What to do this weekend

Below is a list of what is happening in Boston and Provinceton this weekend. Show your love by supporting our gay bars and businesses. If you have an event you want included, email bosguymail@gmail.com.

Boston Gay Bars

The Alley
THURSDAY: Trivia Night w/ host Dave Sawyer at 8PM
FRIDAY: Casual Fridays w/ DJ BEGBICK at10PM
SATURDAY: DJ BEGBICK at 10PM
SUNDAY: Idol Karaoke at 8PM

blend – Closed for the week but will be returning next week

Cathedral Station Open but no programming scheduled.

Club CafeProof of COVID-19 vaccination required for entry starting 8/16
THURSDAY: RPDR All-Star viewing party at 8PM & DJ FrenchY at 10PM, show at 12:30AM
FRIDAY: FREE BRITNEY Party w/ DJ Stevie Psyclone at 10PM
SATURDAY: DJ FrenchY at 10PM
SUNDAY: Throwback Tea Dance w/ DJ Stevie Psyclone at 5PM

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FRIDAY: Karaoke Night – Give me back my mic w/ Ryan Grow at 8PM
SATURDAY: The category is… dance party w/ DJ Mascari DJ Mascari (Gustavo Mascari)at 10PM
SUNDAY: Dirty Pop themed patio tea dance w/ DJ Joe Bermudez at 4PM

Jacques CabaretProof of COVID-19 vaccination required for entry
THURSDAY: Now That’s What I Call A Drag Show! at 8PM
FRIDAY: An Evening w/ Patty Bouree at 7:30PM & Drag Me To The Main Stage at 10PM
SATURDAY: Drag Me To The Main Stage at 10PM
SUNDAY: Sunday Fun Day – Open Mic

Call 617-426-8902 for show information and to reserve seats.

Legacy & Candi Bar (Gay Mafia Boston)
THURSDAY: Nicky Doll & Saint join DJ BEGBICK at Legacy at 10PM
FRIDAY: Bussdown Fridays w/ DJ FrenchY at Legacy at 10PM
SATURDAY: DJ Alex Costa at Legacy at 10PM
SUNDAY: Hot Mess w/ DJ Richie LaDue & Coleslaw at Candi Bar at 10PM

Trophy Room has reopened! No programming scheduled at the moment.

LGBTQ+ nights & events

THURSDAY: Drag Bingo birthday edition hosted by the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence from 7PM-9PM at the Aeronaut cannery in Revere.

THURSDAY: Queer Qomedy Hour w/ Emma Willmann doors open at 6:30 (show starts at 8PM) at The White Bull Tavern.

FRIDAY: Heroes “IRL” returns this Friday w/ DJ Chris Ewen in Cambridge (proof of vaccination req’d for entry).

FRIDAY: Beach Ball Friday w/ DJ Michael Giller and host Lady German in Revere Beach.

SATURDAY: Ride for Black Lives VIII is Saturday at 10:00 AM at The Stadium in Franklin Park

gay boston, kiki beach

SATURDAY: Kiki Beach If you’re unsure where the boys go on M Street Beach, check out the map on the Kiki Beach Boston Facebook Page, but when in doubt follow the good music and speedos.

SATURDAY: Black Party with Samanta Chanel & Gia Martinez D’Witches comes to La Makina nightclub on Revere Beach.

SUNDAY: M Street Beach TakeOver continues each Sunday from 10AM – 5PM.

SUNDAY: Boston Pride Hockey hosts “Intro to Skills Session” meet Rob and Sam for them to assess the best skills program for the Fall at 7:40PM at Cronin Skating Park in Revere (full equipment req’d). Click on link to RSVP.

Drag brunches in Boston

Some drag brunches require tickets purchased ahead of time. Click the event links shared below for ticketing and reservation information.

Illusions The Drag Brunch Boston
Saturday & Sunday shows @1:30PM
Hosted upstairs at Hennessey’s

Drag Me To Brunch
Sunday 12PM – 4PM
Hosted at Carrie Cocktail Nation Club

And finally… another resource for what is happening at Boston gay bars is KikiPedia.

Provincetown gay bars & entertainment

For more information about live entertainment in Provincetown this week (and all month) click here. Click the links below for more information about each bar.

