What's HOT Central Florida :: March 17 - 23

All eyes will be on Tampa Bay next week as the new Tampa Pride celebrations return for another year. It took a lot of hard work and dedication for the Pride board to organize Tampa Pride last year, and their work was very much appreciated. What I admire most about them is how effortless they make putting on such a major event look to an observer. When, most assuredly, record crowds will turn out on March 26, we will surely remark to one another, "Everything's running so smoothly!" Speaking of Pride, we are proud of everyone involved with Tampa Pride. Lots of love!

Thursday March 17

The popular singer/songwriter and producer Ivy Queen will be celebrating her birthday with a special show at Parliament House Orlando! Tickets (both general admission and VIP) can be bought in advance or at the door beginning at 8 p.m. For more information, visit wantickets.com/ivyqueenorlando.

Kitana Gemini presents the Shamrock Green & Gold Ball tonight at Southern Nights Orlando. The cover charge is waived if you wear green or gold! Stay for the music by DJ Dlux, the lucky charm go-go dancers, and two drag shows! MrMs Adrien leads the freshman lineup show at 10:30 p.m., followed by the main show at midnight, hosted by Axel Andrews and featuring Roxxxy Andrews, Kai'ja Adonis, Kitana Gemini, 92ERA Lords and Sassy Devine.

Friday March 18

Come on out to Bradley's on 7th in Tampa for some great music and fabulous drag! DJ Steve Vaughn will be in the dance bar both nights, spinning your favorite hits. Stay for the shows at 11:30 p.m. and 1:15 a.m., featuring Joey Brooks, Kori Stevens, Esme Russell and Lady Liemont. If you're out tomorrow night, Joey and Esme will be performing with Mia Vondese and Beverly Wilde. Remember, Bradley's never charges cover!

Parliament House Orlando, in partnership with Falcon Studios and FabScout Entertainment, present another fun Erotica weekend, beginning tonight and going on tomorrow as well. There will be an erotic vendor fair, a foam party, and chances to meet and mingle with adult film stars Boomer Banks, Rocco Steele, Jaxton Wheeler and Aspen. Music in the courtyard provided by DJ C-Rail.

?Saturday March 19

This one's for the bears! Bears in the City and Parliament House Orlando bring the popular worldwide Bearracuda event to Central Florida for the first time! Leather, sports gear, fetish gear and underwear are attire options that are very much encouraged. Music by DJ Ryan Jones, direct from Los Angeles! Tickets are on sale now; visit bearracuda.com for more info.

The third annual Manatee Pride festival will be held will be held from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. today at the pavilion and event area at the Bradenton Riverwalk. After Pride, take the Skyway to St. Petersburg and celebrate at Flamingo Resort, where they will have a Saturday night show featuring Iman and her supporting cast. Stay the night and enjoy the tea dance tomorrow afternoon! Call (727) 321-5000 to reserve your room.

Over 500 of your friends will be tasting the best cuisine in Tampa Bay and helping St. Pete Pride at the same time! The annual Taste of Pride fundraiser will be held tonight at the Dal� Museum at 7 p.m. For more information on tickets, visit showclix.com/event/tasteofpride2016.

Monday March 21

The time has come for you to lip sync for your lunch! Miss Sammy and Carol Lee are hosting this year's RuPaul's Drag Race viewing parties at Hamburger Mary's Orlando, and they want you to get in on the action! Bring your favorite song on a flash drive or CD and if you win over the crowd with your technique, you might win a Mary's gift card! Call (321) 319-0600 to reserve your table for 8 p.m.

Wednesday March 23

Everyone knows how much I love karaoke, so here's a new night I'd like to tell you about: Hump Day Karaoke at Stonewall Bar Orlando. Tom and Scott will host from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the main bar, and in addition to karaoke, there will be snacks, light trivia, and prizes as well.