SOLAR FLAIR AOTEAROA – Launch

☀️ SOLAR FLAIR – Toronto’s daytime disco dance party – is launching in Ōtautahi! ☀️

For four years, this monthly project by @planetfabulon has been shaking up the way people party by creating safer, more intentional, choose-your-own-adventure social spaces where wigglers and wonder-seekers can connect, create, and BOOGIE in the sunshine! Now that one of the original co-creators has packed a bag, crossed the equator, and been snatched up by the new crew at XCHC, we’re launching the first-ever international chapter of SOLAR FLAIR right here in Ōtautahi!

 

Think of the vibe as daytime at a festival meets a legendary house party. A co-created, participatory haven where you can embrace your own energy levels, soak up some sunlight through XCHC’s many windows, and still make it home in time  for a right proper sleep! Whether you want to sweat it out to some fabulously funky beats, engage with local interactive artists, check out the activities, or just find a quiet couch to chat with mates, there is a space here for you rooted in care, curiosity, and joy.

 

Because we want everyone to experience the magic, the first half is all-ages (with 1:1 active guardianship), then we shimmy into 18+ as the sun goes down, and ease back out into the world (no lights-on, get-out vibes here). In-and-outs are welcome all day and you can even bring your own snacks! Think of this as your space, your home, your place to play, lounge, breath, and be. There’s no right way to show up — just come as you are.

 

💖 OUR VALUES 💖

Solar Flair is an inclusive space for self-expression and exploration. We look out for each other here. That means respecting boundaries, practicing enthusiastic consent, and making sure our queer, FLINTA, and BIPOC communities feel entirely safe and welcome, newcomers and veterans alike. If you see someone needing a hand, or if you need a breather, our family has your back.

Read more about our mission: planetfabulon.online/values

 

👀 WHAT TO EXPECT 👀

Funky choons from your fave local and not-so-local infectious disco and grooviest haus DJs from 3pm till 9pm making that sunny dancefloor THUMP. Then we take it down a notch til 9:30pm to help you transition out.

 

Interactive art walls, live painters, facilitated and self-guided activities, arts and crafts, games, flow artists, and more will be at every event so you can do stuff other than just be on your feet! These will ebb and flow across the event so show up for the whole time to make the most of what’s in store. We will have new offerings every month to keep things fresh! Reach out if you wanna do a thang… this is YOUR place to create, too!

 

There’s also a low stim space open for the whole event with squishies, fidgets, and calming visuals tucked away in a quieter corner for both our neurospicy sparkle-chasers and those just wanting a breather! Feel free to bring your own headphones and accommodations, or reach out to our supportive team to check in.

 

👗 WHAT TO WEAR 👕

Solar Flair encourages folks to “dress as fabulously as you feel”…But if you feel like embracing those daytime vibes, show us your SUNNIEST FLAIR!

This is the place for whatever makes you feel light and bright! And as this space is for chilling as much as chatting, dreaming as much as dancing, cozy and comfortable is also welcome!

 

🥳 MONTHLY? DOES THAT MEAN… 🥳

Yes! Is it your birthday this month?? Then hit us up for an entirely FREE ticket!

 

💡GOOD TO KNOWS 💡

 

🧸 KID-FRIENDLY HOURS

Kids are welcome from 3–6 PM, with transition time until 6:30 to help you pry the kids off the dancefloor. You’ll get in/out privileges if you need to do a handoff and return for more boogie.

 

♿️ ACCESSIBILITY

Fully accessible and located on the ground level.

 

🌿 OUTDOOR SPACE

There’s a small private alley beside the building if you need a cool-down, fresh air, or a smoke break.

 

🚻 BATHROOMS

Bathrooms are located at the back and are fully accessible.

 

🍹 DRINKS

Bar on-site with boozy (did someone say Bloody Mary’s and mimosas??) + actually good zero-proof options!

 

🥪 FOOD

Gotta feed the beasts if they’re gonna boogie all day! We will have many food offerings at the cafe available for purchase, but you can also BYOsnax if you or your kids need something specific!

 

🗑️ LEAVE NO TRACE

Pack out what you pack in. This is your home for the day – treat it as such!

 

We use a tiered pricing model to keep Solar Flair accessible while supporting artists and the real costs of producing the event. Please choose the tier that best reflects your current financial situation. If our pricing is still out of reach, please email us at solarflairaotearoa@gmail.com

 

See you on the dancefloor, disconauts!

 

With love and sparkles,

The Solar Flair Aotearoa Team ☀️❤️✨