Stay in the Loop with this week’s LGBT happenings in Western New York presented by Loop Magazine! 

 FRIDAY JULY 1 
Mr. & Miss Firecracker Pageant
8-11PM at Club Marcella, 622 Main St.

Ben Stein and Carmella Monet Monroe step down from the title when new contestants compete for the crown in four categories: creative red, white and blue; formal evening wear; on-state patriotic question and talent. Doors open at 7 p.m. Cover: $5.

 FRIDAY JULY 1 
Magnolia Amore’s Big Lesbian Pajama Party
10PM-2AM at Underground Niteclub, 274 Delaware Ave.

Put on your pajamas and get ready to party! A prize goes to whoever wears the sexiest pair. Drag and burlesque show, with new additions to the cast.

 SATURDAY JULY 2 
Imperial Court Investiture
8-11PM at Club Marcella, 622 Main St.

Join the Court for the official crowning ceremony of Regent Empress to Reign 26 CoCo LaTique. The royal family is crowned and the emperor and empress bestow titles upon members are friends. Doors open at 7 p.m.

 SATURDAY JULY 2 
Leather Night
10PM-2AM at Underground Niteclub, 274 Delaware Ave.

Everyone don their favorite skins for this party, hosted by the Buffalo Bulldogs after their monthly group meeting. This month’s theme: A Hot Summer Night.

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