"One of the most boisterous parties of the year," - SF Chronicle

"The Manliest Competition In The World" - The Advocate

"The Annual Drag King Contest is a highlight of nighttime fun, as it pokes fun at stereotypes of masculinity with a wild wicked edge." - Bay Area Reporter

"Prepare to be amazed by the variety, astounded by the veracity, and properly impressed by the figurative and literal balls on display." - SF Guardian

"Sexy, campy, dragalicious, professionally executed and full of talent." - SF Bay Times

The 22nd Annual SF Drag King Contest Celebrates "Summer of Glove" with MC's Sister Roma & Fudgie Frottage plus Special Guest Landon Cider, Star of SoCal's Drag King Explosion and the King who was banned by RPDR.

Come strut your stuff at this swashbuckling night filled with Leather Daddies, Hippie Dandies Mid-Century Mods, Tops, Bottoms, Sides with Sideburns, and Psychedelic Skirts.

Whether Groovy, Grungy, or Gone...be sure to wear a flower in your hair or a glove on your fist.

Judges: Leigh Crow, Arty Fishal, Kitten on the Keys, and Clammy Faye.

Starring: Max Manchester, SF Drag King 2016, Madd Dogg 20/20, Momma's Boyz, Klingon Vanna White, Rebel Kings of Oakland, Mason Dixon Jars, GenderQueer Society and more!

Most of all, The Drag King Contest would not be complete without the Contestants. This year we will be adding a lipsynch for your life segment to the show so that more Kings can participate. There are 2 more slots available in the show itself, if you would like to compete for one of these slots please fill out this form no later than August 15th.

DJs SIMONE and DAVIDE (D.I.E.) and Junkyard.

60's and Fetish Attire encouraged.

A Benefit for PAWS (Pets Are Wonderful Support)

The SF Drag King Contest once again is a benefit for the beloved SF organization PAWS (Pets Are Wonderful Support www.pawssf.org). Partial proceeds will be donated to the volunteer-based organization that provides for the comprehensive needs of companion animals for low-income persons with HIV/AIDS and other disabling illnesses.

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