Girls in Wonderland: The Main Event, Saturday at House of Blues
What used to be known as just “Gay Day,” back when it was just a day to wear red at Disney World, is now a very long weekend full of events from groups like Gay Days, One Magical Weekend and Girls in Wonderland. So whether you want to lounge in the pool with some handsome bears, see Taryn Manning from Orange Is the New Black at Cheyenne Saloon or party with Sandra Bernhard at Parliament House, here’s a guide to some of the best stuff happening this weekend.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 1
Gay Days Wednesday Daytime Main Pool Party: The only Wednesday pool parties. Noon-5 pm; DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld, 10100 International Drive; $10-$20; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
Gay Days Wednesday Night Main Pool Party: With DJs Nancy Starr and Chris Adams. 5 pm-3 am; DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld, 10100 International Drive; $15-$20; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
Mister Comedy Queen Pageant: A hilarious fundraiser for the Barber Fund. 8 pm; Parliament House, 410 N. Orange Blossom Trail; contact
for price; 407-425-7571; gaydays.com.

THURSDAY, JUNE 2
Gay Days at Animal Kingdom: Enjoy a day at Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom. 9 am-11 pm; Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Walt Disney World Resort, Lake Buena Vista; cost of admission; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
Gay Days at SeaWorld: From live shows to free concerts, up-close animal encounters to inspiring shows, you’ll find something for everyone here to enjoy. 9 am-7 pm; SeaWorld, 7007 SeaWorld Drive; cost of admission; 888-800-5447; gaydays.com.
Gay Days Bears Thursday Daytime Pool Party: DJ Luke Hampel, DJ AJ Reddy and DJ Chris Adams. 12-5 pm; DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld, 10100 International Drive; $25-$30; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
Gay Days Bears Thursday Night Pool Party: DJs Luke Hampel, AJ Reddy and Chris Adams. 5 pm-2 am; DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld; $35-$40; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
Gay Days Thursday Daytime Main Pool Party: Thirst Thursday with DJs Miss M, Chomper and Amy Alderman. 10 am-5 pm; DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld, 10100 International Drive; $25-$30; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
Gay Days Thursday Night Main Pool Party: Thirst Thursday with DJs Miss M, Chomper and Amy Alderman. 5 pm-3 am; DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld; $35-$40; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
Girls in Wonderland Traffic Jam: Red means she’s taken. Yellow means approach with caution. Green means go for it. 10 pm-2:30 am; Southern Nights, 375 S. Bumby Ave.; $10-$15; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
Pleasure Island @ Parliament House: Featuring the Explosion Dancers, two dance floors, a midnight countdown, Latin revue and more. 8 pm-3 am; Parliament House, 410 N. Orange Blossom Trail; free-$10; 407-425-7571; gaydays.com.
Taste of Gay Days: Tastings of beers, wines, spirits and hors d’oeuvres from local restaurants. 6-10 pm; DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld; $40-$50; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.

Gay Days Pool Parties, Wednesday-Sunday at the DoubleTree by Hilton at SeaWorld Credit: via GayDays.com
FRIDAY, JUNE 3
Gay Days at Hollywood Studios: Movie magic comes to life at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, awash in the glitz and glamour of Hollywood’s Golden Age. 9 am-10:30 pm; Disney Hollywood Studios, Walt Disney World Resort, 351S. Studio Drive, Lake Buena Vista; cost of admission; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
Gay Days at Universal Studios: Go behind the scenes, beyond the screen, and jump right into the action of your favorite movies at Universal Studios. 9 am-8 pm; Universal Studios, 6000 Universal Blvd.; cost of admission; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
Gay Days Bears Friday Daytime Pool Party: With DJs Sean M, Miss M and Daniel Borer. 10 am-5 pm; DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld, 10100 International Drive; $25-$30; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
Gay Days Bears Friday Night Pool Party: Meet your party activators, DJs Sean M, Miss M and Daniel Borrero. 5 pm-3 am; DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld, 10100 International Drive; $35-$40; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
Gay Days Friday Daytime Main Pool Party: Get your hottest swimwear ready and take a dip with the hottest party activators, DJs J Warren, Chris Tavi and Drew G. 10 am-5 pm; DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld, 10100 International Drive; $25-$35; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
Gay Days Friday Night Main Pool Party: Get your hottest swimwear ready and take a dip with the hottest party activators, DJs J Warren, Chris Tavi and Drew G. 5 pm-3 am; DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld, 10100 International Drive; $35-$40; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
Girls in Wonderland Climax: Featuring Taryn Manning from Orange Is the New Black, guest DJ Whitney Day rocks the house with top 40, dance, hip-hop and Go-Go’s galore. 9 pm-2 am; Cheyenne Saloon and Opera House, 128 W. Church St.; $15-$20; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
Girls in Wonderland Wet Pool Party: Party poolside with over 2,000 women, featuring Vanessa Behrens and DJ Pat Pat. 11 am-5 pm; Sheraton Lake Buena Vista Resort, 12205 Apopka-Vineland Road; $15; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
Miss Gay Days Pageant: Contestants will be vying for the crown, cash prizes and the opportunity to represent Gay Days at parties and festivals throughout the following year. 6 pm; DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld, 10100 International Drive; $25-$225; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
Erika Jayne: From Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. 8 pm-3 am; Parliament House, 410 N. Orange Blossom Trail; $10-$20; 407-425-7571.
