202ONE WILL BE FULL OF TEAM SPIRIT FOR EVERYONE ATTENDING GSM!
THIS EVENT IS CURRENTLY SOLD OUT. SPACES MAY OPEN UP. GET ON THE WAITLIST.
The organizers are complying with all health and safety guidelines as recommended by the CDC and the State of New York. As this continues to evolve, we will provide our participants with UPDATES. Effective June 3rd, 2021, all participants and hotel guests will need to provide proof of vaccination or proof of a recent negative COVID test when checking in. All vaccinated participants are not required to wear a mask or socially distance. (except when riding the Subway).
For information on health & safety protocols, click here.
Did you already register and you need to MODIFY your existing registration? Click the Waitlist button and than click "ALREADY REGISTERED" and follow the steps. (from a mobile device: click "More". Then "Home". Then "Already Registered?".)
The GSM experience is special because of the city, the specially curated programming like workshops and meetings, and the highly-produced events for fun, fellowship and top entertainment. Add to that the backdrop of Pride Weekend and you have the makings of an event that you’ll always remember.
Thanks to the power of social media, word of mouth, and enthusiastic volunteers, GSM has grown and developed into the fabulous event that it is today. Our events attract hundreds of fellows from not only all across the United States but from all over the world. From Brooklyn to Brazil, we have participants from everywhere. They flock to New York City because GSM offers more than the traditional conference or roundup experience that you may be used to. We offer a complete sober vacation!
In 2021, We invite you and your friends to join in the celebration. We invite you to
VARSITY
EASY REGISTRATION (Sold out. Waitlist only)
Your $250 registration includes all four days of conference events and activities such as The Dance on the River – complete with fireworks, the roof top social, special entertainment, Pride Fest and most importantly -- awe inspiring meetings and ground-breaking workshops. We invite you to explore our Agenda at a Glance. Registrations may be transferred to someone else or donated to our scholarship program for newcomers. There are no refunds. Can't make it or have you changed your mind? Please click here to learn about your options.
For information on scholarships, click here.
If you are having trouble registering, please contact us.
A PROGRAM BEYOND COMPARE
The committee chairs are busy planning and curating another beautiful weekend. From classic workshops like Drop the Rock with Cathy Avery to a game-changing talk with celebrity life-coach Mike Bayer, we have an assortment of 12 unique and innovative workshops for you to partake in. At night, everyone comes together for our spectacular big speaker meetings. After The Big Meeting on Saturday night, hold on to your seats for our specially invited entertainer. Headliners from previous conferences have been Bianca Del Rio, Sandra Bernhard and Margaret Cho. You're going to love it.
THE JOY OF LIVING
Each morning you will be offered health & wellness activities like a group run through Central Park, cinematic spin classes and rooftop Yoga. Every night there is something fun planned. The Rooftop Social kicks off the weekend and is a great way to break the ice and get to know your fellows. Your GSM 202ONE registration includes participation in The Pride Celebration on Pride Sunday. At The Pride Celebration, everyone in the LGBTQ community is invited to participate in a once in a lifetime moment by marching in the world’s largest Pride Parade. The best part of Gay & Sober's Pride Celebration is The Dance on the River - a floating high-energy dance party with fireworks and a world class DJ. This is a Pride experience not to be missed.
THE HOST HOTEL IN THE HEART OF TIMES SQUARE
The Westin Times Square is an upscale conference hotel that features oversized rooms, countless amenities, a fitness center, and though it’s situated in the excitement of Times Square... once inside, it still manages to offer tranquil sanctuary. For GSM participants, there is a discounted room rate of $219 with no resort/destination fee. Do you need a roommate at The Westin? CLICK HERE. You need to reserve your room by June 1st.*If you had a hotel reservation for 2020, that reservation has been seamlessly transferred to the same dates for June of 2021.
Your journey to New York won't leave you spending every moment on hotel property; GSM is not that kind of a conference or roundup. Each night of the conference, we will take you on an adventure to experience the best neighborhoods of New York City. For 2021, several of our workshops will be on hotel property. And at night, we will trek together to our nightly big meetings and events around the city. *NOTE: To cancel or alter your room reservation, you must cancel directly with The Westin.
