Early-bird registration for the 2010 Gay Games in Cologne, Germany, ends Dec. 31.
After midnight on Jan. 1, the base registration fee will increase by 25 Euros ( approximately $37 U.S. ) . Registration fees include a ticket to Opening & Closing ceremonies; a week-long transit pass; sport and cultural event costs; a participation medal; welcome kit; and access to other special events. More than 2,800 have already registered to participate.
There is a registration party Saturday, Dec. 19, at Crew, 4804 N. Broadway, 2-4 p.m.
The Games will take place July 31-Aug. 7, 2010. Up to 10,000 athletes and artists are expected to participate. See www.games-cologne.com .