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TAMPA BAY GAY TV

11/20 - 11/26/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: Lissa Bradford's Personal Power Tools & Tips New Column online now, Happy Thanksgiving, Paperback Exchange Bookstore in New Port Richey - Swag Bag Black Friday Sale, METRO Events, the BULGE Boy 2024 Contest at The Garage hosted by Morgan LeShade, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE


LOCAL EVENT

SAVE THE DATE
Saturday, December 2, 2023 is the RED & GREEN Holiday Annual Fundraiser. We can't wait to celebrate with you and raise funds to help keep St Pete Pride events accessible! Ticket info coming soon. GET MORE INFO HERE
LOCAL EVENT

EPIC Generations November 2023 Events. Join them for fun, friendship and support. Events are FREE and open to all LGBTQ+ and Ally seniors 55+ regardless of HIV status. Transportation is available by request. MORE INFO HERE
LOCAL EVENT

ROCA Productions
presents Festival of Wreaths 2023. Donate "Holiday Wreaths" November 24th through December 2nd, to be on display at The Garage on Central. Winners will be announced during the show with host Rockell Blu. This fundraising event will benefit Divas in Dialogue. GET MORE INFO HERE
DIGITAL REPLAY

THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 11/23/23. This week: Happy Thanksgiving friends! It was TwinksGiving on The Big Gay Radio Show! Chris came on to do his first ever solo broadcast and talked about what he’s grateful for, HB-599 The Gender Identity Employment Practices bill, keeping your pets safe this Thanksgiving and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay. Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


TAMPA BAY GAY TV


11/13 - 11/19/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: Big Gay Bingo with Alexis De La Mer at the Jazzy Cat Cafe for THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW and 88.5 WMNF, Found Family Collective's FREE Self Defense course by Weapon Brand, St Pete Pride's Red & Green Party at Sunken Gardens with host Queen Sheba, Cirque du Soleil's BAZZAR coming to St Pete, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE



LOCAL EVENT


Oct. 18-Nov. 12, 2023 Jobsite, gives life to Spooky Season once again with Nick Dear’s award-winning adaptation of Mary Shelley’s FRANKENSTEIN. Childlike in his innocence but grotesque in form, Frankenstein’s bewildered creature is cast out into a hostile universe by his horror-struck maker. GET TICKETS & INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


Thursday, November 16, 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 the Jazzy Cat Cafe. 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

LOCAL EVENT


Found Family Collective
Presents: Self Defense training taught by Weapon Brand on November 18, 2023 at 11am. This course will focus on Home Dafety and Protection, Rideshare, Dating Apps and more. 50 FREE spots available. RSVP & INFO HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 11/16/23. This week: Angelique Young-Cavalier is joining The Cabaret Pensacola’s Misleading Ladies cast, Vaguebook, Thanksgiving Vs. Friendsgiving, and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay. Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


TAMPA BAY GAY TV


11/6 - 11/12/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: Come Out St Pete Family Day, EPIC Generations 55+ Group Events, LGBTQ Resource Center's 2024 BRANCH OUT Scholarship Winners, SAVOR St.Pete re-cap, Christmas Town at Busch Gardens, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE



LOCAL NEWS

Get Ready for a Fiery, Family-Friendly New Adventure: “Phoenix Rising” Set to Soar Above the Serengeti Plain at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay in Spring 2024. CHECK OUT THE CONCEPT ART & MORE

LOCAL EVENT

Come Out St. Pete is celebrating its 6th year of diversity, inclusion and living a true and authentic life. November 11th 11am to 3pm. In recognition of National Coming Out Day, celebrated on October 11th each year. This year we're excited to bring back our, Family Day Celebration in Historic Kenwood's Seminole Park, GET ALL THE INFO HERE

LOCAL NEWS


BRANCHOUT Scholorship Winners for the 2023-2024 year have been announced. Three $2000.00 scholarships were given out. This unique program allows for all forms of continuing education at any age level. READ ALL ABOUT THE WINNERS HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 11/9/23. This week: Bryan and Christopher were able to try the products of Alomar Aesthetics and Wellness, talk about their rebrand grand opening, Shark-Coochie boards, and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay. Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


TAMPA BAY GAY TV


10/30 - 11/5/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: Happy Halloween, Pride Bowling at Dunedin Lanes (Angelique Young-Cavalier, Brianna Summers, Veronica Vixen), SAVOR St Pete at Vinoy Park, TIGLFF Queer In Color Film Festival at Green Light Cimena, Found Family Collective Tea & Trivia, Good Mom's/Bad Mom's Silent Disco at Salty Nun, Spooky Empire recapand more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE



LOCAL EVENT


PRIDE BOWLING NIGHT
at Dunedin Lanes, Thursday, November 2, 2023, $10 admission includes Unlimited Cosmic Bowling (10pm-2am) includes shoes. Midnight DIVA Show featuring Brianna Summers, Veronica Vixen, & Angelique Young-Cavalier! MORE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


DID SOMEONE SAY SILENT DISCO?! Saturday, November 4 at the Salty Nun it's the Good Moms Bad Moms Silent Disco A family-friendly silent disco followed by a 21+ moms-only silent disco as we dance the night away while raising money for two great causes. GET TICKETS & INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


November 4 & 5, 2023
Foodies, wine enthusiasts, and craft beer aficionados – this is your chance to SIP, SAVOR, and REPEAT! The highly anticipated 11th annual SAVOR St. Pete food & wine festival is ready to launch an unforgettable weekend. With overwhelming growth, the festival has found a new home at the beautiful Vinoy Waterfront Park in stunning downtown St. Petersburg. The event will host a captivating celebration of cuisine for thousands of local and visiting foodies. GET TICKETS & INFO HERE



DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 11/2/23. This week: Joanna Grosso is back in the studio! We will be talking about City of Tampa Councilwoman, Gwendolyn Henderson’s proposal to close Ybor City bars at 1 AM, St Pete Pride’s FrankenPride and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay. Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


TAMPA BAY GAY TV


10/23 - 10/29/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: BIG GAY BINGO at Quench Lounge w/ Alexis De La Mer for The Big Gay Radio Show, Found Family Collective's Halloween Bash, St Pete Pride's FRANKENPRIDE Party, OUTshine Film Festival Ft Lauderdale Ed. continues with Closing Night Film/Party, Spooky Empire Orlando, Bay area Halloween events (Jobsite Theater, Howl-O-Scream, UNDead In The Water, Halloween Horror Nights - Universal Orlando), SAVOR St Pete returns to Vinoy Park, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE



LOCAL EVENT


On Tuesday, October 24, 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. 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


EPIC Generations October 2023 Events. Join them for fun, friendship and support. Events are FREE and open to all LGBTQ+ and Ally seniors 55+ regardless of HIV status. Transportation is available by request. MORE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT

Spooky Empire's 20th Anniversary! October 27-29, 2023 in Orlando at the Hyatt Regency, with vendors, a film and tattoo festival, music, celebrity speakers, and more to satiate even the most diehard aficionados of the spooky season! GET TICKETS & MORE INFO HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 10/26/23. This week: Steve Blanchard and Tim Hinton from Phantom History. It was great being able to talk about the Phantom History Bed and Breakfast, their story, our latest bingo at Quench Lounge, and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay. Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE

LOCAL EVENT


OVERVIEW
The final countdown is on for the impending doom that awaits guests at Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights. Select nights September 1 through November 4, the world’s premier Halloween event is back with 10 eerily immersive haunted houses, five terrifying scare zones, outrageous live entertainment and so much more that brings to life top icons in horror and chilling original stories, including one that resurrects a bit of Universal’s past. GET TICKETS & INFO HER


LOCAL EVENT


It's Time for a Halloween Bash, Found Family Collective style. Saturday, October 28, 2023. Come and celebrate Halloween in an LGBTQ+ Community Building, a spooky Open Mic, Featured poet IAM, Costume Contest with prizes! Intuitive readings by Sadie and more. RSVP & INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT

Sunday 10/29/23
Join St Pete Pride in the FRANKENPRIDE zone, (2400 & 2500 blocks of Central Ave). The zone features games, live entertainment, costume contest, and more! St Pete Pride's sponsored zone will include a trick or treat station, drag performances, and a chance to show off your costumes. GET MORE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


The WWII American Victory Ship is transforming at night into UNDead in the Water, Tampa’s premier nautical haunted attractionfor 14 Nights in September and October. 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



DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 10/19/23. This week: Hank E. Pankey, Titus Bembry, and The Ladys Room for making last nights show so special! We were able to talk about their experience working in Florida’s ONLY lesbian bar, their upcoming events, their story, Disney’s 100th anniversary, and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay. Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE

TAMPA BAY GAY TV


10/16 - 10/22/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: Jobsite Presents - FRANKENSTEIN, OUTshine Film Festival Ft Lauderdale Edition stay-cation discounts, LIGHT IN THE SHADOWS for Suicide Awareness & Prevention, Closet Ball 2024 at Southern Nights Tampa, Found Family Collective's Halloween Bash, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE


TAMPA BAY GAY TV


10/9 - 10/15/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: Oct. 11 National Coming Out Day, EPIC Generations 55+ Group Events, Annual Come OUT St Pete Family Day & Chili cook-off, St Pete Pride's FRANKENPRIDE, the Red & Green Party date, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

LOCAL EVENT

Closet Ball 2024 - Southern Nights Tampa: Honoring Taniyah Iman, Miss Closet Ball 2023. October 22, 2023. 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

SPECIAL REPORT


EVENT RE-CAP
ONLINE NOW

We check out Halloween Horror Nights 32 - NEVER GO ALONE. Coverage includes Food, Haunted Houses, Scare Zones, Tribute Store & More. CHECK OUT OUR COVERAGE HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 10/12/23. This week: Alexis De La Mer joins us; we were able to talk about WMNF’s Big Gay Bingo at Quench Lounge on Oct. 24th, at The Jazzy Cat Café on Nov. 16, and at Cocktail St. Pete on Dec. 4th! We were also able to talk about Alexis’s story, National Coming Out Day, and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay.and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay. Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE

TAMPA BAY GAY TV


10/2 - 10/8/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: Pride Professional Networking event benefiting Found Family Collective, TIGLFF's 34th Annual Tampa Edition, PRIDE Bowling Night at Dunedin Lanes, Tampa Bay Pride Band's "PARRANDA", for the ladies - LickHer Lounge "Pop-Up" event at The Saint, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE



LOCAL EVENT


Join Us Wednesdays at 9pm for Karaoke & Cocktails. And Dont forget those $4 Lemon Drops. Come and Sing Your Heart Out with thier rotating Cast of Hosts, Rockell Blu, Tim Seward & Chevy! GET ALL THE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


The 34th Annual Tampa Bay International Gay & Lesbian Film Festival Tampa Edition is Thursday, October 5th to Sunday, October 8th, 2023. The Program is LIVE and Tickets are on sale. GET TICKETS & MORE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED - DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON
C
ome Out St. Pete is celebrating its 6th year of diversity, inclusion and living a true and authentic life. October 14th 11am to 4pm. In recognition of National Coming Out Day, celebrated on October 11th each year. This year we're excited to bring back our, Second Annual, Family Day Celebration in Historic Kenwood's Seminole Park, GET ALL THE INFO HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 10/5/23. This week: The Big Gay Radio Show ended up raising over $1600 for WMNF Community Radio!Thank you so much to everyone who donated, as well as those who listen every week. Esme Russell returns from the 30th anniversary of her 1993 Miss Florida FI win, to talk about her experience as a former, her process becoming an ordained minister,and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay. Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE

LOCAL EVENT

The Tampa Bay Pride Band
, Saturday, October 7, 2023 Presents: “Parranda: A Celebration of Culture,” a captivating community band concert in the heart of Tampa. Talented LGBTQ+ members, bringing together the splendor of fine arts and the richness of diverse cultures to the HCC Performing Arts Center in Ybor. TICKETS & MORE INFO HERE


LOCAL EVENT


Sunday, October 8, 2023. The Saint Speakeasy will covert into the LickHer Lounge for a Pop Up event, or as we like to say, a LickHer Pop! Experience a classy yet edgy vibe in a space for women who enjoy the company of other women, and where authenticity is fully embraced. GET TICKETS & INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


PRIDE BOWLING NIGHT at Dunedin Lanes, Thursday, October 5, 2023, $10 admission includes Unlimited Cosmic Bowling (10pm-2am) includes shoes. Midnight DIVA Show featuring Jocelyn Summers and Special Guests: Darcel Stevens and Esme Russell! MORE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


Found Family Collective Fundraising Event:The Inaugural Pride Professional Networking for a Cause on October 4, 2023 starting at 4:30pm. A professional networking event for the LGBTQ+ community & allies at Mergeculture in Tampa. Benefitting: Found Family Collective! GET INFO & RSVP HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 9/28/23. This week: Florida Puppy 2022, Stolas Sloughwycke, to talk about what pet-play is, their Pup-Story, the community spaces available for pups, and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay. Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE
TAMPA BAY GAY TV

9/25 - 10/1/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: The 34th Annual TIGLFF and Opening Night at the Tampa Theater, Miss & Mr Come Out St Pete 2024 (Veronica Vixen & Silver Foxx), Save the Date and get tickets for Spooky Empire's 20th Anniversary in Orlando, Support our local LGBTQ+ and Ally Businesses, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE


LOCAL NEWS
The LGBTQ Resource Center in Gulfport, FL is pleased to announce three, $2000.00 Academic Scholarships for LGBTQ individuals residing/ working in Pinellas County, FL. BranchOUT Applications are open now and the Deadline is September 29, 2023. GET APPLICATION & INFO HERE
LOCAL EVENT
EPIC Generations September 2023 Events. Join them for fun, friendship and support. Events are FREE and open to all LGBTQ+ and Ally seniors 55+ regardless of HIV status. Transportation is available by request. MORE INFO HERE
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
DIGITAL REPLAY

THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 9/21/23. This week: Angelique Young-Cavalier and Brianna Summers. We were able to talk about Angelique’s big announcement, Brianna’s first charity event with American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, queerbaiting within the community and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay. Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


TAMPA BAY GAY TV


9/18 - 9/24/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: "UnDead In The Water: The Breach" Nautical Haunted Attraction, Pasco Pride's "KINK 101 Showcase" at the Lady's Room, Come Out St Pete's - Come Out As You Are Pageant at the VFW 39, the Tampa Bay Pride Band's - "Parranda" at HCC, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE



LOCAL EVENT

Come OUT St Pete's will have the 4th Annual Come OUT As You Are Royal Court Pageant on September 24, 2023 at the VFW Post 39 in St Pete. Contestants are encouraged to get Registered early. GET DETAILS & MORE INFO HERE


SPECIAL REPORT

EVENT RE-CAP
ONLINE 9/20/23
Howl O Scream at Busch Gardens Tampa.
CHECK OUT OUR COVERAGE HERE

LOCAL EVENT


Saturday 9/23/23
Join Pasco Pride for a night of kinky, sapphic exploration at The Lady's Room! The night will feature live, hands-on demos of rope bondage, followed by an informative Q&A panel and King show. Come prepared to learn and experiment, and be ready to leave eager to try new things! Come dressed to impress. MORE INFO HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 9/14/23. This week: Lilith Black we were able to talk about what it means to be non-binary, the treatment of non-binary individuals within the LGBTQIA+ community, coming out as non-binary, their story, and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay! Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


TAMPA BAY GAY TV


9/11 - 9/17/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: Found Family Collective Tea & Trivia, METRO FREE HIV Testing & Weekly Events, Silver Foxx benefit show at ZIPPERZ, Save the Date October Film Festivals - TIGLFF locally and stay-cation in Ft Lauderdale with the OUTshine Film Festival, a Re-Cap of How-O-Scream Opening Night, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE



LOCAL EVENT


Found Family Collective: Grab a friend and join us for a special fundraising Trivia Night on Saturday, September 16th. Trivia starts at 4:30 and we will be giving away prizes for first, second, and third place! Our friends at Kaleisia will donate 20 percent of all sales from 4-7 to the FFC! GET INFO & RSVP HERE

SPECIAL REPORT

PERSONAL POWER: TOOLS & TIPS.
Our Contributing Writer: Lissa E. Bradford, gives some insight on: "Turn Down the Drama Volume: Practical tips for living with minimal drama, no matter what..." Drama. It's literally all around us, every minute of every day. At least that's what social media and television would like us to believe. READ MORE HERE


LOCAL EVENT


Silver Foxx Benefit Show: The Journey to Mr Come Out St Pete. The benefit show is at Zipperz Bar on Sept. 17, with proceeds going to a local charity. Two shows at 7:30 & 8:30pm with a star-studded lineup including: Vivion Rachel Harris Clarke, RJ VynSuazion, Lady Liemont, Lexx De La Mer, Lilith Black, James Cass DJing and so many more! Raffles Prizes, 50/50 and more. GET MORE INFO HERE


DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 9/7/23. This week: we are joined by Joanna Grosso, a bisexual traffic anchor with Cox Media Group Tampa, coming on to talk about their story, biphobia within the community, and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay! Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


TAMPA BAY GAY TV


9/4 - 9/10/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: Events Include: Two Come OUT St Pete Bingo's (Hosts: Alexis DeLaMer & Georgia Moore), PRIDE Bowling Night (Jocelyn Summers and Special Guests: Rockell Blu & Olivia Rae Taylor), BULGE's Gear Night at The Garage, EPIC Generations 55+ Group September Events, a recap from Halloween Horror Nights Orlando 2023, and more.WATCH THE VIDEO HERE



SPECIAL REPORT


EVENT RE-CAP
ONLINE NOW

We check out Halloween Horror Nights 32 - NEVER GO ALONE. Coverage includes Food, Haunted Houses, Scare Zones, Tribute Store & More. CHECK OUT OUR COVERAGE HERE

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

LOCAL EVENT


PRIDE BOWLING NIGHT at Dunedin Lanes, Thursday, Septmeber 7, 2023, $10 admission includes Unlimited Cosmic Bowling (10pm-2am) includes shoes. Midnight DIVA Show featuring Jocelyn Summers and Special Guests: Rockell Blu and Olivia Rae Taylor! MORE INFO HERE


DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 8/31/23. Veronica Foxx, recently featured on WFLA News Channel 8 for the second annual Miss Daytime competition, to talk about their story, "McConnelling", and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay! Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


TAMPA BAY GAY TV


8/28-9/3/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: Hurricane Idalia in our area, METRO Events - Youth Nights and YOGA, LGBTQ Resource Center's BranchOUT Scholarships, Pasco Pride '24 date announced, Halloween Horror Nights Orlando 2023, and more.WATCH THE VIDEO HERE



LOCAL EVENT

GEAR NIGHT at The Garage on Central! BULGE Boys and dancers will entertain the crowd in themed gear, fun sexy games, PRIZES include a $25 BULGE Gift Card at the end of the night!
Come join Robbie, Vernon and Daddy G in your best MILITARY gear. GET MORE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


DRAG QUEEN BINGO
Tuesday, September 5, Come help support Come OUT St Pete with a fun night of GAY BINGO with Alexis De La Mer. There are PRIZES, 50/50 Raffle and more!The Games start at 8:30pm GET ALL THE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT

Drag Queen Bingo
with Georgia Moore at the Pesky Pelican on September 6th, starting at 7pm. Win great prizes and have a great time supporting Come OUT St Pete. GET MORE INFO HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 8/24/23. This week: Chris Gibson stops by to discuss his YouTube channel, looking your best while aging, his story and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay! Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


TAMPA BAY GAY TV


8/21-8/27/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: Lissa Bradford's New Column: Personal Power Tools & Tips "DRAMA...", EPIC's STRIKE OUT! at Dunedin Lanes, OUTSHINE At-Home Film & Save The Date for the Ft Lauderdale Ed., Busch Gardens Bier Fest, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE



LOCAL EVENTS


EPIC Generations
AUGUST 2023 Events
. Join them for fun, friendship and support. Events are FREE and open to all LGBTQ+ seniors 55+ regardless of HIV status. Transportation is available by request. MORE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


OVERVIEW
The final countdown is on for the impending doom that awaits guests at Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights. Select nights September 1 through November 4, the world’s premier Halloween event is back with 10 eerily immersive haunted houses, five terrifying scare zones, outrageous live entertainment and so much more that brings to life top icons in horror and chilling original stories, including one that resurrects a bit of Universal’s past. GET TICKETS & INFO HERE


LOCAL EVENT

HOUSE SUMMARY
The countdown begins for Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando Resort as the destination announces additional all-new terrifying haunted houses, including “The Exorcist: Believer,” inspired by the new film, “Chucky: Ultimate Kill Count”, “Universal Monsters: Unmasked,” and so many more. GET TICKETS & INFO HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 8/17/23. This week: We were joined by Jose Alomar from Puravida of Saint Petersburg to talk about their Grand Opening, their story, and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay! Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


