Eilat Pride is Eilat’s annual Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) festival that is held over a weekend in May.
This year's Pride Festival promises to be this summer's hottest event, with a full weekend of entertainment!
So mark your calendars for Thursday, May 15, 2008 and join us in Eilat! The excitement will be non-stop during this weekend in May. In addition to the Festival & Parade on Thursday & Friday, May 15-16, there will be several great parties throughout the city, co-sponsored by Eilat Pride along with other local organizations & clubs.
Wednesday, 14th May 2008
23:30 The Day Before Tomorrow
Special pre-Pride party at De-Bar (Ofira park in front of Dan Panorama Hotel).
Free Entry.
Thursday 15th May 2008
15:00 Arrival to Eilat Hotels
Whether you're looking to pamper yourself with 5 Star luxury in a sumptuous suite with a Red Sea panorama or to collapse in a cheap n cheerful student cell after far too many hours of clubbing, Eilat has it all! For hotel reservation and special deals including tickets to ALL pride parties: 08-6334432
20:00 Welcome Cocktail
The Mayor of Eilat - Mr. Meir Izhak Halevy and the producer of the festival – Shachar Elkayam invites you to our welcome cocktail party at "Shato" (Kings City).
20:30 Dinner Party
Special dinner party at Shato Resto Bar (Kings City). For reservations, please call 08-6322666
23:30 Women Party
The closed zone of Papaya Beach host the official pride party for women only. Ilana Shirazi & Dganit Bruchi invites you to celebrate pride with DJ Debbi and DJ Daniel Mariuma. For info & Tickets: 052-3489988
23:30 POP & Eurovision
Official opening event hosted by Platinum Club (king Solomon Hotel) with DJ Yoav Shaham (POP RING) and DJ Pini Zilber (Evita). On&Off stage Israel's top drag queens: Ziona Patriot, K-Long, Dazy Bitch & Bludy Mary. For info & Tickets: 08-6340253
23:30 Playground @ Geha
Official opening event hosted by Geha Club (New tourist center) with dj Eran Tubul (NY House & Tribal) and DJ La Bez (Electronic House & Hits). For more info & Tickets: 050-7635260
Friday, 16th May 2008
12:00 Pride parade
The Pride Parade is the climax of Pride Weekend; days during which we honor our history and our future with everyone who chooses to support us. The Parade is the community's opportunity to express freedom, gratitude and pride for being able to live in harmony.
Whether you are one of the 1000+ participants or one of the attendees, there is nothing quite like the exhilaration of Eilat's annual Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual & Transgender Pride Parade. Eilat's Pride Parade holds a unique place in the hearts of Israelis and the many visitors who come to the Parade from throughout The country and from Europe.
The Parade is a thrill for spectators all the way down from Ben Gurion University at Hatmarim blvd to Papaya Beach. Throughout the route, the Parade is an empowering blend of color and sound with beautiful costumes and performances.
13:00 Pride on the Beach
Special pride celebration at Papaya Beach. Live show by Israel's baby-diva JOUEL hosted by DJ Dudi Sharon. During the event @ Papaya humorous sports & games – Inspired by TV Reality "Survival ". MC of event: MORAN AIZENSTEIN.
23:30 Pride Up The Night
A once in a lifetime party between a desert and the Red Sea. A legendary night with Mega DJ OFFER NISSIM. Hosted by DJ Moti S. (FFF Res.) and DJ Debbi Avital (freedom Res.). Live on stage – HENREE FEAT. NIKKA.
The Official Pride Event is hosted by Dekel Beach. For more info call 050-3666631, Tickets: 08-6340253
More information about pride events, parties & International film festival will be available within few days. For more info: Mail us: eilat@pride.org.il or feel free to call 08-6340253, 050-3666632
