Jesse Walker's 13th Annual 'Bunny Hop' Presented by SLUG Magazine
13TH ANNUAL ‘BUNNY HOP’ EASTER CHARITY DANCE PARTY, SUNDAY APRIL, 9TH TO BENEFIT ENCIRCLE AND GENDERBANDS
On Sunday, April 9th the Garage on Beck Street will host Mr. Jesse Walker’s 13th Annual ‘Bunny Hop,’ presented by SLUG Magazine. This beloved Easter Sunday celebration features an all-day buffet, prizes, and award-winning local DJs playing vinyl records from 11 AM to sunset. Guests can also hunt for eggs, enjoy surprise guest artists, and an appearance by the real Easter Bunny.
Funds raised at the Bunny Hop will benefit Encircle, and Genderbands.
Encircle is a local non-profit that operates community resource centers for LGBTQ+ youth, young adults, and their families. Encircle's mission is to “bring families and the community together to enable our LGBTQ+ youth to thrive."
Genderbands is an international non-profit based in Utah that serves the transgender, gender non-conforming, and other gender-diverse communities by helping them pay for transition-related costs. They also organize the annual Utah Trans Pride Festival which celebrates, centers, and brings visibility to our amazingly diverse transgender community.
The day-long ‘hop’, attracts a cross-section of attendees ranging in age and identity with a tradition of community engagement. Attendees can release a healthy dose of spring fever while making a positive social impact.
"The Hop is special to me and so many others because there's nothing quite like it in Utah. Beyond the top-notch music, and setting, you rarely see this many beautiful humans from different scenes in one place, cutting loose for a good cause. It's always pure magic." – Jesse Walker
Information:
Date: Sunday, April 9, 2023
Location: The Garage, 1199 Beck St, Salt Lake City, UT 84103
Event Hours: 11:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M.
Food: Lunch/Dinner buffet opens at 12 PM
Donation: $25.00 per person at the door, cash or card (First come, first serve)
A portion of the proceeds go equally to the program, therapy, and operations of Encircle homes operating in Utah, as well as help Genderbands operate in Utah and aid in transition-related costs.
About the Egg Hunt and Prizes:
Hundreds of eggs that can be found throughout the day are stuffed with candy and prizes.
Learn more about the work being done by Encircle by visiting Encircletogether.org
Learn more about Genderbands by visiting Genderbands.org and Instagram.com/genderbands
More details about the Bunny Hop and New City Movement can be found at: SLUGmag.com, and NewCityMovement.com
*Original illustration by Brett Ferrin
DJs/Schedule:
Gabriel “G#” Mitchell (11 AM-12 PM)
Woody b2b DJ Lowdown (12 AM-1 PM)
Nix Beat (1-2 PM)
Adam Michael Terry (2-3 PM)
— Welcome from Jesse / + intro to Encircle and Genderbands (3-3:10 PM)
— Performance by Benja Cuque (3:10-3:20 PM)
Chaseone2 (3:20-4:20 PM)
Sean Majors (4:20-5:20 PM)
Butterfly Boi Blues (5:20-6:20 PM)
Gabo (6:20-7:20 PM)
Chavez (7:20-8:20 PM)
Buffet Menu (Starts at Noon):
scrambled eggs
biscuits
sausage
hamburgers
potato chips
fried chicken
vegetarian pasta salad
green salad
TAKE NOTE!
We are not ticketing this year's event because the Garage did not reach capacity until late afternoon last year. This also allows us to speed up entry as well as raise more money for Encircle & Genderbands.
We know that makes planning a little harder. Do not be discouraged. Everyone who makes a concerted effort should be able to attend – if they come prepared with a little patience, some sunscreen, layers, and a hat. Check the weather.
Consider avoiding the mid-day rush (around 2-4 pm). With your help, we can make waiting in line a pleasant experience. Thank you for sticking with us, and sticking it out.
RESPECT THE VIBE
The Bunny Hop and The Garage are committed to making our Queer, Trans, & BIPOC friends feel comfortable and safe as possible. We recognize the importance of creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for everyone, regardless of their identity.
Do your part by being respectful, thoughtful, and intentional in your words and actions. You must respect people's boundaries, practice consent, and drink responsibly. If you, or someone else feels threatened, uncomfortable, or needs help, please let us or the staff know.
To our friends with disabilities or who use a wheelchair, The Garage has an East side entrance to the main bar and accessible bathrooms. The patio has a step down from there that you will need assistance with. The lower patio (gravel) is accessible by going around to the main back gate event entrance. Don't hesitate to ask the staff for help. We will do our best to accommodate you.
Together, we can create a space where everyone feels valued, respected, and safe. Let's work towards creating a community that celebrates diversity and promotes inclusivity this year, and every year.
Socials:
@slugmag, @newcitymovement, @garageonbeck, @encircleutah, @genderbands, @utahtranspride