We've even taken extra care to find the "best of New York" restaurants that are nearby, affordable, and convenient to all of our activities, venues and hotel. Last year, many of our participants found fun exploring the neighborhood for fellowship eats. We encourage you to have some fun - take some selfies and enjoy yourselves. Have an adventure in sobriety!
OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU
Our goal is for you to have an unforgettable weekend. You will feel like a part of a winning Varsity team with your sober brothers! GSM 202ONE will help you create a stronger foundation in your recovery. You will connect with other fellows in ways you never thought possible and will develop the kind of relationships and memories that will stand the test of time.
The GSM 2021 Host Hotel! W. 43rd Street at 8th Ave. Double: $219/night King: $219/night *Based on availability **Register first, then you will be provided instructions on booking your room. ***Upon Check Out, you will NOT be charged a destination fee. Must book your room by June 1st. Must cancel your reservation by June 1st.
Traditional King Room Sleeps up to 2 people. *$219 per night Plus taxes *Based on availability. No deposit required to book your room. *Upon Check Out, you will NOT be charged a destination fee.
On Pride Sunday, night everyone is welcome to join in the celebration! All men, women, transgendered, gender fluid, queer, and LGBTQ allies are welcome to dance the night away with DJ Joe Ross & DJ Eddie X! On Pride Sunday, we ALL come together!
The GSM 2021 Host Hotel! W. 43rd Street at 8th Ave. Double: $219/night King: $219/night *Based on availability **Register first, then you will be provided instructions on booking your room. ***Upon Check Out, you will NOT be charged a destination fee. Must book your room by June 1st. Must cancel your reservation by June 1st.
THE AGENDA
THURSDAY JUNE 24, 2021
The Ride
1:30pm
WAITLISTED!
A new enhanced experience!
See midtown Manhattan with a talent-filled, comedic, customized tour.
Pick-up at The Westin.
Drop off at The Westin at 3:30pm.
Orlando
Luis
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THURSDAY JUNE 24, 2021
THE WELCOME
MEETING
8pm
Doors open at 7:30pm.
In Memoriam, Over the Rainbow
by Seth Sikes.
AA Speaker Meeting
Followed by Special Entertainment
San Francisco
Drew
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THURSDAY JUNE 24, 2021
midnight meeting
12am
A more intimate meeting where you can share with your fellows. All fellowships are welcome.
12-Step meeting format.
New York City
Jerry
friDAY JUNE 25, 2021
THE TRIP - SPINNING
8am
RSVP. All levels welcome. Meet up in the lobby and we will walk a few blocks to the rooftop spinning studio located at New York's hottest sport's club! No special shoes required.
New York City
Jerry
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friDAY JUNE 25, 2021
lunch break
11:30am
Enjoy one of the many neighborhood restaurants. Make sure to invite fellows traveling on their own. That's how we take care of each other at GSM.
Orlando
Luis
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friDAY JUNE 25, 2021
IN the flow
3:30pm
Join the founder of Divine Spark Coaching for an innovative workshop on learning to take the quality of our sobriety and the joy in our lives to a whole other level through the sharing of personal stories, along with fun and rewarding exercises to help us let go of limiting paradigms.
New York City
Charles
friDAY JUNE 25, 2021
The Opening Meeting
8pm
Doors open at 7:30pm.
Welcome to the biggest sober pep rally you've ever seen!Roll Call for states and countries! CMA Speaker Meeting with AA participation.
San Antonio
Cel
saturday June 26, 2021
morning glory run
7:30am / 4 MILES
All levels welcome. We will break you into a group for light joggers and a group for the speedy queens. Goes up Times Square, through Central Park and back to the hotel lobby.
Houston
Frankie
saturday June 26, 2021
time out meditation
8am
Take a break in the middle of the weekend to regroup and clear your mind once again. This group meditation will give participants the opportunity to pause and become aware of how the weekend is going for them. Step 11
Los Angeles
Sah D'Simone
saturday June 26, 2021
lunch break
11:30am
Enjoy one of the many neighborhood restaurants. Make sure to invite fellows traveling on their own. That's how we take care of each other at GSM.