One Magical Weekend: CADABRA After Hours: Driving, sexy beats take you into the dawn hours at Orlando’s newest mega-club. 2 am-8 am; Mango’s Tropical Cafe Orlando, 8126 International Drive; $75; onemagicalweekend.com.
One Magical Weekend: Riptide at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon: The weekend’s signature event once again washes ashore Disney’s entire 52-acre fantasy water park, where 6,000 party animals clad in little more than a bathing suit dance, go on water rides, or chill out. 7 pm-2 am; Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon, Walt Disney World Resort, Lake Buena Vista; $100-$197; onemagicalweekend.com.
One Magical Weekend: Therapy Pool Parties at B Resort and Spa: The parties taking place daily alongside – and in – the sprawling zero-entry pool at B Resort bring the concept of “pool party” to a whole new level. 11 am-6 pm; B Resort and Spa, 1905 Hotel Plaza Blvd., Lake Buena Vista; $25; onemagicalweekend.com.
Out for Laughs With Suzanne Westenhoefer: An evening of laughs with one of today’s hottest lesbian comics. 7:30-9:30 pm; Sheraton Lake Buena Vista Resort, 12205 Apopka-Vineland Road; $25; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
Kesha at One Magical Weekend: The Main Event, Saturday at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Credit: Yu Tsai
SATURDAY, JUNE 4
Unite Party: Hector Fonseca, Kitty Meow: The legendary Miss Meow plus official Beyoncé remixer Hector Fonseca. 10 pm; Venue 578, 578 N. Orange Ave.; $40-$200; 407-872-0066.
Gay Days at Magic Kingdom: Get your best red shirt ready to be seen to celebrate 26 years of Gay Days. 9 am-10 pm; Magic Kingdom, Walt Disney World Resort, Lake Buena Vista; cost of admission; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
Gay Days at Universal Studios: Go behind the scenes, beyond the screen, and jump right into the action of your favorite movies at Universal Studios. 9 am-8 pm; Universal Studios, 6000 Universal Blvd.; cost of ad- mission; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
Gay Days Bears Saturday Daytime Pool Party: Bear cave lagoon. 10 am-5 pm; DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld, 10100 International Drive; $25-$35; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
Gay Days Bears Saturday Night Pool Party: With DJs Sinna-G, Chomper and J Warren. 5 pm-3 am; DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld, 10100 International Drive; $35-$40; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
Gay Days Expo: One of the largest gay and lesbian expos in the world. 11 am-7 pm; DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld, 10100 International Drive; free; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
Gay Days Porn Bingo: Live entertainment, XXX prizes, a meet & greet and more. 6-7:30 pm; DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld, 10100 International Drive; $20-$30; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
Gay Days: Sandra Bernhard & Deborah Cox: See the actress, writer, comedian, singer and now radio host of Sirius XM’s “Sandyland.” 8 pm-3 am; Parliament House, 410 N. Orange Blossom Trail; $19-$75; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
Gay Days Saturday Daytime Main Pool Party: Party at the main lagoon pool. 10 am-5 pm; DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld, 10100 International Drive; $25-$30; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
Gay Days: The Rocky Horror Picture Show Experience: Live Give yourself over to ab- solute pleasure at this shadowcast by the Rich Weirdoes. 8 pm; Great Lakes Ballroom, DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld, 10100 International Drive; $15-$25; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
Gay Days Saturday Night Main Pool Party: As the sun begins to set, the party turns into one huge glow party, featuring DJs Neon the Glowgobear, Bret Law and ChiChi LaRue, free swag giveaways and more. 5 pm-3 am; DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld, 10100 International Drive; $35 advance, $40 door; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
Girls in Wonderland: The Main Event: 2,500 women take over the dance floor, moving to top 40 beats & more with guest DJs Aasha and Pat Pat on the turntables. 10 pm-2 am; House of Blues, Disney Springs, Lake Buena Vista; $26-$69; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
Girls in Wonderland SPLASH Pool Party: Party poolside with over 2,000 women, featuring DJs Citizen Jane, Aasha, Whitney Day and more. 11 am-5 pm; Sheraton Lake Buena Vista Resort, 12205 Apopka-Vineland Road; $15; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
One Magical Weekend: CADABRA After Hours: Driving, sexy beats take you nightly into the dawn hours at Orlando’s newest megaclub. 2am-8am; Mango’s Tropical Cafe Orlando, 8126 International Drive; $75; 718- 938-9424; onemagicalweekend.com.
