Event Dates
From: Friday, May 5, 2023
To: Sunday, May 7, 2023
Rise is the official pool party, brought to you by the Purple Foundation and held during the Purple Party, Dallas Pride, and special weekends.
- Stay close to the pool party at The Thompson Dallas, rated “Superb” by guests, featuring city views and chic rooms with rainfall showers and high-end amenities.
The Party
- The ultimate Dallas Pool party returns to Dallas as part of The Purple Party. Events are held on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
- The party kicks off at 12 pm at Dallas Marriott Suites, Market Centre.
- Dance with the hottest Texans and enjoy several surprises on the day, including the sexy Purple Party GoGos.
- Don’t want the pool party to end? Stay at the historic Joule Hotel, complete with an epic rooftop pool right in the heart of the city.
The Lineup
- Friday – Roland Belmares and House of Kaiser.
- Saturday – Dan Slater and DJ Level.
- Sunday – Danny Verde and Josh Sanders.
The Venue
- Rise Pool Party Dallas is at the Dallas Marriott Suites
- The hotel features spacious rooms, fitness centre, hot tub, and of course a large outdoor pool.
- The Hotel is a 7-minute drive from the gay district of Oak Lawn in Uptown Dallas.
Gay Dallas
- Gay Dallas Oak Lawn & Cedar Springs – Often also referred to as “The Strip”, Oak Lawn is located a few miles north of downtown Dallas. It is known for being a trendy, LGBTQ-friendly neighborhood that offers many different coffee shops, bars, restaurants, and more. There are some great hotels in the uptown district, close to the strip.
Recommended Hotels in Dallas
Here are the hotels we recommend that have good reviews and keep you close to all the parties and gay bars:
Hotel Crescent Court, Rosewood Mansion, Warwick Melrose Hotel, Hotel ZaZa
Where to stay close to all the gay bars.
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
The Stoneleigh is a Meridien luxury art
deco hotel, located close to the gay bars
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Texans are proud to say that everything is bigger in the Lone Star State. One visit to “The Strip,” the center of gay life along Cedar Springs Road, and you will see what we mean. The nightlife venues are gargantuan! Every place has at least one outdoor patio.
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Modern styling and a French doors opening to a private balcony are featured in each guest room at Hotel Crescent Court. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as an iPod docking station are available. Certain units feature a seating area to relax in after a busy day. You will find a coffee machine in the room.
This beautifully restored historic mansion is located in uptown Dallas, 3.2 km from the city centre. It offers an on-site restaurant and a local transfer service. Each elegant guest room at the Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek has a 42-inch flat-screen plasma TV and they are also furnished with a stocked minibar.
The guestrooms and suites at the Melrose Warwick boast a variety of contemporary amenities for a comfortable stay. After a busy day, guests can relax while watching a pay film with a beverage from the in-room refreshment centre or meal from the hotel’s 24-hour room service.
Unique pieces of art and Mediterranean decor style each room. A spacious work desk, a sofa and a refrigerator are included for your convenience. There is also a flat-screen cable TV in every room. The Dragonfly, Hotel ZaZa’s extravagant restaurant, offers a fine dining experience. Exercise in the state-of-the-art fitness centre and then relax in the pool.
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3 restaurants, a full-service spa, and an outdoor pool are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and a free area shuttle are also provided. Other amenities include 3 bars/lounges, a 24-hour fitness center, and a coffee shop/café. All 226 rooms feature thoughtful touches like bathrobes and slippers, plus free WiFi
A restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center are available at this hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a coffee shop/café, and a snack bar/deli are onsite. All 183 individually decorated rooms feature free WiFi and iPod docks. For entertainment, Smart TVs comes with Netflix
An outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and a coffee shop/café are available at this smoke-free aparthotel. Other amenities include self parking, a business center, and a 24-hour front desk. Each apartment provides a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. For a bit of entertainment, a flat-screen TV
A restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour health club are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a coffee shop/café, valet parking, and 24-hour room service. All 255 individually furnished rooms feature WiFi and 24-hour room service. For a bit of entertainment, flat-screen TVs