Calendar Of Events For 2011
Welcome to The "Black Beach Week 2012 Schedule". We are in the process of putting together the
largest lineup of beach and super party events for people of color which will occur all throughout 2012. There are over 200
events scheduled for next year. Unless otherwise notated all events will carry a
minimum of 5,000 to over 1,000,000 participants.
If you would like the new 2012 event calendar emailed to you please place your email address in the white box.
Where Da'Party At?......Here It Is
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THE 6TH ANNUAL WINTER SKI FEST
Place: Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Date: January 13-16, 2012
Comments: The winter takeover has begun and for the 6th straight year the Winter Ski Fest and brought in record numbers of participants who come to party the weekend away for 72 hours. You cannot miss this event.
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M.L.K SKI WEEKEND
Place: Boyne Falls, Michigan (The Boyne Mountain Ski Resort)
Date: January 13-16, 2012
Comments: Th Black Ski Weekend (also know as MLK Ski Weekend) has grown into the largest super party winter event. They come by buses, planes, trains and automobiles to witness what thousands of others had the pleasure of experience. Four days long. Four days strong. Four days of nothing but knock yourself out fun at the The Boyne Mountain Ski Resort.
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RENEGADE SKI WEEKEND
Place: Lake Tahoe, Nevada
Date: January 13-16, 2012
Comments: From the same people who have brought Palm Springs, California annual pool parties events have brought that same flavor to the winter. The show, the skis, the spa and all the sexy people have made this one of those events you have to see to believe. Last year, over 800 people attended this annual winter getaway. This upcoming event, we expect over 1,000 adventurers from all over the world to represent the LARGEST ski weekend for urban professionals
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BARBADOS JAZZ FESTIVAL - PAINT IT JAZZ
Place: Barbados
Date: January ?,
Comments: There will be cool jazz on warm Caribbean shores when Barbados hosts the 14th annual Barbados Jazz Festival. The Barbados Jazz Festival, which celebrates the best in international and local jazz talent, has become a major annual Caribbean event.
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THE 10TH ANNUAL BATTLE OF THE BANDS - CHAMPIONSHIP
Place: Atlanta, Ga (The Georgia Dome)
Date: TBA (Actual Performance Date January 28,2012 )
Comments: For 9 straight years, this exciting event has sold out. It's been called the Superbowl Of College Marching Bands. Watch All The Historically Black College Marching Bands From Around The Country Compete To Find Out Who Is The Very Best! When the show gets ready, no one takes a break, no one goes to get popcorn, no one goes to get a soda. All eyes are on the field for some of the most electrifying displays of showmanship, sparkle, music and serious competitiveness in the country.
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AIR JAMAICA JAZZ AND BLUES FESTIVAL
Place: Montego Bay, Jamaica
Date: Jan 27-29, 2012
Comments: The Air Jamaica Jazz & Blues Festival. 2012 will mark the 16th year anniversary for this prestigious festival. Over the years, the festival has grown from small audiences of 3000 to its largest audience ever in 2012, which totaled over 40,000 for the period of the festival.
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THE 2012 NFL PRO-BOWL
Place: Aloha Stadium in Honolulu, Hawaii,
Date: January 26-29, 2012 (Game Day January 30, 2012)
Comments: The best NFL players of the season gather for a traditional Pro Bowl game. Weekend full of warm weather, exciting events and plenty of get togethers. The best players from the AFC will face their counterparts from the NFC in the Pro Bowl.
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URBAN SKI WEEKEND
Place: Gatlinburg, TN
Date: January 27-29, 2012
Comments: Urban Ski/ Party Weekend has become "THE" must attend event of the winter months. The event has become so WILDLY POPULAR that party people of all ages are grabbing their winter gear and taking it to the slopes!
SUPERBOWL WEEKEND 2012
Date: Feb 1- Feb 6,2012 (Actual Game Date: Sunday, Feb.5, 2012)
Place: Indianapolis, Indiana Lucas Oil Stadium
Comments: The largest party in the US.his would be the first time that the Super Bowl is held in Indianapolis Every entertainer, athlete, celebrity and more will converge in Indianapolis for this event. Every club and party will be jammed packed.
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BAHAMAS MUSIC FEST ISLAND JAM 2012
Date: Feb 3- Feb 6,2012
Place: Nassau, Bahamas
Comments:With Eric Benet, Doug E Fresh, Kurtis Blow and More. Sponsored by M.D. Ski Express Island Jam is a cultural celebration of music. Situated on the pristine white sandy beaches of Nassau Bahamas, Island Jam is expected to bring thousands to enjoy the sand, surf and music. Experience the musical talents of world renown contemporary R&B artists, Old school musical journeys, and Sunday jazz all during Superbowl weekend. It a beach concert you will always remember.
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42ND ANNUAL NAACP IMAGE AWARDS
Date: February ?, 2012
Place: Los Angeles, CA(Shrine Auditorium)
Comments:The NAACP Image Awards are an exciting, star-studded salute to the best in entertainment. Honorees, presenters and performers have included many of the major celebrities in America as well as international political figures and dignitaries. There are 36 competitive categories in the fields of motion picture, television, music and literature. There are also several honorary awards including the Chairman¿½s Award, The Presidents¿½s Award and The Image Awards Hall of Fame.
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N.B.A ALL STAR WEEKEND 2012
Place: Orlando, Florida
Date:February 24-27, 2012
Actual Game Date: Sunday February 26th, 2012
Comments:Did you witness what happened last year for N.B.A All Star Weekend? Did you hear about the parties? Did you hear about the celebrities? Did you hear about how packed the streets were? Did you stay in one of the celebrity hosted hotels? Can you imagine what will happen when Orlando, Florida host the NBA All Star Weekend for 2012? The take over begins
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WINTER WEEKEND GETAWAY CONCERT #1 - THE 1980'S OLD SCHOOL HOUSE PARTY/HIP HOP WEEKEND
Date: Feb 10 - Feb 12, 2012
Place: Gettysburg, PA
Comments: Picture This: 3 Days, 2 Nights, At A First Class Hotel or Resort 12 Hours Of Open Bar, Round Trip Transportation 4 All You Can Eat Meals Comedy Show - And a Blow Out Concert Saturday Night Featuring Performing LIVE SALT -N- PEPA ~ CHUBB ROCK ~ Mc LYTE Come Along For A Weekend Like No Other.
