🌈 DIRTY DANCING: PRIDE AFTER DARK

💋 Nobody Puts Queer in a Corner

Join us for a Pagans Paradise social dance gathering featuring immersive elements and performances, hosted by Mo The Cryptid

The dance floor is alive.

Bodies move together beneath neon lights. Sweat drips. Eyes lock across the room. A stranger grabs your hand and suddenly you’re spinning into a moment that feels electric, playful, and just a little dangerous.

Welcome to DIRTY DANCING: PRIDE AFTER DARK — a queer dance and play party where rhythm, connection, and liberation collide.

Inspired by underground disco culture, sweaty summer nights, and the joy of queer movement, this isn’t just a party where dancing happens in the background. Here, the dance floor IS the experience. The pulse of the music drives the entire night — from flirtation and tension to connection and release.

This is a space to move freely, express boldly, and let yourself be seen. Grind with strangers. Slow dance with a crush. Lose yourself in a rainbow soul train. Explore playful intimacy in ways that feel exciting, embodied, and consensual.

Whether you come to dance all night, flirt in the shadows, kiss someone new, or simply bask in the beautiful chaos of queer joy — this space is yours.

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EVENT DETAILS

🕗 Doors Open: 9:00 PM (Doors close at 9:59 PM—no exceptions)

🕗 Opening Circle : 10:00 PM

🕗 Special Performance : 10:30 PM

🕗 Event Ends: 3:00 AM

📍 Location: Near Union Square (Full address provided in your confirmation email)

🌟 Accessibility: This venue is a walk-up and may not be accessible to all.

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WHAT TO EXPECT

👋 Orientation

We will set the container by reviewing consent guidelines & mutual desire to ensure we all respect this privileged space. We'll also provide suggestions on enjoying the venue throughout the night.

💃 The Dance Floor Stays Open All Night

Unlike traditional play parties, the heart of this event is movement. The big room remains an active dance floor throughout the night for those who want to dance, connect, and lose themselves in the music from start to finish.

🚂 Rainbow Soul Train

One of our most beloved experiences returns! Jump into the line, hype each other up, and celebrate queer expression through movement, rhythm, and playful chaos.

💋 Kissing Booth & Curious Corner

A low-pressure, consent-forward space for playful queer exploration, flirtation, and connection. Whether it’s your first same-gender kiss or just another fun moment in a night full of possibility, curiosity is welcome here.

🎭 Featured Performers & Dance Instigators

Special guests will help ignite the energy of the room with performances, interactive moments, and playful encouragement to get bodies moving and people connecting.

🔥 Sensual & Social Play Spaces

For those looking to explore beyond the dance floor, we’ll also have intimate social lounges and play-friendly spaces designed for connection, chemistry, and exploration.

🌈 Pride Energy Everywhere

This is a celebration of queer joy, movement, self-expression, and chosen family. Come exactly as you are — or as the version of yourself that only comes alive after dark.

⚖️ Limitations & Comfort: Everyone engages according to their own comfort level. You can engage, observe, or simply enjoy the atmosphere. There is never any pressure to do anything you do not wish to do.

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👠 OUTFIT IDEAS: SWEATY, SEXY, QUEER

Wear something that lets you move, dance, and feel incredible.

✨ Mesh, harnesses, crop tops, shorts

✨ Disco glam, rave wear, metallics, glitter

✨ Jockstraps, lingerie, leather accents

✨ UV reactive looks, fishnets, playful Pride colors

✨ Sneakers, boots, barefoot dance energy — whatever helps you move

This is a party for bold self-expression, playful seduction, and queer celebration.

🚫 No low-effort outfits, casual streetwear, or gym clothes.

1. Nobody puts queer in a corner — and nobody should look like they came straight from one either.

There’s a changing area available for all your transformation needs.

*Shoes are welcome everywhere but the mats. Many of our guests opt to remove shoes for comfort.*

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⚖️ COMMUNITY & CONSENT

DIRTY DANCING is a consent-driven environment rooted in mutual desire, communication, and respect.

You are welcome to dance, flirt, observe, socialize, cuddle, kiss, or simply enjoy the atmosphere. There is never any pressure to engage beyond your comfort level.

Our facilitators and guardians are here to help maintain a fun, respectful, and safer environment for everyone.

We reserve the right to remove anyone whose actions breach our Community Guidelines, misalign with our values, or jeopardize the integrity of this container. Please honor this privileged space and treat it with the care you would your own home.

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TICKETS

Prices increase as tiers sell out—don’t wait!

There are NO REFUNDS for this event - if you cannot make it, please gift or sell your ticket to a worthy soul (Please do not use chat function for this process). To protect the space, late arrivals will not be admitted after doors close, and refunds will not be provided.

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ABOUT US

At Pagans Paradise, we believe in creating a welcoming, joyful space for everyone to explore connection, dive into a range of educational resources, and nurture their authentic selves.

📸 Connect with us on Instagram @pagansparadise.

📩 Join our newsletter at www.pagansparadiseNYC.com.

📧 Any questions or concerns? Email us at PagansParadiseNYC@gmail.com.

Pagans Paradise has been fostering joy and connection in the community for 10 years.

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LATE ENTRY & REFUNDS

To protect the space and ensure a seamless experience for all, doors will close promptly. Late arrivals may not be admitted, and refunds will not be available. No Refunds for this event. Event is open to all, age 18+.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Pagans Paradise events are intended for educational and entertainment purposes, and attendees participate at their own risk. Some events may involve physical or emotional exploration, and by attending, you agree to take personal responsibility for your well-being. By attending, you agree to participate at your own risk, conduct your own risk management, and agree to hold the event facilitators and facility harmless for any type of harm that may occur.

Pagans Paradise upholds Plura's community guidelines, and all activities within our events are consensual, respectful, and professionally guided.