One Magical Weekend: The Main Event at Hollywood Studios: For six hours, enjoy Disney’s Hollywood Studios, with performances by Kesha, Beth Sacks, and DJs Twisted Dee, Nina Flowers and Kidd Madonny. 9 pm-3 am; Disney Hollywood Studios, Walt Disney World Resort, 351 S. Studio Drive, Lake Buena Vista; $110-$207; onemagicalweekend.com.
One Magical Weekend: Therapy Pool Parties at B Resort and Spa: The parties taking place daily alongside – and in – the sprawling zero-entry pool at B Resort bring the concept of “pool party” to a whole new level. 11 am-6 pm; B Resort and Spa, 1905 Hotel Plaza Blvd., Lake Buena Vista; $25; onemagicalweekend.com.
Betty Who, Sunday at Parliament House
SUNDAY, JUNE 5
Gay Days: Betty Who & Estelle: 3 pm-3 am; Parliament House, 410 N. Orange Blossom Trail; $19-$75; 407-896-8431.
Gay Days Comedy: Brad Loekle: 8 pm; Footlight Theatre, The Parliament House, 410 N. Orange Blossom Trail; $15; 407- 425-7571; parliamenthouse.com.
Gay Days at Epcot: Explore exciting attractions, international pavilions, award-winning fireworks and seasonal special events. 9 am-9 pm; Epcot, 200 Epcot Center Drive, Lake Buena Vista; cost of admission; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
Gay Days at iDrive 360: Home of the 400-foot Orlando Eye, featuring attractions, restaurants, live entertainment and shopping. 10 am-2 pm; I-Drive 360, 8445 International Drive; cost of admission; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
Gay Days Bears Sunday Daytime Pool Party: Bear Cave Lagoon with DJ Barney Philly, DJ Sergio and DJ C-Rail. 10 am-5 pm; DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld, 10100 International Drive; $25-$35; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
Gay Days Bears Sunday Night Pool Party: Bear Cave Lagoon with DJ Barney Philly, DJ Sergio and DJ C-Rail. 5 pm-2 am; DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld, 10100 International Drive; $35-$40; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
Gay Days: Drag Bingo Extravaganza: Drag queen and king performances, awesome prizes and one hell of a drag show. 12-1:30 pm; DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld, 10100 International Drive; $10-$20; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
Gay Days Expo: One of the largest gay and lesbian expos in the world. 10 am-4 pm; DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld, 10100 International Drive; free; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
Gay Days Sunday Night Main Pool Party: Final pool party of the week, featuring DJ Nancy Starr, DJ Chris Adams and DJ Chris Cox. 5 pm-3 am; DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld, 10100 International Drive; $35-$40; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
Girls in Wonderland: Pumps vs. Pants Pool Party: Water volleyball, cornhole, and the infamous Bikini Contest. Noon-5 pm; Sheraton Lake Buena Vista Resort, 12205 Apopka-Vineland Road; $15; 407-896-8431; gaydays.com.
One Magical Weekend: CADABRA After Hours: Driving, sexy beats take you nightly into the dawn hours at Orlando’s newest megaclub. 2 am-8 am; Mango’s Tropical Cafe Orlando, 8126 International Drive; $75; 718- 938-9424; onemagicalweekend.com.
One Magical Weekend: Deep at Epcot: The evening begins with drinks and rides at Epcot, continues with the award-winning fireworks extravaganza “Illuminations: Reflections of Earth” at our own VIP viewing area, then gather at the Isle of France for a show that, with a bang, announces it’s time to enter the Epcot World Showplace turned ultra-hip nightclub. 7 pm-2 am; Epcot, 200 Epcot Center Drive, Lake Buena Vista; $100-$197; onemagicalweekend.com.
One Magical Weekend: Therapy Pool Parties at B Resort and Spa: At the last party of the weekend alongside – and in – the sprawling zero-entry pool at B Resort, DJ Deanne and Cindel will mellow you out with romantic beats. 11 am-6 pm; B Resort and Spa, 1905 Hotel Plaza Blvd., Lake Buena Vista; $25; onemagicalweekend.com.

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This article appears in Jun 1-7, 2016.