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WINTER WEEKEND CONCERT GETAWAY #2 - R&B THROWBACK WEEKEND - FRANKIE BEVERLY/MAZE
Date: Feb 17 - Feb 19, 2012
Place: Gettysburg, PA
Comments: Picture This: 3 Days, 2 Nights, At A First Class Hotel or Resort 12 Hours Of Open Bar, Round Trip Transportation 4 All You Can Eat Meals Comedy Show - And a Blow Out Concert Saturday Night Featuring FRANKIE BEVERLY/MAZE Come Along For A Weekend Like No Other.
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WINTER WEEKEND GETAWAY CONCERT #3 - THE SUPER PARTY/HIP HOP WEEKEND
Date: Feb 25 - Feb 27, 2012
Place: Gettysburg, PA
Comments: Picture This: 3 Days, 2 Nights, At A First Class Hotel or Resort 12 Hours Of Open Bar, Round Trip Transportation 4 All You Can Eat Meals Comedy Show - And a Blow Out Concert Saturday Night Featuring RICK ROSS ~ MEEK MILL ~ SPECIAL GUEST Come Along For A Weekend Like No Other.
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BLACK ENTERPRISE WOMEN OF POWER SUMMIT
Place: Orlando, Florida
Venue: The Ritz-Carlton, Orlando, Grande Lakes
Date: FEBRUARY 15 - FEBRUARY 18, 2012
Comments:In its seventh year year, Black Enterprise is proud to bring back the Women of Power Summit - an exciting, three-day executive leadership conference designed especially for professional women of color. Prepare for more sessions, more speakers, and the most inspiring and motivational women you will ever meet! The four-day career enhancement conference created an environment that promoted fellowship and encouraged attendees to network, bond, share strategies, and learn from each others experience
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BRAZIL RIO-CARNIVAL
Place: Rio De Janeiro, Brazil and Bahia, Brazil
Date: February 17-22, 2012
Comments: This is the world-wide event that all other carnivals, parades and super party events are based on. Nothing else comes close. You have heard about what happens in Brazil and now it's time to experience what happens when you visit the most exotic location in the world. See why the beaches, the weather, the water and the women are legendary.
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TRINIDAD CARNIVAL
Place: Trinidad
Date: February 17-22, 2012
Comments: Another super carnival party that is starting to take the crown for being the leader in carnival events.
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NATIONAL BLACK SKI SUMMIT(NBS) 2012
Place: Winter Park Resort in Winter Park Colorado
Date: February 25 - March 5, 2012
Comments: The largest black ski event in the world. It is the largest event for black ski enthusiast. Thousands of skiers from all over the world from over 75 different clubs make plans to witness and take part in world's largest black skit event. Dozens of celebrities, entertainers and parties makes this a unique way to meet others for one of the largest annual African American events in the country.
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BRIT JAM SPRING BREAK 2012
Place: Montego Bay, Jamaica
Date: March 6-12, 2012
Comments: The Ultimate International Spring Break Party Holiday in Montego Bay, Jamaica! Brit Jam is a 5 day party themed holiday in which we aim to combine the talents of the British DJ and artists with the Jamaican DJ and artists. We are dedicated to providing a positive insight into the culture and lifestyle of Jamaica. Along with the parties; we provide day trips to other parts of the Island.
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MTV SPRING BREAK 2012
Date: March 6-10, 2012
Comments: You have watched the MTV spring break event for years on cable. MTV has always held the hottest spring break weekend for 75,000 spring break participants. Last year was a "wild out" experience. Cancun, Jamaica, South Padre Island and Panama City Beach have held it down for years. This year, the music channel will once again make Las Vegas, Nevada 2012 a spring break occasion where every college student must attend.
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TOM JOYNER'S FANTASTIC VOYAGE CRUISE
Place: Galveston, Texas (Ports Of Call: Cozumel, Mexico Costa Maya, Mexico Belize City, Belize)
Cruise Line: Royal Caribbeans' Voyager Of The Seas
Date: March 21 - March , 2012
Comments: Every year, nationwide radio personality Tom Joyner puts on an entertainment party packed cruise for his listeners called the Fantastic Voyage Cruise. It is the #1 cruise for professional African Americans and people of color. Each year this event sells out as thousands of participants gather each year for a week full of relaxing, concerts, comedy shows, educational forums, networking, beach parties, fashion shows and so much more. It is the ultimate party with a purpose.
For details, please visit http://www.blackcruiseweek.com
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THE TEXAS RELAYS
Place: Austin, TX
Date: ? TBA
Comments: Super party Weekend showcased under an exciting world class track and field event. Thousands pack the streets, clubs of Austin, Tx for what has become the premier sporting event of the spring and summer of the south.
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BLACK SPRING BREAK 2012- MISSISSIPPI
Place: Biloxi, Mississippi
Date: April 2012
Comments: Black Spring Break (The Next Generation) brings back one of the most talked about events in the south. 25,000 visitors jam pack the streets. They come from all over. Texas, Georgia, Alabama, Louisiana and Mississippi students come for a weekend full of beaches,bikinis, concerts, clubs and wall to wall street activities.
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THE TEXAS BEACH PARTY A.K.A KAPPA BEACH PARTY
Place: Galveston, Texas
Date: THE BEACH PARTY HAS ENDED
Comments: All good things must come to an end. We regret to inform you that event once known as The Kappa Beach Party, Beach Party Weekend and the Texas Beach Party is no more.
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B.E.T SPRING BLING 2012
Place: TBA, Florida
Date: April DATES TO BE DETERMINED, 2012
Comments: The annual super hot televised spring break event sponsored and showcased on B.E.T
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THE ST. LUCIA ISLAND JAZZ FESTIVAL
Place: St. Lucia Island
Date: May ?, 2012
Comments: Considered one of the Caribbean's premier jazz festivals, St. Lucia Jazz attracts thousands of visitors each year to enjoy island-wide musical acts.
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THE HOUSTON SPLASH
Place: Houston, Texas
Date: May ?, 2012
Comments ATTENTION: THIS IS A GAY AND LESBIAN EVENT Whats started off as a small annual get together for the black gay and lesbian community has mushroomed into 4 day large scale event that brings thousands of people to the south full of parties, beach events, entertainment shows and more.
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BLATINO OASIS
Place: Palm Springs, California
Date: May , 2012
Comments: THIS IS A GAY AND LESBIAN EVENT
The #1 Hot Spot For Gay Men Of African And Latino Descent! In Palm Springs, California, more than anywhere else, men who love men of all ages & ethnicities, from all backgrounds and places, can visit, be together, lounge and socialize at clothing optional resorts, enjoy each others company and be at ease.Pack your bags and head to the nation's hottest new travel destination for men of color and our friends. Isn't it time that you did something different?
