You Just Can Not Make This Up

We were flying home from the InterPride World Conference in Medellin, Colombia. Our flight left at 6AM. We were told to be there 3 hours before the flight. So that makes it 3AM. Needed to leave the hotel by 2AM. Up and ready at 1AM. The fun party the night before went until 11:30PM. So, you guessed it, we just stayed up.  Arriving at the airport at 3AM and there was already a line for our flight.  Boarding started at 5AM. As we entered the plane there were pillows and blankets waiting for us. The 3-hour flight to Miami would be nape time for us. It looked like many others on the flight had also stayed up all night and we all quickly fell asleep. Then at 6AM there was an announcement, there were working on the plane and we would leave soon. 7:30 AM and announced that they were almost done but needed to turn the a/c and electrical off to finish. 8AM the lights turn back on and we are told to disembark the plane. Here is the funny part…. So many people were hard asleep that the fight crew had to shake people to wake them up!!! Must have thought what a smooth flight and we are here. Wrong!!!! the plane never left the gate.  Off the plane and since we do not speak Spanish, we followed the crowed to a different gate. Then at 9:30 the crowed moved again. This time back to the original plane. 10AM, we left for Miami YAAAAA

Dishing with Mark n Carrie – The Whole World is Watching

The Whole World is Watching

Last week we (Mark & Carrie) were proud to represent Tamp PRIDE at The InterPride World Conference in Medellin, Colombia.   InterPride is a global network of over 550+ Pride organizations from 70+ countries, connecting and coordinating the efforts of all Prides on every continent. InterPride was granted Consultative Status at the United Nations in June 2023. InterPride uplifts the voices of Pride organizers and member organizations through attending UN meetings and gatherings, consulting UN mechanisms, and delivering written statements and oral presentations.

This was the first time there was a InterPride conference in South America. Over the 5-day conference there were many workshops and caucus meetings during the daytime. At night we networked with Prides from around the world. The very 1st question from ever other prides was “What’s going on with the election in the United States?” Around the world the election in on BBC, CNN, Al Jazeera and more almost every hour.  Many people think the hate speech in USA is one of the reasons hate speech in their own countries is on the rise.  

On a positive note. The number of Pride Celebrations around the world is on the rise. In Brazil, South American there were over 124+ Pride celebrations this past year.

InterPride besides all the year-round work, they indorse, support, and guide their “World Pride” events. At the conference 4 Pride organizations did presentations to host future World Pride Events.

https://www.interpride.org/     https://www.interpride.org/

UP Coming World Prides

World PRIDE Washington DC

 May 23 – June 8, 2025

World Pride Amsterdam 2026

https://worldpride.amsterdam

Bidding for a future World Pride

Guadalajara, Mexico

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guadalajara_Gay_Pride

Expressed Interest in Hosting World Pride

Phuket Pride, Thailand

https://www.facebook.com/p/Discover-Phuket-PRIDE-61559051888406/?_rdr

PRIDE in London, England

http://www.prideinlondon.org/

CLICK HERE for more photos

https://www.mcfilm.co/category/tampa-pride

Tampa PRIDE March 29,2025

Become a Sponsor of Tampa Pride today at https://tampapride.org/

TONIGHT Celebrate Halloween

VOTE

Join the Hillsborough County Democratic Caucus in Ybor City for a fabulous drag show! We will start with a sign waving outside, as we approach the final weekend of early voting. Afterward, we will head inside for an unparalleled show featuring some of Florida’s best queens! Let’s make sure our community supports VP Harris & Gov. Walz in full force! Enjoy an open bar from 6-9!

We Stand with our Puerto Rican Brothers and Sisiters!!!

Smash hit FATHERLAND extends again to July 21 at Fountain Theatre, NYC

Grand Opening in Ybor City

On Saturday, November 2, La Union, Gasworx’s first residence, will officially open with a grand opening party. The event will include a ribbon cutting, open house, and more. The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. La Union is located at 1720 Nick Nuccio Parkway and parking for the event is nearby.

Set Your Clock Back Saturday Night

Version 1.0.0

Southern Nights

Bradley’s on

Eutopia Road Bar & Courtyard

Dishing with Mark & Carrie…. This Saturday after the storm

This Saturday in Ybor City

THE MUST SEE FILM!!!

We Will Dance Again

Come out With PRIDE Orlando

Southern Nights ORLAND

The Halloween Show Everyone is talking about!!!!

This SUNDAY

Hurricane Milton Photos of Ybor City

https://www.mcfilm.co/category/great-photos/special-events-photos

Next Week Halloween Parties

Southern Nights

Bradley’s on 7th

Utopia Road Bar & Grill

SUNday FUNday

Dishing with Mark n Carrie… The 2025 Tampa PRIDE Royal Court

CONGRATULATIONS

The Tampa Pride Court and Formers

Mr. Tampa Pride 2018 Bey Kelz

Miss Tampa Pride 2023 Hazel Embers Genevieve

Mr. Tampa Pride 2024 Dante Valentino

Miss Tampa Pride 2024 Charlotte Caballero

Miss Tampa Pride 2024 Phaedra E. Rose

Newly Crowned Court, Mr & Miss Tampa Pride 2025

Amari Lavish and Niomi L Knight

Let’s celebrate the “P” in PRIDE with all the energy it deserves!

“P” is for Power – the strength we find in owning our truth!

“P” is for Progress – each of us blazing new paths toward equality and love!

“P” is for Purpose – standing tall with intention, making every moment count!

“P” is for Passion – the fuel behind every step forward, and the heartbeat of our beautiful community!!

Mr & Miss Tampa Pride stands for PROUD! Let’s raise our voices, wave our flags, and push forward together!

Tracks Reunion at Bradley’s on 7th

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https://www.mcfilm.co/category/great-photos/caught-bradleys-on-7th

Hillsborough County LGBTQ Democratic Caucus

Calling all ghouls and goblins! Step into a world where the mystical meets the magical on October 25th from 8pm-midnight at Tampa Bay’s most spellbinding Halloween event hosted at 1920 Ybor! The Haute Ghouls House Party is more than just a party—it’s a celebration of community, diversity, and love, wrapped up in one unforgettable night. Whether you’re a creature of the night or a lover of all things fabulous, this is where you need to be.

Mema’s Alaskan Tacos officially reopens in Ybor City

https://www.facebook.com/memasoriginalalaskantacos

TECO Street Car Live Concerts Return

Details HERE

https://www.83degreesmedia.com/forgood/Streetcar-Live-concert-series-returns-to-Tampa-in-September-090924.aspx

Patricia Alonzo for Hillsborough County Commission

CLICK HERE for more Photos

https://www.mcfilm.co/category/great-photos/special-events-photos

Obituary

Our dear sister Yvonne Yacoub passed away this week.  She was Mom to not only our family but to many in the Tampa area. She will be very missed.

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/d-alta-yacoub-obituary?id=56398368

Southern Nights

Bradley’s on 7th

Utopia Road Bar & Courtyard