Rainbow Cincinnati News - The Drag Races 1998

Original Event Announcement:

Proceeds benefit AVOC and the designated charities of the I.S.Q.C.C.B.E.

For more info contact Kym at 513-723-0090 or Email: joec@eos.net

See The Spectacle
Witness the spectacle that has caused much embarrassment and laughter for countless onlookers. See the sequined competitors hurling down Court Street in Downtown Cincinnati in this relay style race in full drag as they strive to win the coveted and ever so sparkly Red Pump Trophy.

Be The Spectacle
Yes, you can compete for the coveted Red Pump Trophy! Represent a business, organization or just you and your friends. Each team consists of 4 runners (male, female or both). The race is run in relay style with each runner covering a distance of approximately 2 blocks. Pumps, wig, dress and handbag are the required running gear. Team Donation: $20.00 call Kym at 723-0090 for registration information and/or pre-registration.

Features:
Race, Food, Raffles, Dancing, Live Music, Shows, Cocktails, Motorcycles, Plenty of free parking.... Special HappyHour prices in both bars!

New This Year
This years race will be run in a heat format with at least two qualifying heats and a final race for the trophy. So, this year, spectators will have more than just one race to enjoy!

The Parking Lane from Race to Plum will be closed and blocked off to provide a clear running track and better spectator viewing.

An outdoor covered food area with tables and chairs will be grilling tasty dinners for race fans providing a comfortable and relaxing area to kick back and enjoy the festivities.

Live music in both bars before and after the race.

2 shows: Awards show at The New Pipeline and Rhonda's Cavalcade of Stars at Shooters (shows are at different times as not to overlap)

Motorcycle Run from Old Street Saloon (Moroe) will end up at The Drag Races to party, approximately 4pm. (Motorcycle parking at Shooters)

The New Pipeline will have the Main Bar, Flux and the 4th floor Patio open.

Teams to Date:
The New Pipeline
Shooters
I.S.Q.C.C.B.E. The Court
Old Street Saloon (men's team)
Old Street Saloon (women's team)
Rosie's Tavern
Simon Says