2025

stripper awards gala

STRIPPER AWARDS GALA

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What Are the Stripper Awards?

The Stripper Awards Gala is an annual celebration honoring the artistry and impact of strippers in the adult entertainment industry. Hosted by SWOP Minneapolis, this glamorous event features live performances, award presentations, and a high-energy, upscale atmosphere, all while raising funds to support sex worker advocacy, harm reduction, and labor rights efforts.

Proceeds benefit SWOP Minneapolis and the Stripper Guild, working to create better protections and opportunities for dancers.

Whether you’re in the industry or an ally, the Stripper Awards Gala is a one-of-a-kind experience that celebrates resilience, creativity, and community.

Stripper Performances | Twerk Battle | Live Award Show | Grown & Sexy Dress Code & More

THIS EVENT WILL SELL OUT

WIN BIG WITH OUR SILENT AUCTION & RAFFLE

Get ready for over $15,000 in prizes at the Stripper Awards Gala Raffle & Silent Auction!

This is your chance to take home exclusive experiences, high-end items, and unforgettable rewards while supporting a powerful cause. With new prizes added right up until the event, there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re looking for luxury, entertainment, or something totally unexpected, every ticket and bid is an opportunity to win big.

What can you win? A tattoo session, premium sex toys, pole classes, beauty services, apparel, gift cards, and so much more!

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LADIES.. YOU ASKED & WE LISTENED..

THIS YEAR YOU HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO WIN 12 DIFFERENT AWARDS!

MVP

Awards a stripper who stands out for their talent, dedication, and support for others, making them a true leader in the industry.

FLOOR

PRINCESS

Highlights a stripper who excels in floor work, using smooth moves and great energy to light up the club.

MISS. NATURAL BODY

Honors a stripper who celebrates their natural beauty with confidence.

*BEST LIVE TWERKER*

Nominate a Stripper to compete live on stage, and the crowd chooses the winner with the best twerking skills.

DOUBLE
TROUBLE

Celebrates the best duo performance, highlighting teamwork and creativity between two strippers.

BEST

OUTFITS

Celebrates the stripper with the most creative and stylish costumes on stage.

BEST BABY STRIPPER

Honors a newer stripper (less than two years) who’s already making a big name for themselves with talent and charm.

*FAN FAVORITE*

Highlights the performer who who the public loves most, chosen by votes from both the public and their fellow strippers.

POLE

PRINCESS

Recognizes a stripper with outstanding pole dancing skills, creativity, and the ability to wow the audience.

MISS. NEW

BODY

Recognizes a stripper who’s embraced a transformation through surgery, celebrating their confidence and new look. (Boobs, BBL, teeth, etc.)

MEG THEE STALLION

Recognizes a stripper who worked while putting themselves through college, showing ambition and drive.

*FAVORITE STRIP CLUB*

Also voted by the public and strippers, this award goes to the club that creates the best experience for everyone.

VOTING IS CLOSED AND WINNERS WILL BE ANNOUNCED MARCH 3RD AT THE GREEN ROOM

A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

This incredible night is made possible by the support of our amazing sponsors. Their generosity helps us celebrate the best in the industry and fuels SWOP Minneapolis’ mission to empower and uplift our community. Come experience the magic they’ve helped create!

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1. What are the Stripper Awards?
The Stripper Awards Gala is a 21+ one-of-a-kind event celebrating the incredible talent, artistry, and dedication of Minneapolis’ best strippers. It’s a night of live performances, fierce competition, and community recognition where the top performers and strip clubs are honored with exclusive awards.

2. Why do you host the Stripper Awards?
The Stripper Awards shine a spotlight on the artistry and skill of strippers while breaking down stigmas surrounding the industry. This event is also a chance to bring the community together and celebrate the hard work and creativity of those in the nightlife and entertainment scene.

3. Is this a 21+ event?
Yes, the Stripper Awards Gala is a 21+ event. A valid ID will be required for entry.

Unless you are a Stripper

4. What’s the dress code?
The dress code is “upscale, grown, and sexy.” Think gowns, cocktail dresses, suits, or anything that makes you feel glamorous and ready for a night to remember. Leave your casual wear at home—this is a night to impress!

5. What should I expect from the night?
You can expect live performances, twerk battles, jaw-dropping pole tricks, mingling, dancing, photo ops, and the crowning of the best in the industry. It’s a night of glamour, excitement, and unforgettable energy!

6. Are tickets available at the door?
We highly recommend buying your tickets in advance, as this event is expected to sell out. If tickets are still available on the night of the gala, they will be sold at the door, but availability is not guaranteed.

7. How does voting work?
The public can vote for Fan Favorite Stripper and Best Strip Club starting January 8th through our online platform. Strippers also nominate and vote for their peers across 12 exclusive categories. Performer voting is done privately using QR codes provided in their dressing rooms or message us on instagram.

8. What’s the connection to SWOP Minneapolis?
The gala is organized by SWOP Minneapolis and the Stripper Guild to celebrate the strip club community while supporting our mission of advocacy, harm reduction, and empowerment for sex workers. Proceeds from the event help fund our programs and initiatives.

9. Will there be food or drinks?
Yes! The Green Room will have a full bar and kitchen available for purchase.

5. Can the public attend?
Absolutely! This event is open to the public. Whether you’re here to cheer on your favorite performers or experience the energy of the night, everyone is welcome.

SWOP

MPLS

SEX WORKERS OUTREACH PROJECT

2025

2025

stripper awards gala

STRIPPER AWARDS GALA

What Are the Stripper Awards?