TAMPA BAY GAY TV


8/14-8/20/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: Karaoke Wednesdays and the MR QUENCH competition at Quench Lounge, EPIC's STRIKE OUT Fundraiser, TIGLFF's Monthly A-List Film Selection - "Saving Face", METRO Events this week, Creative Loafing's Best Of The Bay 2023, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE



LOCAL EVENT


Bier Fest at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Celebrates Six Years of Oktoberfest Inspired Festivities with Longest Run of Event and All-New Bites, Brews. 15 newly created menu items inspired by classic German flavors, enjoy 60 brews from regions near and far, live music from rising local artists and more. Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from July 21 through Sept. 4. GET INFO & MORE HERE

LOCAL EVENT

Join us for EPIC's 16th Annual STRIKE OUT! At Dunedin Lanes, on Saturday, August 26 form 6-9pm. This is the biggest fundraiser for the Summer. Come dressed as your favorite Super Hero or Villian. GET MORE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT

Join Us Wednesdays at 9pm for Karaoke & Cocktails. And Dont forget those $4 Lemon Drops. Come and Sing Your Heart Out with thier rotating Cast of Hosts, Rockell Blu, Tim Seward & Chevy! GET ALL THE INFO HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 8/10/23. This week: David Borman from Tampa Bay Gay joins us! We are so grateful for all the support Tampa Bay Gay gives our show! It was great being able to talk to him about the story behind their website and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay! Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE

TAMPA BAY GAY TV


8/7-8/13/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: Karaoke Tuesday's with James Cass at ZIPPERZ Bar, EPIC Generations 55+ Group with Veterans Coffee & a James Museum visit, We are a guest on THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW Thursday, be a part of Vyn Suazion's Music Video shoot, Come Out St Pete's - Come Out As You Are Pageant, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE



ENTERTAINMENT NEWS


HEARTSTOPPER Season 2! It's almost time to show the world what love is made of. Here is the Official Trailer and New Photos for Heartstopper Season 2, premiering on August 3, 2023, only on Netflix. Eight episodes. WATCH THE TRAILER HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


COMMON COURTESY TV 8/9/23 New Episode: Buckle up as we delve into boundary crossing behaviors at concerts with our seasoned performer guest, Dr. Beverly Boyarski aka Silver Foxx. Listen to her captivating stories of audacious audience antics, offering a unique perspective on the recent Cardi B concert debacle. WATCH IT HERE

LOCAL NEWS


Check out the latest arrivals to The Big Gay Merch Store! Now available, The Big Gay Hoodie, Phone Cases, and Apple Watch Bands! All profits go directly to supporting 88.5 FM, WMNF Community Radio and The Big Gay Radio Show! BROWSE THE MERCH HERE

LOCAL EVENT


TIGLFF's A-List Film Series pick for August is "Saving Face". Showing August 20, 2023 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


Come join us and spend an afternoon/sunset on Saturday, August 12 at Sand Key Beach to film the music video for Mr Vyn Suazion's, "WITHOUT YOU" from the newly released STORIES EP! This is a BEACH POTLUCK-Style event, so please feel free to bring all your beach swag and play, and we welcome something to share! GET MORE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT

2nd Sunday Pool Party, August 13, 2023. It's a great time and a fun way to donate to a local charity. $20 includes a Cook Out, Pirate Punch and Beer. LIVE DJ, A BULGE Fashion Show at 2pm with Robert Rigsby. Proceeds benefit the Montanita Animal Rescue Society. MORE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT

Sunday, August 6, 2023 is the Sunday T-Dance and Come Out St Pete Royal Court Show at The Garage on Central. There is New Merch and a 50/50. Gotta be "In It To Win It" for Your Shot at the CA$H! GET MORE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


On Tuesday, August 1, Come help support THE BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS of Tampa Bay with a fun night of BIG GAY BINGO with Alexis De La Mer. There are PRIZES, 50/50 Raffle and more!The Games start at 8:30pm GET ALL THE INFO HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 8/3/23. This week: Apollo Infiniti joins us and thank you so much to everyone who has supported our show over the last year! We talked about Apollo’s name change journey, Donald Trump’s third indictment and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay! Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


TAMPA BAY GAY TV


7/31-8/6/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: Big Gay Bingo with Alexis De La Mer at Quench Lounge for the Boys & Girls clubs of Tampa Bay, Pride Bowling Night at Dunedin Lanes with Jocelyn Summers, Veronica Vixen, and Lady Janet, Closet Ball 2024 at Southern Nights Tampa - Date Announced and Registration Open, Heartstopper Season 2, Recap of EPCOT's Food & Wine Festival, and more.WATCH THE VIDEO HERE


LOCAL EVENT


PRIDE BOWLING NIGHT at Dunedin Lanes, Thursday, August 3, 2023, $10 admission includes Unlimited Cosmic Bowling (10pm-2am) includes shoes. Midnight DIVA Show featuring Jocelyn Summers and Special Guests: Veronica Vixen and Lady Janet! MORE INFO HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


COMMON COURTESY TV 7/26/23 New Episode: The controversial new Black History curriculum from the Florida Board of Education. Join Nikki Prue and Shawn Nikolas, as they passionately dissect this baffling perspective, voicing our outrage at this audacious distortion of a painful past. A Conversation On Modern Society From An LGBTQ+ Perspective! WATCH IT HERE


LOCAL EVENT


Howl-O-Scream at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Announces Limited-Time Sinister Sale, Provides Savings of 70 Percent on Single-Night Event Tickets, through July 30, 2023. GET TICKETS & INFO HERE


DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 7/27/23. This week: The Crew is together talking about Barbie the Movie, sexual assault within bars, and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay!Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE

TAMPA BAY GAY TV


7/24-7/30/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include:
Metro Events - Spill the Tea Group meeting, FREE HIV & STI Testing and MPox Vaccines, TIGLFF Presents Daphne Ferraro's "The Evolution of Drag, Drag Through the Decades", Jobsite Theater's LIZZIE, Busch Gardens Bier Fest and Sinister Sale, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE


ENTERTAINMENT NEWS


Amber, Ultra Naté and Jocelyn Enriquez celebrate 25th anniversary of STARS ON 54 track “If You Could Read My Mind” from the 54 soundtrack with release of new remixes of the hit single. LISTEN HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


COMMON COURTESY TV 7/19/23 New Episode: Ever had a moment when your style was questioned or criticized? We've all been there, and as your hosts, Nikki Prue and Shawn Nikolas, can attest to that. We take you on a heartfelt conversation inspired by the recent backlash Nicole Kidman received over her 2022 Vanity Fair cover . A Conversation On Modern Society From An LGBTQ+ Perspective! WATCH IT HERE


SPEICIAL EVENT


Merry Christmas in July? Yes, and only at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Guests can have the opportunity to combine the frights of a haunted house with the joy of the holiday season. Scary and Merry, on July 25 from 12-4pm, is an immersive experience that will include the option of a lights-on walkthrough of The Residence haunted house from this year’s Howl-O-Scream event, and/or any early opportunity to meet Santa. GET INFO & TICKETS HERE


DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 7/20/23. This week: Indya Snatch to talk about their story, their drag journey. All things LGBTQIA, Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE

TAMPA BAY GAY TV


7/17-7/23/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: MAD Theatre of Tampa's THE PROM, Pasco Pride Fundraiser at The Lady's Room Hosted by Vyn Suazion, TIGLFF A-list Film at the Green Light Cinema, Win Tickets for "The Evolution of Drag, Drag Through the Decades" Presented by TIGLFF & Daphne Ferraro, Tampa FRINGE's LIVE Friday show Stroke of Genius, and more. , and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE



LOCAL EVENT

Friday's at the FRINGE Theatre in Ybor is the Stroke of Genius. Dr. Walter Winkworth-Pérez has devoted the past decade of his academic career to the study and preservation of a highly specialized art form. His research has made him the world's foremost expert on pantomime masturbation conventions dating back to ancient Greece. 18+ Comedy. GET TICKETS & INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENTS


EPIC Generations
JULY 2023 Events
. Join them for fun, friendship and support. Events are FREE and open to all LGBTQ+ seniors 55+ regardless of HIV status. Transportation is available by request. MORE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


MAD Theatre of Tampa presents the regional premiere of The Prom at the University of South Florida’s Theatre 1, July 14 - 22, 2023. The careers of four eccentric Broadway stars are struggling and they desperately need a new stage upon which to shine bright once more. GET TICKETS & INFO HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 7/13/23. This week: Enigma’s, Daphne Ferraro, and Orlando’s, April Fresh to talk about their show The Evolution of Drag - Drag Through the Decades, their story and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay! Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


LOCAL EVENT
TIGLFF's A-List Film Series pick for July is "Priscilla Queen of the Desert". Showing July 23, 2023 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

CONTEST


ENTER NOW TO WIN a Pair of Tickets to The Evolution of Drag, Drag Through the Decades at the Palladium in St. Pete. Sunday, July 30, 2023. Contest open to those 18+, 1 winner and ends 7/24/23. GET ALL THE DETAILS HERE

LOCAL EVENT

Pasco Pride and The Lady's Room are taking you back to the 90's! Hosted by the coolest kid on the block Mr. Vyn Suazion Come in your best 90's outfit and dance the night away!Performances by Drea Drizzy and James Jackson. Winners of the best 90's outfit win a $25 bar/food tab! GET MORE INFO HERE

ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
HAPPY PRIDE and for those 21+ Barefoot Wine Launches Bubbly Sweet Rosé Pride Edition. As we celebrate and encourage the LGBTQ+ community to shine and share their true selves. CHECK OUT THE BOTTLE & MORE INFO

SPECIAL REPORT

PERSONAL POWER: TOOLS & TIPS. Our New Contributing Writer: Lissa E. Bradford, gives some insight on: How do we communicate our needs and speak our truth to family and friends? Who is our family or tribe? Who are our trusted people? As we mark Pride Month, it's a great time to assess our emotional support systems and how we communicate our specific needs to family and friends. The energies of the people we have around us that are safe, nurturing, and positive can be a huge help as we navigate the challenges of life! READ MORE HERE


