August 1, 2011
South Florida Welcomes Chambord Weekend
Robert Doyle READ TIME: 5 MIN.
(Miami, FLA) - The summer is officially in full swing, and there's nothing better than to indulge in a little fun in the sun on the sandy shores of gorgeous beaches. From Friday, August 5 to Sunday, August 7, 2012 Chambord Vodka will offer exactly that with the 1st Annual Chambord Vodka Weekend.
The latest edition to the summer festival line-up will be hosted by YouTube sensations Jessica & Hunter and feature an assortment of events, ranging from dinning, cocktail soirees, pool parties, and even mud baths!
Jessica & Hunter got their start on YouTube and have quickly become Internet icons. Their short skit segments are a combination of Absolutely Fabulous meets crackonista meets a WHOLE LOTTA GAY! The duo has been featured in a number of award shows and by an assortment of media outlets - even becoming the favorite of Mr. Perez Hilton himself.
Chambord Vodka Weekend will begin on Friday, Aug. 5th at the gorgeous Angler's Boutique Resort with a prix fixed three-course VIP dinner, followed by an incredible evening of martinis at MOVA and dancing at the brand new 1020 Club @ The Clevelander.
On Saturday, the shenanigans will kick off at the Cannon Ball Pool Party at the Catalina Hotel in South Beach. Later that night, pink revelers will get wild on the dance floor of Lincoln Road's only gay dance club, Score Nightclub.
If that were not enough, partygoers will get down, dirty, and scandalous at Miami's only gay stripper club, the new Johnny's Miami.
Sunday is all about detoxing, as Chambord Vodka Weekend takes over The Standard Hotel and Spa for brunch. Diners will enjoy a prix fixed three-course meal paired with free unlimited Chambord Vodka cocktails and a complimentary mud bath at The Standard Spa.
Afterwards, Jessica & Hunter will take over Ocean Drive at The Palace for the Chambord Vodka T. At 6 p.m. the duo will perform, while Chambord Vodka Weekend participants enjoy an hour of free Chambord Vodka cocktails from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
The final hoorah will take place at MOVA Lounge during the wildest and most scandalous party in South Beach, Out 'n' Ugly!
Weekend passes are available in advance for only $40. Weekend passes include access to all events with the exception of the dining events, 1 free Chambord Vodka cocktail at each event, and special surprises and giveaways.
Visit http://www.brownpaperticke?ts.com/event/186059 to get your tickets now.
As the host hotel, The Lords South Beach will be the home base for Jessica & Hunter, providing Chambord Vodka Weekend participants with a chance to relax by the pool or snag a drink with the over-the-top duo. A special rate of $115 per night is available to Chambord Weekend revelers. Call 1.877.448.4754 to book your room now.
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WEEKEND LINE-UP
Friday, Aug. 5, 2012
Jessica & Hunter VIP Dinner
660 @ The Angler's
660 Washington Ave., Miami Beach
7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Before the weekend of debauchery begins, YouTube sensations Jessica & Hunter will host a VIP dinner soiree at the gorgeous boutique resort and restaurant, The Angler's. Enjoy a prix fixed three-course meal that includes two free Chambord Vodka cocktails, while Jessica & Hunter entertain with their wildly hilarious banter.
Admission: $30 per person
Martinis till Midnight
MOVA
1625 Michigan Ave., Miami Beach
10 p.m. to Midnight
DJ Smeejay
As Lincoln Road's only gay martini bar, MOVA will certainly be the hottest place during Chambord Vodka Weekend to enjoy Chambord Vodka in its purest form - a martini! As DJ Smeejay works the turntables, enjoy an incredible evening of gorgeous guys, delicious cocktails, and fab entertainment by the infamous Pussila.
Admission: Free
13 Inches Up
1020 Club @ The Cleavelander
1020 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach
11:30 p.m. to 5 a.m.
DJ Daisy D
Friday night just wouldn't be the same without an opportunity to dance your ass off, and that is exactly what Chambord Vodka Weekend revelers will get to do at the gorgeous 1020 Club at The Clevelander. DJ Daisy D will be working the turntables all night long, providing partygoers with an infinite supply of remixed pop beats paired with enough high-energy tracks to keep your feet moving all night long! The highlight of the evening is sure to be the performance by YouTube sensations Jessica & Hunter!
