Easter weekend is full of many holy traditions, but it has also become well known in Southern California for the tradition of the White Party, which is maybe not so holy. This annual springtime congregation of gay men in the desert of Palm Springs is celebrating its twentieth anniversary this weekend with a non-stop high-energy party.
The White Party always seems to attract top DJs and musical talent. This year is no exception. The long list of DJs who will be spinning at the various White Party festivities includes big names like Manny Lehman, Kimberly S., Brett Henrichsen, Chi Chi LaRue, Joe Gauthreaux, Ana Paula and Andy Bell of Erasure fame.
The big draw at The White Party though will probably be Lady Gaga who is currently on top of the charts with her hits "Just Dance" and "Poker Face." Other performers during the White Party weekend include Niki Harris, Kat De Luna, Candis Cayne and Flava.
The White Party weekend encompasses numerous events held at several venues around Palm Springs:
Tickets are still available online at www.jeffreysanker.com, but advanced sales will end at midnight on Wednesday, April 8.