WildSide presents our 20th Sin City Soirée, May 1 - 9, 2026

We know that there is a lot to process but here’s the scoop... for 20 years now, WildSide has proudly hosted our annual Sin City Soirée event. It's a week-long Trans Pride celebration that takes place every May. It’s all about empowerment, community-building, making lifelong friends, visibility, and a whole lot of FUN for the Trans and gender-expansive community.

And guess what? 2026 is going to be our BIGGEST year yet! Why?

• We’re celebrating 20 years of WildSide magic! For two decades, we’ve been spreading trans joy to thousands of people from around the globe. As we like to say: Once you join WildSide, you’re VWS-4-Life!
• We’re moving to a new home! This year, we’re leaving the Strip behind and heading to the Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino in Downtown Vegas. Why? While prices continue to rise on the Strip, quality has been on the decline. Downtown has that classic “Old Vegas” charm, real hospitality, better accessibility and way more affordable food, drinks, and gaming.

As always, WildSide packs a year’s worth of fun into one unforgettable week. You’ll have the chance to live authentically and freely with 200+ of your new best friends. Every night of the Soirée brings something exciting and 2026 is pulling out all the stops!

Here’s a sneak peek at some of what’s coming:
VWS Pre-Game Weekend – Friday, May 1 to Sunday, May 3 (We’re starting early this year!)

· Rockstar Bus Tour with Las Vegas Sign Group Photo and Stride with Pride Visibility March through the Cosmopolitan

· Multi-Cabana Pool Party

· Multiple Support Groups

· In-house make-up artist Jodie Lynn

· Las Vegas Sphere Experience

· Rock & Roll Fantasy Night with our house band, Bimbo Barbecue
…and SO MUCH MORE!

This is going to be our biggest, boldest, most unforgettable Soirée yet and we can’t wait to celebrate with YOU!

HOTEL
After many years on the Vegas Strip, we’re really excited to be moving to the Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino in Downtown Las Vegas. In recent years, the Strip has shifted toward one thing; squeezing every last dollar out of their guests, at the expense of value, quality and hospitality. Downtown Vegas is different animal. It still has that classic “Old Vegas” charm, chill vibes, friendlier energy, AND food, drink, and gaming that won’t drain your wallet before the night even begins.

As always, we’ve secured a discounted WildSide group rate just for our guests. After you register, you’ll receive a link to our exclusive VWS hotel reservation portal, making it easy to lock in your stay at WildSide's new homebase. A quick word from experience: Every year, some folx try to save a few bucks by staying off-site, and almost all of them regret it. Why? Because all the action happens at our hotel. This move Downtown opens us up to a whole different world of options, all within walking distance. Staying elsewhere means constant travel, missed moments, rideshares, delays, and extra money spent just trying to keep up. Do yourself a favor: skip the hassle, save the time, and stay where VWS lives; with us at the Golden Nugget in Downtown Vegas.

CONFIRMATION EMAIL
Ready to take a ride on the WildSide?
Once you register, keep your eyes open for the ALL-IMPORTANT CONFIRMATION EMAIL; this is your key to everything. This email contains exclusive WildSide insider info, including access to the hotel booking portal to reserve your room at the Golden Nugget in Downtown Las Vegas with our special WildSide group rate!

This email is CRITICAL; don’t skim it!!!!!
Due to Eventbrite’s formatting, you’ll need to SCROLL DOWN inside the email to find the good stuff. Trust us, it’s in there. Didn’t see it right away? Check your spam/junk folder Still can’t find it? We’ve got you; reach out to us at . That confirmation email is full of VERY useful info. Don’t miss it!

WildSide CENTRAL
Once you arrive in Las Vegas, be sure to swing by WildSide Central, our official hospitality center located at the pool cabanas of the Golden Nugget. This is your WildSide home base. The place to meet friends (new and old), get the inside scoop on everything happening, and fully plug into the Soirée. Here you’ll find:

-- Wristbands for paid events

-- Schedules, maps, and must-know info

-- WildSide souvenirs

We'll know closer to the event just where our cabana's will be, so keep an eye on our Discord server, emails and Facebook for location.