TAMPA BAY GAY TV


7/10-7/16/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: Rockell Blu's Birthday at Quench Lounge, Found Family Collective's Active Shooter/Aggressor Course taught by Weapon Brand, Metro Events including +Charged Group and 50 or Better Coffee Talk, TIGLFF & Daphne Ferraro Present "The Evolution of Drag, Drag Through the Decades", and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE


SPECIAL EVENT


Found Family Collective Presents: Active shooter/aggression defense training taught by Weapon Brand on July 15, 2023 at 11am, We hope you'll never need this training but we'd rather you have the skills you need in case a gay bar, Drag story hour, pride event or even your regular workplace should become the target of active shooter or aggressive violence. 50 FREE spots available. RSVP & INFO HERE



DIGITAL REPLAY


COMMON COURTESY TV 7/12/23 New Episode: We talk with LaQuana Santiago, a singer and former employee of Zoie's, a once-thriving business in St. Petersburg, FL, that closed its doors unexpectedly. Together, we unravel his experiences, the low points, his resilience, and the lessons learned from the abrupt end of Zoie's. A Conversation On Modern Society From An LGBTQ+ Perspective! WATCH IT HERE

LOCAL EVENT


Join Us Wednesday, July 12 at 9pm. Karaoke, Trivia & Show hostess, Rockell Blu turns... no idea! Celebrate this Queen's special day as she works to make you sound like a star on this birthday episode of Karaoke & Cocktails. And with those $4 Lemon Drops, she's a cheap date! Show our girl some love & have a great time doing it! GET ALL THE INFO HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 7/6/23. This week: Julius C. Vaughn talking with them about Meta’s new app Threads, Julius’s story, their former brand FatMarker, and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay! Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


TAMPA BAY GAY TV


7/3-7/9/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include:Pride Bowling's 14th Anniversary special Drag show with Jocelyn Summers, Darcel Stevens, and Special Guest Hazel E Genevieve, EPIC Generations 55+ Group Events, Jobsite presents LIZZIE, Found Family Collective and Weapon Brand's: Active Shooter/Aggressor Training course, Re-Cap of our St Pete Pride and Queer-E-Okee coverage, and more.. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE


LOCAL EVENT


PRIDE BOWLING NIGHT at Dunedin Lanes, Thursday, July 6, 2023, $10 admission includes Unlimited Cosmic Bowling (10pm-2am) includes shoes. Midnight DIVA Show featuring Jocelyn Summers and Special Guests: Darcel Stevens & Hazel E Genevieve! MORE INFO HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


COMMON COURTESY TV 6/28/23 New Episode: Exclusive backstage pass at St. Pete's Pride! Join us as we chat with the incredibly talented Adryon and Vanessa, two fabulous singers who have been touring the US with the amazing Idina Menzel. Hear all about their incredible experiences, and their excitement about St. Pete's Pride. A Conversation On Modern Society From An LGBTQ+ Perspective! WATCH IT HERE

SPECIAL EVENT

Fairgrounds St. Pete, Tampa Bay’s premier immersive art and technology museum, launches its second annual Pride Immersive Experience with a mesmerizing display of cosmic colors surrounded by the works of over 70 local and international artists. Featuring four signature installations transformed by rainbows in honor of Pride month now through June 30, 2023. GET INFO & TICKETS



DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 6/29/23. This week: Tommy Whitehead joins us to talk about his role with Tampa Bay Bears, his new non-profit, Pride Construction Coalition, their story, and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay! Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE

TAMPA BAY GAY TV


6/26-7/2/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: Big Gay Bingo with Alexis De La Mer at Quench Lounge for the BIG GAY RADIO SHOW & 88.5 WMNF, St Pete Pride's TRANSTASTIC at Museum of Fine Arts, QUEER-E-OKEE with Carson Kressley at the Palladium, METRO Events - Trans Feminine Support Group, Queer Teen Hangout Night, FREE HIV & STI Testing, Re-Cap of our St Pete Pride Coverage, and more.. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE



ST PETE PRIDE EVENT

St Pete Pride - Come celebrate with us at Transtastic this Wednesday, June 28th, at 6pm at the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg, Florida. All are welcome! Join us for an evening showcasing a variety of talent, artistry, and more from our community. Guests will meander through both indoor and outdoor museum spaces enjoying appetizers and a cash bar. GET INFO & TICKETS HERE

LOCAL EVENTS


EPIC Generations
June 2023 Events
. Join them for fun, friendship and support. Events are FREE and open to all LGBTQ+ seniors 55+ regardless of HIV status. Transportation is available by request. MORE INFO HERE

ST PETE PRIDE EVENT


St Pete Pride
- This Friday night, June 30th, Carson Kressley is coming to St. Pete to transform the Palladium Theatre into a super-gay karaoke loung, QUEER-E-OKEE so join us for this warm, whimsical evening, with comfortable seating and a full bar. VIP meet-and-greet opportunities are available. GET TICKETS & INFO HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 6/22/23. This week: we are joined by Divine AF to talk about their latest release, Flo + Debb, currently available for streaming! Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE

LOCAL EVENT

On Tuesday, June 27, Come help support 88.5 WMNF and The Big Gay Radio Show with a fun night of BOG GAY Bingo with Alexis De La Mer. 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


Tampa International Gay & Lesbian Film Festival is proud to announce a fun-filled afternoon, of the live stage performance of, The Evolution of Drag-Drag Through the Decades on July 30th! Glamazon and drag performer/producer Daphne Ferraro brings her smash hit multimedia drag extravaganza to St. Pete to remind everyone we are here, we are queer, we are proud, we matter, and we can’t be erased. GET TICKETS & INFO HERE

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TAMPA BAY GAY TV


6/19-6/25/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: Pride Bowling Special Edition for Dunedin PRIDE, Pride Night at TD Ballpark in Dunedin, St Pete Pride's Big Week: Wed - Stonewall Reception at the James Museum, - Friday Night Concert feat. Idina Menzel, Sat - TRANSMARCH, Parade & Festival, Sun - Grand Central Street Fair and Cocktails Main stage line-up, The BIG GAY BRUNCH with HOT 101.5 and the BIG GAY RADIO SHOW, a re-cap from our "Halfway to Holidays" Disney event, and more.. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE


LOCAL EVENT

PRIDE BOWLING NIGHT at Dunedin Lanes, SPECIAL DUNEDIN PRIDE EDITION Thursday, June 22, 2023, $10 admission includes Unlimited Cosmic Bowling (10pm-2am) includes shoes. Midnight DIVA Show featuring Jocelyn Summers and Special Guests: Melanie Minyon & Jade Embers! MORE INFO HERE

PRIDE EVENT
St Pete Pride’s popular Sunday street fair is Sunday, June 25th, Bringing tens of thousands of all ages to the Grand Central District to enjoy block after block of entertainment, vendors, food, community partners, and interactive carnival games. Join us at the Cocktail Main Stage for live entertainment including Tiffany, Sheena Easton and Tyler Rayn! GET INFO HERE

ST PETE PRIDE EVENT

St Pete Pride's Stonewall Reception, June 21, 2023
from 6pm-9pm. Share light bites, drinks, and entertainment with powerful luminaries including St Pete Pride sponsors, community partners, and government officials as we celebrate our progress in the beautiful James Museum and give credit to those who have made LGBTQ+ Pride possible. GET INFO & MORE HERE


PRIDE EVENT


St Pete Pride's Friday Night Concert
is June 23, 2023 starting at 6pm. This year’s concert will feature Tony Award Winnner IDINA MENZEL, Join us at Janus LIVE in St Pete. Tickets are $35.00 and On Sale NOW. TICKETS & INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT

This Week at ZOIE'S
Trivia Night, BINGO, Karaoke, DINE N' DRAG, After Dark, Sunday Brunch
and LIVE Entertainment every day. A place for everyone! Southern Comfort food with a Modern Twist. Must-Try Craft Cocktails & CBD Infused Mocktails. INFO & MENU HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 6/22/23. This week: we are joined by Divine AF to talk about their latest release, Flo + Debb, currently available for streaming! Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE

TAMPA BAY GAY TV


6/12-6/18/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: Found Family Collective's: PROTECT THE QMMUNITY Benefit Show at Crowbar, St Pete Pride's: SHADES OF PRIDE all day event at The Factory, Ticket Giveaway, PRIDE Yoga (The Mindful Prof LLC) at Studio Flava for "Queer Expression St Pete", Rainbow Recreation's: Un-Corking Diversity Wine tasting event, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE



PRIDE EVENT
Saturday, June 24th Get ready for St Pete Pride’s 21st Year! TRANS MARCH, Parade and Festival. To honor our history, celebrate our community, and create an accessible, safe place for members of the LGBTQ+ community, St Pete Pride will be hosting the largest Pride festival to date. This is a free event and open to the public. GET INFO AND MORE HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


COMMON COURTESY TV 6/14/23 New Episode: When should schools start discussing same-sex relationships and gender identity? How can we ensure LGBTQI+ students feel supported and have access to the right resources? In this thought-provoking episode, we dive into these essential questions with the help of our special guest co-host, Dr. Byron Green, Vice President of St Pete Pride. A Conversation On Modern Society From An LGBTQ+ Perspective! WATCH IT HERE


CONTEST


ENTER NOW TO WIN
a Pair of Tickets to the Friday Night Concert featuring Idina Menzel at Jannus LIVE in St. Pete. Friday, June 23, 2023. Contest open to those 18+ and there will be 2 winners and ends 6/19/23. GET ALL THE DETAILS HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 6/15/23. This week: St Pete Pride Grand Marshals, Alex Quinto (Alice Marie Gripp), a middle school guidance counselor and GLSEN Educator of the Year, to talk about their story, the effects of The Don’t Say Gay Law, and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay! Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE

ST PETE PRIDE EVENT

St Pete Pride Presents: SHADES OF PRIDE a Juneteenth Celebration Hosted by TS Madison, June 17, 2023 from 3pm-3am at The FACTORY St Pete. There are multiple events scheduled througout the day and night. This is a FREE Event fgor those 18+. GET INFO & MORE HERE

LOCAL EVENT


June 17, 2023 at 10am Come celebrate Pride month by moving your body for a good cause. Queer yoga instructors in the area are putting together a yoga charity event in Tampa to benefit Queer Expression St Pete. The theme of the event, “Strength in Solidarity,” is inspired by NYC Pride. GET TICKETS & INFO HERE

SPECIAL EVENT


June 15, 2023 Protect the Qmmunity: A Concert Benefiting Found Family Collective at the CROWBAR in Ybor. Do You Love music? Want to fund the work to enrich the lives of the LGBTQ Qmmunity? Join us for a local concert with some awesome bands! GET TICKETS & INFO

