Gay Labor Day: Where to get your white clothes nice and dirty

From vibrant parades to electrifying nightlife, find out where to dance, mingle, and enjoy yourself in classic summer style.

Mark

Aug 29, 2024 - 20:00

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Gay Labor Day: Where to get your white clothes nice and dirty

A group of men stand on the beach wearing white accessories and smiling at the camera. Some are throwing up peace signs with their fingers

Soak up the last rays of summer and bust out that Speedo collection for Labor Day weekend. Considering it is the last big chance for some fun in the sun, there are tons of parties and events to meet some hotties and perfect your tan. Labor Day heralds pumpkin spice and cozy socks, but before we hunker down under a big fuzzy blanket, let’s get wild in white! Can’t decide how to spend your weekend? Here are a few of our favorite shindigs that shouldn’t be missed.

Southern Decadence

What began as a small gathering of friends in the early 70s has grown to take over the entire French Quarter on Labor Day weekend. The days are filled with music from live bands in the street and famous DJs at their booths. Costume contests, pool parties, and plenty of booze fill in the cracks, so there is never a dull moment or lack of entertainment.

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Massive crowds gather for the famous parade on Sunday and party past sunup. Over the years, this celebration has transformed into a massive gathering combining all the colors of the rainbow, and with hundreds of thousands of visitors, it’s quite a sight to see.

Sun Festival

Nothing says “end-of-summer” better than a two-day dance party. Camp Rehoboth brings the LGBTQ+ community together for one last wild hurrah with famous comedians, energetic DJ sets, and tons of disco balls.

The dance floors are dazzling and constantly packed with crowds of gorgeous beachgoers. So much more than a party, the proceeds go to helping the community center provide services and a safe space for everyone. Camp Rehoboth is committed to creating a magical environment at Sunfest, where folks feel comfortable expressing themselves and embracing everything that makes them sparkle.

Hard Labor Fort Lauderdale

The Eagle Bar is famous for its leather-loving parties and even more for the gorgeous men who frequent them. The Eagle is the epicenter for all the action, but Wilton Manors, the gayborhood of Fort Lauderdale, gets taken over on Labor Day weekend.

Get ready for non-stop partying. We’re talkin’: DJ dance parties, pool parties, harness parties, puppy parties, and plenty of hairy daddies to go around.

Splash Days

Are you ready for the ultimate pool party? The sexiest men in Texas and beyond are gearing up to get in the water for a weekend of wet ‘n wild fun.

Notorious for the stellar DJ lineups and bounty of toned and tanned abs, this popular event keeps getting bigger every year. There are tons of parties scattered around town throughout the weekend, but the main event is obviously the official Splash Days pool party.

Provincetown White Party

Leave it to Provincetown to hold up the ‘wear white on Labor Day’ tradition. Bleach those shorts and bust out your whitest accessories because this beachfront bash takes that particular tradition very seriously!

This idyllic soiree emulates the perfect tea dance. Overlooking the water, with an endless stream of gorgeous men sashaying in everything from white neck kerchiefs to full angel wings, this is the definition of a good time. Grab a summer cocktail and enjoy the view!

Puerto Vallarta Labor Day Weekend

You can’t have fun in the sun without a sandy beach or two. Although no specific event is designated for Labor Day weekend, the entire city goes into party mode.

Even though Mexico’s Labor Day happens in May, ex-pats and travelers flock to the sandy shores ready for a weekend full of fun. Enjoy the sunshine during the afternoon before heading to one of the many LGBTQ+-friendly clubs for a night of music and dancing.

Saugatuck Labor Day Weekend

There is no better way to celebrate the magic of the summer than with a weekend full of music, laughter, dancing, and tons of new friends. Head up to Michigan for one of the country’s most exciting Labor Day celebrations.

There is no shortage of things to do – themed parties, karaoke, live DJ sets, drag queen bingo, the list goes on and on! To cap it all off, there is a final beach bash on the sweeping shores of Lake Michigan to soak up every last ray of summer sunshine.