Save The Date – A NEW Heatwave 7-18-2020
A BRAND NEW HEATWAVE EVENT coming June 18th, 2020!
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Finally! Lets Get Soaking Wet!
From the producers of Six Flags OUT IN THE PARK, comes this very exciting event. HEATWAVE!
“We’re taking over Key Lime Cove INDOOR Water Resort, for 24 hours!” says Derrick Sorles of BestGayChicago.com. “Like our OUT IN THE PARK event at Six Flags, this will be a totally private event and it will benefit a local charity.”
Imagine 24 Hours
of LGBT Paradise at
Key Lime Cove INDOOR Water Park Resort!
Be a part of the country’s first-ever 24-hour PRIVATE LGBT Indoor Poolside Dance Party and Water Park Celebration Benefiting a different charity every year. Chicago Gay Men’s Chorus will be the beneficiary for 2014!
Saturday, November 15th, 2014 3pm – Sunday, November 16th, 2014 3pm!
Room/Party Packages $98 Per Person/double occupancy,
includes ROOM + PARTY TICKETS!
4 person rooms as low as $85 per person.
PARTY LIKE A ROCKSTAR! Suites can accommodate 6-8 for $100 – $160 pp
*414 Resort-Style Key West Guest Rooms and LUXE Suites
· *Seven Room/Suite Options Sleeping/Connecting 2 to 12 Or More Guests
· * 12-Hour Indoor Water Park Dance Party Admission Included In Your Room Price
· * 4 Amazing DJ Sets and Poolside Dance Party from 3PM – 3AM
· * 45 Minutes Away from Chicago, Across From Six Flags Great America in Gurnee Illinois
· *65,000 Square Feet of INDOOR Water Park FUN – Always tropically-inspired, 84 degrees and Humid
· *10,000 Square Foot State-Of-The-Art Gaming Arcade
· *Restaurants, Bars, Confectionery Center, Convenience Store, Souvenirs
EVERYTHING A Guest Needs- Just bring your swim suit!
BOOK NOW! Call 877-360-0403 and tell them code HEAT WAVE!
((Don’t want a room? it’s $85 for a ticket for JUST THE PARTY 6pm-3am. Call 1-224-656-8013 or 1-224-656-8146 for those $85 tickets. $99 at the door, IF AVAILABLE! )
ROOMS INCLUDE ADMISSION TO PARTY. 24 hours access to hotel and 12 hour dance water park party. Rooms hold 2-10 people, room price is based on 2 person occupancy. Up charge for add on is $75-$100 PP depending on room. Bars will be open until 2am.
ie. a room for $195 gets 2 people a room and 2 tickets; add on 2 friends for $75 each to that room. So four of you sleep there for about $90 each! And that’s beds and party!!
DON’T WAIT! Or you might be fighting for a room!
THIS EVENT WILL SELL OUT only 414 rooms!
BOOK YOUR PASSPORT TO PARADISE NOW!~
Call 877-360-0403 and tell them code HEAT WAVE!
Your 24 hour Vacation
www.HeatwaveChicago.com
Shuttle Service Transportation to and from Heatwave
No car to get out to Key Lime Cove? No worries! A List Limousine is offering a limo service and/or party bus, depending on how many people need a ride. The cost is $20 each way and that includes tip and water, soda, beer in either vehicle.
Transportation will leave Boystown on November 15th at 2:00pm
And for the return, transportation will leave KLC at 3PM and back to Boystown on the 16th
So reserve a space and sit back and relax!
1-800-729-5110 and tell them you need a ride for HEATWAVE Nov. 15th!
Frequently Asked Questions for Heatwave
I have gotten questions about what the hotel has and does not have……their gift shop has most all of your needs covered. Snacks , mints, gun, candy, water, juices but NO CIGARETTES because the entire building is non smoking!!! You must smoke outside. (POT TOO – OUTSIDE).
And BYOC. Bring Your Own Cigarettes for 24 hours. There is a gas station, down the street, if you run out.
Other than that, the complex has several food options, salads, sandwiches, quite a lot of food to choose from, Starbucks Coffee, muffins, cookies, fresh fudge and sweets, breakfast sandwiches, Pizza all night long delivered to your room. Champagne Gospel Brunch with Champagne, food and show the next day for $30 or a smaller mini brunch will be available as well.
Frequently asked question :
If I am in a bathing suit for 9 hours where do I put my money/credit card/phone?
Steamworks has graciously donated these cool blue waterproof satchels with a string – to be worn around the neck, around the waist, around the arm – where ever! How cool is that?!
FYI – this complex is HUGE and you may find yourself leaving the pool area, walking around to get a bite to eat, drink, maybe go to the arcade, or maybe go to your room for a swim suit change!
Consider bringing slip on sandals or flip flops perhaps. You might also take a tank top or T shirt to the pool. But you are welcome to walk around the entire building in your swimsuit if you want to.
There will be bars EVERYWHERE! And drinking is allowed at the pool!
The waterpark uses clear inter tubes for insurance reasons.
Outside inflatables
ARE NOT ALLOWED
IN THE WATER.
You can have inflatable toys near your chairs or tables, to decorate your area.
