November 4, 2024 | by Maddie Gittens
Karma
A Harrisburg club is bringing back the party.
Karma announced that it will hold a grand opening downtown on Nov. 23, bringing back nightlife for the LGBTQ community to the former location of Stallions nightclub.
In May, co-owners Nelson Mena and husband George Fernandez, CEO of Harrisburg-based Color & Culture and Latino Connection, announced their plans to purchase the building on N. 3rd Street, rename it and make substantial updates.
Mena, Karma’s general manager, said that it was important to him to update the space, while honoring the legacy of Stallions. That included keeping a signature large pegasus, incorporating artwork of a horse and keeping the Stallions marquee lettering, which will be displayed in the future.
The marquee sign on the front of the building now displays the name Karma.
Photo courtesy of Karma.
“People will get to see and witness an experience like never before in Harrisburg at an LGBT space,” Mena said. “It feels incredible.”
Mena said that interior upgrades include a new dance floor, modern sound and lighting equipment, a new bar and an updated VIP section. To start, two of the building’s four floors will be open–the first floor main club space and the basement lounge.
Photo courtesy of Karma.
For the grand opening, Karma will feature drag performances, dancing, go-go boys, drink specials and other surprises. Doors open at 7 p.m. and events begin at 8 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance.
“It’s going to be an experience worth witnessing,” Mena said.
Karma is located at the current location of Stallions, 706 N. 3rd St., Harrisburg. For more information, visit Karma’s website.
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