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THE 2012 BLACK ENTERPRISE ENTREPRENEURS CONFERENCE
Place: Chicago, Il
Date: May, 2012
Comments: The Black Enterprise Entrepreneurs Conference + Expo, hosted by General Motors, features four days of business, motivational, and leadership seminars designed to empower and profit emerging and established minority businesses. Don't miss out on your chance to learn from and network today's top business leaders and entrepreneurs. Millions of dollars worth of opportunities await you at the nation's largest gathering of black-owned business leaders and key decision makers. Come experience it for yourself.
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THE BARBADOS GOSPEL FESTIVAL
Place: Barbados
Date: May 19-27, 2012
Comments: Celebrating 18 years of excellence. Dedicated to Barbados, the Caribbean and the international community, the Barbados Gospelfest maintains a standard of excellence second to none, and has become a vital festival fixture for the region at large. Our commitment to people has guaranteed growth and longevity, and a new opportunity to touch lives each year. Barbados Gospelfest AWESOME 2011 promises to be another world-class production, featuring top local, regional and international gospel talent.
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MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IN JAMAICA
Place: Negril, Jamaica
Date: May 25-28, 2012
Comments: The most exotic memorial day weekend event ever
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THE CANCUN JUMPOFF
Place: Cancun, Mexico
Date: May 25-28, 2012
O� INTERNATIONAL is bringing Bourbon St back to the white sandy beaches of Cancun, Mexico to celebrate the 8 year Anniversary of The Largest Urban Event Held Outside of the United States. Already anticipated to be the largest Memorial Day Weekend gathering ever held in Cancun, the 2011 extravaganza will celebrate all that is positive in the young, trend setting, urban professional landscape, in grand fashion.
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BLACK BIKE WEEK (A.K.A THE ATLANTIC BIKE FESTIVAL)
Place: Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Date: May 25-28, 2012
Comments: The Largest Black Bike Festival in the world. Over 300,000 participate in what has become a super bike event for people of color. Black Bike Week is not only the largest black bike festival in the world but its also the largest black beach week event period. Every Memorial Day Weekend ( May 25-May 28, 2012) over 350,000 bikers travel to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina for fun, food, festivities and more. If you love bikes and the people who ride them, you cannot miss this event. The actual event occurs around the Myrtle Beach area.There are tons of parties and events that occur throughout the 5 day weekend. The hotels are jam packed full of revelers. The beaches are swamped, the streets are packed and you can smell the BBQ grilling as many people spend their entire year waiting for this event
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URBAN BEACH WEEK - MIAMI MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND
Place: Miami,Florida (South Beach)
Date: May 25-28, 2012
Comments: Is a solid mixture of people from all ethnic backgrounds that come together for weekend celebrations. Are you looking for the most exciting urban beach party in the world? Did you go to the Urban Beach Week on Memorial Day Weekend in Miami last year? If you missed last year's Urban Beach Week 2011 then you missed the HOT stuff! We broke the attendance record when nearly 350,000 people came to Miami and took over the town. The Urban Beach Week is the largest Urban Festival in the world that caters toward the professional Hip Hop Generation from 23 and over. Around 300,000-350,000 participants make the annual trek to South Beach for 4 days full of fun, food, festivities, entertainment, music and more.
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SOUL BEACH MUSIC FESTIVAL
Place: Aruba
Date: May 25-28, 2012
Comments: The Soul Beach Music Festival is the event that has everything you want -- great people, warm sun, beautiful beaches, hot parties, and outstanding performances by the best in comedy and soul music.
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MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND - DOMINICAN REPUBLIC SOUL SIESTA
Place: Dominican Republic
Date: May 25-38, 2012
Comments: This island has become the target of an elite group of urban professionals and trendsetters. It is a star-studded extravaganza where music, fashion, sports and entertainment come together in picturesque Puerto Plata. This national event is the most anticipated affair during Memorial Day weekend, with participants from all over the U.S., the UK and Canada.
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URBAN FIESTA WEEKEND 2012
Place: San Juan, Puerto Rico
Date: May 25-38, 2012
Comments: Urban Fiesta Weekend, Puerto Rico is the newest Memorial Day island destination that DOES NOT require a Passport. This event is strictly for the GROWN AND SEXY Trendsetters and Tastemakers!
If you're tired of doing the same old thing for Memorial Day weekend, why not come party with us? The packages are affordable, THE PARTIES don't stop and our motto is: No Passports ..No Curfew ...Just FUN!
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SIZZLE MIAMI
Place: Miami Beach, Florida
Date: May 25-28, 2012
THIS IS A GAY AND LESBIAN BEACH EVENT
During the last 10 years, the Miami Sizzle has emerged as the #1 beach event in the country for the black gay male community. Each year, it gets larger with more activities, more participants and the most elaborate set up of all events
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SIZZLE HER MIAMI 2012
Place: Miami Beach, Florida (Hilton Miami Biscayne Bay)
Date: May 25-May 28, 2012
During the last 9 years, the Miami Sizzle Her has emerged as the #1 beach event in the country for the black lesbian community. Each year, it gets larger with more activities, more participants and the most elaborate set up of all events.
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THE ST KITTS MUSIC FESTIVAL
Place: St. Kitts
Date: June 23-25?
Comments: For the past 14 years, St. Kitts has brought nothing but power packed concerts on a island where you can lay back, let your hair down and have fun. It is well established as one of the top summer concerts in the Caribbean offering spectacular local, regional and international talent mixed with the unique Kittitian experience.
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THE TAKEOVER - JET SKI AND BOAT WEEKEND 2011
Place: Laughlin, NV (Riverside Resort And Casino)
Date: June ?, 2012
Comments: For the grown and sexy party participant, this event is held on the lake in Laughlin and has been a hidden secret for years. Boat rides, white linen party, jet skis and more.
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THE JAMAICA JUMPOFF 2012
Place: Jamaica
Date:
Comments: This is an off the hook phenomenon was indeed a blast and an out of this world experience. Party with the stars from TV, Radio NBA, NFL, Movies Stars and Musicians. Come on now did you expect any thing less?
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OCHO RIOS JAZZ FESTIVAL
Place: Ocho Rios Jamaica
Date: June ?,2012
Comments: Ocho Rios brings its brand of jazz on the beautiful islands of Jamaica. The Ocho Rio Jazz Festival gives you the best in entertainment, festivities and culture. In three years the festival grew from one to eight days and became the Caribbean's complete jazz vacation, featuring the greatest names in Jamaican Jazz as well as the very best of international fare. It boasts a Youth Programme, daily free concerts, a large-scale Photo Exhibition and events large and small going on simultaneously all over the Island--Kingston, Montego Bay, Negril, Runaway Bay--Ocho Rios.
