncoast Softball League, LGBTQIA+ involvement in sports, The Super Bowl, and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay. Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


TAMPA BAY GAY TV


2/12-2/18/24
Here is WHAT'S UP THIS WEEK on Tampa Bay Gay. Events Include: Big Gay Bingo w/ Alexis De La Mer at Cocktail for The Big Gay Radio Show, Found Family Collective's Friday Night MIC at the Corner Club Tampa, LGBTQ+ Resource Center's READ OUT, The Black & White GAYLA w/ host Candy Von Sparkle at Allendale UMC, the SHADE Showcase w/ host Morgan Le Shade at the Garage, Cirque du Soleil's BAZZAR opens 2/22, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE




LOCAL EVENT

Koro Blu's Benefit Show! Enjoy a great show featuring Tampa Bay’s Top Talent on Sunday, Feb 25th from 7-9pm at The Garage On Central. Every dollar raised will be donated to Operation Par. Happy Hour Specials and $6 BLU-long islands. We will also have a 50/50 Raffle and more. GET MORE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


Pasco Pride joyfully announces the return of the 5th Annual Pasco Pride Festival to Heritage Park in Land O’ Lakes, on February 24th, 2024, starting at noon and running until 6:00 p.m.
This year's milestone event promises to be the most vibrant and exciting yet, featuring a wide range of activities and entertainment for people of all ages. GET INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
is letting the good times roll as Mardi Gras immerses guests in the vibrant spirit and tastes of the Big Easy every Friday, Saturday and Sunday now through March 3. Get jazzed up with Mardi Gras-style entertainment, live music and catch some festival beads (after each parade). Mardi Gras celebrations are included with park admission. GET DETAILS HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 2/8/24. This week: Chad David (Chanel P. Cartier) to talk about their drag journey, and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay. Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


LOCAL EVENT

Join us at Corner Club on Friday, February 16, 2024 at 7pm for Found Family Collective’s queer-focused Friday Night Mic Black Queer Edition. This month Hosted by Thee Charles Hines. GET INFO & RSVP HERE

LOCAL EVENT

The Black & White GAYLA is a fundraising event and your ticket includes a Pasta Bar, non acholic beverages, silent auction, raffle and music by Tim Staney. Saturday, February 17, 2024 at Allendale UMC from 6-9pm. Come Join Candy and Friend. GET INFO & TICKETS HERE

LOCAL EVENT


Saturday, February 17th at 9PM. Tampa Bay’s diverse talent show is at The Garage On Central. Hosted by Morgan Le Shade Featuring: SYTYCD Season 7 Winner Mr. Gripp (Gripp Gripp) Multi-talented Dancing Diva Rockell Blu (Robert Rigsby) And Rising Talent Blanca Gemini Valentino GET MORE INFO HERE



LOCAL EVENT

Monday, February 12, Come help support 88.5 WMNF and The Big Gay Radio Show with a fun night of BIG GAY Bingo with Alexis De La Mer at COCKTAILS. We have PRIZES, 50/50 Raffle and 88.5 WMNF swag and more! Alexis drops her balls at 8:30pm GET ALL THE INFO HERE

SPECIAL EVENT


The seventh annual ReadOUT Festival of LGBTQ+ Literature will be live in Gulfport, FL February 16-18, 2024 as well as virtually on Zoom. Highlighted Events Keynote Speaker: Lynn Ames, Book Banning: What Can I Do?, Indie Bookstores & LGBTQ-BIPOC Lit, Birthdays Are a Drag!, Lavender Moonshine and You and more! The Official Event Schedule is online now.
Registration required. GET TICKETS & SCHEDULE HERE


TAMPA BAY GAY TV


2/5-2/11/24
Here is WHAT'S UP THIS WEEK on Tampa Bay Gay. Events Include: Found Family Collective's FREE LGBTQIA+ Health & Wellness Fair, TIGLFF's Virtual Town Hall, Remembering Desiree DeMornay, Pasco Pride '24 at Heritage Park, Big Gay Bingo with Alexis De La Mer at Cocktail St Pete for The Big Gay Radio Show, last push to VOTE Now in '24 WAVE Awards, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE



LOCAL EVENT

The LGBTQIA+ Wellness Resource Fair
powered by Found Family Collective and the USF College of Nursing. Monday, February 5, 2024, 5 to 8:30 PM. Walks-in welcome; no registration is required! At Allendale UMC, this is an exciting and inclusive event focused on promoting wellness within the LGBTQIA+ community. GET MORE INFO HERE


SPECIAL EVENT


This Valentine's Day, ditch the predictable dinner date and celebrate a thrillingly romantic adventure at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay’s "Love is a Roller Coaster" event. GET TICKETS & INFO HERE

LOCAL NEWS


FINALS ROUND WAVE Awards January 18- February 9, 2024. We would love your help… Tampa Bay Gay is asking that you please "VOTE For Us" in the 2024 Watermark WAVE Awards Categories #7, #8, & #53. The Finals Round Ends February 9, 2024.
VOTE HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 2/1/24. This week: Robert Rigsby (Rockell Blu), a local performer who is currently up for Watermark’s WAVE Award for Favorite Local Performer: Stage. Join us as we talk about their journey, Florida’s recent legislative session and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay. Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


TAMPA BAY GAY TV


1/29-2/4/24
Here is WHAT'S UP THIS WEEK on Tampa Bay Gay. Events Include: Pride Bowling Night at Dunedin Lanes (Featuring: Jocelyn Summers, Darcel Stevens, Lady Janet & Dena Cass), VOTE Now in '24 WAVE Awards FINALS Round, Come Out St Pete Royal Court Showcase with Mr Silver Foxx and Miss Veronica Vixen (Guest: Nasir Love), LGBTQ Resource Center Gulfport's READ OUT, Cirque Du Soleil's BAZZAR, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE



LOCAL EVENT


PRIDE BOWLING NIGHT at Dunedin Lanes, Thursday, February 1, 2024, $10 admission includes Unlimited Cosmic Bowling (10pm-2am) includes shoes. Midnight DIVA Show featuring Jocelyn Summers and Special Guests: Darvel Stevens, Lady Janet & Dena Cass! MORE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


Come Out St Pete's 2024 Royal Court Showcase is on February 4, 2024 at The Garage. The show starts at 6 with entertainment from the Miss Veronica Vixen, Mr Silver Foxx and Guest: Nasir Love. GET ALL THE INFO HERE

DIGITAL EVENT


TIGLFF Virtual Town Hall on February 6th at 6:30pm. Join us for a Virtual meeting where we will take your questions, listen to your ideas and most importantly, give you an opportunity to get involved in the future of the Festival. The Future of the Festival depends on our community. REGISTER & MORE INFO HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 1/25/24. This week: Erin Lowry, a student at The University of Tampa joins us to talk about their story and Joanna Grosso will also be coming on to talk about taking over as our new LGBTQIA+ News Host, and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay. Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE
         
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