A House – One of Provincetown’s most popular dance clubs.

Aqua Bar – Located at the Aquarium Marketplace, with views of the harbor.

Backstreet Club – Previously Club Purgatory will NOT reopen this summer.

Buoy Bar – Located on Commercial Street at The Boatslip. It is fabulous for people watching (esp after Tea).

The Club – Lea Delaria’s supper club includes live entertainment in the lounge.

Dive Bar – Weekend piano bar at The Crown & Anchor.

Harbor Lounge – Waterfront cocktail lounge in the East End.

Little Bar – Provincetown’s oldest bar.

Macho Bar – Provincetown’s longest running leather and denim bar.

Monkey Bar – Will NOT reopen this summer.

Paramount – Located at the Crown & Anchor. This is Ptown’s largest dance club.

Porchside Lounge – Located at The Gifford House.

Provincetown Brewery – Popular brew pub on Bradford Street.

Shipwreck Lounge – Located at the Brass Key Guest House.

Tin Pan Alley – This restaurant has a lively piano bar that has a friendly crowd.

The Vault – Located at the Crown & Anchor. This is a leather / fetish bar.

Velvet Lounge – Dance club with DJ Mark Louque spinning each Friday.

The Wave Bar – Located at the Crown & Anchor. This is a fun video bar.

Missing a favorite bar / club in Provincetown? Share it in the comments section. If the status of these bars / clubs change, it will be noted.

Vintage gay

I want to thank BosGuy blog reader, Angel, who sent this photo as a suggestion for this weekly post. I think it works beautifully. I do wish the photo was more clear to better see what appears to be two very handsome young men under a tree, side-by-side in a half embrace while enjoying a pipe. It looks as if the guy on the right has on a wedding band which makes me wonder if it is two men enjoying time together as friends or maybe something more. Any thoughts on when this photo may have been taken based on their clothing and haircuts?

I dedicate this weekly post, featuring vintage gay photographs, to the men and women who lived in a more critical time where being true to yourself and loving who you want wasn’t always an option and came at a great price. Do you have a photo you would like to share? Email me at bosguymail@gmail.com.

Previous Vintage Gay Photos

Caption this photo

Much thanks to reader and friend, Jim Lundy, for sharing this photo which comes from the always funny @intosporty IG account. I can’t figure out why this guy has only one hand gloved nor why his left hand isn’t the one that is gloved?

Hopefully the caption I’ve shared below inspires you to offer up one or two of your own. Leave a funny caption in the comment section, and I’ll approve it for readers to enjoy.

“What exactly are you massaging?”

Temptation Tuesday

Sometimes more is better. This would be a good example of that saying.

Past Temptation Tuesday Posts

Men in kilts

Previous Men in Kilts Posts

Monday morning mancandy

May this week’s post distract you from the fact that it is a Monday morning. 

Boston Gay Basketball League fall registration opens August 16th

The Boston Gay Basketball League (BGBL) fall registration opens on Monday, August 16th at 7:00 PM. The eight week season starts the week of September 6th and concludes October 28th for both divisions. Games will be played at the Marshall Community Center in Dorchester.

All are welcome to register and join, but teams will fill quickly so be sure to visit www.bgbl.com to register on Monday, August 16th at 7:00 PM. Availability is based on a first come basis for both divisions. If you have more questions you can email BGBLBOSTON@GMAIL.COM.

Scruffy Sunday

Say good morning to Brad who I follow on Twitter at @justmehere2424. I don’t kno much about Brad except that he’s a handsome guy who likes taking selfies, like this one of him between the sheets.

Previous Scruffy Sunday Posts

Saturday morning coffee

Earlier this summer I posted a photo of Neri Niccolo as a Temptation Tuesday, which proved to be very popular (go figure) so I thought I’d share this photo of the Italian hunk enjoying a cup of coffee.

Saturday morning comics

ADAM & ANDY is set in the fictional New England town of Woodfield, CT. You can learn more about Adam and Andy and purchase a copy of “the definitive collection of Adam and Andy” by visiting, adamandandy.com.

Click on this week’s comic strip to enlarge

Adam and Andy cartoon by James Asal

Click here if you would like to see the previous Adam & Andy

Furry Friday

hairy, hunk, handsome man

Thank goodness it’s Furry Friday.