Orlando
Luis
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saturday June 26, 2021
Pep Rally: CREATE YOUR PASSION, CREATE YOUR PURPOSE
3:30pm
"Sah is a radical spiritual guide, igniting connections among his generation." - Deepak Chopra
When you're living out your purpose, being guided by your passion, that's when you are your most authentic, and connected to your heart. Join spiritually sassy revolutionary Sah D’Simone as he guides you toward unlocking your heart's true passion so you can live out your purpose in your full and fabulous power. If you're ready to be the creative director of your own life and wake up every day energized, exhilarated, and overflowing with joy, this workshop is not to be missed!
Ottawa
Dick
saturday June 26, 2021
the big raffle
10:45pm
Win big at our annual raffle! Prizes from Apple, Marc Jacobs, and Hermés!
San Francisco
Peaches Christ
sunday June 27, 2021
elections
10:30am
Get a chance to get involved and help us plan the next conference. There are tons of service opportunities and something for everyone. At GSM, we are family!
Knoxville
Landon
sunday June 27, 2021
the dance
on the river
8pm
*Boarding starts at 7:30pm
All are welcome at the best sober dance "Prom" party in the country! LGBTQ+ inclusive. Food and drink available on board for purchase.
Fireworks spectacular.
Special guest DJ, Derek Monteiro
Included with your registration. We do sell tickets to non-conference participants for this night only.
San Francisco
Juan
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THURSDAY JUNE 24, 2021
ORIENTATION 101
4pm
First time at GSM? Join our program and activities team for this orientation session, where you'll learn how to make the most of your conference experience. We will share experiences on everything from participating in the workshops to what to expect on Pride Sunday. We will also offer an opportunity to connect with a mentor alumni from previous GSM Conferences.
Knoxville
Landon
THURSDAY JUNE 24, 2021
Opening Act!
Matteo Lane
9:15pm
Kick off Pride Weekend with the New York stand-up comic whose hilarious special can be seen on Netflix. Also seen on Late Show with Stephen Colbert, HBO's Crashing and Will & Grace. A must see!
*registered participants only
San Francisco
Juan
friday June 25, 2021
morning glory run
7:30am / 4.22 MILES
All levels welcome. We will break you into a group for light joggers and a group for the speedy queens. Goes up Times Square, through Central Park and back to the hotel lobby.
Asheville
Mark
friDAY JUNE 25, 2021
HUDDLE UP
meditation
8am
Take a break in the middle of the weekend to regroup and clear your mind once again. This group meditation will give participants the opportunity to pause and become aware of how the weekend is going for them. Step 11
Los Angeles
Sah D'Simone
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friDAY JUNE 25, 2021
Facing fear
1:30pm
Matthew was brutally attacked and left for dead on the streets of Los Angeles. Through the miracle of recovery, he and his attacker are now best friends. GSM is honored to have Matthew share the Academy Award-nominated documentary Facing Fear, to be followed by a facilitated questions-and-answer session to address topics such as forgiveness, healing old wounds, and family relationships. Step 9
Los Angeles
Matteo
friDAY JUNE 25, 2021
WHAT DID YOU SAY?
3:30pm
How often do you feel not heard, not understood ? Do you communicate in a way to be heard ? This interactive workshop gives us an opportunity to test our communication. Not only is it an eye opener; it's an ear opener!
Brooklyn
Cathy
friDAY JUNE 25, 2021
ROOFTOP
pool party
10pm
Have some fun. Get to know your fellows. Make a splash in the pool. Bathing suite is optional. No judgments!
Orlando
Luis
saturday June 26, 2021
MORNING YOGA
8AM
RSVP. All levels are welcome for classic yoga in a serene setting, steps from your hotel room.
Dallas
René
saturday June 26, 2021
In the game: HIV AND RECOVERY
10am
Page 69 states: "We all have sex problems. We'd hardly be human if we didn't. What can we do about them?"
Join Mike Rizzo from CAST Centers. He is an expert in the field of alcohol and crystal meth recovery, as he leads a discussion in how to navigate recovery being POZ and developing a sane and sound sex life.