Stripper Performances | Twerk Battle | Live Award Show | Grown & Sexy Dress Code & More

THIS EVENT WILL SELL OUT

WIN BIG WITH OUR SILENT AUCTION & RAFFLE

CLICK FOR THE $20 RAFFLE

CLICK FOR THE SILENT AUCTION

ALL THE PRETTY GIRLS HAVE IT. DO YOU?

The must-have tee for the ultimate girls’ girl.

LADIES.. YOU ASKED & WE LISTENED..

THIS YEAR YOU HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO WIN 12 DIFFERENT AWARDS!

VOTING IS CLOSED AND WINNERS WILL BE ANNOUNCED MARCH 3RD AT THE GREEN ROOM

A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

This incredible night is made possible by the support of our amazing sponsors. Their generosity helps us celebrate the best in the industry and fuels SWOP Minneapolis’ mission to empower and uplift our community. Come experience the magic they’ve helped create!

FAQ

Got questions? We’ve got answers! Don’t see what you’re looking for?
Reach out, we’re here to help!

3. Is this a 21+ event?
Yes, the Stripper Awards Gala is a 21+ event. A valid ID will be required for entry.

Unless you are a Stripper

4. What’s the dress code?
The dress code is “upscale, grown, and sexy.” Think gowns, cocktail dresses, suits, or anything that makes you feel glamorous and ready for a night to remember. Leave your casual wear at home—this is a night to impress!

5. What should I expect from the night?
You can expect live performances, twerk battles, jaw-dropping pole tricks, mingling, dancing, photo ops, and the crowning of the best in the industry. It’s a night of glamour, excitement, and unforgettable energy!

6. Are tickets available at the door?
We highly recommend buying your tickets in advance, as this event is expected to sell out. If tickets are still available on the night of the gala, they will be sold at the door, but availability is not guaranteed.

9. Will there be food or drinks?
Yes! The Green Room will have a full bar and kitchen available for purchase.

5. Can the public attend?
Absolutely! This event is open to the public. Whether you’re here to cheer on your favorite performers or experience the energy of the night, everyone is welcome.

Send us an Email

SWOP

MPLS

SEX WORKERS OUTREACH PROJECT

2025

2025

stripper awards gala

STRIPPER AWARDS GALA

What Are the Stripper Awards?

Stripper Performances | Twerk Battle | Live Award Show | Grown & Sexy Dress Code & More

THIS EVENT WILL SELL OUT

WIN BIG WITH OUR SILENT AUCTION & RAFFLE

CLICK FOR THE $20 RAFFLE

CLICK FOR THE SILENT AUCTION

ALL THE PRETTY GIRLS HAVE IT. DO YOU?

The must-have tee for the ultimate girls’ girl.

LADIES.. YOU ASKED & WE LISTENED..

THIS YEAR YOU HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO WIN 12 DIFFERENT AWARDS!

VOTING IS CLOSED AND WINNERS WILL BE ANNOUNCED MARCH 3RD AT THE GREEN ROOM

A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

This incredible night is made possible by the support of our amazing sponsors. Their generosity helps us celebrate the best in the industry and fuels SWOP Minneapolis’ mission to empower and uplift our community. Come experience the magic they’ve helped create!

FAQ

Got questions? We’ve got answers! Don’t see what you’re looking for? Reach out, we’re here to help!

3. Is this a 21+ event? Yes, the Stripper Awards Gala is a 21+ event. A valid ID will be required for entry. *Unless you are a Stripper*

4. What’s the dress code? The dress code is “upscale, grown, and sexy.” Think gowns, cocktail dresses, suits, or anything that makes you feel glamorous and ready for a night to remember. Leave your casual wear at home—this is a night to impress!

5. What should I expect from the night? You can expect live performances, twerk battles, jaw-dropping pole tricks, mingling, dancing, photo ops, and the crowning of the best in the industry. It’s a night of glamour, excitement, and unforgettable energy!

6. Are tickets available at the door? We highly recommend buying your tickets in advance, as this event is expected to sell out. If tickets are still available on the night of the gala, they will be sold at the door, but availability is not guaranteed.

9. Will there be food or drinks? Yes! The Green Room will have a full bar and kitchen available for purchase.

5. Can the public attend? Absolutely! This event is open to the public. Whether you’re here to cheer on your favorite performers or experience the energy of the night, everyone is welcome.

Send us an Email

Got questions? We’ve got answers! Don’t see what you’re looking for?
Reach out, we’re here to help!

3. Is this a 21+ event?
Yes, the Stripper Awards Gala is a 21+ event. A valid ID will be required for entry.

Unless you are a Stripper

4. What’s the dress code?
The dress code is “upscale, grown, and sexy.” Think gowns, cocktail dresses, suits, or anything that makes you feel glamorous and ready for a night to remember. Leave your casual wear at home—this is a night to impress!

5. What should I expect from the night?
You can expect live performances, twerk battles, jaw-dropping pole tricks, mingling, dancing, photo ops, and the crowning of the best in the industry. It’s a night of glamour, excitement, and unforgettable energy!

6. Are tickets available at the door?
We highly recommend buying your tickets in advance, as this event is expected to sell out. If tickets are still available on the night of the gala, they will be sold at the door, but availability is not guaranteed.

9. Will there be food or drinks?
Yes! The Green Room will have a full bar and kitchen available for purchase.

5. Can the public attend?
Absolutely! This event is open to the public. Whether you’re here to cheer on your favorite performers or experience the energy of the night, everyone is welcome.