Grindr Pleasure Ball in New York City, 2025
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Grindr took over Iron23 in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan for their second annual Pleasure Ball Halloween party. This year's theme was "The Garden of Otherworldly Delights." (Think sexy swamp creatures, mischievous mushrooms, and slutty animals.) And there was no shortage of chiseled abs in skimpy costumes and spooky, slutty vibes.
The gathering attracted notable guests like musicians Ashnikko and Slayyyter, the latter of whom performed her electrifying new single, "Crank." Also in attendance: RuPaul's Drag Race alums Dawn, Luxx Noir London, and Aquaria, Grindr CEO George Arison, and the Scissor Sister's Jake Shears.
Tristan Pineiro, senior vice president of brand marketing and communications at Grindr, spoke about the LGBTQ+ community's relationship with Halloween in the official press release for the event. "Halloween’s never just been about one night for our community — it’s part of who we are," he said. "We’ve always identified with the camp, the drama, and the outsider energy it brings. It’s a chance to transform, play, and show off a little — or a lot. The Pleasure Ball brings all that energy into one room: a celebration of beauty, confidence and collective release. On this night, subtleties are definitely overrated.”
Wander into the Garden of Otherworldly Delights by taking a gander at some of the photos from last night's event.
Arranged for Out.com by Nikki Aye, Digital Photo Editor
Guest of Grindr's Pleasure Ball in New York City, 2025
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Two guests enjoying the scenery at the Grindr Pleasure Ball, 2025
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Musician Ashnikko attending the Grindr Pleasure Ball, 2025
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Dawn from 'RuPaul's Drag Race' at the Grindr Pleasure Ball, 2025
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Slayyyter performing at the Grindr Pleasure Ball, 2025
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Guests showing off cheeky costumes at the Grindr Pleasure Ball, 2025
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Guests posing for a photo moment the Grindr Pleasure Ball, 2025
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Guest posing in an intricate costume at the Grindr Pleasure Ball, 2025
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A group of guests posing together at the Grindr Pleasure Ball, 2025
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Jake Shears performing at the Grindr Pleasure Ball, 2025
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Jake Shears (left) performing for a packed crowd at the Grindr Pleasure Ball, 2025
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Guest posing for photos at the Grindr Pleasure Ball, 2025
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Guests in jungle-themed costumes at the Grindr Pleasure Ball, 2025
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Guests posing hand in hand at the Grindr Pleasure Ball, 2025
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Luxx Noir London performing at the Grindr Pleasure Ball, 2025
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Guest in biblical costume posing at the Grindr Pleasure Ball, 2025
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Guests in alien-nun costumes at the Grindr Pleasure Ball, 2025
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Guest in an intricate plant-inspired costume at the Grindr Pleasure Ball, 2025
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Guests in garden-inspired costumes at the Grindr Pleasure Ball, 2025
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Guests posing for a portrait at the Grindr Pleasure Ball, 2025
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Three guests showing off costumes at the Grindr Pleasure Ball, 2025
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Three guests posing for a photo moment at the Grindr Pleasure Ball, 2025
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Jake Shears belting out a song at the Grindr Pleasure Ball, 2025
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Jake Shears (center) performing for a packed crowd at the Grindr Pleasure Ball, 2025
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Guest striking a post at the Grindr Pleasure Ball, 2025
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Guests posing for photos at the Grindr Pleasure Ball, 2025
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Slayyyter performing a set at the Grindr Pleasure Ball, 2025
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Guests at the Grindr Pleasure Ball, 2025
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Coordinating foursome at the Grindr Pleasure Ball, 2025
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Luxx Noir London performing at the Grindr Pleasure Ball, 2025
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Guests in coordinating costumes at the Grindr Pleasure Ball, 2025
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Musician Slayyyter at the Grindr Pleasure Ball, 2025
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Guests at the Grindr Pleasure Ball, 2025
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Jake Shears (center) performing for a packed crowd at the Grindr Pleasure Ball, 2025
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Crowd enjoying music at Grindr Pleasure Ball in New York City, 2025
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