What’s in it for the ladies? Lots

This year, Las Vegas Pride is teaming up with Vegas Women’s Fest and Lesbians Love Travel, among others, to bring several Pride events specifically designed for the ladies. From Oct. 6-13, the week is jampacked with official and unofficial women’s events. Ranging from free to $50 VIP packages. The events include picnicking, dancing, live music, swimming and drag performances. Let the fun begin.

►Oct. 6 – The Official Women’s Pride Picnic, Lone Mountain Park, 4445 N. Jensen St., Area A, 1- 5 p.m., free

Brought to you by Vegas Women’s Fest and Las Vegas Pride this picnic/barbecue is a free event for the women’s community. All are welcome including kids and friendly dogs on leashes (no longer than 6 feet). Burgers, hotdogs (meat and plant-based), sodas and water will be provided, while supplies last. You are also welcome to bring your own food to the barbecue. Bring your own chair and BYOB (21+ only, no glass).

►Oct. 9  –  LEZ Get Empowered, Pour Coffeehouse, 6811 S. Eastern Ave., 6 to 8 p.m., $5

Hosted by Nadia Charles, this LEZ Vegas in Motion Meetup Group is about connecting like-minded women to form meaningful friendships and a support network. Please RSVP on the Meetup page.

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►Oct. 10 – Mama’s Black Sheep Concert, The Center, 401 S. Maryland Parkway, TIME, 7 p.m., free, visit vegassomensfest.com 

Vegas Women’s Fest and Las Vegas Pride present recording artists, Mama’s Black Sheep. The soulful female duo of singer-songwriters Ashland Miller (guitar/vocals) and Laura Cerulli (drums/vocals) will present a wide array of originals as well as cover tunes. Special guest will be Andrea Bensmiller.

►Oct. 11 – Kings of Pride Drag King Show, The Artifice, 1025 S. 1st St., after Pride Parade, free.

Presented by Tatiana Lewis, this all-new show features 14 drag kings, including Max Stache, Anthony Cockatori and Tom Kat. The event will be held directly after the parade.

►Oct. 11 – Official Ladies After-Parade Party, location TBA, 10 p.m.-3 a.m., $10 cover charge before midnight

Continue your Pride fun at the Official Ladies After-Parade Party with D.J. Skye and hosted by Londun Bee. Last year’s party had over 400 attendees. Follow on FaceBook: Londun Bee for event updates!

►Oct. – Grown & Sexy Night Out, Place on 7th at 115 N. 7th St. in downtown Las Vegas, 9 a.m., locals admission is $20.

Join Lesbians Love Travel as these hot-outta-town-ladies party down at this official Pride women’s party. The event will feature a live D.J.

►Oct. 13 – Ultimate Vegas Rooftop Pool Party, The Plaza at 1 N. Main St. in downtown Las Vegas, 1-5 p.m., locals price is $20 for general admission, $50 for VIP  

Lesbians Love Travel will hold a rooftop pool party with a live DJ. VIP packages includes cabana seating, cocktail and food catering.