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B.E.T. 11TH ANNUAL AWARDS SHOW
Place: Los Angeles, CA
Date: June ?, 2012 (Actual award show Sunday, June 26)
Comments: The tenth annual B.E.T awards. Pre-party and after parties with the all the top celebrities and musical artist makes this the hottest ticket in town. You voted the #1 awards show & after party.
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ESSENCE MUSIC FESTIVAL
Place: New Orleans, Louisiana
Date: July 5-9, 2012
Comments: The largest african american family festival in the country. Over 400,000 people attend New Orleans for a mix of Jazz, R&B, Food, socializing, networking, concerts, speaker series and more. It's the #1 event during the July Holiday weekend.
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TASTE OF CHICAGO
Place: Chicago, Illinois
Date: July 5-9, 2012
Comments: Every summer the city of Chicago has an incredible festival. The largest and most used streets are closed downtown. Grant Park, the most visited park in Chicago, is used to hold this event. The people dine on ribs, cheeseburgers, pizza, ice cream, and hundreds of other foods. Over 100 of the city�s most famous restaurants set up shop. Basically the entire city slows down for this event. This is The Taste of Chicago.
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LOS ANGELES BLACK PRIDE BEACH PARTY 2012
Place: Los Angeles, CA
Date: June 30- July 4, 2012
Comments: The largest and longest running beach event for the African American gay, lesbian and transgender participants.
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U.S. VIRGIN ISLAND LIFESTYLE AND MUSIC FESTIVAL
Place: St. Thomas and St.Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands
Date: July ?
Comments: This is the hottest event in the Caribbean. Over 5,000 participants visit the Virgin Islands for the super beach event for grown folks. Jazz, R&B, Caribbean and Gospel Concerts, Beach party with live entertainment, Nightclub parties, Shopping and Island tours and a Health Empowerment (Wellness) Day.
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REGGAE SUMFEST 2012
Date: July 15-21, 2012
Place: Montego Bay, Jamaica
Comments: The Reggae Sumfest is the world�s premier reggae festival which brings the hottest reggae and dancehall artist from all over the world to the reggae capital island of the world. Montego Bay,Jamaica the island�s second city, has been the home of the famed Reggae Sunsplash and is now the permanent home of the Reggae Sumfest festival. The actual concerts will be held at the Catherine Hall Entertainment Complex.
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THE INDIANA BLACK EXPO
Place: Indianapolis, Indiana
Date: July ?, 2012
Comments: The largest black expo in the country. More concerts, vendors, special events, college events, speakers and activities than any other expo event.
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PIP'S PALM SPRINGS GETAWAY
Place: Palm Springs, California
Date: July 22-24 2012
Comments For: Business, Professionals, Networking Groups Ages 26 and up. Are you ready for a fun and exotic type of vacation where you can truly get your party on? Well this will surely be the event for you. This event is catered towards the professional men and women who Desire to take off the ties and put down the brief cases and have a weekend full of surprises such as...Caribbean Carnival Night Aqua Boogie pool splash, Casablanca white linen casino night and much more! If you are an, artist, teacher, lawyer, doctor, business owner or perhaps you would like to network and meet others in the same fields. Make sure you do not miss this event!
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THE TORONTO CARIBANA FESTIVAL
Place: Toronto, Canada
Date: July ?, 2012
Comments:The largest festival in North America. Street parade, street parties and an electric atmosphere that brings everyone from around the world to the Toronto hot spot.
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JAMZONE SUMMER BREAK 2012
Place: Guyana
Pick Your Dates: July ?, 2012
Comments: Negril, Jamaica is considered to be the hottest party island in the world. There are over 14 parties over a four day period. With the beach, the beer, and the bikinis you will NEVER get bored.
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THE CRAB FEAST ULTIMATE ALL INCLUSIVE GETAWAY CONCERT #1 - THE 1990'S OLD SCHOOL HOUSE PARTY/HIP HOP WEEKEND
Date: July ? - August ?, 2012
Place: Gettysburg, PA
Comments: Picture This: 3 Days, 2 Nights, At A First Class Hotel or Resort 12 Hours Of Open Bar, Round Trip Transportation 4 All You Can Eat Meals Comedy Show - And a Blow Out Concert Saturday Night Featuring Come Along For A Weekend Like No Other.
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NEGRIL ATI/NEGRIL DREAMS WEEKEND
Place: Negril, Jamaica
Pick Your Dates: July ?, 2012
Comments: Negril, Jamaica is considered to be the hottest party island in the world. There are over 14 parties over a four day period. With the beach, the beer, and the bikinis you will NEVER get bored.
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THE CRAB FEAST ULTIMATE ALL INCLUSIVE GETAWAY CONCERT #2 - WELCOME BACK SUPER CONCERT WEEKEND
Date: Aug, 2012
Place: Gettysburg, PA
Comments: Picture This: 3 Days, 2 Nights, At A First Class Hotel or Resort 12 Hours Of Open Bar, Round Trip Transportation 4 All You Can Eat Meals Comedy Show - And a Blow Out Concert Saturday Night Featuring
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THE CRAB FEAST ULTIMATE ALL INCLUSIVE GETAWAY CONCERT #3 - R&B LEGENDS SUPER CONCERT WEEKEND
Date: Aug ?, 2012
Place: Gettysburg, PA (Six Flags/Baltimore on Sunday)
Comments: Picture This: 3 Days, 2 Nights, At A First Class Hotel or Resort 12 Hours Of Open Bar, Round Trip Transportation 4 All You Can Eat Meals Comedy Show - And a Blow Out Concert Saturday Night Featuring BABY FACE & CHARLIE WILSON
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CURACAO MUSIC FESTIVAL
Place: Curacao, Netherlands Antilles
Date: September ?, 2012
Comments Curacao welcomes the second installment of the Curacao North Sea Jazz Festival.
On the heels of our spectacular first edition, expectations for our "2011" installment run even higher as we once again we will feature a series of "Mid-Day" lounge events and evening "After-Parties" slated to occur immediately following scheduled jazz festival performances highlighted by Sting, Chic featuring Nile Rogers, Earth, Wind & Fire and Stevie Wonder!
