High Heel Drag Race To Hit The Streets Of New Hope For Halloween

NEW HOPE, PA — If you love ghosts, ghouls, and goblins, you will love them even more in high heels and glitter!

The public is invited to join New Hope Celebrates as it kicks off its 18th Annual High Heel Drag Race on Sunday, October 30 at 3 p.m. on W. Mechanic Street in New Hope. A long-standing tradition and highlight of the fall season in New Hope, this year’s theme is "All that Glitters Are Ghouls - Bewitching beauties who sparkle, shine and know how to have a scary good time!"

Hosted by New Hope’s very own Miss Pumpkin, race participants will be dressed in costumes and wear three-inch or taller high heels. Runners will carry a pumpkin up the hill on W. Mechanic Street, decorate the pumpkin and race back down the hill. This is an all-inclusive event, representing New Hope’s diversity and acceptance of all.

“We are so excited for our 18th year of the High Heel Drag Race, and I cannot wait to see all the drag, heels, pumpkins, and glitter!” said Melissa Patterson, President of New Hope Celebrates. She added, “This event is one of my favorites of the year and we can’t wait to bring the community together for it!”

There is a $25 non-refundable registration fee required in advance and limited to the first 15 people. All participants should arrive at 2:30 p.m. to check in. All proceeds go to New Hope Celebrates. The event will be held rain or shine. Immediately after, a High Heel Drag Race After Party will be held at Havana New Hope at 105 S Main Street.

For more on New Hope’s High Heel Drag Race and to register go to www.newhopecelebrates.com/high-heel-drag-race/

A sparkling Halloween spectacular whether you participate or not, this is not to be missed!

New Hope Celebrates (NHC) is a 501c3 nonprofit organization focused on highlighting the history and cultural nuances of New Hope and Lambertville, N.J., while stimulating the retail, hospitality, and professional community. NHC is comprised of a Board of Directors that drives activities and events that serve the diverse LGBTQ+ populace through the creation and promotion of marketing opportunities, educational activities, and cultural events. One such event is the annual, week-long Pride celebration held in May.

Since 2003, NHC has organized events that recognize the strong LGBTQ+ presence in the New Hope area and celebrated the history and culture of our scenic river towns. Funding generated through New Hope Celebrates events is channeled back into our community to support our neighbors in collaborative business and cultural initiatives that make New Hope a great place for residents and visitors alike.