For the first time in a decade, Calgary’s LGBTQ community will be celebrating shoulder to shoulder in community space, as Twisted Element, Calgary’s only remaining gay nightclub, hosts the Official Calgary Pride After Party in 2017. Recently coming under new ownership, Twisted Element has signed on as a partner of Calgary Pride to demonstrate their commitment to community year round.
"Twisted Element couldn't be happier to be involved with Pride 2017" says Twisted Element’s General Manager Keon Brawn. "We are excited to be involved in the Parade, Pride in the Park and other big events of 2017. It is very exciting that Twisted will be the Official Calgary Pride After Party for 2017. We look forward to seeing all the beautiful diverse unique individuals that this community is made up of, and look forward to making this an annual partnership. We hope that everyone comes out and supports all the local gay venues during this amazing weekend."
The Calgary Pride Festival runs from Friday, August 25th until Monday, September 4th, with the signature Parade and Pride in the Park events taking place on Sunday, September 3rd. The annual event is comprised of over 35 events, the majority of which are planned and executed by third party members of the community. It is through the support of organizations such as Twisted Element that Calgary Pride is able to offer a diverse selection of events catering to all parts of the community.
"We are very excited to have Twisted Element hosting the Official Calgary Pride After Party for 2017" says Calgary Pride President, Jason Kingsley. "Having the event held in a queer space again shows the strength and unity of our community, and we look forward to building on this partnership for years to come."
Details about the After Party, including tickets and performances will be released closer to the event date. Those interested in the event are encouraged to follow Calgary Pride and Twisted Element on social media for up-to-the-minute updates.
Calgary Pride is a not-for-profit organization that exists to promote equality and celebrate Calgary’s diversity.
http://www.calgarypride.ca
http://www.twistedelement.ca
