Gay Twin Cities' party boasts the distinction of being the biggest Pride party of the past three years. With New York-based DJ Hector Fonseca and local DJs Shiek and SoKo, plus performances by the all-male Blue Phoenix Circus Troupe on Epic's massive rooftop patio.

The megamall of dance clubs boasts three dance floors, eight bars, drag shows and male strippers -- but during Pride, it's all about its signature Foam Party. The concept is simple: a scantily clad crowd, dance music and a whole lot of foam. (9 p.m. Fri. $5-$10. 18-plus. Gay 90's)

Thom Pham's throws an all-day geisha-themed party Sunday, with an all-you-can-eat dim sum brunch with DJ SoKo, prime parade viewing and drink specials, followed by a Tea Dance spun by DJs Logan Spencer (1:30 p.m.), Shiek (6 p.m.) and Jonathan Ackerman (10 p.m.). (10 a.m. Sun.-2 a.m. Mon. Free; $20 for brunch. All ages. Thom Pham's Wondrous Azian Kitchen)

Minneapolis' premier leather bar, the Eagle, celebrates men in uniform with its Black and Blue Uniform Ball in its Bolt Underground (9 p.m. Fri). Bear Bar Night starts at 7 p.m. Saturday. Friday and Saturday, the club hosts a tented party beginning at 4 p.m. And it hosts its all-you-can-drink $10 Beer Bust from 4 to 8 p.m. Sunday.

Friday night's "Family" at the Euro-styled gay bar features regular DJs JR and Punchy, while Saturday night's "Gaywatch" 10th-anniversary celebration with DJs Bryan Gerrard and JR looks to be wilder. (9 p.m. Fri. & Sat. Free. 21-plus. Jetset)

Always the biggest draw during Pride weekend. Musical guests for Pride in Concert (5:30 p.m. Sat., $10-$15) include Deborah "Debbie" Gibson, Kaci Battaglia and Boogie Wonderland. (Festival 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sun., Loring Park, Mpls. Ashley Rukes GLBT Pride Parade, 11 a.m. Sun., Hennepin Avenue S. in downtown Mpls.)

Former "American Idol" contestant Julissa Veloz performs live with DJ Seth Cooper on Friday, while Saturday night's dance party is spun by DJs Rich B and Shiek. Sunday features live music from national acts including bisexual rapper Cazwell (of the viral hit "Ice Cream Truck") and dance-music singer Kristine W. (5 p.m. Fri.-Sun. $15-$20 daily, $30 for weekend pass. 18-plus. Lush Food Bar)

Starring '90s girl group Exposé, Detroit's DJ David B, local rockers Far From Falling, cover bands Orange Whip and Pop Rocks and drag queen Camille Collins, followed by an indoor dance party. (1 p.m.-3 a.m. Sun. $20-$25. 18-plus)

The swankiest way to take in Sunday's Pride parade has to be a rooftop brunch. Back for another year is "Bitch n Brunch," hosted by drag queen Bitch Flowers on Seven Sushi's rooftop, with a live set by Far From Falling's Harley Wood and DJ Shiek, gift bags, brunch and a bird's-eye view of the parade. (9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sun. $10-$30. All ages.) Meanwhile, Crave hosts "Rooftop Redemption," featuring parade commentary by "The Makeover Guy" Christopher Hopkins and drag queen Lucy Furr, music from DJ Rich B, a silent auction and brunch. (9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sun. $10-$30)

If you're tired of the corporate vibe that Pride tends to bring, this is the party for you. With live music by Two Lions, the Chord and the Fawn, Mother's Tongue, Chelsea Boys and BadNraD, performance art, film screening and art for sale. Tropical and raver dress is encouraged, with prizes for best costume. (7 p.m. Fri.-4:30 a.m. Fri. Nick and Eddie). Also at Nick & Eddie is "rppt & rnkld: rendezvous" this Sunday. The post-parade party (which stands for "ripped and wrinkled") invites men of a certain age to take an audio trip through the history of disco, mixed with indie and electronica (3 p.m. Sun., no cover).

DJ Shannon Blowtorch and burlesque performers Sweetpea and Nadine DuBois present a night of dancing and striptease with performances by Ophelia Flame, Coco Dupree, Summer Clearance and Chicago-based "pin-up boys" Stage Door Johnnies, plus the nationally acclaimed "Effing Dykes" blog author Krista Burton. (9 p.m.-2 a.m. Sat. $7. Hell's Kitchen)

The Twin Cities Gay Men's Chorus closes out its 30th anniversary season with songs from boy bands spanning the decades: from Franki Valli, the Beatles and Jackson 5 to the Backstreet Boys and Jonas Brothers. (8 p.m. Fri.-Sat. $24-$51. Ted Mann Concert Hall)

Queer performance artists join forces, including Arturo Miles, SuperGroup, Jeffry Lusiak & Tyler Jensen, Andrea Jenkins and others. (8 p.m. Thu.-Sat. $10-$12. Intermedia Arts)

Kicking off the weekend is this ladies-centric dance night with DJ Shiek. (9 p.m. Thu. Free. 18-plus. Jetset)

Monthly queer-women night Soul Friday gets amped up with DJs Shannon Blowtorch, Lady L and King Otto spinning R&B, hip-hop and house. With soul food from Eva's Kitchen, $3 select beers and $5 shots. (9 p.m. Thu., $5. Hell's Kitchen)

Twilight is considered by many to be the best queer ladies' dance night in town, pulling in bois, butches, femmes, bi-girls and queer-friendly alike. Its Pride edition moves from the Kitty Cat Klub to the larger Karma Nightclub, but expect much of the same, with Twilight resident DJs AJent Orange and Shiek working the decks. (9 p.m. Fri. $10. Karma, www.twilightgirl.com)

Queer ladies' night Booby Trap pulls out the stops with Chicago rapper Kid Sister, best known for her Kanye West-guesting single "Pro Nails." With DJs AJent Orange and BAZ, the Booby Trap Go-Go Girlz dancers and drink specials. (9 p.m. Sat. $10-$35. Epic)

The authors of "Queer Twin Cities," the first book to address the history of the GLBT population in the Twin Cities, talk about LGBT politics. (6-8 p.m. Thu. Free. Minneapolis Central Library, Pohlad Hall)

Rainbow Health Initiative's alcohol-free bowling event includes host drag queen Mrs. Pederson, karaoke, a photo booth, massage, body art, silent auction and a costume contest with prizes. (6-10:30 p.m. Fri. $5 to bowl. All ages. Memory Lanes)