Past Furry Friday

BosGuy brain teaser

riddle, exercise for your brainEach Friday morning I post a riddle to get you to think outside the box and exercise your brain. If you are stumped, share it with a friend or colleague and see if you can figure out the answer together.

Leave your answer in the comment section. I’ll approve responses later in the day to give people a chance to respond without seeing any spoilers.

This week’s brain teaser:  I shave every day, but my beard never changes. How can this be?

Like riddles? Check out past week’s brain teasers.

What to do this weekend

Below is a list of what is happening in Boston and Provinceton this weekend. Show your love by supporting our gay bars and businesses. If you have an event you want included, email bosguymail@gmail.com.

Boston Gay Bars

The Alley
THURSDAY: Trivia Night w/ host Dave Sawyer at 8PM
FRIDAY: FUZZ w/ resident DJs Brent Covington & Taffy at10PM
SATURDAY: DJ BEGBICK at 10PM
SUNDAY: Idol Karaoke at 8PM

blend
THURSDAY: RPDR All-Star viewing party at 8PM
FRIDAY: Friday Feels w DJ BEGBICK at 10PM
SATURDAY: CLOSED (Taking a timeout for staff – be back next week)
SUNDAY: CLOSED (Taking a timeout for staff – be back next week)

Cathedral Station Open but no programming scheduled.

Club CafeProof of COVID-19 vaccination required for entry starting 8/16
THURSDAY: RPDR All-Star viewing party at 8PM & DJ FrenchY at 10PM, show at 12:30AM
FRIDAY: DJ Stevie Psyclone at 10PM
SATURDAY:  DJ Stevie Psyclone at 10PM
SUNDAY: Bear Harness Tea Dance w/ DJ BEGBICK at 5PM

dbar
FRIDAY: Karaoke Night – Give me back my mic w/ Ryan Grow at 8PM
SATURDAY: The category is… dance party w/ DJ Jay Ine at 10PM
SUNDAY: Dirty Pop themed patio tea dance w/ DJ Joe Bermudez at 4PM

Jacques CabaretProof of COVID-19 vaccination required for entry
THURSDAY: Now That’s What I Call A Drag Show! at 8PM
FRIDAY: Drag Me To The Main Stage at 10PM
SATURDAY: Drag Me To The Main Stage at 10PM
SUNDAY: Sunday Fun Day – Open Mic

Call 617-426-8902 for show information and to reserve seats.

Legacy & Candi Bar (Gay Mafia Boston)
THURSDAY: Serve Thursdays (Beyonce TakeOver) w/ DJ BEGBICK at Legacy at 10PM
FRIDAY: Bussdown Fridays w/ DJ FrenchY at Legacy at 10PM
SATURDAY: The New Normal w/ DJ Ranny at Legacy at 10PM
SUNDAY: Hot Mess w/ DJ Richie LaDue & Coleslaw at Candi Bar at 10PM

Trophy Room has reopened! No programming scheduled at the moment.

LGBTQ+ nights & events

FRIDAY: Beach Ball Friday w/ DJ Michael Giller and host Lady German in Revere Beach.

gay boston, pi alley bar

FRIDAY: Fuzz w/ DJs Brent Covington & Taffy returns to The Alley at 10PM

gay boston, kiki beach

SATURDAY: Kiki Beach If you’re unsure where the boys go on M Street Beach, check out the map on the Kiki Beach Boston Facebook Page, but when in doubt follow the good music and speedos.

SATURDAY: Boom Saturdays returns to La Makina nightclub on Revere Beach.

SUNDAY: M Street Beach TakeOver continues each Sunday from 10AM – 5PM.

Drag brunches in Boston

Some drag brunches require tickets purchased ahead of time. Click the event links shared below for ticketing and reservation information.

Illusions The Drag Brunch Boston
Saturday & Sunday shows @1:30PM
Hosted upstairs at Hennessey’s

And finally… another resource for what is happening at Boston gay bars is KikiPedia.

Provincetown gay bars & entertainment

For more information about live entertainment in Provincetown this week (and all month) click here. Click the links below for more information about each bar.

A House – One of Provincetown’s most popular dance clubs.

Aqua Bar – Located at the Aquarium Marketplace, with views of the harbor.