SPECIAL EVENT

Father's Day isn't easy for everyone. If your father has passed away, or if he just doesn't accept you being gay bi or trans, or if your relationship with him is complicated and you need some place to be, Found Family Collective is hosting a free event on Fathers Day. Please share! No one should be alone in their grief. GET TICKETS & INFO HERE


LOCAL EVENT


"Uncorking Diversity" A Wine Tasting Celebration of Minority-Owned Wineries on Monday, June 19. This event celebrates the diversity of our community with a focus on minority-owned wineries, LGBTQ+, women-owned wineries, and African-American winemakers. There will be entertainment throughout the night. Come support a great cause and benefiting non-profit The FitzLane Project. GET MORE INFO HERE


DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 6/8/23. This week: We were able to raise our total for this pledge drive to over $1,300 for WMNF Community Radio and we had a great time doing it while celebrating Chris’s birthday! Thank you so much to all of our donors and listeners who tune in every week! Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


DIGITAL REPLAY


COMMON COURTESY TV 6/7/23 New Episode: What does it truly mean to create an inclusive space for everyone in the LGBTQ+ community, particularly for trans performers? Tune in as we examine the ongoing battle for equality and recognition for everyone in the LGBTQ+ community, and celebrate our differences in this insightful and thought-provoking episode. A Conversation On Modern Society From An LGBTQ+ Perspective! WATCH IT HERE


TAMPA BAY GAY TV


6/5-6/11/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: Our Newest column: Lissa Bradford's, PERSONAL POWER: Tools and Tips, the Bear Pride Glow Party at Quench Lounge with a pop-up BULGE shop to gear up, the St Pete Pride Grand Marshals announced, LGBTQ+ Youth & Family Day, also tickets on sale now for all events, a re-cap from the Fairgrounds St Pete's Immersive Pride Experience, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

ST PETE PRIDE EVENT

LGBTQ+ Youth and Family Day, June 10, 2023 from 10am-2pm.This joy-filled event will bring thousands of LGBTQ+ youth, queer families and allies to North Straub Park for this one-of-a-kind Pride event. Last year’s event was a remarkable reflection of St. Pete’s diverse and open-minded community, with many of the attendees being ally families. Guests will enjoy family-focused activities, vendors, and main stage performances. GET INFO & MORE HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


COMMON COURTESY TV 5/31/23 New Episode: Gulfport Pride kicks off Pride Month this weekend and Benefits Local Organization, LGBTQ Resource Center; we talk to President, Susan Gore this week! Susan fills us in on Gulfport Florida PRIDE 2023; we also learn about the work amazing from the resource center! ArtOUT, ReadOUT, and more! Saturday, June 3 all along Beach Blvd S in downtown Gulfport! The festival goes from 10a to 8p, followed by the after-parties!
WATCH THE REPLAY HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 6/1/23. This week: Latrice Royale was absolutely enchanting!!!! Thank you so much to Latrice for joining us and thank you so much to Ruth Eckerd Hall for making this interview happen! Check out our exclusive interview with Latrice and catch Latrice Royale at The Nancy and David Bilheimer Capitol Theatre this Saturday, June 3rd! Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE

LOCAL EVENT


Come OUT St Pete is Proud to Present our 5th Annual 2023 Pride Game experience at Tropicana Field! Join Us on June 10th @ 4:10 PM as your Tampa Bays Rays host the Texas Rangers to Celebrate Pride in The Rays Club & Suites! Only 35 tickets available so get them while they last! MORE INFO & PURCHASE TICKETS HERE

ST PETE PRIDE EVENT

GET NUDE: DRIPPIN' IN MELANIN, June 10, 2023 A St. Pete Pride Party, you DEFINITELY don't want to miss this year. A room full of the most beautiful, flyest Black Queer Women in all of Florida dressed in their grown & sexy shades of melanin. GET INFO & MORE HERE

LOCAL EVENT


PRIDE BOWLING NIGHT at Dunedin Lanes, Thursday, June 1, 2023, $10 admission includes Unlimited Cosmic Bowling (10pm-2am) includes shoes. Midnight DIVA Show featuring Jocelyn Summers and Special Guests: Esme Russell & Amamnda D'Hrod! MORE INFO HERE

TAMPA BAY GAY TV


5/29-6/4/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: Pride Bowling Night at Dunedin Lanes with a Drag show feat. Jocelyn Summers, Amanda D'Hrod & Esme Russell, St Pete Pride's Kick-Off Block Party, Contest Alert: Win Tickets for the Friday Night Concert feat. Idina Menzel, PRIDE at Pickled in Pasco, Save The Date: Rainbow Recreation's "Uncorking Diversity", and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE


PRIDE EVENT


St Pete Pride KICK OFF BLOCK PARTY, June 2, 2023. Start off Pride Month right on Central Avenue from the 22nd to the 23rd Blocks. This FREE Event is happening from 7-10pm includes music, entertainment, and more! GET MORE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


PRIDE at Pickled! Saturday, June 3, 2023 from 1-4pm! Let's bring some Pride to Pasco this June!
You can make a rainbow suncatcher with all the proceeds going to The Trevor Project. We will have tshirts from The Key 2 Merch and raising money for Equality Florida. Please bring your flags to hang along US-41. GET INFO & DIRECTIONS

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 6/1/23. This week: Latrice Royale was absolutely enchanting!!!! Thank you so much to Latrice for joining us and thank you so much to Ruth Eckerd Hall for making this interview happen! Check out our exclusive interview with Latrice and catch Latrice Royale at The Nancy and David Bilheimer Capitol Theatre this Saturday, June 3rd! Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


LOCAL EVENTS


EPIC Generations
May 2023 Events.
Join them for fun, friendship and support. Events are FREE and open to all LGBTQ+ seniors 55+ regardless of HIV status. Transportation is available by request. MORE INFO HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 5/25/23. This week: Brianna Summers to talk about thier story and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay! Ticket giveawat to see Latrice Royale! Thank you so much Ruth Eckerd Hall and Nancy and David Bilheimer Capitol Theatre. Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


DIGITAL REPLAY

COMMON COURTESY TV 5/17/23 New Episode: Recently Co-Organizing #drag2talle, Local Drag Star And LGBTQ+ Activist, Brianna Summers Guest Star! Brianna talks about producing shows in Florida with upcoming laws introduced in legislation. Hot Topic Of The Week - Hernando County Teacher Under Investigation For Showing The Disney Movie "Strange World" to a Fifth-grade classroom.
WATCH THE REPLAY HERE

TAMPA BAY GAY TV


5/22-5/28/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include:Drag Bingo at ZOIE'S with Alexis De La Mer for Diversity Arts, Beach Party with Juno Vibranz at Quench Lounge, St Pete Pride's Friday Night Concert Announcement, the Kick Off Block Party with a special message from Nicole Berman, Business Owners get in our Directory for FREE and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE



DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 5/18/23. This week: We can’t wait to talk with Jay Miah, Blu Dream. It’s Bryan’s Birthday Special! For his birthday, we are bringing in Tampa Bay’s best performers to talk about all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay! Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE



SPECIAL EVENT

Found Family Collective Presents it's second LGBTQ+ Self -Defense course, FREE to attend. Saturday, May 20, 2023 at CrossFit ABF in Clearwater. RSVP & MORE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT
TIGLFF
's A-List Film Series pick for May is "Love! Valour! Compassion!". Showing May 21, 2023 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

TAMPA BAY GAY TV


5/15-5/21/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: St Pete Pride Grand Marshal Nominations and their All-Access Ticket Raffle, TIGLFF's A-List Film at Greenlight Cinema, The Big Gay Pool Party at Casa del Merman for The Big Gay Radio Show, Tampa Fringe Holdover shows and more. . WATCH THE VIDEO HERE



LOCAL EVENT

Join 88.5 FM WMNF Community Radio, The Big Gay Radio Show, and Casa Del Merman,for the BIG GAY POOL PARY! There will be a 50/50 raffle benefiting The Big Gay Radio Show and WMNF Community Radio, as well as complimentary grilled hotdogs, Caribbean Punch and beer! GET MORE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


The Tampa Fringe HOLDOVER Shows! Six of the Best Selling and Award Winners are back fro one more performance.. Join us May 19–21 in historic Ybor City! GET SHOW INFO, TICEKTS, & MORE HERE

LOCAL NEWS

St Pete Pride Grand Marshal Nominations are open now! Whether their work is in social justice, health & wellness, education, ciliv rights, economic equality, or community building, we want to honor those that are seen as role models, change-makers, and leaders. Nominations will be open from May 11 through May 20th. GET INFO & LINK TO VOTE



DIGITAL REPLAY


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 5/11/23. This week: Karly Johnson from the band CRØWNZ will be joining us to talk about the story behind their band and their upcoming events! CRØWNZ is one of the many talented performers who will be entertaining audiences during this years St Pete Pride events! Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY

COMMON COURTESY TV 5/10/23 New Episode: Nikki Silva Guest Stars and shares their Experience At A Local Venue; bravely sharing her story. Inspired By Lilith Black's Story, We Receive an Anonymous Viewer Letter From A Community Member Sharing Their Experience.
WATCH THE REPLAY HERE

TAMPA BAY GAY TV


5/8-5/14/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: Tampa FRINGE 2023, EPIC Generations Group Events, Happy Mother's Day, Found Family Collective's Mourning Mother's Day event, Come Out St Pete's Pool Party Fundraiser at Casa del Merman, checking out BULGE 2.0 and moreWATCH THE VIDEO HERE



LOCAL EVENT


The 7th annual performing arts festival! The Tampa Fringe is an international festival of indie performance: From stand up and improv, to theatre and dance, to weird performance art — at reasonable rates, so you can watch’em all! Join us May 10–14 in historic Ybor City! GET SHOW INFO, TICEKTS, & MORE HERE

LOCAL EVENT


Join Come OUT St Pete at Casa de Merman on Sunday, May 14, for our Pool Party T-dance Fundraiser! Starring our 2023 Royal Court Rockell Blu, Adam Cole, and Ceazia Giovanni Kreshe! Pool Games, 50/50 raffle, hot dogs w/fixins, refreshments and More! Event is 18+ with a $20 cover for a day of fun in the sun! GET INFO HERE


LOCAL EVENT


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 5/4/23. This week: 2022-2023, Miss Florida Royal Pride of Nations Newcomer, Keirra Ka'oir Summers, to talk about their story and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay! Topics Include: News, Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


