The New York Burlesque Festival

Burlesque superstars from around the globe gather in NYC for four days of shows and parties. This annual festival celebrating the art of the striptease marks its 16th year with a packed lineup of local stars like World Famous BOB, Gigi Bon Bon and Calamity Chang along with international guest performers. There will some big shows in Brooklyn and Manhattan, celebratory parties, a panel discussion and burlesque bazaar in Chelsea, and an awards event at the Highline Ballroom on Sunday night at which the Golden Pastie Awards will be handed out.