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TAMPA
BAY GAY TV
Here is WHAT'S UP 7/14-7/27/25 Events
This Week: I’m live on The Big Gay Radio Show (WMNF
88.5 FM) – this Tuesday 11AM–Noon + 1hr After-Show Stream,
SOBER Game Night at THYRST in Largo, Anything Goes
Open Mic Night – Tampa Fringe, Charity Bingo with
Alexis De La Mer – Mondays at Cocktail St Pete, Queer
Mixer & Wine Tasting – Tampa Bay Sisters at The Study
Popcorn & Watermelon Lip Sync Contest – American Legion Seminole
Post 111
Daphne Ferraro presents "The Evolution of Drag" – ONE
NIGHT ONLY at CPPAC, Largo, ART OUT 2025 – Call for LGBTQ+
art submissions
TIGLFF's Continuing the Mission Fundraiser – Tampa
Theatre ...and even more queer happenings! WATCH THE VIDEO
HERE
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Welcome to the Manny and Shawn Experience Podcast. Manny
and Shawn host a weekly variety podcast. We also take you
along on our adventures on YouTube. Share in our experiences
as we bring you vlogs about our travel, recommendations and experiences.
CATCH THE LATEST EPISODE HERE |
LOCAL
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THYRST Sober Social Game on! Join us every Wednesday
from 8-Midnight for a sober, social, and inclusive game night
at Shelter Strong! Meet new friends, play your favorite games,
and be part of a welcoming community. This event is 18+ FACEBOOK
EVENT PAGE HERE |
LOCAL EVENT
ANYTHING GOES OPEN MIC THIRD THURSDAYS at
The Fringe Theatre! 730pm, 1624 E 7th Ave. Do some stand-up,
a monologue, a poem, whatever you want - or just show off! You can
even request backing tracks, lighting looks and more at our Anything
Goes open mic. See you there! FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE HERE |
DIGITAL
REPLAY
THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW
7/14/25. This week on The Big Gay Radio Show
we are joined by joined by David Borman, the creator of Tampa
Bay Gay and host of our Big Gay Community Calendar. David
shared the story behind the site, how it grew into a digital resource
hub for our community, and the incredible work he did to support
local drag performers during the COVID-19 pandemic, and all things
LGBTQIA+. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE
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LOCAL EVENT
QUEER MIXER & WINE TASTING W/ THE SISTERS Come join us
Thursday, July 17 at 7 PM at The Study!
There will be wine tasting with nonalcoholic options available,
Mixing and mingling with the Sisters, as well as a few activities
to get to know each other! So come relax with us… You’ve
earned it! Let’s get social at The Study! FACEBOOK
EVENT PAGE HERE |
LOCAL EVENT
POPCORN & WATERMELON
The Lip Synch Battle that became a Legend is Back Again on
Saturday, July 26 at the American Legion Seminole
Post 111! You asked for it, and this time we are bringing you
the Greatest Hits Edition, featuring nothing but #1 Hits
throughout the decades! As always, win bragging rights, $50 prize
for the winner, and a spot on the rotating judges table, PLUS awesome
raffle prizes and those powerful Jell-O shots for
courage! It starts at 9pm Benefitting: The Bautista
Project. Amateurs Encouraged, and BRING your ENTOURAGE! FACEBOOK
EVENT PAGE HERE
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TIGLFF - Continue the Mission Fundraiser We invite you to
join us for an afternoon of community, connection, and renewed commitment.
The Tampa Theatre has graciously offered their intimate John
T. Taylor Screening Room on Sunday, July 27th, to
host this special event. Doors open at 2:00 PM. This is an
opportunity to meet our dedicated and diverse Board of Directors,
engage with thought-provoking short films, and enjoy complimentary
refreshments. Most importantly, we hope you'll share your experiences,
perspectives, and ideas on how we can strengthen our mission for
the future. GET MORE INFO & TICKETS HERE |
SPECIAL EVENT
The Evolution of Drag Drag Through The Decades Performer/producer
Daphne Ferraro brings her smash hit multimedia drag extravaganza
to the CPPAC in Largo for one night only. This
show is a unique blend of comedy, dance productions,
pop culture, history lessons, and dazzling drag
costuming and takes audiences on an immersive voyage through
11 decades through the eyes of a 7-foot-tall drag queen.
