Outoberfest
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OUToberfest is a gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transsexual (LGBT) festival held annually during October in Mississippi. It was started in 2005 for several reasons including:
- a failure of Mississippi Pride organizers in 2004.
- an anti-gay constitutional amendment defining marriage in Mississippi.
- a need for positive and non-political LGBT awareness in Mississippi.
- a need for a stronger, more organized LGBT community in Mississippi.
OUToberfest was initially conceptualized by Knol Aust and Jenni Smith. Unity Mississippi is the official organizer of the event.
The festival generally features workshops, film screenings, internationally-known musicians and speakers, arts, and outdoor events.
OUToberfest 2006 Entertainers:
God-des & She, Eric Himan, Garrison Starr, Katastrophe, The Anna Byars Band, Dr. Madelyn Hatter, and the MissiHippy Dancers. The main event was hosted by Mindy Dawn Friedman.
OUToberfest 2005 Entertainers:
Bitch, Eric Himan, Jade Esteban Estrada, Pandora Scooter, The Anna Byars Band, Emily White, Richard Cortez, Dr. Madelyn Hatter, and the MissiHIPPY Dancers. The main event was hosted by Sklya Dawn Luckey.
Official OUToberfest Website
Official Unity Mississippi Website
