Thursday, April 15, 2010

Get ready for the first annual Colorado LGBT Sportsfest

The First Annual Colorado LGBT Sportsfest will take place at Denver’s Cook Park on June 5-6 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

“All are invited to attend this day in the park, whether or not you want to participate or try a new sport," said festival producer R. Tony Smith. “We are also encouraging other sports and social organizations not yet signed up to contact us and get involved, whether or not you already have activities that weekend. Our hope is to let all of Colorado know about the abundant, vibrant, and diverse sporting and social opportunities in the LGBT community.”

Participating groups will include Colorado Gay Volleyball Association, Colorado Volleyball Connection, Denver Area Tennis Enthusiasts, Denver Frontrunners, Denver Gay & Lesbian Flag Football, Denver Wildfire Rugby, OUT Spokin’, and many others.

The official kick-off party for the Colorado LGBT Sportsfest will take place Friday, June 4 from 7-10 p.m. at JR's.