But the ARE NOT allowed in the water.
Lifeguards must be able to
see the water at all times.
ChicagoPride.com Gets The Scoop on Heatwave
Fresh off the success of their second Out in the Park, the boys of Best Gay Cities are excited to bring the very first 24-hour, private LGBT indoor waterpark dance party to the Midwest. On Nov. 15, 2014, Derrick Sorles and Michael Snell are taking over the Key Lime Cove Indoor Waterpark Resort in Gurnee Illinois for Heatwave, an over-the-top all-night slumber party benefiting the Chicago Gay Men’s Chorus.
“We have always wanted to do a really unique party like this!” they told ChicagoPride.com. “Something very different than our Six Flags Out in the Park, something that really has never been done before — to take an amazing entertainment venue and make it a private LGBT party, just for us.”
“I think the event is unique and the price is right,” Snell said. “You get a party AND a room for about $100 per person. You check in, put on a bathing suit and enjoy yourself for 24 hours without leaving!”
Their Facebook event page asks partygoers to envision a private LGBT paradise, 86 degrees and humid, featuring 2,000 plus adults in swimsuits and underwear, dancing, drinking, riding waterslides and partying through the night.
The event begins with check-in from 3 to 6 p.m., featuring a welcome DJ and champagne while guests get settled into their rooms. Three subsequent three-hour DJ sets will accompany a wild, indoor waterpark dance party, featuring local entertainment and dancers, that rages until 3 a.m.
“There will be a fashion show with sexy models from Ramsey J Prince and J Prince Studios and some of the boys and girls from Scarlet’s posse will be on hand, as well as some dancers from CREAM,” Sorles said. “So expect a lot of skin, a lot of music and fun and a lot water!”
Read More at ChicagoPride.com
MUSIC for HEATWAVE 2014 featuring CAZWELL
For our first year of HEATWAVE we have lined up 4 dj’s
to keep the music flowing from 3pm Saturday until 3am Sunday!
Welcome DJ 3pm-6pm DJ Harry Cross
Harry Cross is a resident DJ at Smart Bar in Chicago and one of the founding residents of the Men’s Room parties.
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Waterpark DJ 1 6pm-8pm from the DJs of Scarlet, Scotty T
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Waterpark DJ 2 8pm-11pm Cody Domino
Since his early start djing for drag shows in Milwaukee, Cody Domino has transformed into a regionally-recognized DJ.
From Green Bay to Milwaukee, Rockford to Dubuque, and Madison to Chicago he has energized dancefloors all over the Midwest!!
Cody Domino on Facebook
His company Infinite Entertainment specializes in the best in male and female dancers, dj’s, burlesque performers, singers and more! They currently provide entertainment to clubs and venues around the globe and are always looking to bring the next big party to a venue near you!
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Waterpark Live Performance 11pm – 12am CAZWELL
WE ARE THRILLED Cazwell is here for our first annual Heatwave!
Luke Caswell, better known as Cazwell, is an American rapper, songwriter and DJ. His work focuses on gay and bisexual urban themes and content, and his music and videos are frequently played on Logo.
He has released two studio albums—Get Into It in 2006 and Watch My Mouth in 2009—and a number of EPs, music videos and popular singles. His third album Hard 2 B Fresh is out now and he recently released a new single and music video for “Hellen Keller” featuring Drag Race superstar Manila Luzon and Roxy (known for underground House classics “Get Huh” and “Accident”).
CAZWELL.com for more info! Cazwell and Friends on SoundCloud
Cazwell on Twitter Cazwell on Instagram
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Waterpark DJ 3 12am – 3am from the DJs of Scarlet, DJ Luna
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And our beneficiary this year
will be the Chicago Gay Mens Chorus!
The Chicago Gay Men’s Chorus (CGMC) has been an integral part of Chicago’s cultural and gay communities since 1983. For the last two decades, they have entertained audiences across the continent with innovative musical programming exploring everything from love to politics to the sometimes fabulous, sometimes challenging world of being gay—often all at the same time.
While they raise funds from the community throughout the year with events like “Lipstick and Lyrics,” “The Big Package Auction” and “The Disco Ball,” it is no exaggeration to say that the generosity of donors is what allows CGMC to play its vital role in the community.
With more than 150 singing members backed by a small army of volunteers, the CGMC family covers a diverse cross-section of the Chicago metropolitan area.
Hosts and Entertainment for Heatwave 2014
How lucky are we to have BOTH of these hot men as our hosts for Heatwave 2014?!
AUSTIN ARMACOST (left)
Austin first rose to notoriety on the New York City socialite scene in 2007 while working a high fashion model. He then quickly dating famed fashion designer & Louis Vuitton mastermind Marc Jacobs. In 2010, he joined the cast of this hit new reality show “The A List New York.” Austin quickly became a fan favorite with his no bullshit attitude, adventurous personality, and party boy mentality as well.
