First Splash Austin 2024

First Splash Austin 2024

First Splash is when Austin gays kick off summer over the Memorial Day holiday weekend. The party takes place out on the lake at the gay section of Hippie Hollow on the Sunday of the holiday weekend.

• Visiting Austin for Memorial Day Weekend? The city fills up fast so book your hotel early.  Stay at the Fairmont Austin with a “Superb” rating,  featuring spacious rooms and excellent location.

The Event

• First Splash has grown into a weekend series of events, circuit parties and and the perfect excuse to throw a party as the Texas heat gets everyone hot and bothered!
• Events culminate at Hippy Hollow on the Sunday of the weekend.
• Stay at The Kimpton Hotel Van Zandt, a boutique hotel offering guests spacious rooms, a great pool and the famous gay-friendly Kimpton welcome.

The Schedule

• 2024 lineup to be confirmed – Use the following as a guide:
• Friday – Meet and Greet Social – Sir Rat Leather (Cesar Chavez) – Come have some cocktails and meet some amazing sexy people at the Sir Rat Leather & Gear store, followed by the Opening Party at  The Austin Eagle
• Saturday – Splash Pool Party hosted by TEA at from 1 pm to 7 pm.
• Sunday  – Closing Party at Rain on 4th from 10 pm to 2 am.

Hippie Hollow Splash Days Barge

• Sunday 26th May, 2024 – The gay section of Hippie Hollow is located at the very end of the park. Just keep on the paved walkway until it runs out … and you’re at the gay section.
• Each year, on the Sundays of Memorial weekend, several of the bars come together and load up a couple of barges with booze, bartenders and deejays and head out to the cove.
• If you want to grab drinks from the party barge, you’ll need to grab a wristband from one of the sponsor bars and be sure to bring your photo ID. You can also purchase tickets in advance. Boarding is at Volente Beach Marina at 10 am.
• There is no cost to go the Splash party at the lake, BUT there is a fee to get in to the park. It’s around $20 per vehicle if you drive in or $10 per person if you walk or bike in. Cash or check only, no credit/debit cards. There is no fee if you come in off the lake on a boat.

The Venue

• Hippie Hollow is a 30 minute ride from the gay bars of downtown Austin, located on the shore of Lake Travis in northwest Austin. It is the only legally recognized clothing-optional public park in the State of Texas.
• Stay close to Hippie Hollow (11 min drive) at the Hyatt Place Austin, recently refurbished with spacious rooms and a modern gym.

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