86 Photos of What Really Happens at the Black Party

Rites XL: The Black Party(r) "Caligula" happens on April 6 in New York City. Produced by The Saint at Large organization, The Black Party is considered the father of all large gay circuit events and remains unchallenged as the forbearer in an ever-changing NYC nightlife environment. It's an unapologetically, sexually-propelled LGBTQ phenomenon with a religious-like following. To celebrate the 40th anniversary of The Black Party(r) we present 86 stunning images from the last decade along with ten things to know about this legendary event.

Photo: Klaus Enrique, 2010