Whether you’re voguing in the front row or having a kiki with friends in the disco shade lounges, it’s time to slay at this year’s Outloud Music Festival at WeHo Pride. The extravaganza will celebrate the LGBTQ+ community with a lineup of fierce performances, all coming together for a weekend of unapologetic self-expression, music and nonstop dancing.
The fest is set to take over West Hollywood Park on Saturday and June 2, with a free show Friday night. The lineup across the weekend includes Grammy-winning pop princess Kylie Minogue, Grammy-nominated soul icon Janelle Monáe and “American Idol” alum Adam Lambert, who fronts legendary rock band Queen.
The festival promises a dynamic experience with music, vendors, exhibitors, sponsor activations, interactive activities and a diverse selection of food and beverages.
WeHo Pride officially kicked off Wednesday with the annual celebration of Harvey Milk Day, highlighted by the second annual José Sarria Drag Pageant. Hosted by West Hollywood Drag Laureate Pickle, the competition honored several iconic performers. Judges included Queen Mother Karina Samala, Emperor Eugene Maysky of the Imperial Court, Landon Cider, Anil Patel, Nyx and Kyra Jete.
Here’s what to know if you plan to attend Outloud.Fans can expect a full day of free music and fun Friday. Outloud just dropped the day’s lineup on social media, with headliners Kesha and Adam Lambert, and performances by “RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars” Season 4 winner Monet X Change, plus Nina Dioz, Jessica Betts, Owenn and Vanessa Michaels. Also slated for the evening is a lip-sync battle between Season 6’s Laganja Estranja and Season 16’s Morphine Love Dion.
The event is free with registration, as capacity is limited. Attendees can sign up at wehopride.com/fridaynight.
Soulful alternative icon and 10-time Grammy-nominated singer Janelle Monáe will headline Saturday night’s show. The evening will also include performances by Doechii, Noah Cyrus, Keke Palmer, Channel Tres, Yaeji, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Snow Wife, Black Polish, Salina Estitties, Doug Locke, Ryan Mitchell, Hanna Rad, Arisce Wanzer, Neverending Nina and Billy Francesca.
On Sunday, pop princess Kylie Minogue, the recent Grammy winner for best pop dance record, will headline the night. The event will also feature sets by Diplo and friends, Ashnikko, Trixie Mattel, Big Freedia, Vincint, Destiny Rogers, Jimi the Kween, Zee Machine, Ryan Mitchell, Rad, Wanzer, Neverending Nina and Francesca.
Summertramp will also return to the festival, bringing its vibrant blend of a pop-up water park and electrifying DJ sets. Saturday and June 2, Summertramp’s Pride Pleasure Park will feature chic disco shade lounges, expansive dance floors and much more. This year’s DJ lineup includes Purple Disco Machine, Kaleena Zanders, Snow Wife, Hot Chip, DJ Holographic, Crystal Waters, Kiesza and many others.
Outloud will be open to attendees 18 or older for general admission passes and 21 or older for VIP WeHo Pride wristbands. For more details on the rules regarding bags and items allowed into the festival, visit the frequently asked questions page on the festival’s website.
Daily set times will be announced on social media closer to the event. The box office will be at Santa Monica Boulevard and Palm Avenue. The main entrance can be found at Santa Monica Boulevard and San Vicente.
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