Step 4
Los Angeles
Mike Rizzo
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saturday June 26, 2021
game-changer
1:30pm
Take your sobriety to the next level with this game-changing workshop. Cathy helps you discover and discard the character defects holding you back in recovery, holding you back in life. What you seek to let go of is written on a rock. This workshop culminates with the powerful experience of dropping the rock at the feet of the Statue of Liberty, the ultimate symbol of freedom, during Sunday night's celebratory dance cruise. Steps 6 & 7
Brooklyn
Cathy
saturday June 26, 2021
the big meeting
8pm
Doors open at 7:30pm.
We are going back to school for this special speaker meeting.
Special cheer performance.
Sobriety Countdown!
Stonewall Veteran: Richard S.
Spectacular skyline views!
New York City
Mike
saturday June 26, 2021
midnight meeting
12am
A more intimate meeting where you can share with your fellows. All are welcome.
12-Step meeting format.
New York City
Mike
sunday June 27, 2021
PRIDE FEST
12pm
Be proud of who you are. This year's celebration will look a little different from prior years. Dance in the streets! All are welcome. LGBTQ+ inclusive. Special DJ on our double decker bus.
Connecticut
Oliver Radclyffe
THURSDAY JUNE 24, 2021
evening mixer
5pm
Meet up at Tony's Di Napoli Restaurant for a social mixer and delicious food for the dinner break. This is where you can make a new friend. Make sure to invite fellows traveling on their own. That's how we take care of each other at GSM. 10% discount when you show your badge.
*Temperature checks and masks upon entering the restaurant!
Orlando
Luis
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THURSDAY JUNE 24, 2021
ROOFTOP
SCAVENGER SOCIAL
10:30Pm
Get to know your fellows and win a prize if you win the game. Light food & drinks are included - the view of Times Square makes a perfect selfie!
Orlando
Luis
friDAY JUNE 25, 2021
MORNING YOGA
8AM
RSVP. All levels are welcome for classic yoga in a serene setting, steps from your hotel room.
Dallas
René
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friDAY JUNE 25, 2021
GAME-CHANGER
10am
Join life coach and author of Best Self: Be You, Only Better and his new book One Decision, The First Step To A Better Life for an interactive workshop where you'll learn to embrace your authenticity. You've seen him on Dr. Phil, now learn from him at GSM!
*Book signing afterwards
Ottawa
Dick
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friDAY JUNE 25, 2021
hot sober sex
1:30pm
Sex is a part of life, but sober sex can be tricky. Explore issues like cross-addiction, body dysmorphia, and dating in this dynamic, interactive workshop led by our own sex and addiction experts.
Facilitated by Terry Gatewood from Blue Tiger Recovery
Palm Springs
Terry
friDAY JUNE 25, 2021
dinner break
5pm
Enjoy one of the many neighborhood restaurants. Make sure to invite fellows traveling on their own. That's how we take care of each other at GSM.
Orlando
Luis
friDAY JUNE 25, 2021
midnight meeting
12am
A more intimate meeting where you can share with your fellows. All fellowships are welcome.
12-Step meeting format.
New York City
Jerry
saturday June 26, 2021
THE TRIP - SPINNING
8am
RSVP. All levels welcome. Meet up in the lobby and we will walk a few blocks to the rooftop spinning studio located at New York's hottest sport's club! No special shoes required.
New York City
Jerry
saturday June 26, 2021
team players: a visual approach to the steps
10am
Explore your creative side with artist Micah G. as he leads participants through a visual and imaginative experience with the 12 steps in a hands-on workshop.
Atlanta
Micah
saturday June 26, 2021
TOOLS OF THE GAME:
sober and alive
1:30pm
Join a diverse panel of GSMs who will share experience, strength and hope for living your sober life to the fullest. Inspired by Living Sober, our panelists will address sponsorship, creativity, community involvement, and many other topics encountered on the "broad highway" of recovery.
Step 12
Seattle
Wakefield
saturday June 26, 2021
the big show
9:30pm
All we are permitted to say is that "you're going to love it!" For registered participants only!
Los Angeles
Ruaraidh
sunday June 27, 2021
bagel breakfast
9:30am
For today's biggest day, load up on carbs, fruit, coffee, and orange juice. We draw you in with free food in the hopes that you'll participate in the yearly elections!
Philadelphia
Christopher
sunday June 27, 2021
dinner break
5pm
We recommend grabbing a quick bite near the ship or near the hotel. Many fellows like Gotham Market.
New York City
Christian