Red dresses and fun in the Sun- August event roundup

August is packed with pool parties, DJ dance sets, and endless crowds flocking to some of the most infamous and anticipated celebrations of the year.

Red dresses and fun in the Sun- August event roundup

Pride Month may have passed, but the Summer fun is far from over. Exciting parties and events are happening all over the globe, from sunny Spain to the streets of NOLA. August is packed with pool parties, DJ dance sets, and endless crowds flocking to some of the most infamous and anticipated celebrations of the year.

Circuit Festival Barcelona- Sunny Spain brings the heat

A stage full of men in small blue swim shorts holding inflatable pool floaties in the shape of sharks

Circuit Festival Barcelona

Legendary gay party

Barcelona

August starts with a bang with the largest party in Europe. This is the best way to experience the beauty and energy of Barcelona. This festival spans a week and takes over the entire city. Featuring a legendary DJ lineup and dozens of wild parties entice crowds of thousands from all over the world. 

Provincetown Carnival- Famously fabulous fun

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A packed docked full of men ready to party

Provincetown Carnival

Biggest, gayest party of the year

Commercial Street

Established in 1978, this is one of P-town’s original parties. Attracting tens of thousands of guests, this is one of the most anticipated events of the year. Get ready for galas, cruises, a 5K fun run, and a costume contest. Not to mention pool parties and a disco!

Market Days- Boystown goes wild

A stunning man wearing a bedazzled body suit, rainbow wings and a flower crown

Market Days

One of Chicago’s greatest summer festivals

Northalsted

This legendary festival has been providing a vibrant and safe space to party since 1982. Every year, the Boystown neighborhood welcomes over 300,000 visitors, transforming the streets into an endless party zone. North Halsted will be lined with vendors, stages, and incredible food. 

Red Dress Run- New Orleans does exercise right

A street full of people sporting red dresses

Red Dress Run

World’s most unique running event

Starts at Crescent Park

Get dolled up and hoof it for charity! This is one of the most unique “running” events, considering it’s more of a moving party than a race. Decked out in red, runners take to the streets with drinks in hand. The keg gets tapped at 9 AM!

Honcho Campout- Queer dance party in the woods

A lively stage with people dancing around it

Honcho Campout

More than a music festival

Four Quarters Interfaith Sanctuary, 190 Walker Ln, Artemas, PA, United States

Connecting deeply with the land, other people, and creating art are the pillars that uphold this inspiring event. Lose yourself in the woods for a week and allow your nervous system to reset. Get ready to meet incredible people while dancing under a canopy of stars and branches. 

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