SPECIAL EVENT


Mother's Day isn't easy. If your mother has passed away, or if she just doesn't accept you being gay bi or trans, or if your relationship with her is complicated and you need some place to be, Found Family Collective is hosting a free event on Mothers Day. Please share! No one should be alone in their grief. GET TICKETS & INFO HERE


TAMPA BAY GAY TV


5/1-5/7/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: Opening of BULGE Apparel & Gifts 2nd Store in St Pete, Pride Bowling at Dunedin Lanes with Jocelyn Summers, Veronica Vixen & Brianna Summers, 88.5 WMNF's Tropical Heatwave at the Cuban Club, Tampa FRINGE 2023, Found Family Collective's Mother's Day event, and more. On location: ZIPPERS Bar in Gulfport. and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE


DIGITAL REPLAY


COMMON COURTESY TV 5/3/23 New Episode:
Lilith Black, shares her story about working at the Bay Area's Recent Addition To Down Town St Petersburg... Episode may have been removed from YouTube. A Cease and Desist was issued to Shawn Nicolas and Common Courtesy TV in reagrds to this Episode. WATCH THE REPLAY HERE

LOCAL EVENT


Tropical Heatwave is BACK and it’s HOTTER than EVER! On May 6, 2023 in Ybor. You do NOT want to miss the return of 88.5 WMNF’s signature event and one of Florida’s favorite music festivals. Musical guests include: Shemekia Copeland, Eilen Jewell Band, Seratones, GA-20 and more! GET TICKETS & INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT

PRIDE BOWLING NIGHT at Dunedin Lanes, Thursday, May 4, 2023, $10 admission includes Unlimited Cosmic Bowling (10pm-2am) includes shoes. Midnight DIVA Show featuring Jocelyn Summers and Special Guests: Veronica Vixen & Brianna Summers! MORE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENTS


EPIC Generations
April 2023 Events. Join them for fun, friendship and support. Events are FREE and open to all LGBTQ+ seniors 55+ regardless of HIV status. Transportation is available by request. MORE INFO HERE

TAMPA BAY GAY TV


4/24-4/30/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: Bingo Night with Alexis De La Mer at ZOIE'S benefiting CAMP OUT, Dining Out for Life at Habana Cafe and Quench Lounge raising money for EPIC, The MX St Pete Pride Pageant at USF St Petersburg, Final week for The Outshine Film Festival Miami Edition Closing Night, and more.. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


Drag Queen Bingo with Alexis De La Mer at ZOIE'S on April 26th, starting at 6pm. Win great prizes and have a great time supporting CAMP OUT. GET MORE INFO HERE

SPECIAL EVENT


The ReVue Show After Party
for the MX St Pete Pride Pageant. Come watch the winnders perform and enjoy and enjoy some late night food and drinks. MORE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 4/27/23. This week:
We will be joined by St Pete Pride Executive Director, Nicole Berman, Miss St. Pete Pride 2023, Delores T. Van-Cartier, and St. Pete Pride Board Member, Darius Lightsey, to talk about their story, the upcoming Mx. St. Pete Pride Pageant, the future of St. Pete Pride, and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay! Topics Include: News, Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE
THE TAMPA FRINGE SHOWS:
Festival Runs May 10-14, 2023

The Sack: A Play on Superheroes
May 11 at 10:30pm
May 13 at 5:00pm
May 14 at 8:30pm



Tampa News Force
Live
May 11 at 8:45pm
May 12 at 10:30pm
May 13 at10:30pm

The Barn Identity

May 12 at 10:30pm
May 13 at 6:45pm
May 14 at 3:30pm

Breakneck:
Romeo & Juliet

May 10 at 9:00pm
May 13 at 9:30pm
May 14 at 4:45pm


Lightbringer 2
The Chase

May 11 at 10:45pm

May 12 at 8:45pm
May 13 at 1:45pm



The Broken
Penis Story

May 12 at 8:30pm
May 13 at 4:45pm
Mat 14 at 1:30pm




Rat Man
Happy Place

May 11 at 7:15pm
May 13 at 8:30pm
May 14 at 1:45pm


Stroke of Genius Pantomime Masturbation Throughout Performing Arts History
May 12 at 10:30pm
May 13 at 6:15pm
May 14 at 1:45pm




My Year of
Saying No

May 11 at 7:00pm
May 13 at 10:00pm
May 14 at 3:15pm

SPECIAL EVENT


MX ST PETE PRIDE PAGEANT 2023
Join us, April 30th for a night of incredible entertainment, music, and fierce competition featuring the best of the area's local entertainers! Get ready to be dazzled by a grand display of creative costumes, highly artistic performances, and more sparkle than you can imagine! GET INFO & TICKETS HERE


LOCAL EVENT


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 4/20/23. This week:
Dylan Todd, a Central Florida photographer, currently working with Watermark Magazine, and Angelique Young-Cavalier, co-host of the show Common Courtesy TV and one of the many leaders stepping up for the Drag 2 Talle March on the Florida Capital. . Topics Include: News, Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE


ENTERTAINMENT NEWS


Peacock releases new Trailer for upcoming series THE GENTLE ART OF SWEDISH DEATH CLEANING. Inspired by the International Bestselling Book by Margareta Magnusson, the 8-Episode Series Premieres April 27. WATCH THE TRAILER HERE

SPECIAL EVENT


OUTshine Film Fetival Miami Edition is April 20-30, 2023. Grab your overnight bag and head to Miami. GREAT Staycation Special Room rates for Tampa Travelers. CHECK OUT THE GREAT RATES HERE

ENTERTAINMENT NEWS

InterPride, the non-profit organization that licenses the iconic WorldPride™ brand, announced today that it will honor Joel Kim Booster, Fran Drescher, Laith Ashley, and Pride 365 at the inaugural InterPride Global Gala for their collective efforts in bringing LGBTQ+ issues into the cultural consciousness. The event is April 29th. GET TICKETS & MORE INFO HERE


TAMPA BAY GAY TV


4/17-4/23/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: KARAOKE Night with Rockell Blu at Quench Lounge, Weekly Digital Replays of Common Courtesy TV and THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW, "Exercise Your Pride" benefiting METRO, WMNF's Tropical Heatwave Concert in May, Drag2Talle Rally Re-cap, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE



SPECIAL EVENT

Fundraising Event for METRO. Come out on Saturday, April 22 and Exercise Your Pride with a FREE Donation based fitness class. Your trainer is Ryan with CrossFit ABF. Come show your support and spend quality time with like minded people. GET MORE INFO HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


COMMON COURTESY TV 4/11/23 New Episode: We chat with the local artist Russell X Mania! To discuss the HOT TOPICS and more!
WATCH THE REPLAY HERE

LOCAL EVENT

Join Rockell Blu at Quench Lounge on Wednesday 4/19 night for KARAOKE and COCKTAILS. The Mic is yours starting at 9pm. Drink Specials. GET MORE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 4/13/23. This week: P.J. Salas, owner of Bulge Apparel & Gifts and Morgan Le Shade, owner of Black Rose Photography, joining us this week to help celebrate the beautiful Topics Include: News, Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE

TAMPA BAY GAY TV


4/10-4/16/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: Drag Queen Bingo w/ Alexis De La Mer at Quench for THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW, Drag2Talle Fundraisers at City Side Lounge w/ host Ericka PC, the Drag2Talle Rally, Tampa Fringe Festival Tickets and Shows in May, OUTshine Film Festival MIAMI Edition with stay-cation discounts, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE


LOCAL EVENT

Tuesday, April 10, at 8pm. Come support THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW with a fun night of Drag Queen Bingo hosted by Alexis De La Mer. Ton's of prizes, Swag, a 50/50 and LOTS of FUN! GET ALL THE INFO HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


COMMON COURTESY TV 4/4/23 New Episode: Want to have your say?
Join Us Tonight As We talk LGBTQ+ Culture and Society In Our Modern World!!.
WATCH THE REPLAY HERE

SPECIAL EVENT


SUPPORT OUR LOCAL DRAG & TRANSGENDER FAMILY - Ways to help: April 13th Fundraiser at City Sisw Lounge, Drag 2 Talle Rally on April 15th, Purchase a T-shirt or Sponsor someone to go. GET ALL THE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 4/6/23. This week: Come OUT St Pete Longsteth Family scolarship winner Jamie to talk with us about her story and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay! Topics Include: News, Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE

TAMPA BAY GAY TV


4/3-4/9/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: Pride Bowling at Dunedin Lanes, how you can support our local DRAG2TALLE group, Fundraiser at Enigma, "Drag 2 Talle" Rally in Tampa, T-shirt sales and "Drag Queen March" bus tickets, METRO Free HIV & STI Testing, Save the Date - MX St Pete Pride Pageant, and more.. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY

COMMON COURTESY TV 3/28/23 New Episode:
Want to have your say?
Join Us Tonight As We talk LGBTQ+ Culture and Society In Our Modern World!!.
WATCH THE REPLAY HERE

LOCAL EVENT


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 3/30/23. This week: Momma Ashley Rose from the Rose Dynasty Foundation to talk with us about their story and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay! Topics Include: News, Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE

LOCAL EVENT


PRIDE BOWLING NIGHT at Dunedin Lanes, Thursday, April 6, 2023, $10 admission includes Unlimited Cosmic Bowling (10pm-2am) includes shoes. Midnight DIVA Show featuring Jocelyn Summers, Darcel Stevens Special Guests: Jade Embers & Esme Russell! MORE INFO HERE

TAMPA BAY GAY TV


3/27-4/2/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: TIGLFF's Transgender Film Festival, the VIP Reception at THRIVE, Opening Night at Green Light Cinema, Come Out St Pete's Spring Fling at ZOIES, Metro Events, OUTshine Film Festival Miami Stay-cation options, Re-cap of Tampa Pride, and more. On location at Tampa Pride 2023. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE


SPECIAL EVENT


TIGLFF is proud to announce the Annual Tampa Bay Transgender Film Festival, Starting March 31, 2023! The vision is to create space grounded in and centered around the transgender community, support those in film who support our community, and to share these films with our allies. This year both in-person events & screenings as well as virtual screenings. TICKETS & INFO HERE


LOCAL EVENT

Come Out St Pete's Spring Fling T-Dance Fundraiser is on April 2, 2023 at Zoies. The show starts at 5:30 with entertainment from the Royal Court. GET ALL TH INFO HERE