Backstreet Club – Previously Club Purgatory will NOT reopen this summer.

Buoy Bar – Located on Commercial Street at The Boatslip. It is fabulous for people watching (esp after Tea).

The Club – Lea Delaria’s supper club includes live entertainment in the lounge.

Dive Bar – Weekend piano bar at The Crown & Anchor.

Harbor Lounge – Waterfront cocktail lounge in the East End.

Little Bar – Provincetown’s oldest bar.

Macho Bar – Provincetown’s longest running leather and denim bar.

Monkey Bar – Will NOT reopen this summer.

Paramount – Located at the Crown & Anchor. This is Ptown’s largest dance club.

Porchside Lounge – Located at The Gifford House.

Provincetown Brewery – Popular brew pub on Bradford Street.

Shipwreck Lounge – Located at the Brass Key Guest House.

Tin Pan Alley – This restaurant has a lively piano bar that has a friendly crowd.

The Vault – Located at the Crown & Anchor. This is a leather / fetish bar.

Velvet Lounge – Dance club with DJ Mark Louque spinning each Friday.

The Wave Bar – Located at the Crown & Anchor. This is a fun video bar.

Missing a favorite bar / club in Provincetown? Share it in the comments section. If the status of these bars / clubs change, it will be noted.

Vintage gay

I may have previously shared this photo. It looks vaguely familiar but I didn’t see it after doing a brief but not a thorough check of fairly recent posts. It is difficult to find quality photos of men of color from years past – let alone those of same sex couples. It is hard to say if these men are romantically linked but they certainly would make for a handsome couple. Any thoughts on when this was taken? My guess is in the 1950s.

I dedicate this weekly post, featuring vintage gay photographs, to the men and women who lived in a more critical time where being true to yourself and loving who you want wasn’t always an option and came at a great price. Do you have a photo you would like to share? Email me at bosguymail@gmail.com.

Previous Vintage Gay Photos

2021 Provincetown Carnival celebrations

Provincetown’s Carnival celebration wil start this weekend. The theme this year is “Somewhere Over The Rainbow”.

Note that Provincetown has a strict mask policy when indoors and many places require proof of vaccination so snap a photo of your CDC vaccination card or bring it with you. The strict adherence was put in place after infection rates spiked following the July 4th weekend. Since reinstating the mask mandate, infection rates have dropped dramatically*.

Events & parties during Carnvival Week in Provincetown

Sunday, August 15

Tea Dance at The Boatslip at 4PM w/ cover charge $10

Sunset Cruise: You’re Not in Kansas Anymore with DJ Edil Hernandez
*Sold Out*

Opening Night Costume Party: Come Out Come Out Wherever You Are at The Crown & Anchor at 9PM $30 cover benefits the Provincetown Business Guild

Monday, August 16

Tea Dance at The Boatslip at 4PM w/ cover charge $10

Carnival kickoff at Shipwreck at 8PM – No cover

Gesellschaft presents Tornado at Red Room at Velvet at 10:30PM – No cover

Tuesday, August 17

Tea Dance at The Boatslip at 4PM w/ cover charge $10

RAINBOW Dance Party at A-House at 10PM – $20 cover charge

Wednesday, August 18

Tea Dance at The Boatslip at 4PM w/ cover charge $10

Provincetown Follies at Boatslip at 9:30PM w/ $20 cover benefits Provincetown Business Guild

Red Room presents Ruby Red Slippers at Velvet at 10:30PM w/ $10 cover benefits Provincetown Business Guild

Thursday, August 19

Express Yourself Day – All day. Come as you are, or dress as you like using this year’s theme: Somewhere Over the Rainbow. 

Tea Dance at The Boatslip at 4PM w/ cover charge $10

Ty Sunderland Presents Love Prism: Carnival Dance Party at Town Hall at 7PM – Admission is free with a ticket, must RSVP in advance

Friday, August 20

Tea Dance at The Boatslip at 4PM w/ cover charge $10

Friday Gallery Stroll (opening and closing times vary)

Official Closing Party: There’s No Place Like Home at Crown & Anchor at 10PM w/ $30 cover benefits Provincetown Business Guild

*For the latest information about COVID-19 infection rates in Provincetown, click here.