Get ready for an unforgettable celebration of love, pride, identity, and community at Queens Pride 2026! Join us on Sunday, June 7 for an exciting day of live entertainment, high-energy performances, and inspiring moments as we bring together incredible talent from across the LGBTQIA+ community and beyond.

Our entertainment lineup is continuing to grow, with more exciting artist announcements coming soon. Check back often as we reveal additional performers and special guests leading up to one of the most vibrant and beloved Pride celebrations.

Whether you’re coming to dance, celebrate, connect, or simply enjoy the atmosphere, the Queens Pride Concert promises an experience filled with joy, visibility, and community spirit for all.

HOSTS

Host

Honey Balenciaga

Honey Balenciaga (Honey Gonzales) is an international ballroom superstar, dancer, and model whose unmatched energy has redefined modern queer culture. Raised in Brooklyn, Honey discovered her passion for vogueing at The Door in Manhattan, leveraging her training in jazz, contemporary, and ballet to become a dominant force in the underground ballroom scene. After capturing TV audiences on HBO Max’s Legendary, Honey transitioned into global stardom when she was handpicked as a featured soloist for Beyoncé’s record-breaking Renaissance and Cowboy Carter world tours. Beyond the dance floor, Honey is a prominent face in high fashion, starring in major campaigns and walking for luxury brands like Mugler, Christian Louboutin, and Coach. As a fierce advocate for LGBTQ+ youth and trans visibility, Honey brings her unparalleled New York flavor, grace, and unmatched star power home to host Queens Pride 2026
Host

ICONICK

Hailing from Mount Vernon, New York, ICONICK is a creative force known for blending ballroom glamour, music, beauty, and unapologetic star power into one unforgettable experience. As the Overall Mother of the Iconic House of Juicy Couture, ICONICK has become a recognizable name within the Kiki and ballroom community for leadership, creativity, and presence that commands a room before a word is even spoken.

Whether hosting, performing, or creating, ICONICK brings a larger than life energy rooted in femininity, fantasy, and authenticity. Equal parts doll, diva, and director, ICONICK represents

Host

Julius Caeser

Julius Caeser is a NYC nightlife personality, event curator, and community host with years of experience bringing people together through entertainment, hospitality, and LGBTQIA+ culture. Known for creating high-energy, inclusive spaces across New York City, Julius has worked with some of the city’s most recognizable venues while building a reputation for unforgettable events, vibrant personality, and deep connection to the community. As a longtime host and supporter of Queens Pride, Julius continues to celebrate visibility, culture, and unity through nightlife and live experiences.

HEADLINERS

Headliner

Antaeuz Y La Santa Luz

Antaeuz aka Anthony Rodriguez has been a resident performer since a young age at Queens Pride. He has been a performer for over nineteen years and as stage manager for twelve years. He is honored to be back with The New Queens Pride with his dance company La Santa Luz to share in a community concert headlining experience.
Headliner

A KIKI CYPHER featuring Julz

A collaborative commentator cypher representing the ballroom community featuring Julz, Maya, Selena and Thunda
Headliner

A KIKI CYPHER featuring Mya

A collaborative commentator cypher representing the ballroom community featuring Julz, Maya, Selena and Thunda
Headliner

A KIKI CYPHER featuring Selena

A collaborative commentator cypher representing the ballroom community featuring Julz, Maya, Selena and Thunda
Headliner

A KIKI CYPHER featuring Thunda

A collaborative commentator cypher representing the ballroom community featuring Julz, Maya, Selena and Thunda
Headliner

Masterz

Masterz at Work Dance Family is a collective of talented dancers from diverse backgrounds including jazz, hip-hop, house, African, voguing, street jazz, and contemporary. Founded by Courtney Washington Balenciaga, the company blends street dance and storytelling rooted in resilience, liberation, and community. The company has performed at renowned venues including Lincoln Center, Guggenheim Museum, and the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao. Masterz at Work continues to foster inclusivity, family, and artistic excellence through powerful performance and movement.
Headliner

