NEW CITY! NEW HOTEL! NEW WATER PARK!
We are thrilled to celebrate of the 15 year anniversary of the inclusive party for the LGBT+ community.
The event will take place June 1-5, 2023, at the Tuscany Suites & Casino in fabulous Las Vegas, NV!
For Tidal Wave 15, we will have 3 tiers (Gold, Silver, and Bronze) that offer multiple options for everyone’s level of enjoyment.
Located just minutes away from all of the excitement of the glittering Las Vegas Strip, this all-suite hotel is proud to provide you with a fun-filled weekend with your closest friends! In order to book a room at the host hotel, a Tidal Wave Weekend Party pass and 4-night minimum stay are required.
Tsunami, a 4-hour private event at the gay owned/operated Cowabunga Canyon Waterpark, will be part of the Friday nights line-up. *Included in Gold & Silver Tickets
Sing your way through Tidal Wave Party Weekend with Bearaoke!
Win big with Dirty Bingo and put on your thinking caps to test your knowledge with Tidal Wave Trivia hosted by Derek Combs.
Tidal Wave Party’s market has expanded, and our vendors are excited to offer you a variety of goods and merchandise.
We are honored to welcome back Ginger Minj and Crew in the Fruit Wine production of the Golden Gals Live! The crew is ready to bring all the laughs (and cheesecake) for a fun-filled evening! *Included in Gold Ticket
Start your Sunday off right with the Ohana Brunch Buffet featuring a bountiful variety of tropical delights! *Included in Gold Ticket
We look forward to seeing everyone in Las Vegas,creating new memories, and expanding Tidal Wave’s Ohana.
All admission tickets and optional events will be done through EventBrite
!! TSUNAMI will go on rain or shine !!
TSUNAMI WATERPARK
- Private water park event at Cowabunga Canyon on Friday 6/2/23.
- This event is included in Silver and Gold Ticket
OHANA BUFFET
- Admission to Ohana Buffet (Sunday)
- This event is included in the Gold Ticket
DAILY POOL PARTY PASS
- Access to pool parties, bearaoke, and trivia at Tuscany Suites & Casino for 1 day (valid only for requested date)
TIDAL WAVE PARTY VENDOR
- We’ve got TONS of space for vendors! Each vendor can have up to 4 tables!!
GET READY TO GET WET!!
Featuring 25 slides and attractions, including a 60-foot freefall on Canyon Cliffs, sprawling lazy river, and giant wave pool, there are no more exciting ways to beat the Las Vegas heat. Tsunami is included with both Silver and Gold passes and includes transportation to and from the event. Please check out the FAQ for any and all questions.
Cowabunga Canyon is a gay owned and operated business!
For more information check out their site at www.cowabungavegas.com
GOLDEN GALS LIVE!
Your favorite Miami residents, with a drag twist! The Golden Gals Live features Ginger Minj and crew as they recreate three original Golden Girls episodes. Audience members may recognize Ginger Minj from her successful run on season seven, “RuPaul’s Drag Race” and “RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars” season two.
Golden Gals Live! is included in the Gold pass.
Tidal Wave Party is a proud promoter of The Bears on Deck Cruise leaving from Tampa 3.18.23. They have an amazing entertainment line up for their exclusive private parties including Ginger Minj from RPDR Season 7, and Miami’s own DJ Alex Ferbeyre. Select promoter code TIDALWAVE for $50.00 off your event fee. CLICK HERE TO GET MORE INFORMATION AND REGISTER FOR THE BEARS ON DECK CRUISE
Subject to change. Events will take place weather permitting.
THURSDAY, JUNE 1st, 2023
11am-12am Registration
12pm – 3pm Hospitality Suite (Gold Ticket Holders)
1pm – 3pm Hospitality Suite (Silver Ticket Holders)
2pm-6pm Vendor Fair
2pm-6pm Afternoon Pool Party
4pm-5pm Tidal Wave 101
7pm-8pm Opening Ceremony (Hula Show – Poolside)
8pm-10pm Trivia
8pm-11pm Bearaoke
8pm – 11pm Hospitality Suite (Gold Ticket Holders)
9pm – 11pm Hospitality Suite (Silver Ticket Holders)
9pm-2am Evening Pool Party
FRIDAY, JUNE 2nd, 2023
10am-7pm Registration
10am-6pm Vendor Fair
11am-3pm Morning Pool Party
12pm – 3pm Hospitality Suite (Gold Ticket Holders)
1pm – 3pm Hospitality Suite (Silver Ticket Holders)
3pm-7pm Afternoon Pool Party
6:30pm-12am Transportation to Tsunami
7pm-11am Tsunami @ Cowabunga Canyon
8pm-11pm Bearaoke
8pm – 11pm Hospitality Suite (Gold Ticket Holders)
9pm – 11pm Hospitality Suite (Silver Ticket Holders)
10pm-2am Evening Pool Party
HIV TESTING (TBD)
SATURDAY, JUNE 3rd, 2023
10am-7pm Registration
10am-6pm Vendor Fair
11am-3pm Morning Pool Party
12pm – 3pm Hospitality Suite (Gold Ticket Holders)
1pm – 3pm Hospitality Suite (Silver Ticket Holders)
2pm-4pm BINGO
3pm-7pm Afternoon Pool Party
7pm-8pm Lineup for Golden Gals Live!
