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There is a
group of events which are alternative in nature, and include various
expressions of sexuality, but which fall outside traditional categories
of party. Although they share many charactertistics with a swingers
party, they are more social in nature; you might say that they're sexy
parties, but not sex parties. They may have some or all of the
following characteristics:
- they require erotic and/or fancy dress. As a general rule, street wear is not appropriate,
- they take
place in non-private venues, such as nightclubs,- they require erotic and/or fancy dress. As a general rule, street wear is not appropriate,
- they are held on an infrequent basis (quarterly at most),
- single guys are not admitted,
- they
attract larger numbers of people than would fit in a house party, and
- they may or may not include/allow various adult activities such as stage shows and/or play on the premises.
- they may or may not include/allow various adult activities such as stage shows and/or play on the premises.
Such events
can be a [relatively]
high-profile part of the alternative-lifestyle scene; many more people
in the community would have heard of the Hookers & Deviates Ball
than of, say, Club Gemini. They are generally also somewhat
commercialised.
| Event |
Location |
Frequency |
Notes |
| Hookers and
Deviates Ball |
inner
Melbourne |
I haven't yet been, but am planning to go. |
|
| Saint and
Sinners Ball |
inner
Melbourne |
quarterly |
"Saints & Sinners Ball is an erotic event where like-minded couples party, dance and play. This is a 'no holds barred' extravaganza of adult fun mixed with erotic costumes in an electric atmosphere. Saints & Sinners Ball attracts broadminded adults, exhibitionists, people looking for adult fun in comfortable and safe surroundings. Guests are mostly adventurous couples adding spice and excitement to their relationships." |
| [witheld; the organisers clearly wish this to be an
invitation-only event. It is mentioned for completeness] |
eastern suburbs, Melbourne |
quarterly? ad hoc? |
Invitation-only, themed, no single guys. |
| Sleaze Ball |
Sydney | Saturday
30 September, 2006 |
A
Mardi Gras event held on the NSW October long weekend (whatever that
is). I have no idea whether this is in fact an erotic event or not; I
assume so from its name, but I'm not really sure, to be honest. |
| Sensual Ball |
Sydney |
This site deals with the nuts and bolts of alternative sexual activities. It does not really deal with emotional aspects. People considering engaging in partner-swapping activities should consider carefully the emotional consequences of seeing their partner having sex with a stranger.
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