The show seamlessly combines live-action scenes with engaging video
elements. Ferraro will be joined by 10 of Central Florida's
most beloved drag performers (and 2 male leads) and will leave
you dancing in the aisles. Note: This show has adult themes
and images for an 18 and older audience. MORE INFO &
TICKETS HERE
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LOCAL EVENT
OUT ARTS & CULTURES
We’re
looking for artists with something to say. Whether you paint, collage,
photograph, sculpt, or create something we’ve never seen before…
ArtOUT 2025 is your chance to be featured in a high-visibility
exhibit that celebrates LGBTQ+ creativity. All selected artists
will be featured in our gallery show. Have the chance to sell their
work. Be included in our brand-new printed sketchbook Be eligible
for prize money (jurors’ choice!) Apply Online! Let’s make
this year the most colorful yet. APPLY & GET MORE
INFO HERE
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SPECIAL EVENT
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Unveils
All-New Frights for Howl-O-Scream with Tickets Up to 70%
Off Snatch up scary good savings during the Howl-O-Scream
Sinister Sale, available now and for a limited time This year’s
event will feature five haunted houses (including two
all-new), five scare zones (including three new themes),
multiple themed bars and the return of two guest-favorite
live shows. Prices start at just $39.99, offering
an unbeatable deal for an evening of unspeakable horrors and unforgettable
scares. GET MORE INFO & TICKETS HERE |
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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 |
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TAMPA
BAY GAY TV
Here is WHAT'S UP 6/16 - 6/29/25 Events: The
Big Gay Radio Show on WMNF has moved to Tuesdays
11am- Noon with 1hr streaming After show, The Tampa Fringe
Festival in Ybor City, St Pete Pride's TRANSTASTIC,
Womym in Comedy, Friday Night concert, Pride Parade,
Trans March, Street Fair, Pride Weekend Launch
Party & Pridelands St Pete Dance Parties, ART OUT
2025 art submissions, Spooky Empire Fan Event at Double
Tree by Hilton at Seaworld, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO
HERE
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SPECIAL
EVENT
2025 St Pete Pride
For more than 20 years, we’ve marched in rainbow-clad celebration
of the spectrum of love and life. What started as a promenade
became a parade and then a full Pride Month. And we
now host year-round events to amplify, support, and celebrate the
diverse voices of the LGBTQIA+ community – including the
Black, Brown, and Trans voices that too often
go unheard. MORE INFO ON EVENTS & TICKETS
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THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW
7/8/25. This week on The Big Gay Radio Show we
are joined by Kori Stevens! Kori joined us to talk about
their incredible drag journey, their commitment to giving back,
and their recent fundraiser with Project No Labels, and all
things LGBTQIA+. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE
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THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW
7/1/25.
This week on The Big Gay Radio Show we were joined by
Sebastian Hathcock, a bartender at Cocktail St Pete
and Watermark Out News WONDER award winner for Best Bartender,
for a powerful post-Pride conversation. Sebastian opened up about
his personal journey, the challenges he’s faced, and the importance
of finding community in our spaces, and all things LGBTQIA+.
LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE
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THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW
6/24/25.
This week on The Big Gay Radio Show we were joined by
the newly crowned 2025 Mx. St Pete Pride Royal Court, the
stunning Seduction D Dickerson and amazing Dioscar Montesino!
Esme, Bryan, and Chris sat down with our royal
guests to hear their Pride and coming out stories, reflect on what
it meant to win their categories as cisgender individuals, and how
they’re using their titles to uplift the community.and all things
LGBTQIA+. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE
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LOCAL EVENT
Tampa International FRINGE Festival 2025. June 11-22
in Ybor City. Celebrate the 9th year of indie performing
arts at our 12 day festival, where there is something for
everyone! This year you can binge on storytelling, comedy, theatre,
dance, and more. Not sure what to see? Come to our Free Preview
nights on the 11th & 18th at 7pm! All venues
this year are fully ADA, and three are inside of the Kress
Contemporary for easy mobility. The fourth venue is at The
Commodore just down the street GET TICKETS & SCHEDULE
HERE
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LOCAL EVENT
2025 St Pete Pride WOMYN In Comedy. June 21, 2025,
7-10pm. This is a Ticketed Event at The Museum of Fine Arts.
Join us for an unforgettable night of laughter and celebration at
our brand-new event, Womyn in Comedy! Headlining the evening
is the hilarious Chaunte Wayans, known for her sharp wit
and standout performances on Netflix, HBO, and Comedy
Central, alongside special guest Paris Sashay, a bold,
fearless voice in comedy. GET TICKETS & MORE INFO HERE
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LOCAL EVENT
2025 St Pete Pride TRANSTASTIC. June 18, 2025,
6-9pm. This is a Ticketed Event at The James Museum.
