With Miami’s traditional fabulous White Party canceled this year as a result of the effects of the Lockdown, the city is about to have a new queer festival to celebrate Thanksgiving Weekend.  It’s called URGE and will be a massive three-night, four-day spectacular featuring a list of the world’s most famous circuit DJs and performers including Isaac Escalante, Renato Cecin, Aron, Alex Lo, Joe Gauthreaux, Phil Romano, Morabito and Suri.“

With Covid restrictions still in place making it difficult for overseas talent and partygoers to travel, the producers are billing the event as the ultimate holiday reunion for the American gay party community, emphasizing strength and unity,

URGE Miami Festival’s opening night party will be a collaboration with Mexico’s Arena Festival and We Party. “Expect the unexpected,” promises Luis Morera.

The URGE Miami Festival Beach Party will take place on an expanded area, east of the dunes on 12th Street, from their 2019 event, but the current plan calls for an even wider footprint that will give more space on the dancefloor.  It will also feature a stage that rises 25 feet into the air and a raised VIP area with great views of the stage, where guests can enjoy a full open bar. 

This year’s host hotel is the Kimpton Anglers, conveniently located on Washington Ave, just off 5th.  They are currently offering specially negotiated rates starting at just $219/night that can be booked directly from the URGE Miami Festival website.  The hotel is also offering to halve the normal resort fee for URGE Miami Festival guests.

 

For a list of all the different parties and to purchase tickets for URGE Miami Festival  go to their  website.  

 

N.B. A portion of the proceeds from URGE Miami Festival will benefit Miami Beach Pride, a not-for-profit organization that works to unite members of the LGBTQ community by celebrating the unique spirit and culture of its people.