There’s still time to get your tickets to the
GABA Mardi Gras inspired GlamStand for the best view of the return the Pride
Parade to Auckland after a ten-year absence.
Drawing
on the success of the Sydney GlamStand, renowned as the best place to the watch
the world famous Mardi Gras Parade, the GABA GlamStand offers a range of premium
view options where guests can party the Pride Parade away in a comfortable
setting, with access to good food and refreshments.
VIP
Guests
VIP guests include David Huebner - USA Ambassador and his
partner Dr McWaine, Auckland Mayor, Len Brown and his deputy Penny Hulse,
marriage equality campaigner MP Louisa Wall and her partner Marilyn Waring, MPs
Nikki Kaye, Jacinda Ahern and Paul Hutchison.
Special treats for GlamStanders include a glass of bubbles on
arrival, exclusive catering by Dawsons, GlamStand only entertainment and the
best view from the comfort of your own seat. Oasis Beauty, the New Zealand
skincare specialist is providing complimentary sunscreen.
The
Auckland Pride Parade 2013 takes place this Saturday 16 February. With
over 40 entries, the Auckland Pride Parade is the highlight of the Auckland
Pride Festival celebrating the Rainbow Community in the greater Auckland area.
This
year’s Auckland Pride Parade theme is ‘One Community’, reflecting a Rainbow
Community that is one in its diversity and a community that has its place
within the wider community. Expect explosions of colour, flashing sequins, over
the top drag queens, hot toned bodies, wild dancing, fantastic music and even a
full choir performing live on the back of a truck – all happening on a stage
over 1.5kms long!
The
Auckland Pride Parade route travels in a northerly direction up Ponsonby Road
from Western Park to Three Lamps. Ponsonby Road and all adjoining streets will
be closed to traffic from midday till 9pm. All day parking restrictions apply
on Ponsonby Road and all adjoining roads.
Go
to the GABA GlamStand page for tickets gaba.org.nz/the-gaba-glamstand/
Michael
Richardson, GABA President says: `GABA is very happy to be working with the
Auckland Pride Board and to be involved with the new Pride festival in a
meaningful way. The GlamStand will provide grand-stand seating for GABA members
and invited guests including VIPs. The format is consistent with other pride
parades and similar events run internationally with great success. We believe
there will be demand for high-quality seating and facilities and this is an
opportunity to enhance the profile of Auckland Pride, GABA, and the wider gay
community. Any profits will go to the GABA Charitable Trust.’
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