An intimate celebration of St. Pete’s vibrant Trans and Non-Binary
community, presented by Love the Golden Rule and in partnership
with the TransNetwork! Centered on the voices and experiences
of our local Trans and Non-Binary community, Transtastic
invites all to come together in joy, authenticity, and solidarity.
This uplifting evening will feature entertainment, community, live
performances by local artists, and a cash bar. GET TICEKTS &
MORE INFO
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LOCAL EVENT
OUT ARTS & CULTURES
We’re
looking for artists with something to say. Whether you paint, collage,
photograph, sculpt, or create something we’ve never seen before…
ArtOUT 2025 is your chance to be featured in a high-visibility
exhibit that celebrates LGBTQ+ creativity. All selected artists
will be featured in our gallery show. Have the chance to sell their
work. Be included in our brand-new printed sketchbook Be eligible
for prize money (jurors’ choice!) Apply Online! Let’s make
this year the most colorful yet. APPLY & GET MORE
INFO HERE
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DIGITAL REPLAY
THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW
6/17/25.
This week on The Big Gay Radio Show we officially launched
into our new time slot of Tuesday mornings from 11AM to Noon!
For our inaugural daytime episode, we were thrilled to be joined
by Alice Marie Gripp (Alex Quinto), educator, a former
local guidance counselor, and drag entertainer. Alex shared their
journey in education, their commitment to creating safe schools
for LGBTQIA+ youth, and the importance of family-friendly
drag spaces. A huge thank you to Alex for helping kick off the next
era of the show, and all things LGBTQIA+. LISTEN TO THE
REPLAY HERE
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LOCAL
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St Pete Pride
Friday Night Concert
June 27, 2025
Get ready for an unforgettable night at Jannus Live, headlined
by the sensational Durand Bernarr! Known for electrifying
stages across the globe with his powerhouse vocals and dynamic performances,
Durand is set to light up the Jannus stage like never before. Doors
open at 6pm. MORE INFO & TICKETS HERE |
LOCAL
EVENT
St Pete Pride
Parade & Festival
Saturday, June 28, 2025 The signature event will bring hundreds
of thousands of marchers, attendees, and supporters to the beautiful
downtown waterfront to celebrate the strength, diversity, and
vibrancy of our community. Enjoy a spectacular parade, dynamic performances
by national and local entertainers on the main stage, and explore
100+ booths featuring local vendors, food purveyors, artists, and
community organizations. MORE INFO HERE
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LOCAL EVENT
St Pete Pride
TRANS MARCH
Saturday, June 28, 2025 Join us at 5pm as we step off
from Vinoy Park and march to Albert Whitted Field,
lifting up and celebrating our trans, gender expansive, and non-binary
community members. Now more than ever, standing together in solidarity
and support is essential. By marching, or biking, or riding in a
golf cart, you are showing the world that every voice deserves to
be heard, every identity deserves to be respected, and every person
deserves the freedom to live authentically. Together, we are unstoppable!
MORE INFO HERE
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LOCAL EVENT
St Pete Pride
Street Fair, Sunday, June 29, 2025 from 12-5
The
grand finale of the season, the Sunday Street Fair brings
over 100,000 people of all ages to the Grand Central District
to celebrate our history and community. Spanning multiple blocks,
the event offers a lively mix of entertainment, local vendors, community
partners, and businesses. With performance stages, roaming street
performers, and hundreds of participating organizations, this celebratory
day promises something for everyone to enjoy! MORE INFO HERE
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DIGITAL REPLAY
THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW
6/12/25.
