Event Dates
From: Sunday, April 9, 2023
To: Sunday, April 9, 2023
Every year on Easter The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence–or the “cross-dressing nuns of fun” as locals call them–host an all-day party in Dolores Park, complete with traditional Easter egg hunt.
- Visiting for Easter? Stay close to the park at 1906 Mission for an authentic taste of San Francisco hospitality.
Easter Celebration in the Park
- Events kick off from 1pm, but visitors should arrive early to grab their spot. Bring a picnic and enjoy a unique San Francisco tradition including the the Easter Bonnet Contest, burlesque, a trashcan marching band, and everyone’s favourite blasphemous hoot.
- Somewhat less traditional? The Hunky Jesus and Foxy Mary contests, some burlesque, and a bonnet contest. It’s a widely beloved event, and many people bring the whole family.
- All funds raised during the event go to local gay charities raising vital funds for their continued endeavours.
The Shows
- Enjoy an evening of entertainment hosted by celebrity guest emcee and drag icon Peaches Christ. Events include a drag-variety show , live performances, and holy acts by the Sisters themselves.
- 2023 performers to be confirmed.
The Venue
- Mission Dolores Park, often abbreviated to Dolores Park, is a city park in San Francisco, California. It is located two blocks south of Mission Dolores at the western edge of the Mission District.
- The Square is a 10 minute ride from Union Square or a 10 minute walk from the Castro District.
Explore the Gay venues nearby
- Pop into Milk-SF fome some of their speciality drinks and delicious bagels.
- El Porteño Empanadas, on the corner of 18th and Church is a must for an afternoon snack.
- For dessert try Bi-Rite Creamery and cool down after watching all those hunky contestants.
- Head to the Lookout after the event ends , a popular people-watching spot with a huge balcony overlooking Market Street.
- End your night at Midnight Sun with dancing and a great video DJ!
Where to stay during Easter in San Francisco?
- San Francisco is split into several districts. The most iconic gay neighbourhoods include The Castro and Soma. Soma is home to Folsom Street, and most of the leather and fetish bars.
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