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SUMMER OF SIN IN LAS VEGAS
Place: Las Vegas, Nevada
Date: September ?, 2012
Comments Your Labor Day Weekend Never Has To Be Boring Again As The Most Electrifying Event Takes Place In The Most Electrifying City.This event caters to single, sexy, classy professional people. This is the summer finale and we are going to end it with a BANG!.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS FOR JANUARY 2012
Where Da'Party At?......Here It Is
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THE 6TH ANNUAL WINTER SKI FEST
Place: Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Date: January 13-16, 2012
Comments: The winter takeover has begun and for the 6th straight year the Winter Ski Fest and brought in record numbers of participants who come to party the weekend away for 72 hours. You cannot miss this event.
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M.L.K SKI WEEKEND
Place: Boyne Falls, Michigan (The Boyne Mountain Ski Resort)
Date: January 13-16, 2012
Comments: Th Black Ski Weekend (also know as MLK Ski Weekend) has grown into the largest super party winter event. They come by buses, planes, trains and automobiles to witness what thousands of others had the pleasure of experience. Four days long. Four days strong. Four days of nothing but knock yourself out fun at the The Boyne Mountain Ski Resort.
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RENEGADE SKI WEEKEND
Place: Lake Tahoe, Nevada
Date: January 13-16, 2012
Comments: From the same people who have brought Palm Springs, California annual pool parties events have brought that same flavor to the winter. The show, the skis, the spa and all the sexy people have made this one of those events you have to see to believe. Last year, over 800 people attended this annual winter getaway. This upcoming event, we expect over 1,000 adventurers from all over the world to represent the LARGEST ski weekend for urban professionals
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BARBADOS JAZZ FESTIVAL - PAINT IT JAZZ
Place: Barbados
Date: January ?,
Comments: There will be cool jazz on warm Caribbean shores when Barbados hosts the 14th annual Barbados Jazz Festival. The Barbados Jazz Festival, which celebrates the best in international and local jazz talent, has become a major annual Caribbean event.
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THE 10TH ANNUAL BATTLE OF THE BANDS - CHAMPIONSHIP
Place: Atlanta, Ga (The Georgia Dome)
Date: TBA (Actual Performance Date January 28,2012 )
Comments: For 9 straight years, this exciting event has sold out. It's been called the Superbowl Of College Marching Bands. Watch All The Historically Black College Marching Bands From Around The Country Compete To Find Out Who Is The Very Best! When the show gets ready, no one takes a break, no one goes to get popcorn, no one goes to get a soda. All eyes are on the field for some of the most electrifying displays of showmanship, sparkle, music and serious competitiveness in the country.
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AIR JAMAICA JAZZ AND BLUES FESTIVAL
Place: Montego Bay, Jamaica
Date: Jan 27-29, 2012
Comments: The Air Jamaica Jazz & Blues Festival. 2012 will mark the 16th year anniversary for this prestigious festival. Over the years, the festival has grown from small audiences of 3000 to its largest audience ever in 2012, which totaled over 40,000 for the period of the festival.
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THE 2012 NFL PRO-BOWL
Place: Aloha Stadium in Honolulu, Hawaii,
Date: January 26-29, 2012 (Game Day January 30, 2012)
Comments: The best NFL players of the season gather for a traditional Pro Bowl game. Weekend full of warm weather, exciting events and plenty of get togethers. The best players from the AFC will face their counterparts from the NFC in the Pro Bowl.
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URBAN SKI WEEKEND
Place: Gatlinburg, TN
Date: January 27-29, 2012
Comments: Urban Ski/ Party Weekend has become "THE" must attend event of the winter months. The event has become so WILDLY POPULAR that party people of all ages are grabbing their winter gear and taking it to the slopes!
CALENDAR OF EVENTS FOR FEBRUARY 2012
SUPERBOWL WEEKEND 2012
Date: Feb 1- Feb 6,2012 (Actual Game Date: Sunday, Feb.5, 2012)
Place: Indianapolis, Indiana Lucas Oil Stadium
Comments: The largest party in the US.his would be the first time that the Super Bowl is held in Indianapolis Every entertainer, athlete, celebrity and more will converge in Indianapolis for this event. Every club and party will be jammed packed.
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BAHAMAS MUSIC FEST ISLAND JAM 2012
Date: Feb 3- Feb 6,2012
Place: Nassau, Bahamas
Comments:With Eric Benet, Doug E Fresh, Kurtis Blow and More. Sponsored by M.D. Ski Express Island Jam is a cultural celebration of music. Situated on the pristine white sandy beaches of Nassau Bahamas, Island Jam is expected to bring thousands to enjoy the sand, surf and music. Experience the musical talents of world renown contemporary R&B artists, Old school musical journeys, and Sunday jazz all during Superbowl weekend. It a beach concert you will always remember.
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42ND ANNUAL NAACP IMAGE AWARDS
Date: February ?, 2012
Place: Los Angeles, CA(Shrine Auditorium)
Comments:The NAACP Image Awards are an exciting, star-studded salute to the best in entertainment. Honorees, presenters and performers have included many of the major celebrities in America as well as international political figures and dignitaries. There are 36 competitive categories in the fields of motion picture, television, music and literature. There are also several honorary awards including the Chairman¿½s Award, The Presidents¿½s Award and The Image Awards Hall of Fame.
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N.B.A ALL STAR WEEKEND 2012
Place: Orlando, Florida
Date:February 24-27, 2012
Actual Game Date: Sunday February 26th, 2012
Comments:Did you witness what happened last year for N.B.A All Star Weekend? Did you hear about the parties? Did you hear about the celebrities? Did you hear about how packed the streets were? Did you stay in one of the celebrity hosted hotels? Can you imagine what will happen when Orlando, Florida host the NBA All Star Weekend for 2012? The take over begins
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WINTER WEEKEND GETAWAY CONCERT #1 - THE 1980'S OLD SCHOOL HOUSE PARTY/HIP HOP WEEKEND
Date: Feb 10 - Feb 12, 2012
Place: Gettysburg, PA
Comments: Picture This: 3 Days, 2 Nights, At A First Class Hotel or Resort 12 Hours Of Open Bar, Round Trip Transportation 4 All You Can Eat Meals Comedy Show - And a Blow Out Concert Saturday Night Featuring Performing LIVE SALT -N- PEPA ~ CHUBB ROCK ~ Mc LYTE Come Along For A Weekend Like No Other.
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WINTER WEEKEND CONCERT GETAWAY #2 - R&B THROWBACK WEEKEND - FRANKIE BEVERLY/MAZE
Date: Feb 17 - Feb 19, 2012
Place: Gettysburg, PA
Comments: Picture This: 3 Days, 2 Nights, At A First Class Hotel or Resort 12 Hours Of Open Bar, Round Trip Transportation 4 All You Can Eat Meals Comedy Show - And a Blow Out Concert Saturday Night Featuring FRANKIE BEVERLY/MAZE Come Along For A Weekend Like No Other.
