winter heat florida 2012
“Feel the Heat,” Presidents’ Day Weekend, February 16-20, 2012. This year’s host hotel is the Bahia Mar Resort. (Events and venues subject to change).
Thursday, February 16
- 10 p.m. – 2 a.m., “The Big Chill,” George’s Alibi, 2266 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors.
Come kick it with Ft. Lauderdale’s grown and sexy crowd and enjoy $3 Long Island Iced Teas.
- 2 a.m. – 4 a.m., “The Cold Front,” Torpedo Bar, 2829 W. Broward Blvd., Ft. Lauderdale.
Heat things up on the dance floor while the deejay spins the hottest Hip-Hop and R&B hits.
Friday, February 17
- 5 p.m. – 11 p.m., “The Ice Breaker,” Grand Mariner Lounge at The Bahia Mar Hotel.
Mix and mingle at the Welcome Reception with the men of Winter Heat 2012.
- 6 p.m. – 9 p.m., Winter Heat Film Festival, Seafarer Room at The Bahia Mar Hotel.
Check out original films from up and coming film makers.
- 10 p.m. – 4 a.m., “The Fire Storm,” Green Room, 100 SW 3 Avenue, Ft. Lauderdale.
Winter has never been this hot! Join the sexiest men in South Florida at the coolest spot in town.
Saturday, February 18
- 9 a.m. – 10 a.m., “Sweat on the Beach,” Fort Lauderdale Beach
Start the day off right with aerobics on the beach.
- 3 p.m. – Sunset, “Heat Waves” Fort Lauderdale Beach
Chill out on the beach and have some fun in the sun.
- 6 p.m. – 9 p.m., Winter Heat Film Festival, Seafarer Room at The Bahia Mar Hotel
Check out original films from up and coming film makers.
- 8 p.m. to Midnight, “Winter Games,” Grand Mariner Lounge at The Bahia Mar Hotel
Got skills? Put them to the test at the old-school game night.
- 10 p.m. – 4 a.m., “Body Heat,” Voodoo Lounge, 111 SW 2 Avenue, Ft. Lauderdale
Feel the heat all night as DJ Angel X rocks the house.
Sunday, February 19
- 9 a.m. – 10 a.m., “Sweat on the Beach,” Fort Lauderdale Beach
Start the day off right with aerobics on the beach.
- 1 p.m. – 3 p.m., “Holy Heat,” Lips Fort Lauderdale
Experience the ultimate in drag dining. This gospel brunch is sure to lift your spirits and the ultimate Mimosas will definitely warm your soul.
- 6 p.m. – 9 p.m., Winter Heat Film Festival, Seafarer Room at The Bahia Mar Hotel
Check out original films from up and coming film makers.
- 3 p.m. – Sunset, “Winter Waterland” Pool Party, Exit 66 at Pier 66 Resort, Ft. Lauderdale
Dive into the hottest pool party ever. Live music, food, drinks and an amazing fashion show will bring a whole new meaning to lounging by the pool.
- 6 p.m. – 9 p.m., “Sparks,” Grand Mariner Lounge at The Bahia Mar Hotel
Experience speed dating South Florida-style. You’ve never experienced a love and relationship session quite like this. Get ready!
- 10 p.m. – 4 a.m., “The Meltdown,” Living Room, 300 SW 1 Avenue, Ft. Lauderdale
The grand finale party is going down tonight.
Monday, February 20
- 3 p.m. – 8 p.m., “The Block is Hot,” Americas Back Yard, 100 SW 3 Avenue, Ft. Lauderdale
A day party like no other takes place at Fort Lauderdale’s most unique outdoor entertainment venue.
For more information, visit winterheatflorida.com.
art explosion 2012
Presented by ArtsUnited, the ArtExplosion International LGBT Arts Festival is three weeks of art, film, music, dance, theatre, literature, comedy and cabaret by gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender artists and performers. ArtExplosion has grown from a one night event to a two week festival that has featured such talent as Lilly Tomlin, Marga Gomez, The Kinsey Sicks, The Gay Mafia, Greg Walloch, Levi Kries, and Lea DeLaria just to name a few.
Presented by the non-profit arts group, ArtsUnited, Art Explosion 2012 is one of the largest arts festivals of its kind in the country. The Festival starts with one of the largest professional juried LGBT art shows in the country. In 2011 we had over 50 artists featuring more than 100 pieces of art. 2012 Dates: March 5 through 24. Opening Fine Art Show and Sale: Sat., March 10, from 6 to 9 p.m. Features live music, entertainment and a great fine art show. Closing Show: BANG at the Green Room, from 7 to 9 p.m., featuring an eclectic mix of music and performers with an edgy art show.