On a Friday night six years ago, Shandy burst from the warm dark womb of Black Bear Lodge with the sexiest and sweatiest queer dance party Magan-djin/Brisbane had ever seen - with the wooden floorboards of BBL providing the foundation of all the euphoric ephemeral evenings we’ve experienced since.

But whilst our prodigal party may have popped up all over town, there’s no place like home - so when the stars aligned to welcome a special international guest DJ known for his sexy and grounded sound to join us for an evening, we knew it was time to return to our old stomping ground for…

🌺💦 SHANDY @ BBL feat. Tommy Hart (CDMX) 🌹🪩

friday 6th june | 10pm – 3am | black bear lodge

At last, Shandy and BBL reunite for a sensual and saucy soirée that’ll have you grooving and grinding all night long - and with tickets starting at just $15, we’re throwing back to those early days of Shandy @ BBL when the entry was cheap and the dancefloor was hot and heavy with possibilities.

Hailing from Mexico City and here to heat things up, our headliner is gonna put the House into our home - and as it turns out, home is where the H(e)art is - please welcome…

TOMMY HART

Tommy Hart is a rising force in global house music, celebrated for his magnetic energy, meticulous blends, and narrative-driven sets that leave dance floors in a state of euphoric motion. Rooted in the rich legacy of New York house and shaped by his formative years in Brooklyn, Tommy channels a sound that fuses soul-snatching deep cuts with juicy, big-room anthems—always balancing the underground with the ecstatic.

Now based in Mexico City, Tommy is a resident DJ at [sic] club, the city’s iconic LGBTQ+ nightlife institution and weekly sanctuary for queer expression. He’s also the co-founder of Perla, an intimate party series that brings a nostalgic, music-centered ethos back to the dance floor, championing classic club culture and emerging artists alike.

Whether in a sweaty basement, a sunlit rooftop, or a major festival stage, Tommy brings an infectious feel-good energy that inspires confidence, freedom, and joy. His sets unfold like stories—each one an invitation to let go, get grounded, and dance harder than you thought you could. In 2023, he was handpicked to open Beyoncé’s Renaissance World Tour in his hometown of Dallas, Texas—an electrifying moment that signalled his arrival as one of the most captivating selectors of his generation.

Accompanying this cheeky and sensual selector, we have SWEATY BABY (@toemass) loosening you up for the night ahead from 10 - 11:30PM and BLAIR DE MILO (@blairdemilo) bringing it all to a climax for the close from 1:30 - 3AM.

Shrug off the winter chill this Friday 6th June with a hot and heavy affair in the warm embrace of the club where it all began.

💸 TICKETS/ENTRY FEE 💸

Online Tickets via Humanitix: $15 + BF
Door Tickets will be available on the night - $15 for the first 50 people, and $20 after

You can also choose to make an additional donation via Humanitix to help subsidise & cover the cost of a ticket for someone on no/low income, or even just to show us some love and help us pay the bills 😘

And as always:

there is free entry for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples & Trans Women (Femme Queens) of Colour; and
we are happy to accommodate anyone on no/low income who wants to party - shoot us a message on the Shandy Facebook page or Instagram and we'll work something out.

🎵 NOTES FOR THE EVENING 🎶

We respectfully acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we hold this event, the Turrbal & Jagera/Yuggera peoples and pay respects to Elders, past and present - and also pay respects and offer our love to the First Nations community attending our event. We recognise that Sovereignty was never ceded and that we live and gather on stolen land.

We ask that everyone attending abides by the following:

As always, try not to assume gender, sexuality, or pronouns – if you’re chatting and vibing with someone, it’s probably worth briefly asking for their pronouns - and don’t make it into big deal if you get ‘em wrong: just say a quick sorry and move it along.
Consent is key – ask before touching and await a clear response; fuck yes or no thank you!
Be respectful and considerate – do your bit to make the space safer and more comfortable for others: a party is only as good as the people attending, and we all have a role to play in having the best night ever!
Racist, sexist, ableist, homophobic, or transphobic behaviour/attitudes will not be tolerated. Please see Shandy team members, barstaff or security if someone is making you uncomfortable.
We want people to feel as safe and welcome as possible, so please feel free to message the Shandy Instagram or Facebook page with any queries or concerns.
Last but not least, look out for your friends and other party-goers & stay hydrated!

♿️👁 ACCESS 👂🔊

Unfortunately the venue is not wheelchair accessible, as it can only be accessed by a staircase.
Strobe lights are not used during the event, however lights may occasionally move at a fast speed.
With regard to sensory concerns, the venue is essentially one large room, but there is an area with seating that is quieter near the entrance.
If you have any further questions around access and whether the event will be suitable for you and your needs, please don't hesitate to message our page for more info.

Event Artwork by Lucas Reid (@deejay_local_support)

🌺💦 SHANDY @ BBL feat. Tommy Hart (CDMX) 🌹🪩

Choose your tickets

General Admission ticket

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples ticket

Trans Women (Femme Queens) of Colour ticket

Donations

Pay It Forward! Make a donation towards Free Entry for a Low/No Income Party-Goer (or even just to show us some love 😘)