December 31, 2014
What's HOT South Florida :: 12/31 - 01/06/2015
Kilian Melloy READ TIME: 8 MIN.
Last Wednesday morning I drove by the Pride Factory to see their new sign, which features their new logo, which is so cutting-edge and HOT. While there, I went inside to do some shopping and I was reminded of all the fabulous items they carry.
Later that night, the Boardwalk presented their annual Employee Christmas Party, and if you were lucky enough to get an invitation from your favorite employee, you know it was a fab party. On Thursday, Christmas Day, before the big meal I ran to see the first show of "Into The Woods," which was the first Broadway show I ever saw, and I could not wait to see how they adapted this to the big screen. It was so well done that I urge you all to run and see it if you haven't already. You may even run into me seeing it a second or third time.
Friday was the much-anticipated grand opening of Le Boy neighborhood bar (1243 NE 11 Avenue, Fort Lauderdale), and one can see how hard Sean worked to transform this location. Wishing my buddy Sean much success! The Manor premiered their new Saturday night promotion entitled Burst Saturdays that featured international DJ Manny Lehman at the turntables and a performance by recording artist Erika Jayne, who turned the house. It was one of the best performances I have ever seen in a nightclub. It was a Grammy-worthy performance. In the Latin Room and Patio, Noche Latina Saturdays had many fabulous drag entertainers and a percussionist who was amazing. On Sunday, I cleaned and rested...
Wednesday, December 31 (New Year's Eve)
Rumors presents the X Factor finalist Lillie McCloud live on stage with a free concert at 10:30 pm. They also will feature a countdown to the New Year and watch the ball drop on their large stage screens, in addition to a free champagne toast and giveaways at midnight.
Georgie's Alibi Monkey Bar P-town/FTL is featuring 2 parties with 2 DJs inside and outside. They will also feature balloon drops, a champagne toast at midnight and a live performance by The Ladies of Soul.
B. Bar and Grille (former Bill's) presents a New Year's Eve Celebration with shows by Nikki Adams and friends starting at 9:30 pm. They will also feature a balloon drop, a champagne toast, hats and Party Favors and no cover.
Hunters presents a Red Carpet Event at Studio 54. They invite everyone to come as their favorite Studio 54 celebrity (Brooke Shields, Grace Jones, Divine, Andy Warhol, Bianca Jagger, Groucho Marx, George Clooney, Liza Minnelli) or as an 80's club kid. They will feature no cover, DJ Richie Rich, a balloon drop, champagne toast, hats, favors and more.
Progress Bar cordially invites everyone to their first New Year's Eve Masquerade Ball. Anyone is welcome for free, but if you choose to purchase a drink package it is $55 presale and $65 day of and includes premium open bar from 9 pm to 2 am, a complimentary champagne toast at midnight and party favors to ring in the New Year. To purchase a drink package go to EventBrite.com and go to Progress Bar SOFL NYE.
Lips presents a Masquerade Ball hosted by Diva, where they invite everyone to come see the divas behind the masks. The night will feature dinner, drag shows, a dancing midnight celebration, a champagne toast, masks, horns and party favors. This is a 3 course gala pre-fixe dinner with the first seating at $35 and the second at $75.
Swinging Richards is once again featuring an all-inclusive New Year's Eve party where for $55 you receive open bar all brands, all night, free VIP rooms, a midnight champagne toast and free giveaways and don't forget hot naked men. To purchase tickets go to Florida.SwingingRichards.com
Discotekka presents no cover before 2 and a host of DJs including Carlos G, Carlos Sexto, Matt Martinez, Roberto Torre, Alain V, Joey Track and Eric P. They will also feature a Champagne toast, party favors and fireworks at midnight.
The Manor presents Winter Wonderland with a live performance by recording artist Gioia Bruno of Expose and featuring the sounds of DJ David Knapp. They will also feature performances by Sasha Lords, Serena Cha Cha and Erika Norell as well as a live Times Square simulcast, balloon drops, a champagne toast, NYE party favors and much more. General admission is $20 until Dec 26 and the $25 until December 30. VIP Admission which includes cover and open bar all night in the exclusive, furnished VIP lounge is $75 until Dec 26 and then $80 until Dec 30th. You can purchase your tickets at Showclix.com or at the Manor Box Office.
Boardwalk presents NYE Bang Bang, where for only $20 in advance you get free drinks from 8-10 pm, a gourmet Beefcakes Dinner Buffet from 9-11pm, a champagne Toast, party favors, DJ Ryan Maragh, a live countdown from Times Square and a production by Nicole T Phillips, Daisy Deadpetals and Erika Norell.
Score presents NYE 2015 featuring the music of DJ Nina Flowers ("RuPaul's Drag Race" and "All Stars") with a warm up set by DJ Sushiman and special guest host Amanda Lepore. They will also feature a complimentary Champagne toast at midnight, and party favors. Groups and tables packages available at 305-989-0222. Score is open until 7am!
Twist celebrates New Year's Eve with DJ Alex Infiniti, a champagne Toast at midnight and full liquor bar until 7 am. They advise everyone to arrive early to avoid the line!
Village Pub presents Fire & Ice with a complimentary Toast at midnight and hundreds of dollars in cash and prizes. The night will also feature VJ Andy Ajar from 8pm until close where he will feature his Top 10 2014 Video Countdown, and as always no Cover!
Scandals Saloon presents an open dance floor with DJ Duwayne at 9pm, balloon drops at midnight where every pop is a winner with $500 in cash and tons of prizes.
The Stable presents New Year's Eve Bingo at 9 pm with $250 in cash and lots of prizes with Jabba and Candy. In addition they will feature a special bingo ball drop at midnight.