TRAVER RAINS (right)
Traver Rains, former co-creator of infamous fashion brand Heatherette, has since started his own line, T. Rains. The brand features a wide range of designs from silk-screened tank tops and t-shirts to custom couture dresses. His new line is a combination of influences of his Western roots as a 5th generation horse rancher and his many years of living and designing in NYC. T. Rains growing fan base include the likes of Adam Lambert, Kaya Jones, Alan Cumming, Thompson Square, Johnny Weir, Lance Bass, Perez Hilton, and Lydia Hearst.
Rains has had a long career in the fashion industry and has shown at New York Fashion Week 16 times. He’s done fashion shows around the world in cities like Tokyo, Kyoto, Moscow, Miami, Mexico City, Vienna and Los Angeles. Throughout his career Rains has the good fortune of working with some of the best models in the business including Naomi Campbell, Devon Aoki, Omahyra Mota, Alek Wek, Anouck Lepere, Chanel Iman, Chad White, Coco Rocha, Elizabeth Jagger, and many more.
In 2007 he and former design partner, Richie Rich, headlined the world-renowned AIDS charity event, Life Ball, in Vienna, Austria. The event has raised millions of dollars to help finance global HIV and AIDS initiatives. Other charitable works include a collaboration with Olympic figure skater, Johnny Weir, to raise money for The Trevor Project. Together they designed a t-shirt with the logo “Army of One” to encourage kids to be strong and to keep believing in themselves. T. Rains debuted a new collection at the Make-A-Wish Ball and will be doing charity fashion shows for Project Ethos and Hotbed Benefit later this year.
Currently residing in California, Rains is also working as a fashion photographer (www.traverrains.com) in his Hollywood studio. He has recently shown his work at exhibits in San Francisco, Hollywood, and Culver City.
Check out his designs and store at T Rains!
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Trannika Rex will also be on hand! Infamous drag queen/MC, Trannika has been a rising star in Chicago, frequently seen at Scarlet and Berlin nightclubs.
“The more I host, the more offensive I become,” he said with a bit of sass. “Trannika’s a self-absorbed, alcoholic bigot, but she’s full of love. I studied improv at Second City and did theater for 11 years, so a big part of the show is spontaneous audience interaction through games and live tweeting. It’s organized chaos. You might gasp first, but you’re always going to end up laughing.”
Best part of your job: “Getting drunk on stage with my best friends.”
Worst part of your job: “Having to wake up the next day.”
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PLUS The Fabulous TRIXIE MATTEL!
Known for her life-in-plastic aesthetic, Trixie Mattel has been charming audiences for years in her unmatched performance style. With her razor-sharp reads and her off-color comedy, she is also a dazzling host/emcee personality.
Madison to Milwaukee;
Neverlands Drag Carnage;
Drag Matinee;
Trixie Mattel is a poolside essential!
Accessories sold separately,batteries not included .
Ramsey Prince and J Prince Studio with Seth Fornea and Jared Bradford
Ramsey J Prince of J Prince Studios will be bringing a gaggle of hot male models to show off swimsuits and costumes galore! And will be FEATURING the male supermodel power couple….Seth Fornea and Jared Bradford – who travel the WORLD showing up at all of the BEST parties!
New Arrivals at J Prince Studios !! Mention Heatwave and get 15% off all season
— at J Prince Studio.
Big Gay Gospel Brunch Sunday November 16th
Start your Sunday with Big Gay Gospel Brunch! We will get you in the spirit with some upbeat gospel music, and a tongue-in-cheek drag show starring that whacky Shawna Love and Harmony Breeze from Milwaukee!
Key Lime Cove is offering a very special Brunch Buffet for us and we have designed it as
BIG GAY GOSPEL BRUNCH!
Gorgeous Buffet
PLUS music and live entertainment.
Menu selection include….
Assorted Fresh Fruit & Assorted Pastries
Yogurt Bar & Cottage Cheese
Shrimp Cocktail
Eggs Benedict & Scrambled Eggs & Omelet station
Bacon, Sausage Links
Biscuits and Sausage Gravy
Toast and Bagels
Cheesy Grits
Coffee, Tea, Milk AND ENDLESS CHAMPAGNE MIMOSAS!
$30.36 includes taxes – but not tip.
There are only Two Seating’s being offered;
only 150 seats per seating.
10am-11:30am-First Seating
12pm-1:30pm-Second Seating
It is an open seating plan, no reserved group tables.
Keep in mind this is limited to 300 people and we’re going to have 1500+ guests at the hotel.
This is very limited seating and you should purchase your brunch ticket as soon as you check in!
Shawna Love says,”we have costumes and headpieces and we are pulling out all the stops. We will be doing some sister act, disco, Vegas, camp, and gospel!”
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Shawna Love is Milwaukee’s white trash Barbie– she is zany and always up to some of her crazy antics, with her fun camp style.
She has been a Wisconsin fixture for over 20 years entertaining and the old gal is still going strong so hide the booze and the boys, she is coming at ya for Big Gay Gospel Brunch!!
and DEAR RUTHIE comes to us from Milwaukee as well. Comic, writer, performer, love goddess of brew-town, Dear Ruthie is the redheaded jewel in Milwaukee’s crown of trailer temptresses. Blonds may have more fun…but redheads remember it the next day.
GET YOUR TICKETS AT CHECK IN!
ONLY 400 seats available and we have 1200+ guests coming!