8pm-10pm Golden Gals Live!
8pm-2am Evening Pool Party
1030pm-2am Fetish Dance
8pm – 11pm Hospitality Suite (Gold Ticket Holders)
9pm – 11pm Hospitality Suite (Silver Ticket Holders)
HIV TESTING (TBD)
SUNDAY , JUNE 4th, 2023
10am-2pm Registration
10am-2pm Vendor Fair
10am-2pm Friends of Bill W
10am-1130am OHANA Brunch (Gold Ticket Holders)
11am-3pm Morning Pool Party
12pm – 3pm Hospitality Suite (Gold Ticket Holders)
1pm – 3pm Hospitality Suite (Silver Ticket Holders)
3pm-7pm Afternoon Pool Party
8pm-2am Closing Pool Party
8pm – 11pm Hospitality Suite (Gold Ticket Holders)
9pm – 11pm Hospitality Suite (Silver Ticket Holders)
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Subject to change. Events will take place weather permitting.
THURSDAY, JUNE 1st, 2023
11am-12am Registration
12pm – 3pm Hospitality Suite (Gold Ticket Holders)
1pm – 3pm Hospitality Suite (Silver Ticket Holders)
2pm-6pm Vendor Fair
2pm-6pm Afternoon Pool Party
4pm-5pm Tidal Wave 101
7pm-8pm Opening Ceremony (Hula Show – Poolside)
8pm-10pm Trivia
8pm-11pm Bearaoke
8pm – 11pm Hospitality Suite (Gold Ticket Holders)
9pm – 11pm Hospitality Suite (Silver Ticket Holders)
9pm-2am Evening Pool Party
FRIDAY, JUNE 2nd, 2023
10am-7pm Registration
10am-6pm Vendor Fair
11am-3pm Morning Pool Party
12pm – 3pm Hospitality Suite (Gold Ticket Holders)
1pm – 3pm Hospitality Suite (Silver Ticket Holders)
3pm-7pm Afternoon Pool Party
6:30pm-12am Transportation to Tsunami
7pm-11am Tsunami @ Cowabunga Canyon
8pm-11pm Bearaoke
8pm – 11pm Hospitality Suite (Gold Ticket Holders)
9pm – 11pm Hospitality Suite (Silver Ticket Holders)
10pm-2am Evening Pool Party
HIV TESTING (TBD)
SATURDAY, JUNE 3rd, 2023
10am-7pm Registration
10am-6pm Vendor Fair
11am-3pm Morning Pool Party
12pm – 3pm Hospitality Suite (Gold Ticket Holders)
1pm – 3pm Hospitality Suite (Silver Ticket Holders)
2pm-4pm BINGO
3pm-7pm Afternoon Pool Party
7pm-8pm Lineup for Golden Gals Live!
8pm-10pm Golden Gals Live!
8pm-2am Evening Pool Party
1030pm-2am Fetish Dance
8pm – 11pm Hospitality Suite (Gold Ticket Holders)
9pm – 11pm Hospitality Suite (Silver Ticket Holders)
HIV TESTING (TBD)
SUNDAY , JUNE 4th, 2023
10am-2pm Registration
10am-2pm Vendor Fair
10am-2pm Friends of Bill W
10am-1130am OHANA Brunch (Gold Ticket Holders)
11am-3pm Morning Pool Party
12pm – 3pm Hospitality Suite (Gold Ticket Holders)
1pm – 3pm Hospitality Suite (Silver Ticket Holders)
3pm-7pm Afternoon Pool Party
8pm-2am Closing Pool Party
8pm – 11pm Hospitality Suite (Gold Ticket Holders)
9pm – 11pm Hospitality Suite (Silver Ticket Holders)
TIDAL WAVE COVID FAQ
YES! We are requiring only ONE of the following:
- Proof of full vaccination (Administered Minimum 14 days prior to the event)
- Proof of a negative COVID-19 test result administered within 72 hours of the event
Failure to provide either of these two documents, will result in non-admittance to Tidal Wave Party and forfeiture of paid event pass and paid hotel deposits. Proof is required of all COVID-19 vaccinations and/or negative test results in either hard copy or digital format with your name and administration dates legible. NO EXEMPTIONS!
