Question 1

How to arrive?

Accepted Answer

605 W 48th St. (btw 11th/ 12th Avenues). Car services can drop off in front of the venue. Check maps for parking. Closest subway at 50th St. (C,E,N,R,W & 1 trains). There is a single line for ticket holders and another for Will Call/ Box Office to purchase. No liquids of any kind are allowed.

Question 2

Is there a coat check?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Guests will be charged one price per hangar (not per item) which includes mandatory phone check. Bags can be checked separately.  Phones must be checked before entering the party space with no exemptions. Neither Saint at Large, Inc. nor the venue will be held liable for lost or stolen items.

Question 3

Will there be on-site medical services?

Accepted Answer

The event is staffed with EMTs and Medics for the length of the party. The NY Department of Health and other community organizations will be on-site providing harm reduction items such as Narcan and Drug Testing kits.

Question 4

Is the Black Party considered a LGBTQ safe space?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Saint At Large goes to great expense to create a safe environment for revelers to experience uninhibited fun. In addition to gay-friendly bonded security, SAL employs a full staff of its own security team wearing red bracelets and identifying STAFF shirts to help with any situation.

Question 5

Will I be in any personal danger?

Accepted Answer

Black Party prioritizes affirmative and continuous consent. All parties involved should actively and enthusiastically agree to participate in any activity. Silence or lack of resistance is not interpreted as consent which can be withdrawn at any time. SAL Security are posted nearby for help.

Question 6

What is meant by Strange Live Acts?

Accepted Answer

The party's signature “Strange Live Acts” are meant to enhance and elevate the theatrical elements of the party. All stunts and situations are coordinated and overseen by a team of  professionals featuring performers who are experienced and supervised.

Question 7

What is meant by Dress: Heavy?

Accepted Answer

A holdover term from the traditional full leather gear worn at the early Black Parties. Today's more popular fetish fashions dictate a less strict interpretation with party-goers wearing anything that signals their most daring, kinky selves.

Question 8

Are there any guides for first timers?

Accepted Answer

How Not To Make An Ass Out Of Yourself At The Black Party: https://www.timeout.com/newyork/gay-lesbian/the-black-party-how-not-to-make-an-ass-of-yourself

Question 9

It's a long party, Will there be anything to eat?

Accepted Answer

Saint At Large provides complementary coffee, cookies, and fruit to help you sustain your energy.

Question 10

It's a long party, can I leave and return?

Accepted Answer

There will be In/ Out Re-entry wristbands available at coat check for $10 cash or card that allow guests to leave and return.

Question 11

Is there a host hotel?

Accepted Answer

There are a limited number of rooms available at INK 48 Hotel, just steps from the venue, that offer a discount rate and late checkout. The link to this block of rooms can be found at www.saintatlarge.com.

Question 12

Where can I ask other questions?

Accepted Answer

Please email us at thesaint@saintatlarge.com.

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