Admission: $20 at the door
Saturday, Aug. 6, 2012
Cannon Ball Pool Party
The Catalina Hotel
1732 Collins Ave, Miami Beach
1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
DJs FR8-O & Miik
No gay weekend event in South Florida would be complete without a sizzling pool party, and that is exactly what you will get during the Cannon Ball Pool Party at the gorgeous Catalina Hotel in South Beach. The afternoon will begin at 1 p.m. with DJ FR8-O, working the turntables, followed by an afternoon of high-energy beats by DJ Miik. Beyond the sexy revelers, the fashion show by CVTH paired with the delicious gogo boys courtesy of Johnny's Miami will definitely make this the hottest party of the summer. Chambord Vodka Weekend revelers, sporting Chambord swag will receive Chambord Vodka shots throughout the afternoon soiree.
Admission: $20
Pink Party
Score Nightclub
727 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach
10 p.m. to 5 a.m.
DJs Lady Bunny & Charlie Rojas
After cocktailing poolside at The Catalina Hotel, it's time to kick it up a notch by hitting the dance floor at Lincoln Road's only gay dance club, Score Nightclub. The night will begin with the infamous Lady Bunny working the turntables and performing for partygoers. Afterwards, DJ Charlie Rojas will hop on the wheels of steel, while Chambord Vodka Weekend hosts Jessica & Hunter give the crowd something to talk about all night long.
Admission: $10
Go Go Johnny's Miami
Johnny's Miami
62 NE 14th Street, Downtown Miami
2 a.m. to 5 a.m.
DJ T-Promix
Sizzling male dancers, delicious Chambord Vodka cocktails, and incredible music make this one of the sexiest parties of Chambord Vodka Weekend. Enjoy fantastic performances by some of Miami's most masculine men. Expect muscles, BIG packages, and a night you'll soon never forget!
Chambord Vodka Weekend revelers can hop on the Chambord Vodka shuttle, which will take participants back and forth between Score (Lincoln & Meridian) and Johnny's Miami from 2 a.m. to 5 a.m.
Admission: Free
Sunday, Aug. 7, 2011
Detox Brunch
The Standard Hotel & Spa
40 Island Ave., Miami Beach
1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
After a whole weekend of non-stop partying, there's nothing better to help get you to the next event than a fabulous meal, Chambord Vodka cocktails, and mud?! That's right! Stop by for the official Sunday brunch of Chambord Vodka Weekend. Enjoy a three-course meal paired with free unlimited Chambord Vodka cocktails. Afterwards, relax at The Standard's spa with a soothing mud bath, compliments of Chambord Vodka!
Brunch: $40 per person
Chambord Vodka T
Palace
1200 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach
4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
After a weekend of Chambord Vodka Weekend soirees, it's time for a little Summer Time T, as Palace hosts the closing event for the 1st Annual Chambord Vodka Weekend. Indulge in some stiff cocktails, while checking out some of SoBe's sexiest beach goers as they move to the beats of fabulous DJs. As Jessica & Hunter take to the sidewalks for one final performance, Chambord Vodka revelers will enjoy an hour of Chambord Vodka cocktails complimentary of The Palace and Chambord Vodka at 6 p.m.�
Admission: Free
Out 'n'Ugly
MOVA Lounge
1625 Michigan Ave., Miami Beach
10 p.m. to 5 a.m.
DJ Latrice
It's Sunday night, which means it is time to come out and get ugly, as SoBe's most opulent gay bar turns the tables for a night of over the top debauchery, free flowing shots, and delicious dancing bartenders!
Admission: Free
Long-term New Yorkers, Mark and Robert have also lived in San Francisco, Boston, Provincetown, D.C., Miami Beach and the south of France. The recipient of fellowships at MacDowell, Yaddo, and Blue Mountain Center, Mark is a PhD in American history and literature, as well as the author of the novels Wolfchild and My Hawaiian Penthouse. Robert is the producer of the documentary We Are All Children of God. Their work has appeared in numerous publications, as well as at : www.mrny.com.