For those of you traveling from outside of the United States, the same test results required for entry to the USA can be used if it is within the 72-hour period as stated in prior question.
There are currently no quarantine restrictions or requirements in Nevada as of 09/03/2021. You will need to be fully vaccinated and/or tested, with proof of negative test results prior to arrival per CDC guidelines. Please refer to your airline and/or the CDC guidelines above for more specific information regarding your travel and requirements
At this time, masks are not required in Las Vegas. However, the CDC and other Health Departments currently recommend that masks be worn by anyone attending a large gathering with limited social distancing. Tidal Wave will continue to monitor guidance and recommendations from the CDC and local legislation. Please bring a mask(s) in case they are required.
Those who have tested positive are able to have their tickets rolled over to the following year at no charge. Please send an email to info@tidalwaveparty.com to advise us of this status. We will require a positive Covid-19 test result to be provided. We will work with these guests (to the best of our ability) on their weekend party passes and with the Tuscany Suites & Casino on a case-by-case basis.
TIDAL WAVE HOTEL FAQ
Only catered food and beverages are allowed in the pool area.
A hotel buyout requires a percentage of occupancy per night. If we do not meet this minimum, the remainder of the rooms will be open to the public including the pool areas, restaurants, bars.
There is a minimum 4 day booking to stay in the Host Hotel that must include: Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday nights
Once you complete your Tidal Wave ticket purchase (Gold, Silver, or Bronze) you will receive an email with the Tuscany Suites and Casino booking link. Please choose # of guests, your room type, fill in name on reservation, Credit Card information and submit.
Each person occupying your room MUST purchase a Tidal Wave 15: Ohana ticket. Failure to comply will forfeit your Tidal Wave ticket with no refund and forfeit your room reservation.
If your desired room type is no longer available, it will not be offered.
The hotel will start a rooming waitlist and fill those requests in order of request received.
TIDAL WAVE PARTY CANCELLATION:
All run pass refund requests must be submitted in writing to, info@tidalwaveparty.com with the subject line reading “Refund request”. All refunds will be responded to within 5 business days. Pass refunds are available up to 45 days prior to the event start date. Tidal Wave ticket refunds will be issued to the CC used. Tidal Wave Refunds are available until April 17, 2023 and are subject to $20 cancellation fee. The Eventbrite service (2% + $0.79 per ticket) and payment processing fee (2.5% per order) are NON-REFUNDABLE.
TUSCANY SUITES & CASINO CANCELLATION:
We understand things come up and people need to cancel. Cancellations Must be made 72 hours prior to June 1, 2023, will be honored and a full refund issued. Any cancellations after the 72-hour cancellation cuff-off, will be charged a one-night stay.
One night stay will be charged upon booking your room reservation. Each individual is required to provide a major credit card for the first night’s room and tax deposit which will be charged to guarantee accommodations. Reservations requests received after the May1, 2023 cut off will be confirmed on a space available basis. The remainder of the room night accommodations will be charged upon check in.
*A 4-night minimum stay is required and must include Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday*
No, this must be done through the booking link ONCE your Gold, Silver or Bronze ticket has been purchased. We will audit Eventbrite and rooming list and those reservations not in compliance will be cancelled and no refunds issued.
We asked a hotel manager this very same question, below is the Answer.
Hi Danny,
You are correct that the rates the weekend prior to Tidal Wave are lower, there are several factors that play into this:
Demand – The Tidal Wave event falls over a weekend with high demand in the area which increases the rates, this is why throughout the year you will see different pricing from day to day and week to week
Flow Through – Pre and Post days of Tidal Wave are difficult days for the hotel to sell rooms since the hotel is not able to offer stays that overlap with the Tidal Wave event
Area Hotels – In looking at the other hotels in the area with similar events we are offering competitive rates. In addition we do not enforce policies such as mandatory valet.
Packages – We do not offer packages during special events such as Tidal Wave, our parking team requires extra staffing and longer hours which prevents us from discounting parking.
Staffing/Additional Cost – An event such as Tidal Wave does require additional staffing for all departments, more than any other event throughout the year. Things that we offer such as the poolside bar and grill concessions are at no additional cost to Tidal Wave and the hotel breaks even on these.
TIDAL WAVE TSUNAMI FAQ
All single rider slides are limited to 300lbs. Dual riders are limited to 450 combined. There are no limits for the wave pool and lazy river.
The party will go on Rain or Shine, no refunds will be offered after April 17th, 2023
No, since it is a private party, Cowabunga Canyon does not honor it all day.
Yes (schedule TBD)
No, since Tsunami is a private event, your annual pass is not available to use.
Yes but it fills up fast!