House parties, usually organised by the LGBTQ community although predominantly run by gay men by recreating the gay nightclub atmosphere in their living rooms or in some cases, private hotel rooms. These parties may or may not include a sexual activities. They could also function as a private after party, after a night out at a club or circuit party.

A portmanteau of carpe diem, a Latin phrase that means “Seize the Day!” and DM, which stands for Direct Messages. This word means seizing the day via DMs.