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WINTER WEEKEND GETAWAY CONCERT #3 - THE SUPER PARTY/HIP HOP WEEKEND
Date: Feb 25 - Feb 27, 2012
Place: Gettysburg, PA
Comments: Picture This: 3 Days, 2 Nights, At A First Class Hotel or Resort 12 Hours Of Open Bar, Round Trip Transportation 4 All You Can Eat Meals Comedy Show - And a Blow Out Concert Saturday Night Featuring RICK ROSS ~ MEEK MILL ~ SPECIAL GUEST Come Along For A Weekend Like No Other.
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BLACK ENTERPRISE WOMEN OF POWER SUMMIT
Place: Orlando, Florida
Venue: The Ritz-Carlton, Orlando, Grande Lakes
Date: FEBRUARY 15 - FEBRUARY 18, 2012
Comments:In its seventh year year, Black Enterprise is proud to bring back the Women of Power Summit - an exciting, three-day executive leadership conference designed especially for professional women of color. Prepare for more sessions, more speakers, and the most inspiring and motivational women you will ever meet! The four-day career enhancement conference created an environment that promoted fellowship and encouraged attendees to network, bond, share strategies, and learn from each others experience
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BRAZIL RIO-CARNIVAL
Place: Rio De Janeiro, Brazil and Bahia, Brazil
Date: February 17-22, 2012
Comments: This is the world-wide event that all other carnivals, parades and super party events are based on. Nothing else comes close. You have heard about what happens in Brazil and now it's time to experience what happens when you visit the most exotic location in the world. See why the beaches, the weather, the water and the women are legendary.
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TRINIDAD CARNIVAL
Place: Trinidad
Date: February 17-22, 2012
Comments: Another super carnival party that is starting to take the crown for being the leader in carnival events.
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NATIONAL BLACK SKI SUMMIT(NBS) 2012
Place: Winter Park Resort in Winter Park Colorado
Date: February 25 - March 5, 2012
Comments: The largest black ski event in the world. It is the largest event for black ski enthusiast. Thousands of skiers from all over the world from over 75 different clubs make plans to witness and take part in world's largest black skit event. Dozens of celebrities, entertainers and parties makes this a unique way to meet others for one of the largest annual African American events in the country.
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BRIT JAM SPRING BREAK 2012
Place: Montego Bay, Jamaica
Date: March 6-12, 2012
Comments: The Ultimate International Spring Break Party Holiday in Montego Bay, Jamaica! Brit Jam is a 5 day party themed holiday in which we aim to combine the talents of the British DJ and artists with the Jamaican DJ and artists. We are dedicated to providing a positive insight into the culture and lifestyle of Jamaica. Along with the parties; we provide day trips to other parts of the Island.
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MTV SPRING BREAK 2012
Date: March 6-10, 2012
Comments: You have watched the MTV spring break event for years on cable. MTV has always held the hottest spring break weekend for 75,000 spring break participants. Last year was a "wild out" experience. Cancun, Jamaica, South Padre Island and Panama City Beach have held it down for years. This year, the music channel will once again make Las Vegas, Nevada 2012 a spring break occasion where every college student must attend.
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TOM JOYNER'S FANTASTIC VOYAGE CRUISE
Place: Galveston, Texas (Ports Of Call: Cozumel, Mexico Costa Maya, Mexico Belize City, Belize)
Cruise Line: Royal Caribbeans' Voyager Of The Seas
Date: March 21 - March , 2012
Comments: Every year, nationwide radio personality Tom Joyner puts on an entertainment party packed cruise for his listeners called the Fantastic Voyage Cruise. It is the #1 cruise for professional African Americans and people of color. Each year this event sells out as thousands of participants gather each year for a week full of relaxing, concerts, comedy shows, educational forums, networking, beach parties, fashion shows and so much more. It is the ultimate party with a purpose.
For details, please visit http://www.blackcruiseweek.com
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS FOR APRIL 2012
THE TEXAS RELAYS
Place: Austin, TX
Date: ? TBA
Comments: Super party Weekend showcased under an exciting world class track and field event. Thousands pack the streets, clubs of Austin, Tx for what has become the premier sporting event of the spring and summer of the south.
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BLACK SPRING BREAK 2012- MISSISSIPPI
Place: Biloxi, Mississippi
Date: April 2012
Comments: Black Spring Break (The Next Generation) brings back one of the most talked about events in the south. 25,000 visitors jam pack the streets. They come from all over. Texas, Georgia, Alabama, Louisiana and Mississippi students come for a weekend full of beaches,bikinis, concerts, clubs and wall to wall street activities.
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THE TEXAS BEACH PARTY A.K.A KAPPA BEACH PARTY
Place: Galveston, Texas
Date: THE BEACH PARTY HAS ENDED
Comments: All good things must come to an end. We regret to inform you that event once known as The Kappa Beach Party, Beach Party Weekend and the Texas Beach Party is no more.
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B.E.T SPRING BLING 2012
Place: TBA, Florida
Date: April DATES TO BE DETERMINED, 2012
Comments: The annual super hot televised spring break event sponsored and showcased on B.E.T
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS FOR MAY 2012
THE ST. LUCIA ISLAND JAZZ FESTIVAL
Place: St. Lucia Island
Date: May ?, 2012
Comments: Considered one of the Caribbean's premier jazz festivals, St. Lucia Jazz attracts thousands of visitors each year to enjoy island-wide musical acts.
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THE HOUSTON SPLASH
Place: Houston, Texas
Date: May ?, 2012
Comments ATTENTION: THIS IS A GAY AND LESBIAN EVENT Whats started off as a small annual get together for the black gay and lesbian community has mushroomed into 4 day large scale event that brings thousands of people to the south full of parties, beach events, entertainment shows and more.
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BLATINO OASIS
Place: Palm Springs, California
Date: May , 2012
Comments: THIS IS A GAY AND LESBIAN EVENT
The #1 Hot Spot For Gay Men Of African And Latino Descent! In Palm Springs, California, more than anywhere else, men who love men of all ages & ethnicities, from all backgrounds and places, can visit, be together, lounge and socialize at clothing optional resorts, enjoy each others company and be at ease.Pack your bags and head to the nation's hottest new travel destination for men of color and our friends. Isn't it time that you did something different?