DIGITAL REPLAY


COMMON COURTESY TV 3/21/23 New Season:
Local Bay Area Drag Star, Christi Spice, guest stars! We Open Up About The Movement "Drag Is Not A Crime"!. WATCH THE REPLAY HERE

LOCAL EVENTS


EPIC Generations
March 2023 Events. Join them for fun, friendship and support. Events are FREE and open to all LGBTQ+ seniors 55+ regardless of HIV status. Transportation is available by request. MORE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 3/16/23. This week: It was fantastic having both Found Family Collective and Weapon Brand Self-Defense on the show this week to discuss the importance behind their self defense training class, FREE for the LGBTQ+ community! Topics Include: News, Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE

SPECIAL EVENT


Busch Gardens
Tampa Bay’s Food &
Wine Festival
will offer guests a one-of-a-kind experience of flavor and rhythm from various latitudes of the world. Beginning on March 10, the highly anticipated event will provide guests with an elevated culinary experience and the opportunity to enjoy live musical performances from some of the most popular artists in the entertainment industry. GET ALL THE INFO HERE


LOCAL EVENT


Come OUT St Pete is Proud to Present our 5th Annual 2023 Pride Game experience at Tropicana Field! Join Us on June 10th @ 4:10 PM as your Tampa Bays Rays host the Texas Rangers to Celebrate Pride in The Rays Club & Suites! Only 35 tickets available so get them while they last! MORE INFO & PURCHASE TICKETS HERE

TAMPA BAY GAY TV


3/20-3/26/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: PRIDE DANCE PARTY Contest, Tampa Pride VIP Sponsor Party at Busch Gardens, the complete list of Tampa Pride events, TIGLFF's A-List Film Series, Jobsite's MISERY added shows, advertise with us for FREE, and more., and more. On location at The Green Light Cinema. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE



LOCAL EVENT

TIGLFF's A-List Film Series pick for March is At The End Of The Day. Showing March 26, 2023 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

Tampa Pride 2023
March Complete List of Events. Join us for: Interfaith Pride Service, VIP Sponsor Party, Diversity Pride Parade, Street Festival, PRIDE At Night and more. Follow #TampaPride2023. We’re looking forward to seeing you soon! GET ALL THE INFO HERE

SPECIAL EVENT

It's time to celebrate your pride in a BIG WAY! Join thousands of your friends for a MASSIVE Gay Pride Dance Party right in the center of all the action! 2 HUGE rooms for dancing and mingling PLUS a fun game room to celebrate in! This premier party takes place on Saturday, March 25th. TICKETS & MORE INFO HERE

CONTEST

Enter to Win a Pair of Armbands to The PRIDE Dance Party on March 25, 2023! It's time to celebrate your pride in a BIG WAY! Join thousands of your friends for a MASSIVE Gay Pride Dance Party right in the center of all the action! Honeypot is taking over The Ritz for an all-day-&-night party that is going to be INCREDIBLE! ENTER TO WIN HERE

SPECIAL EVENT

GIRL PRIDE TAMPA RETURNS FOR 2023! March 25th, 2023 - 1:00PM at the newly remodeled Crowbar. A Darlene Herrick & TWIRLGIRL Event - Featuring Sarah Peacock and other live performances by Shevonne, Stephanie Callahan with her new band "NEW RULES', and DJ Ace Vedo spinning all your favorite dance music, TICKETS & INFO HERE

DIGITAL EVENT


OUTSHINE AT-HOME
CHRISSY JUDY streaming MAR 15 - 22. Judy’s been described as many things: a free spirit, a daydreamer, a boy-crazy hot mess. But this is going to be the summer it all comes together for this ambitious, 30-something drag queen/cater-waiter and his best friend, Chrissy. MORE INFO & WATCH THE TRAILER

TAMPA BAY GAY TV


3/13-3/19/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: Dine N' Drag at Zoies (The Legends - Joey Brooks, Esme Russell, Felicity Lane and Melanie Minyon), OUTshine at Home Presents: CHRISSY JUDY, Official Girl Pride Tampa at the Crowbar, EPIC Generations Group Events, Jobsite's MISERY opens this week, Re-cap of our Busch Gardens trip and more. On location at Busch Gardens for the Food & Wine Festival. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 3/9/23. This week: We are so excited to have St. Pete artist, John Gascot on our show tonight to talk about Pride at The Village, his story, and more! Celebrate our first show as Watermark WAVE Award winners! ! Topics Include: News, Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE

LOCAL EVENT


DINE N' DRAG
March 17, 2023 at ZOIE'S. Join us for St. Patty's with a show featuring the most iconic performers from the local bay area, Joey Brooks, Esme Russell, Felicity Lane & Melanie Minyon. 2 shows at 6:30pm & 8:30pm Reservations Highly Recommended. GET MORE INFO HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


COMMON COURTESY TV 3/7/23 New Season:
Our 1st Interview Special Guest: Matt Colunga the Owner of Johnson's Tampa
Do we all have some common misconceptions about Male Exotic Dancing?
Ever wondered what it's like to work in the industry? Matt and the Co-Hosts unpack common misconceptions and myths about the world of exotic dancers.
WATCH THE REPLAY HERE

SPECIAL REPORT


ONLINE 3/10/23
We visited EPCOT for the International Flower & Garden Festival for Media Day on March 1st. Check out our coverage of the event and more. The Festival runs though July 5, 2023. READ OUR REPORT HERE

ENTERTAINMENT NEWS

SCREAM VI In Theaters March 10, 2023. Check out the New Featurette. Interviews include: Melissa Barrera, Jasmin Savoy Brown, Mason Gooding, Jenna Ortega, Courtney Cox, Directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin & Tyler Gillet, AND Executive Producer, CHAD VILLELLA. Only in theaters. WATCH THE FEATURETTE HERE


TAMPA BAY GAY TV


3/6-3/12/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: Drag Bingo for The Big Gay Radio Show, Tampa Pride & Tampa Bay Lightning's PRIDE NIGHT, WAVE Awards Re-Cap, SCREAM VI Featurette, TIGLFF 3rd Annual Transgender Film Festival, PRIDE Dace Party, New Contest and more. On location at EPCOT for the International Flower & Garden Festival. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE



LOCAL EVENT


Tampa Pride Meeting Monday 3/6 at 6:30pm in Ybor for the monthly meeting where everyone comes together to share updates and you can share your ideas! LAST MEETIN BEFORE PRIDE. MORE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 3/2/23. This week: Volunteer hosts Bryan and Chris are joined by Mr. Vyn Suazion to talk about his story and all things LGBTQIA+ in Tampa Bay! Topics Include: News, Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE

LOCAL EVENT


On March 7, Come help support 88.5 WMNF and The Big Gay Radio Show with a fun night of Drag Queen Bingo with Alexis De La Mer. We have PRIZES, 50/50 Raffle and 88.5 WMNF swag! GET ALL THE INFO HERE


SPECIAL EVENT


Tampa Pride Event
The Lightning will host their sixth annual Pride Night on Tuesday, March 7th when they host the Philadelphia Flyers at AMALIE Arena. In conjunction with the National Hockey League and You Can Play, the Lightning will dedicate the game to celebrate inclusion of everyone in the sport. MORE INFO & TICKETS HERE

TAMPA BAY GAY TV


2/27-3/5/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include Pride Bowling, Tampa Pride Grand Marshals Gala, WAVE Awards Party, Jobsite's MISERY and more. On location at Wright's Sunday Farmers Market in New Port Richey. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE



LOCAL EVENT

PRIDE BOWLING NIGHT at Dunedin Lanes, Thursday, March 2, 2023, $10 admission includes Unlimited Cosmic Bowling (10pm-2am) includes shoes. Midnight DIVA Show featuring Jocelyn Summers, Dena Cass, Darcel Stevens & Hazel Embers Genevieve!
MORE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 2/23/23. This week: It was WMNF Community Radio’s Pledge Drive and we had such a great time raising money for 88.5 FM, WMNF Community Radio! Topics Include: News, Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE

SPECIAL EVENT

Watermark's Tampa Bay WAVE party is Friday, March 3, 2023. Be sure to clear your schedule and join us at Metro Inclusive Health at 7pm in Tampa to celebrate with the winners! GET MORE INFO HERE

SPECIAL EVENT

Get your tickets to Tampa Pride Grand Marshal Gala on Thursday, March 2, at 6:30pm. Performance by Shavonne! Join us as we celebrate community members and businesses who support and strengthen the diversity of our community. GET TICKETS & INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


Tampa Pride Meeting Monday 2/13 at 6:30pm in Ybor for the monthly meeting where everyone comes together to share updates and you can share your ideas! On the agenda: Pride Festival, Volunteering, Pride @Night Concert, and the Parade. MORE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT
Come celebrate Mardi Gras on Saturday the 18th for the VFW's (Post 39) Annual Fundraiser, doors open at 7 and the Drag Show begins at 9pm, featuring Rockell Blu, Cleo Patra, Ripp Lee and more. Costumes and Masks are encouraged. MORE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


Drag Queen Bingo with Alexis De La Mer at Quench Lounge on February 14th, starting at 8pm. You can win great prizes and have a great time supporting The Kind Mouse, helping feed the children of Tampa Bay. Feel free to bring non perishable snack items and juice boxes for the kids. Special Guest Taniyah Iman and Rockell Blu. GET MORE INFO HERE


LOCAL EVENT


February's TIGLFF Community A-List Programmer is Eunice Fisher; she was the 2013 recipient of TIGLFF's Distinguished Friend of the Festival Award. Eunice's pick is Desert Hearts. This is an In-Person Only event on February 19 at the Green Light Cinema. Please join us for a great film, great time, and a great sense of community. GET TICKETS & INFO HERE



LOCAL NEWS


The Tampa Pride 2023 Grand Marshals have been selected! The community is built on individuals who make a difference and we are proud to celebrate this group. CHECK OUT THE LIST HERE



LOCAL NEWS


SAVE THE DATE
St Pete Pride
will host events every weekend in June. St Pete Pride Weekend, being held June 23-25, 2023, includes the June 23rd Friday Night Concert, June 24th TransMarch, Parade & Festival, and June 25th Street Fair. MORE INFO HERE


TAMPA BAY GAY TV


2/20-2/26/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include OUTshine at Home, Common Courtesy TV, Metro HIV & STI FREE Testing, Come Out St Pete, and more. On location at THE KITCHEN in Dunedin. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 2/16/23. This week's Special Guest: Taylor from Harmony Health Care Orlando. Topics Include: News, Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE

LOCAL EVENT


OUTshine At Home - for Black History Month Presents - Black As U R. Filmmaker Michael Rice addresses the trans/homophobia within the Black community by magnifying the stories of Black LGBTQ+ people and their contributions to the Black liberation movement. FREE Film - Online February 17-26, 2023 GET VIRTUAL TICKET HERE


SPECIAL EVENT


DINO & DRAGONS, Now through February 26, 2023. Nearly 100 life-size dinosaurs, along with a few dragons, are taking over the small town of New Port Richey and the field at the Harry Schwettman Education Center near Downtown - an event 65 million years in the making. SAVE $5.00 OFF Tickets Exclusive Code. GET TICKETS & INFO HERE

TAMPA BAY GAY TV


2/13-2/19/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include Tampa Pride Meeting, BIG GAY RADIO SHOW, Mardi Gras Party, OUTshine at Home, TIGLFF A-List Film Series, and more. On location at the Dino and Dragons Exhibit in New Port Richey. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


COMMON COURTESY TV 2/7/23 Special Edition Happy Black History Month! This Week Spotlight: Civil Rights Activist: Bayard Rustin! A New Series "Black #lgbtqia History 101", A Few Facts On Some Key Figures That Helped Shape Our Country, Specifically The Black #lgbtqcommunity! WATCH THE REPLAY HERE



LOCAL EVENT


THE BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 2/9/23. This week the dancers from Johnsons Tampa on the show to talk about their story and how they ended up working at Tampa Bay’s only gay male strip club. Topics Include: News, Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE

LOCAL EVENT


Tampa Pride Meeting Monday 2/13 at 6:30pm in Ybor for the monthly meeting where everyone comes together to share updates and you can share your ideas! On the agenda: Pride Festival, Volunteering, Pride @Night Concert, and the Parade. MORE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT
Come celebrate Mardi Gras on Saturday the 18th for the VFW's (Post 39) Annual Fundraiser, doors open at 7 and the Drag Show begins at 9pm, featuring Rockell Blu, Cleo Patra, Ripp Lee and more. Costumes and Masks are encouraged. MORE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


Drag Queen Bingo with Alexis De La Mer at Quench Lounge on February 14th, starting at 8pm. You can win great prizes and have a great time supporting The Kind Mouse, helping feed the children of Tampa Bay. Feel free to bring non perishable snack items and juice boxes for the kids. Special Guest Taniyah Iman and Rockell Blu. GET MORE INFO HERE


LOCAL EVENT


February's TIGLFF Community A-List Programmer is Eunice Fisher; she was the 2013 recipient of TIGLFF's Distinguished Friend of the Festival Award. Eunice's pick is Desert Hearts. This is an In-Person Only event on February 19 at the Green Light Cinema. Please join us for a great film, great time, and a great sense of community. GET TICKETS & INFO HERE



LOCAL NEWS


The Tampa Pride 2023 Grand Marshals have been selected! The community is built on individuals who make a difference and we are proud to celebrate this group. CHECK OUT THE LIST HERE

TAMPA BAY GAY TV


2/6-2/12/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include WAVES Last Days to VOTE, Babes & Bulges, Tampa Pride meeting, WMNF's HEATWAVE, St Pete Pride and more. On location at Pasco Pride 2023 at Herritage Park. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

SPECIAL REPORT


2023 WATERMARK WAVE'S: FINAL ROUND
Thank You for your Nominations! Tampa Bay Gay made it into the FINALS #7 & #8. Over the last few weeks, Watermark asked thier loyal readers to nominate who you think is among the best of the best in Tampa Bay's LGBTQ community and here are your Top 5. Now it is time to pick your favorites. Voting Ends: Feb 10, 2023 MORE INFO & VOTE HERE


LOCAL EVENT


The Event Space at Bulge on February 10th presents BABES & BULGES Hosted by Morgan LaShade and performances by Keirra Ka'oir Summers, Zenon TeaVee and Silver Foxx . Tickets on Sale Now! MORE INFO HERE

ENTERTAINMENT NEWS


Available on Peacock: SPOILER ALERT is a heartwarming, funny, and life-affirming story that follows the 14-year love affair between entertainment journalist Michaeal (Jim Parsons) and his photographer partner, Kit (Ben Aldridge). WATCH THE TRAILER HERE

LOCAL NEWS


The Tampa Pride Foundation Scholarship is LIVE! Scholarships of up to $1,500 will be awarded to LGBTQ+ students - deadline is April 30th. Use at College or Trade School. APPLY ONLINE AND INFO HERE

TAMPA BAY GAY TV


1/30-2/5/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: Pride Bowling, METRO Events, Pasco Pride, Florida Entertainer of the Year, WAVES and more. On location at ZOIE'S in St Pete.. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


Drag Queen Bingo Night
for Pasco Pride on Sunday, January 31st at Creative Grape Wine Bar in St Pete. 10 Games, 10 Great Prizes. 50/50 and more. All money raised goes to help Pasco Pride 2023. GET MORE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


PRIDE BOWLING NIGHT
at Dunedin Lanes, Thursday, February 2, 2023, $10 admission includes Uunlimited Cosmic Bowling (10pm-2am) includes shoes. Midnight DIVA Show featuring Jocelyn Summers, Dena Cass, Darcel Stevens & Jade Embers! MORE INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT

The 2023 Pasco Pride Festival will be February 4, 2023 at Heritage Park in Land O’ Lakes, from 12 to 6pm. The 5th Annual Festival will once again be hosted in beautuful Central Pasco. Vendors and Volunteers are still needed. MORE INFO HERE

SPECIAL EVENT


Are you ready for THE Drag Pageant of the year? Florida Entertainer of the Year Sunday, February 5th 2023 The RITZ Ybor. $5000 1st place Cash Prize! Tickets available NOW. Special Guests include: RuPaul's Drag Race Winner Trinity The Tuck & Special Guest Kylie Sonique Love . GET TICKETS & INFO HERE

TAMPA BAY GAY TV


1/23-1/29/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: WATERMARK WAVE Finals Round, Florida Entertainer Of The Year Pageant, Tampa Pride Scholarship, Pasco Pride Bingo, Metro Events, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE



LOCAL EVENT


Drag Queen Bingo Night for Pasco Pride on Sunday, January 29th at Hamburger Mary's Clearwater. 10 Games, 10 Great Prizes. 50/50 and more. All money raised goes to help Pasco Pride 2023. GET MORE INFO HERE

ENTERTAINMENT NEWS


SCREAM VI - New Trailer, Poster, & First Look Images Released. Following the latest Ghostface killings, the four survivors leave Woodsboro behind and start a fresh chapter. Only in Theaters on March 10, 2023. WATCH THE TRAILER HERE

TAMPA BAY GAY TV


1/16-1/22/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events area happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: Tampa Fringe, TIGLFF A-List Film, Tampa Pride's ULTIMATE SHOWDOWN, Pasco Pride, and more.
WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


TIGLFF's A-List Film Series pick for January is is TRICK. Showing January 22, 2023 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


FABULOUS FRINGE: A Speakeasy Gala - Beat the post-holiday blues by joining us at our Inaugural VIP Fundraiser Show! A Double Feature of Award-Winning Fringe Shows, in support of the Tampa International Fringe Festival on Friday, January 20th, 2023. TICKETS & INFO HERE

LOCAL EVENT


Tampa Pride Meeting
Tuesday 1/10 at 6:30pm in Ybor for the monthly meeting where everyone comes together to share updates and you can share your ideas! On the agenda: Pride Festival, Ultimate Showdown, Volunteering, Pride @Night Concert, and the Parade. MORE INFO HERE


LOCAL EVENT


The Event Space at Bulge on January 13th presents BABES & BULGES Hosted by Morgan LaShade and performances by Apollo Infiniti, JAI, & BLU DREAM. Tickets on Sale Now! MORE INFO HERE

TAMPA BAY GAY TV


1/9-1/15/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: Tampa Pride Meetings, Watermark WAVE Nominations, Metro Events, Jobsite's HAMLET, and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

SPECIAL REPORT


NOMINATIONS ROUND WAVE Awards January 2-16, 2023. We would love your help… Tampa Bay Gay is asking that you please "Nominate Us" in the 2023 Watermark WAVE Awards Categories #7, 8 & 13. Nominations End January 16, 2023. MORE INFO HERE

DIGITAL REPLAY


Josh, Bryan & Esme's BIG GAY RADIO SHOW 12/29/2022. This week Josh, Bryan, and Esme welcomed Shawn Nikolas from Common Courtsey TV. We spoke about various topics including New Years and your resolutiuons. Opinions and Your Calls. LISTEN TO THE REPLAY HERE

SPECIAL REPORT


Nominations due January 4th. Get your Grand Marshal nominations in before it’s too late! A Tampa Pride Grand Marshal is someone who champions our shared experiences, honors our differences, and strengthens our community. INFO ON VOTING HERE

LOCAL EVENT

PRIDE BOWLING NIGHT at Dunedin Lanes, Thursday, January 5, 2023, $10 admission includes Uunlimited Cosmic Bowling (10pm-2am) includes shoes. Midnight Drag Show featuring Jocelyn Summers, Dena Cass, Darcel Stevens & Brianna Summers! MORE INFO HERE


LOCAL EVENT

January 6th-8th Pasco Pride takes over the Sawmill Camping Resort & LGBT Campground for a weekend you don't want to miss. Reserve your Tent/RV site or cabin! MORE INFO HERE

TAMPA BAY GAY TV


1/2-1/8/23
Check out some of the LGBTQ+ Events happeing in the Tampa Bay Area. Events Include: Tampa Pride Nominations, PRIDE Bowling Night, Metro Events, Pasco Pride at Sawmill and more. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE
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Introducing Optimized Health & Wellness located in Tampa. We spoke with Chris Erigo-Backsman, the Founder to find out more about the business and what sets his apart from others. We have also listed some testimonials from patients at the clinic.
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MARTHA WASH
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With a career that spans over 4 decades, Martha Wash has seen her share of the music industry and has emerged with something not all can claim- integrity. Martha took some time to answer some questions in this '20 Exclusive Interview with Tampa Bay Gay. READ THE INTERVIEW HERE

 
EXCLUSIVE REPORT
The Parliament House Resort in Orlando is CLOSING in November 2020.
We are here to rest the rumors. Unless something "2020" happens, sadly, according to the Official Public Records, the Parliament House will be closing November 2, 2020. READ THE OFFICIAL DOCUMENTS HERE
         
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