This week on The Big Gay Radio Show our final broadcast
from the Thursday Morning, 12AM–3AM time slot. We want to say a
heartfelt thank you to everyone who’s supported us during these
late-night adventures. Whether you stayed up with us, caught the
replay, or simply helped spread the word, your love and encouragement
meant everything. ... The Big Gay Radio Show returns Tuesday
mornings at 11AM starting June 17th! LISTEN
TO THE REPLAY HERE
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TAMPA
BAY GAY TV
Here is WHAT'S UP 6/2 - 6/15/25 Events:
Dunedin Pride Events including Pride Bowling at Dunedin
Lanes, St Pete Pride Events include the Youth & Family
Day, The Stonewall Reception, the GET NUDE party,
Tampa International Fringe Festival is June 11-22 w/
FREE Preview Night, Shelter Strong's Pride on The
Bay Drag Brunch, Enter to Win a Ticket to the brunch, TIGLFF's
Monthly Film Series at the Green Light Cinema, FFC's
Mourning on Father's Day Event, and more. WATCH
THE VIDEO HERE
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LOCAL
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TIGLFF's Monthly Film Series pick for June is But I'm
A Cheerleader. Showing, Sunday, June 15, 2025
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
2025 St Pete Pride GET NUDE: la fete noire (The Black
Party). This is a Ticketed Event on June 14, 2025, 9pm-1am
at NOVA 535. St Pete Pride is partnering with
the Tampa Bay Black Lesbians to bring you our signature event.
This is a nod to the incredible Black queer culture of New Orleans.
Dance the night away to the beats of DJ Donnie Luv, set against
the beautiful backdrop of NOVA 535. The party includes both
indoor and outdoor spaces, three bar areas, specialty drinks, a
VIP floor with exclusive seating, 3D photo booth, and food trucks
for your dining pleasure. This is a SOLD OUT event every
year, so make sure to get your tickets ASAP. GET TICKETS
& MORE INFO |
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THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW
5/29/25.
This week The Big Gay Radio Show WMNF Community Radio
helping raise funds to keep our station thriving, and they are extremely
proud of what we accomplished. Thank you so much Chris, Esme,
Bryan and Claire for helping raise money for our show!
During our Fund Drive, we were able to raise $1,324 of our
$1,500 goal, and we are beyond grateful to every single person
who donated to support LGBTQIA+ voices in media, and all
things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay! LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE
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THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW
6/5/25.
This week The Big Gay Radio Show welcomes Deimoni
Brewington, who plays Juicy in American
Stage’s production of Fat Ham, running now through
June 22nd in downtown St. Pete. Deimoni shared
what it’s been like stepping into this unique, queer spin on Hamlet,
and how the story explores identity, family, grief, and joy in ways
that feel both deeply personal and universally relatable. It was
a great conversation with a thoughtful and talented guest, and all
things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay! LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE
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SPECIAL EVENT
2025 St Pete Pride
For more than 20 years, we’ve marched in rainbow-clad celebration
of the spectrum of love and life. What started as a promenade
became a parade and then a full Pride Month. And we
now host year-round events to amplify, support, and celebrate the
diverse voices of the LGBTQIA+ community – including the
Black, Brown, and Trans voices that too often
go unheard. MORE INFO ON EVENTS & TICKETS
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LOCAL EVENT
2025 St Pete Pride Youth & Family Day. June 7,
2025, 10am -2pm. This is a FREE event at North
Straub Park. Celebrate love, inclusion, and family! This free
event invites LGBTQ+ youth, families, and allies to enjoy a playful
day of activities, entertainment, and community connection. With
four hours of live performances, and creative fun, and community
building, offering something for everyone! NEW FOR 2025 —
don’t miss the Pride Pet Parade! Dress up your furry companions
in their best pride outfits and show off their pride spirit.
MORE INFO HERE
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LOCAL EVENT
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CHANGED AS OF 6/3/25
Pride in the Plaza Drag Brunch. Join Shelter Strong for
a spectacular brunch cruise featuring an all-you-can-eat buffet,
open bar, and an electrifying drag show! Sunday, June 8,
2025 1pm -5pm! GET TICKETS & MORE INFO HERE |
LOCAL EVENT
Tampa International FRINGE Festival 2025. June 11-22
in Ybor City. Celebrate the 9th year of indie performing
arts at our 12 day festival, where there is something for
everyone! This year you can binge on storytelling, comedy, theatre,
dance, and more. Not sure what to see? Come to our Free Preview
nights on the 11th & 18th at 7pm! All venues
this year are fully ADA, and three are inside of the Kress
Contemporary for easy mobility. The fourth venue is at The
Commodore just down the street GET TICKETS & SCHEDULE
HERE |
LOCAL
EVENT
2025 St Pete Pride Stonewall Reception. June 12, 2025,
6-9pm. This is a Ticketed Event at the Museum of Fine
Arts. Join us for an exclusive reception, where we will bring
together sponsors, community partners, government officials, and
other distinguished guests to honor the rich history and lasting
impact of the LGBTQ+ movement.GET TICKETS & INFO HERE
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