The Ramrod presents a $1,000 in cash and prizes Balloon Drop at midnight plus free champagne.
The Palace presents "Fancy as Fuh" a New Year's Eve Soiree starring all of the palace cast and DJ Deanne. Make your reservations now at: [email protected]
Club Aqua presents a free champagne toast and music by DJ Just Oliver. They will also feature a New Year's brunch from 10 am to 3 pm.
Logo TV's ending 2014 with a drag bang in a fan interactive, day-long marathon of "RuPaul's Drag Race" season six. Relive all the shade, all the drama, and all the Bianca del Rio moments that made your 2014 so sickening. Adding to the fun, "RuPaul's Drag Race" queens will be spilling their "Rusolutions" on air all day long.
Don't have anyone to kiss? We've got you covered. Tweet your #Rusolution to @LogoTV for a chance to see your tweet on TV. And immediately following the season six rewind, we're serving up an encore of "RuPaul's Drag Race: Top 15 Fan Favorite Queens" countdown special-just in time for the biggest countdown of all. The "New Year's #Rusolution Marathon" runs Wednesday, December 31 from 10 a.m. ET to 11:30 p.m. ET with the countdown special airing at Midnight ET.
Thursday, January 1
World Renowned DJ/Producer Tracy Young and Ferosh Records return to Mansion, Miami Beach for the legendary annual event of the year...GENESIS! What started years ago as a simple attempt to break away from the ordinary New Year's Eve celebrations, Tracy Young's non-stop musical journey has now become the Miami Tradition for dance music lovers around the world. This year, beginning at 8:00 am New Year's Day, International Dj/Producer Tom Stephan aka Superchumbo & Tracy Young will once again take over the decks for a day long musical journey. To purchase tickets visit Genesis.WantTickets.com
The Pride Factory invites everyone to slide into the New Year with 20% off all lubricants from today until January 7th. Advance tickets available at UrgeMiami.com.
Score Productions and Hilton Wolman present "Urge, Day One" at Cameo from 5pm to 5am and starring Rosabel (Ralphi Rosario and Abel) and Paulo Jackinsky
Friday, January 2nd
Filthy Gorgeous Fridays at Score in association with The Penny Back Boyz present special host and famous NYC photographer Marco Ovando. They will feature Marco's work filled with eroticism, sensuality, hot models and sex. The night will also star DJ's AB and Mac.
Saturday, January 3
Burst Saturdays at Manor features an American Idol Season Premiere party with live on stage Season 12's "American Idol"'s Lazaro Arbos and Season 6 "American Idol"'s Princess J, as well as music by DJ Daniel Kristopherre. In the Latin Lounge and Patio, Noche Latina Saturdays presents hostess Viva Mirage with music by DJ Nena and special guest Kalah Mendoza. 11pm to 4am with hot dancers and no cover.
The Club Fort Lauderdale presents Res-Erection, a new beginning at 10 pm featuring their new blackout/naked play space.
Discotekka presents the first after-hours of the new year starting at 4 am and starring iconic DJ Susan Morabito. The night will also star DJ Carlos G, Diva's Poizon, Sasha and Lola as well as Marco Perez and his dancers.
The Ramrod presents Pig Dance #77 starring DJ/Producer Doug Jackson (Bear Week, Bear Dance, Furball, IBC Palm Springs and Bear Invasion).
Bigger Saturdays at Score presents "Arena, Playa Del Carmen Pre-Party" starting at 10 pm, and starring DJ Isaac Escalante with a warm up set by DJ Alex Ramos.
This is HOT
Even Palm Beach County and the City of West Palm Beach have issued official proclamations proclaiming the second week of January as SuperCar Week.
The nine days of VIP and Free to the public events, Jan 3-11, 2015, all lead up to SuperCar Week's, SuperCar SuperShow Sunday January 11th on the new $30,000,000 West Palm Beach Waterfront where over 500 cars (75% private owners and car clubs) and 60,000 plus spectators are estimated to attend this year,
Designed as a cityscape of vehicles there's: SuperCar Street with the latest and greatest exotics and luxury brands, i.e. McLaren, Lamborghini etc., Muscle Beach, Memory Lane (classics), Corvette Court, Viper Blvd, Porsche Place, Green Street for electrics, ArtCar Ave and a Race Village for racecars and teams and driving experience event producers. SuperCar Week's Presenting Sponsors are Palm Beach International Raceway, Palm Beach Driving Club and the City of West Palm Beach and it's mission, is to define Palm Beach County as a premier auto enthusiast travel destination each second week of January.
From the Saturday Jan 3rd, 2015, VIP Kick-Off Party at Host Hotel, EAU Palm Beach Resort & Spa, to the Jan. 4th, opening day of polo season at the International Polo Club Palm Beach, Wellington, FL (the number one polo club in the world), mid week events in Boca Raton Tuesday Jan.6th, Palm Beach Gardens, Wednesday, Jan. 7th and Delray Beach, Thursday, Jan.8th are followed by a full day and night of racing and entertainment at Palm Beach International Raceway Friday Jan. 9th, with Road Course, Drag Strip and Karting active.
Special hotel accommodation rates are provided by SuperCar Week's Host Hotel, EAU Palm Beach Resort & Spa from Friday January 2nd through Monday January 12th. http://eaupalmbeach.com/supercar2015
Kilian Melloy serves as EDGE Media Network's Associate Arts Editor and Staff Contributor. His professional memberships include the National Lesbian & Gay Journalists Association, the Boston Online Film Critics Association, The Gay and Lesbian Entertainment Critics Association, and the Boston Theater Critics Association's Elliot Norton Awards Committee.