Pride #onLincoln: Lincoln Road Kick's Off Miami Beach Gay Pride

Pride #onLincoln: Lincoln Road Kick's Off Miami Beach Gay Pride with

Flip the Switch Lighting Ceremony, Icons of Drag and More Throughout April

Lincoln Road, Miami Beach's iconic promenade, is proud to support the LGBTQ community as an official sponsor of Miami Beach Gay Pride 2018. This year, everyone can visit Lincoln Road as it celebrates diversity and individuality with a uniquely colorful experience, reflecting its continued commitment to art, culture, design and community through its Live #onLincoln series. Lincoln Road will host the second annual Pride Lights the Night – A Tribute to PULSE, Monday, April 2, 2018 at 8:00pm.

With the Miami Beach Gay Pride taking part April 2-8, Lincoln Road will kick things off on the evening of April 2 at 8:00pm with PULSE Nightclub survivor Laura Vargas as she "flips the switch" to light up the iconic 1111 Lincoln in a rainbow of colors. Pride's signature colors will illuminate 1111 Lincoln throughout the week as part of "Pride Lights the Night." This beautiful display of unity and remembrance will pay tribute to the victims of PULSE and their families, as well as send a message of support to the entire LGBTQ community.

"We are thrilled to host the second annual Pride Lights the Night and welcome PULSE Nightclub survivor, Laura Vargas," shares Timothy Schmand, executive director of the Lincoln Road Business Improvement District. "Lincoln Road is committed to supporting the LGBTQ community by creating an inclusive environment that celebrates both individuality and equality through our lineup of cultural events and activations – this has become an annual tradition."

In addition to the activations above, Lincoln Road will host Live #onLincoln events during PRIDE week. All events will take place at the 1100 Lincoln Road Stage from 1:00-4:00pm. Details below:

1100 Lincoln Road Stage: Live #onLincoln Performances during PRIDE 2018
April 1: "Live on Lincoln," a FREE concert from 1:00-4:00pm at 1100 Lincoln Road, featuring the Icons of Drag with DJ Adora. Danilo de la Torrre as his famed character Adora, will DJ as Miami Beach's most popular drag queens take the stage to celebrate the start of PRIDE week. Guests can expect to see fabulous, high energy performances by Noel Leon, Angie Ovahness Pryce and Serenity Dupree.

April 7: "Live on Lincoln," a FREE concert from 1:00-4:00pm at 1100 Lincoln Road, featuring Karina Iglesias' Nu-Thang. Taking inspiration from Rhythm & Blue, Boleros, Gospel and Hip-Hop, Karina's sound reflects the diverse musical and cultural influences that have shaped her character. Karina is a veteran of the Miami music scene and was previously one of the top contestants on NBC's hit show, The Voice.

April 8: "Live on Lincoln", a FREE concert from 1:00-4:00pm at 1100 Lincoln Road featuringRobbie Elias. Through the span of his career singer/songwriter Robbie Elias has been conquering the Latin pop world, writing songs and singing background vocals for the likes of Ricky Martin, Marc Anthony and Alejandro Sanz. Don't be fooled by his Latin roots; Elias defies all stereotypes and blends the soulful sounds of Motown with crisp pop melodies of the late 90's and early 2000's. 

April 14: "Live on Lincoln", a FREE concert from 1:00-4:00pm at 1100 Lincoln Road featuring the Icons of Drag with DJ Adora. Joining DJ Adora will be the first ever 'Miss Miami Beach Gay Pride,' Tiffany Fantasia, who has also been seen on Andy Cohen's Watch What Happens Live.  Mhi'ya Iman LePaige, better know as 'The Queen of Flips' will also take the stage with local favorite, Pussila.
The Live #onLincoln series aims to elevate the destination beyond world-class shopping and dining, to one that is a haven for those seeking art, culture and design as well.
For news and updates about events and activations happing on Lincoln Road, visit www.Lincolnrd.com.

For more information on Miami Beach Gay Pride, visit www.miamibeachgaypride.com.


Lincoln RoadLincoln Road is an iconic pedestrian district, located in Miami Beach, Florida, that serves as a hub for modern culture-seekers, both local and international. It is home to the New World Center concert hall, historic Colony Theatre managed by resident Miami New Drama company, and ArtCenter/South Florida, a collection of studios and gallery spaces for artists. Lincoln Road also features over 200 designer boutiques, national retail stores and fine restaurants and bars. For additional information, visit us online at http://www.lincolnrd.com.

Lincoln Road Business Improvement DistrictThe Lincoln Road Business Improvement District (Lincoln Road B.I.D.) was created in 2015 to stabilize and improve the Lincoln Road retail business district, which is located in a nationally recognized historic district, through promotion, management, marketing and similar services, by:  i) Representing and advocating for the property and business owners within the boundaries of the district; ii) Promoting and encouraging the continued development of a diverse, vibrant and pedestrian friendly Lincoln Road mixed-use neighborhood, thereby providing a dynamic setting for businesses, the visiting public, arts and entertainment, as well as area residents; iii) Serving as a cultural and civic hub for the community and fostering a spirit of cooperation and maintenance of high standards of quality among its members; and iv) Bringing transformative projects into the District.

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