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THE 2012 BLACK ENTERPRISE ENTREPRENEURS CONFERENCE
Place: Chicago, Il
Date: May, 2012
Comments: The Black Enterprise Entrepreneurs Conference + Expo, hosted by General Motors, features four days of business, motivational, and leadership seminars designed to empower and profit emerging and established minority businesses. Don't miss out on your chance to learn from and network today's top business leaders and entrepreneurs. Millions of dollars worth of opportunities await you at the nation's largest gathering of black-owned business leaders and key decision makers. Come experience it for yourself.
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THE BARBADOS GOSPEL FESTIVAL
Place: Barbados
Date: May 19-27, 2012
Comments: Celebrating 18 years of excellence. Dedicated to Barbados, the Caribbean and the international community, the Barbados Gospelfest maintains a standard of excellence second to none, and has become a vital festival fixture for the region at large. Our commitment to people has guaranteed growth and longevity, and a new opportunity to touch lives each year. Barbados Gospelfest AWESOME 2011 promises to be another world-class production, featuring top local, regional and international gospel talent.
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MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IN JAMAICA
Place: Negril, Jamaica
Date: May 25-28, 2012
Comments: The most exotic memorial day weekend event ever
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THE CANCUN JUMPOFF
Place: Cancun, Mexico
Date: May 25-28, 2012
O� INTERNATIONAL is bringing Bourbon St back to the white sandy beaches of Cancun, Mexico to celebrate the 8 year Anniversary of The Largest Urban Event Held Outside of the United States. Already anticipated to be the largest Memorial Day Weekend gathering ever held in Cancun, the 2011 extravaganza will celebrate all that is positive in the young, trend setting, urban professional landscape, in grand fashion.
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BLACK BIKE WEEK (A.K.A THE ATLANTIC BIKE FESTIVAL)
Place: Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Date: May 25-28, 2012
Comments: The Largest Black Bike Festival in the world. Over 300,000 participate in what has become a super bike event for people of color. Black Bike Week is not only the largest black bike festival in the world but its also the largest black beach week event period. Every Memorial Day Weekend ( May 25-May 28, 2012) over 350,000 bikers travel to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina for fun, food, festivities and more. If you love bikes and the people who ride them, you cannot miss this event. The actual event occurs around the Myrtle Beach area.There are tons of parties and events that occur throughout the 5 day weekend. The hotels are jam packed full of revelers. The beaches are swamped, the streets are packed and you can smell the BBQ grilling as many people spend their entire year waiting for this event
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URBAN BEACH WEEK - MIAMI MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND
Place: Miami,Florida (South Beach)
Date: May 25-28, 2012
Comments: Is a solid mixture of people from all ethnic backgrounds that come together for weekend celebrations. Are you looking for the most exciting urban beach party in the world? Did you go to the Urban Beach Week on Memorial Day Weekend in Miami last year? If you missed last year's Urban Beach Week 2011 then you missed the HOT stuff! We broke the attendance record when nearly 350,000 people came to Miami and took over the town. The Urban Beach Week is the largest Urban Festival in the world that caters toward the professional Hip Hop Generation from 23 and over. Around 300,000-350,000 participants make the annual trek to South Beach for 4 days full of fun, food, festivities, entertainment, music and more.
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SOUL BEACH MUSIC FESTIVAL
Place: Aruba
Date: May 25-28, 2012
Comments: The Soul Beach Music Festival is the event that has everything you want -- great people, warm sun, beautiful beaches, hot parties, and outstanding performances by the best in comedy and soul music.
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MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND - DOMINICAN REPUBLIC SOUL SIESTA
Place: Dominican Republic
Date: May 25-38, 2012
Comments: This island has become the target of an elite group of urban professionals and trendsetters. It is a star-studded extravaganza where music, fashion, sports and entertainment come together in picturesque Puerto Plata. This national event is the most anticipated affair during Memorial Day weekend, with participants from all over the U.S., the UK and Canada.
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URBAN FIESTA WEEKEND 2012
Place: San Juan, Puerto Rico
Date: May 25-38, 2012
Comments: Urban Fiesta Weekend, Puerto Rico is the newest Memorial Day island destination that DOES NOT require a Passport. This event is strictly for the GROWN AND SEXY Trendsetters and Tastemakers!
If you're tired of doing the same old thing for Memorial Day weekend, why not come party with us? The packages are affordable, THE PARTIES don't stop and our motto is: No Passports ..No Curfew ...Just FUN!
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SIZZLE MIAMI
Place: Miami Beach, Florida
Date: May 25-28, 2012
THIS IS A GAY AND LESBIAN BEACH EVENT
During the last 10 years, the Miami Sizzle has emerged as the #1 beach event in the country for the black gay male community. Each year, it gets larger with more activities, more participants and the most elaborate set up of all events
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SIZZLE HER MIAMI 2012
Place: Miami Beach, Florida (Hilton Miami Biscayne Bay)
Date: May 25-May 28, 2012
During the last 9 years, the Miami Sizzle Her has emerged as the #1 beach event in the country for the black lesbian community. Each year, it gets larger with more activities, more participants and the most elaborate set up of all events.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS FOR JUNE 2012
THE ST KITTS MUSIC FESTIVAL
Place: St. Kitts
Date: June 23-25?
Comments: For the past 14 years, St. Kitts has brought nothing but power packed concerts on a island where you can lay back, let your hair down and have fun. It is well established as one of the top summer concerts in the Caribbean offering spectacular local, regional and international talent mixed with the unique Kittitian experience.
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THE TAKEOVER - JET SKI AND BOAT WEEKEND 2011
Place: Laughlin, NV (Riverside Resort And Casino)
Date: June ?, 2012
Comments: For the grown and sexy party participant, this event is held on the lake in Laughlin and has been a hidden secret for years. Boat rides, white linen party, jet skis and more.
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THE JAMAICA JUMPOFF 2012
Place: Jamaica
Date:
Comments: This is an off the hook phenomenon was indeed a blast and an out of this world experience. Party with the stars from TV, Radio NBA, NFL, Movies Stars and Musicians. Come on now did you expect any thing less?
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OCHO RIOS JAZZ FESTIVAL
Place: Ocho Rios Jamaica
Date: June ?,2012
Comments: Ocho Rios brings its brand of jazz on the beautiful islands of Jamaica. The Ocho Rio Jazz Festival gives you the best in entertainment, festivities and culture. In three years the festival grew from one to eight days and became the Caribbean's complete jazz vacation, featuring the greatest names in Jamaican Jazz as well as the very best of international fare. It boasts a Youth Programme, daily free concerts, a large-scale Photo Exhibition and events large and small going on simultaneously all over the Island--Kingston, Montego Bay, Negril, Runaway Bay--Ocho Rios.
