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The Dance for Equality!

The incredible Dance for Equality, a sold-out event last year, is our signature fundraiser. We’ve moved to a new and larger venue this year—the beautiful Club at Orange Lawn in South Orange, NJ.

Dance all night long with award-winning DJ Steve Sidewalk (of Ritz, XL Nightclub and Splash fame), who will spin the proverbial platters til 1AM. Bid on items at our incredible silent auction, including Broadway house seats (Kinky Boots, Book of Mormon, After Midnight, Aladdin, Rock of Ages), tickets to last season of The David Letterman Show, spa visits, vacations, jewelry, designer fashion, artwork, unique experiences—plus raffles, 50/50 and more! Every dollar goes to help North Jersey Pride host the LGBTQA Pride Week and Festival, as well as to support out “Pride with a Purpose” mission of contributing proceeds beyond expenses to New Jersey-based LGBTQ youth organizations.

We are offering TWO ADMISSION LEVELS this year:

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NJP SUPPORTER TICKET ($75): Your 80% tax-deductible ticket price includes admission at 9PM, wine and bubbly cocktails and delectable hors d’oeuvre from our Sponsors Barefoot Wine, Devotion Vodka and the Club at Orange Lawn. Plus, a full top-shelf bar will be available at reduced prices. You’ll also get five complementary tickets for our amazing raffle.

VIP TICKET ($100): Your ticket includes everything above, PLUS a special wristband that entitles you to:
Valet Parking: Arrive when you like and your reserved space will be waiting.
Happy Hour: Enter at 8PM for a fully open bar and hors d’oeuvres.
VIP Bar: Beginning at 9PM, avoid lines with access to special VIP spirit service.
Better Odds: Receive five additional complementary raffle tickets, for a total of 10.
Sneak Peak: Check out our exclusive silent auction items at your leisure.
Personal Satisfaction: Knowing you’ve given that much more to a worthy cause!

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We do expect the “Big Gay Dance” to sell out again, so get your tickets fast. Once we sell out, you’ll have to wait until next year to shake that thang!

Must be 21+. North Jersey Pride is a 501(c)3 nonprofit; 80% of ticket price tax-deductible.


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