This year marks the fifteenth annual Winter Party Festival in South Beach, running from February 24 through March 3, 2008.  From family picnics to fashion shows, cocktail receptions, and civil rights exhibits, the festival delivers something for everyone. 

The six-day celebration produced by the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force is best-known for its fabulous dance events, but has grown to include a variety of activities and cultural events for specific segments of the LGBT community, young or old. 

On Wednesday, February 27th, the VISIT FLORIDA Shopping & Nightlife Expert, Kristine Hughes, will be attending the Departure Lounge event, the official Winter Party Festival welcome party presented by Showtime Networks.  For a complete line-up of parties, events and special presentations, visit www.winterparty.com