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B.E.T. 11TH ANNUAL AWARDS SHOW
Place: Los Angeles, CA
Date: June ?, 2012 (Actual award show Sunday, June 26)
Comments: The tenth annual B.E.T awards. Pre-party and after parties with the all the top celebrities and musical artist makes this the hottest ticket in town. You voted the #1 awards show & after party.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS FOR JULY 2012
ESSENCE MUSIC FESTIVAL
Place: New Orleans, Louisiana
Date: July 5-9, 2012
Comments: The largest african american family festival in the country. Over 400,000 people attend New Orleans for a mix of Jazz, R&B, Food, socializing, networking, concerts, speaker series and more. It's the #1 event during the July Holiday weekend.
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TASTE OF CHICAGO
Place: Chicago, Illinois
Date: July 5-9, 2012
Comments: Every summer the city of Chicago has an incredible festival. The largest and most used streets are closed downtown. Grant Park, the most visited park in Chicago, is used to hold this event. The people dine on ribs, cheeseburgers, pizza, ice cream, and hundreds of other foods. Over 100 of the city�s most famous restaurants set up shop. Basically the entire city slows down for this event. This is The Taste of Chicago.
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LOS ANGELES BLACK PRIDE BEACH PARTY 2012
Place: Los Angeles, CA
Date: June 30- July 4, 2012
Comments: The largest and longest running beach event for the African American gay, lesbian and transgender participants.
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U.S. VIRGIN ISLAND LIFESTYLE AND MUSIC FESTIVAL
Place: St. Thomas and St.Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands
Date: July ?
Comments: This is the hottest event in the Caribbean. Over 5,000 participants visit the Virgin Islands for the super beach event for grown folks. Jazz, R&B, Caribbean and Gospel Concerts, Beach party with live entertainment, Nightclub parties, Shopping and Island tours and a Health Empowerment (Wellness) Day.
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REGGAE SUMFEST 2012
Date: July 15-21, 2012
Place: Montego Bay, Jamaica
Comments: The Reggae Sumfest is the world�s premier reggae festival which brings the hottest reggae and dancehall artist from all over the world to the reggae capital island of the world. Montego Bay,Jamaica the island�s second city, has been the home of the famed Reggae Sunsplash and is now the permanent home of the Reggae Sumfest festival. The actual concerts will be held at the Catherine Hall Entertainment Complex.
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THE INDIANA BLACK EXPO
Place: Indianapolis, Indiana
Date: July ?, 2012
Comments: The largest black expo in the country. More concerts, vendors, special events, college events, speakers and activities than any other expo event.
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PIP'S PALM SPRINGS GETAWAY
Place: Palm Springs, California
Date: July 22-24 2012
Comments For: Business, Professionals, Networking Groups Ages 26 and up. Are you ready for a fun and exotic type of vacation where you can truly get your party on? Well this will surely be the event for you. This event is catered towards the professional men and women who Desire to take off the ties and put down the brief cases and have a weekend full of surprises such as...Caribbean Carnival Night Aqua Boogie pool splash, Casablanca white linen casino night and much more! If you are an, artist, teacher, lawyer, doctor, business owner or perhaps you would like to network and meet others in the same fields. Make sure you do not miss this event!
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THE TORONTO CARIBANA FESTIVAL
Place: Toronto, Canada
Date: July ?, 2012
Comments:The largest festival in North America. Street parade, street parties and an electric atmosphere that brings everyone from around the world to the Toronto hot spot.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS FOR AUGUST 2012
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JAMZONE SUMMER BREAK 2012
Place: Guyana
Pick Your Dates: July ?, 2012
Comments: Negril, Jamaica is considered to be the hottest party island in the world. There are over 14 parties over a four day period. With the beach, the beer, and the bikinis you will NEVER get bored.
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THE CRAB FEAST ULTIMATE ALL INCLUSIVE GETAWAY CONCERT #1 - THE 1990'S OLD SCHOOL HOUSE PARTY/HIP HOP WEEKEND
Date: July ? - August ?, 2012
Place: Gettysburg, PA
Comments: Picture This: 3 Days, 2 Nights, At A First Class Hotel or Resort 12 Hours Of Open Bar, Round Trip Transportation 4 All You Can Eat Meals Comedy Show - And a Blow Out Concert Saturday Night Featuring Come Along For A Weekend Like No Other.
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NEGRIL ATI/NEGRIL DREAMS WEEKEND
Place: Negril, Jamaica
Pick Your Dates: July ?, 2012
Comments: Negril, Jamaica is considered to be the hottest party island in the world. There are over 14 parties over a four day period. With the beach, the beer, and the bikinis you will NEVER get bored.
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THE CRAB FEAST ULTIMATE ALL INCLUSIVE GETAWAY CONCERT #2 - WELCOME BACK SUPER CONCERT WEEKEND
Date: Aug, 2012
Place: Gettysburg, PA
Comments: Picture This: 3 Days, 2 Nights, At A First Class Hotel or Resort 12 Hours Of Open Bar, Round Trip Transportation 4 All You Can Eat Meals Comedy Show - And a Blow Out Concert Saturday Night Featuring
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THE CRAB FEAST ULTIMATE ALL INCLUSIVE GETAWAY CONCERT #3 - R&B LEGENDS SUPER CONCERT WEEKEND
Date: Aug ?, 2012
Place: Gettysburg, PA (Six Flags/Baltimore on Sunday)
Comments: Picture This: 3 Days, 2 Nights, At A First Class Hotel or Resort 12 Hours Of Open Bar, Round Trip Transportation 4 All You Can Eat Meals Comedy Show - And a Blow Out Concert Saturday Night Featuring BABY FACE & CHARLIE WILSON
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS FOR SEPTEMBER 2012
CURACAO MUSIC FESTIVAL
Place: Curacao, Netherlands Antilles
Date: September ?, 2012
Comments Curacao welcomes the second installment of the Curacao North Sea Jazz Festival.
On the heels of our spectacular first edition, expectations for our "2011" installment run even higher as we once again we will feature a series of "Mid-Day" lounge events and evening "After-Parties" slated to occur immediately following scheduled jazz festival performances highlighted by Sting, Chic featuring Nile Rogers, Earth, Wind & Fire and Stevie Wonder!
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SUMMER OF SIN IN LAS VEGAS
Place: Las Vegas, Nevada
Date: September ?, 2012
Comments Your Labor Day Weekend Never Has To Be Boring Again As The Most Electrifying Event Takes Place In The Most Electrifying City.This event caters to single, sexy, classy professional people. This is the summer finale and we are going to end it with a BANG!.