Party City
There's more than just sports at the Gay Games. Here are three not-to-miss soirees.
Aug. 9
Opening Ceremony
The Gay Games takes over Quicken Loans Arena with a celebration that spans several decades of fierce and fabulous entertainment, featuring more than 400 performers and a parade of participants from more than 50 countries. Former •N Sync member Lance Bass performs alongside '70s RandB female pop stars the Pointer Sisters, Broadway star Andrea McArdle and Glee's Alex Newell. 7-10 p.m., $20-$75
Aug. 11
White Party
Boy George headlines this all-white-fashion event. Though he won't be singing any Culture Club classics, you can hear the gay music icon spin some of the hottest electronic music. Internationally known disc jockey Marc Vedo and Cleveland-based Evan Evolution will also be dropping some of the best beats to keep those good vibrations going while you dance the night away at Jacob's Pavilion at Nautica. 7 p.m., $50
Aug. 16
Seven Deadly Sins After-Party
Party with host Carole Radziwill from Bravo's Real Housewives of New York and some of the hottest Andrew Christian underwear models at this sinfully delicious club-themed dance party. Local go-go boys personify the seven deadly sins in every corner of the House of Blues and ask participants to take part in an interactive underwear contest. 10 p.m.-2 a.m., $75
