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Golden-Con's 'Mother of a Solid Gold Dancer Disco' on April 23
2022-03-31
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The Golden Gays of NYC and London's DJ Paul Joseph will be part of the first-ever "Golden-Con's Mother of a Solid Gold Dancer Disco" at Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk, 301 E. North Water St., the official hotel sponsor of "Golden-Con: Thank You For Being a Fan."
The event will take place Saturday, April 23, 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
On April 22-24, Chicago will be the first city in the nation to host "Golden-Con: Thank You For Being a Fan," a television comedy fan convention presented by Golden Fandom, LLC at Navy Pier. Open to the public and Golden-Con attendees, the official after-party will feature games and a special costume contest; categories will include the best Blanche, Dorothy, Rose and Sophia.
In addition to the festivities, CHI Bar, inside the Sheraton, will serve themed cocktails; a percentage of the proceeds will go to The Center on Halsted.
To purchase tickets, visit thankyouforbeingafan.com . |
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