STAY UP TO DATE
Our itinerary is like gender itself... it's very fluid. As we gear up for Soirée #20, there may be updates or changes to the itinerary. Be sure to get connected with all things WildSide! Keep an eye on your inbox and become part of our private Facebook group, so you’re always in the know on all things WildSide.

Email and Facebook are our main communication hubs, so please...
-- Watch your email closely
-- Join our official WildSide Facebook group:
-- https://www.facebook.com/groups/VWS4LIFE/

This is where we’ll be sharing important updates, insider info, and all the buzz leading up to the Soirée #20. Stay connected, stay informed, and get ready to walk on the WildSide!

HOSTED EVENTS
So what is a Hosted Event? Good question!

Hosted Events are your chance to step into the VWS spotlight and be part of the WildSide organizing magic and reconnect with the intimate, close-knit spirit that defined our earliest days.

20 years ago when we started all this, we’d roll through Vegas in groups of 20–30, sharing dinners, limos, clubs, and all kinds of shenanigans. Those smaller adventures created amazing bonds, unforgettable moments and the feeling that we are all in this together.

As our little Soirée has grown into the gorgeous monster it is today, it’s become harder to keep that same tight-knit feel. Hosted Events bring it back. Think concerts. Shows. Shopping excursions. Exotic car racing. Hidden gems. Anything that sparks excitement. Hosted Events create smaller more personal experiences that make it easier to connect, explore, and experience Vegas in ways a crowd of nearly 300 simply can’t.

Here’s the fun part:
If your idea fits our schedule and vision YOU take the lead, planning an outing; while we promote it on the official VWS itinerary. It’s your vision, your vibe, with full WildSide support.

Yeah, it’s amazing when we all come together; but don’t be afraid to break off, go smaller, and discover places that only intimate groups can access. That’s where many memorable WildSide moments are made. Got an idea for a Hosted Event?
We’d love to hear it! Drop us a line at and let’s make something amazing happen together.

DISCORD IS OUR METHOD OF COMMUNICATION WHEN WE ARE ON THE GROUND IN VEGAS

Thanks to the amazing work of our friend and VWS organizer Heather Delishe, we have our very own WildSide Discord server; your go-to real-time bulletin board for everything VWS.

What’s Discord?
Discord (https://discord.com) is a free, easy-to-use communication platform where communities connect through text, voice, and video chat. Think of it as a live, always-on WildSide hangout. Looking for someone to grab lunch or go shopping with? Have a quick question about an event? Want to connect with other WildSiders right now? Discord can make it happen quickly.

There’s absolutely no obligation to use it but once you try it, we think you'll agree it's pretty handy. It’s simple, helpful, and a fantastic way to stay connected before and during the Soirée. We highly encourage you to check it out and jump in if it feels right for you!

BIG SIS/LIL SIS PROGRAM AND FIRST TIME ATTENDEES?
We are absolutely thrilled to welcome you to our 20th Sin City Soirée! If you’ve danced with us before, you already know the magic. But if this is your first time; WELCOME HOME. Our Soirée is more than an event; it’s a safe. welcoming, judgement-free zone where you are encouraged to show up as your most authentic self. With over 200 trans folx from around the world, representing every point along the gender journey, WildSide is a powerful place to find support, inspiration, connection, and empowerment.

New to WildSide? We’ve got you.
If this is your first Soirée and you’d like a little extra guidance, we invite you to join our Big Sis / Lil Sis program. Our experienced WildSide veterans are happy to answer your questions, calm your nerves, and help you arrive feeling confident, prepared, and ready to fully enjoy the experience. Just let us know when you register and get ready to be part of something truly special. Drop us a line at for more info.

IN CLOSING, WE RECOMMEND THESE SIMPLE RULES OF SOIRÉE...

-- Come with an open mind

-- Come ready to push your personal envelope as far as you feel is right for you

-- Come ready to make a lot of new friends

-- Come ready to have the time of your life

- - Come ready to take a ride on the WildSide!

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