AFAN Celebrates 40 Years at Annual Black & White Party at Palms Casino Resort on Sept. 14
The hottest event of the year, Aid for AIDS of Nevada’s (AFAN) 38th annual Black & White Party, presented in partnership with Clark County’s Love! Live!
Undetectable Equals Untransmittable campaign (U=U), makes its return to KAOS Nightclub inside Palms Casino Resort on Saturday, Sept. 14 from 7 p.m. to 12 a.m.
Guests will enjoy an evening filled with entertainment, food and beverage pop-ups, immersive photo opportunities, black and white fashions, and a few naughty surprises. Proceeds from the Black & White Party will provide support and advocacy for adults and children living with and affected by HIV/AIDS in Southern Nevada.
“Celebrating 40 years of service, AFAN is proud to have provided unwavering support and advocacy for those affected by HIV/AIDS in Southern Nevada. This milestone marks our continued commitment to the community,” said Antioco Carrillo, AFAN’s executive director. “The Black & White Party is more than just a fundraiser; it’s a celebration of our community’s resilience and generosity.”
Estevan Velasco and Norma Llyaman will host the event, kicking off an unforgettable night with performances and appearances by cast members from “Beyond Brunch,” Chippendales, “Exxcite The Show,” Harrison Barnes, Skye Dee Miles, and Gipsy and Piranha Nightclub. Friends and supporters of AFAN, Penn & Teller, will also be there to toast to AFAN’s anniversary.
Closing out the evening is singer and songwriter VINCINT, best known as a finalist on the first season of singing competition “The Four.” Since the release of his debut EP, “The Feeling” in February 2020, VINCINT’s career has catapulted to new heights. In 2022 alone he completed his first North America headline tour, opened for MAX on his tour, made his Coachella debut, collaborated with Kesha and performed to over 40,000 fans across the country.
Guests can indulge in cuisine and cocktails by the pool, with tastings provided by some of the best restaurants in town, including Mabel’s BBQ, Scotch 80 Prime, Send Noodles, Taco Bell, Tim Ho Wan, Vetri Cucina, Badass Coffee, Tito’s Vodka, and RhondaRita.
Before the main event, AFAN will host an exclusive VIP reception from 7-8 p.m. for VIP, VIP+ ticket holders, and table ticket holders. This special reception offers early access tastings and exclusive entertainment, and a welcome toast.
General admission will be held from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. and festivities will continue at the official Black & White afterparty hosted at Gipsy and Piranha Nightclub. For more information about the event, including a full list of programming, silent auction details, and to purchase tickets, please visitafanlv.org.
AFAN’s 38th annual Black & White Party is presented in collaboration with Clark County’s Love! Live! Undetectable Equals Untransmittable campaign (U=U), underscoring the importance of awareness and accessible resources in the fight against HIV/AIDS. To explore U=U and access local resources, please visit uequalsulas.com.
About AFAN Aid for AIDS of Nevada (AFAN) was founded in 1984 and is the oldest and largest AIDS service organization in the state of Nevada. 2024 marks AFAN’s 40th anniversary of practicing its unyielding commitment to the community by providing unparalleled health expertise, support and advocacy for adults and children living with and affected by HIV/AIDS in southern Nevada.
Over the years, AFAN has created various programs that offer consistent and comprehensive assistance including HIV testing, medical case management, medical transportation, housing assistance, medication referral, food programs, prevention and education and community outreach. As part of AFAN’s mission, these client service programs assist in enhancing the physical health and psychosocial wellness of the individuals they serve, while promoting dignity and improving the quality of their lives.
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