After several years away, GayDayS is heading back to the DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld as its host hotel. A return to the fan favorite hotel, located at 10100 International Dr. in Orlando, is what inspired GayDayS’ theme this year — Homecoming!
Smirnoff returns as GayDayS’ presenting sponsor and will have an area set up with lawn games. Impulse Group will have space on site as well. Andrew Christian is hosting the pool party on Saturday afternoon and will be there with his trophy boys giving away free underwear. The Orlando Otters, the city’s LGBTQ+ rugby team, will be participating this year giving some rugby lessons and playing some matches, which ties in nicely with the Homecoming theme. Expect to see the crowning of the GayDayS Homecoming king and queen on Sunday as well.
GayDayS returns with its popular Expo, both the main one and the adult 18+ version, and will feature more than 100 vendor booths, giveaways and free raffle prizes in the DoubleTree’s Majestic Ballroom. The expos run Thursday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., and Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
GayDayS’ Welcome & Information Booth as well as its Ticket & Merchandise Center will open May 31 from 12-5 p.m. with pool parties and events beginning on June 1.
Below we have information on GayDayS’ events. Prices are subject to change. For more information, visit GayDayS.com and read the rest of Watermark’s coverage of Orlando’s big LGBTQ+ weekend here.
EVENTS
Thursday, June 1
Taste of GayDayS
6-10 p.m.
Doubletree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld
Hosted by Chantel Reshae, Taste of GayDayS brings together dozens of local restaurants to give you a sampling of some of Central Florida’s most tasty offerings. Coupled with amazing libations and live entertainment, this is one of GayDayS’ most delicious events. Taste of GayDayS is a 21+ event and is not intended to replace dinner, just light bites and drinks.
$40 in advance | $50 at event
Friday, June 2
GayDayS Drag Bingo
5-7 p.m.
Doubletree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld
One of GayDayS’ “family-friendly” events — Drag Bingo! Join all the fun of bingo and all of the fun of a drag show mixed together. Hosted by former Miss GayDayS Twila Holiday.
$15 in advance | $25 at event
GayDayS Porn Star Bingo
7:30-9:30 p.m.
Doubletree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld
Back by popular demand, play bingo with host Addison Taylor and her team of FabScout porn stars. Just wait until you see what happens when “O-69” is called!
$20 in advance | $30 at event
Saturday, June 3
Miss GayDayS Pageant
6-8 p.m.
Doubletree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld
The Miss GayDayS pageant returns as they honor Miss GayDayS 2022, Phoenix Endora, and look to crown Miss GayDayS 2023. See the contestants attempt to dazzle the judges in categories such as interview, formal wear and performance.
$20 in advance | $30 at event
Beach Ball
7 p.m.-1 a.m.
Aquatica Orlando
Get Ready to make a splash at GayDays Orlando’s new Waterpark Party at Aquatica Orlando. The ultimate Waterpark Party, Beach Ball, is back with a new home! Join GayDayS at Aquatica, Orlando’s premier waterpark and dance the night away to the beat of amazing DJ’s Joe Pacheco and Tony Moran, relax in the wave pool and enjoy the park’s attractions under the stars. If you are staying at the host hotel, Aquatica is just a walk across the street. Roa’s Island Cabana’s are available for up to eight people.
$90 in advance for general admission | $2,600 for a Roa’s Island Cabana rental
Sunday, June 4
Puppy Mosh
2-4 p.m.
Doubletree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld
Who doesn’t love puppies! Join the other puppies in an indoor puppy mosh as the human pups romp, wrestle and play.
$10 in advance | $20 at event
Mr. GayDayS Leather Competition Finale
4-6 p.m.
Doubletree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld
Come meet Mr GayDayS Leather 2022, Jeffrey Wayne, and find out who will take home the sash and patch this year.
POOL PARTIES
GayDayS’ pool parties are not to be missed. They will have some of the best DJs from all over the world including DJ Aracely Manterola, DJ Chris Adams, DJ D-STU, DJ itty bitty, DJ John Stuurm, DJ Joshua Atom, DJ Lu-S, DJ Mark Paullo, DJ Mike Sklarz and DJ Steve Sidewalk.
Make sure to check out GayDayS’ Saturday Daytime Pool Party as it will be hosted by designer Andrew Christian and his trophy boys. They will be doing some free Andrew Christian underwear giveaways as well.
Doubletree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld
Thursday, June 1
Daytime Pool Party
11 a.m.-5 p.m.$30 in advance
$35 at event
Evening Pool Party
5 p.m.-2 a.m.
$40 in advance
$45 at event
Friday, June 2
Daytime Pool Party
11 a.m.-5 p.m.
$30 in advance
$35 at event
Evening Pool Party
5 p.m.-2 a.m.
$40 in advance
$45 at event
Saturday, June 3
Daytime Pool Party
11 a.m.-5 p.m.
$30 in advance
$35 at event
Evening Pool Party
5 p.m.-2 a.m.
$40 in advance
$45 at event
Sunday, June 4
Daytime Pool Party
11 a.m.-5 p.m.:
$30 in advance
$35 at event
Evening Pool Party
5 p.m.-2 a.m.:
$40 in advance
$45 at event
