Founded through Facebook in April 2017, the North Pinellas LGBTQ & Friends group has developed quite a following. In a little over three months, the […]
OUTCOAST Travels: A Night at the Fairfield Inn & Suites in Kissimee, Florida
As a hot spot for all things entertainment, it’s no surprise that the Orlando area is stock-full of hotels and resorts. In fact, there are […]
OUTCOAST Artist Profile: Getting Real with St. Petersburg Music Icon, Jennifer Real
With more than 15 years as a professional session/tour/background singer for several major labels including Arista and EMI, local singer, Jennifer Real, provides hours of […]
Tampa Startup Hopes to Create More Inclusion and Tolerance in Home-Sharing
The Tampa-based home-sharing startup Innclusive is seeking to combat discrimination found on platforms like Airbnb, reports Tierra Smith in the Tampa Bay Times. Entrepreneurs Rohan […]
Stand-up Comic Jeff Klein Brings Together Drag and Comedy at New Monthly Show
For years, Jeff Klein dreamed of doing comedy. “But since I was 18, I kept talking myself out of it,” he said. He’d done some […]
Fort Lauderdale Ad Campaign Fosters Transgender Inclusion
Fort Lauderdale is seeking to emphasize its inclusiveness with a new ad campaign featuring several transgender individuals, reports Jay Jones in the Dallas News. The […]
SAVE Partner Lyft Given the Green Light to Ride With Pride at Tampa International Airport
After August 3, Lyft, Uber, and other ridesharing companies can legally drive customers to and from Tampa International Airport, reports Janelle Irwin at the Tampa […]
LGBTQ-Supportive Palm Springs Bakery to be Featured on Food Network
Food Network Canada will be featuring the Palm Springs bakery, Over the Rainbow Desserts, in a new show, reported Xochitl Pena in the Desert Sun. […]
OUTCOAST Artist Profile: Cindy Heidel – Artist, Comedian, Warrior
Gulfport multi-media artist and comedian Cindy Heidel invited OUTCOAST into her home and artist sanctuary to discuss her life-long struggles with Scoliosis, alcoholism, sexuality, and […]
St. Pete Pride Parade Makes History with First Ever TransPride March
Updated 7/4/17 It’s been a long time coming, but for the first time in history, a transgender pride march kicked off the St. Pete Pride […]
OUTCOAST Artist Profile: Adam Scott Rote’s Sci-Fi Show at Ocean Blue Galleries
Visionary American Realist Painter Adam Scott Rote sat down with OUTCOAST to discuss his upbringing, Hollywood rise to fame, relationships, and latest exhibit at the […]
Keith Haring: Radiant Child – An Evening of Art, Entertainment, and Musings
Imagine a one-hour intimate, interactive, and inspiring one-man show with subtle humor, lessons in both art and LGBT-history, and a glimpse into the life of […]
Palace Bar Marks Closing with Fabulous Parties and Stunning Drag Performances
This Fourth of July marks the closing of the iconic Palace Bar in Miami, reports Cody Gohl for NewNowNext.com. The bar is famous for live […]
Tampa Bay Pulse Night Club Survivor To Marry This December
On June 12, 2016, Tampa Bay nurse Amanda Grau was held hostage in the Pulse Night Club bathroom for several hours after being shot four […]
LGBT-Friendly Walt Disney World Area Hotels: From Economical to Extravagant
There are few places as magical and fun as Walt Disney World. Whether you are a child traveling to Disney for the very first time, […]
Where to Shop in Tampa Bay
When you’re in the Tampa area, you should be prepared to do some retail therapy. Find out where you should shop in Tampa Bay for […]
Our Visit to Pulse: A Day of Remembrance, Reflection, and Rejuvenation
A year ago, during the first weekend in June, my non-profit organization hosted the Chester County Pride Festival and Gala Weekend in the suburbs of […]
Top Landmarks of Florida’s Panhandle
Explore Florida’s Panhandle Visit Florida’s Panhandle for an experience like no other. The region stretches roughly 200 miles from the state line at Alabama east […]
Where to Shop in the Panhandle
Northwest Florida has some of the best shopping destinations in Florida. Find out where to shop in Northwest Florida, and you won’t leave empty-handed. Pensacola […]
The Tampa Bay Rays Score Big on Pride Night
On Friday evening, under the stadium lights of Tropicana Field, the Tampa Bay Rays paid tribute to the victims and survivors of the Pulse Massacre, […]
Best LGBT Entertainment in the Florida Keys
Key West is a place for everyone. The LGBTQ community goes beyond everyone accepts everyone. It is a melting pot of inclusivity. The entertainment allows you to […]
Top Landmarks of the Space Coast
Florida’s Space Coast Landmarks From cars racing around the track or rockets launching into space, Florida has some interesting traffic. Turn off the beaten path […]
OUTCOAST Business Tips: The Case for Diversity
The world is abuzz with the term “Diversity”. The state of being diverse is a broad concept; including people places and things. We use the […]
Tampa Bay Rays Host Pride Night – Enjoy a Punky’s Pre-Party, Too!
The Tampa Bay Rays invite you to attend Pride Night on Friday, June 9 at 7:10 p.m. when the Rays take on the Oakland Athletics. […]
The Ultimate Florida Bucketlist
Florida is a major tourist destination. Between the beaches, the theme parks, and all the other phenomenal activities and places to visit, Florida deserves a […]