MORGAN ROYEL

Morgan Royel is one of New York City’s legendary entertainers. She has been in the business for 20+ years. She’s currently on her 16th year at Lips Ultimate Drag Dining restaurant. And a show director at Chelsea Boxers, both here in Manhattan. She has guest appeared on the BET show the First Wives Club. Morgan is currently embarking in pageantry. She is the reigning Miss Sweetheart International 2025. She has a passion for helping and motivating young individuals to know that “No matter what, believe in yourself and your dreams will come true.
Headliner

Veronica

Veronica is a native Puerto Rican from the Bronx. She is a Recording Artist, Songwriter, Actor, Director and Autism Advocate. Veronica is one of the first Latinas to break into the R&B/Urban scene with her album, “Rise”. She charted 2 #1 spots on Billboard’s Hot Dance Music chart with “Release Me…Let Me Go” and “Someone to Hold.” Veronica recently made her return to the stage in MTW’s Regional production of In The Heights. Veronica also sits on the board of KultureCity, advocating for inclusion for autism families.

DJ

DJ

Luca Drelli

Luca Drelli is a Brazilian DJ based in NYC, recognized for his vibrant sets, strong connection with LGBTQIA+ nightlife, and energetic mix of house, tribal, pop, and open format music.

PERFORMERS

Solo Performer

Aneja Davis

A pop/ Caribbean Bronx native, proceeds to continuously hit the stage with performances and live music to embrace the all parts of what her artistry offers. Aneja expresses her passion of her Jamaican heritage in her artistry and uses it as it engages with the crowd as part of her story. And is known for bringing forth a talent to grab any listeners. Aneja’s performance is always a performance to remember!
Solo Performer

Aphrodite

It’s your favorite goddesses Aphrodite the NYC voguing diva. Full of high energy,entertainment,& fun crazy performances. The show stopping moment that’s will have everyone on there toes.
Solo Performer

Beaux Dega

Born, raised, and reigning in the Bronx, Beaux Dega is a true NYC local. Proudly identifying as an alt-boi and a dynamic drag thing, they bring a fierce, unapologetic rock edge to the stage. As a solo artist, Beaux slays with a heavy-hitting mix of original music and killer covers, seamlessly blending singing and rapping into an unforgettable set. When not tearing up the stage for Queens Pride, they share their powerhouse vocals as a proud member of the New York City Gay Men’s Chorus. Get ready to rock out, celebrate love, and raise some hell this year!
Solo Performer

KAMI

Kami is an emerging artist born and raised in Queens, New York, with proud Paraguayan roots. A passionate Latina and community leader, she has had the unique opportunity to collaborate with elected officials throughout her district, using her platform to uplift and inspire those around her.
Kami is excited to share her latest songs, including her collaboration “Noche Fría” and her newest single “Sin Ti”, now available on all streaming platforms. This year marks her second consecutive year performing at Pride, and she is thrilled to celebrate love, music, and community with everyone.
Solo Performer

Nicco Diaz

Nicco Diaz is a queer Afro-Boricua poet, performer, and cultural organizer. He is the author of the poetry collection “Un Chin Chin” and the creator and host of the long-running Poetry & Potions open mic series. A recipient of the Bronx Cultural Visions Fund, his work bridges storytelling, community, and liberation, centering Queer joy, Afro-Caribbean identity, and the creative spirit of the Uptown. A graduate of Cornell University, his work has been featured by outlets including PIX11, BronxNet, and TimeOut New York.
Solo Performer

Nikael

Nikael is a queer Colombian-American reggaeton and Latin pop artist from Queens, NYC, known for high-energy performances, infectious beats, and unapologetic queer expression. Blending reggaeton, dark pop, and emotional storytelling, Nikael creates performances that celebrate confidence, freedom, and queer Latin culture. Having performed at Pride events and venues across NYC, including Queens Pride, Nikael brings an interactive and dynamic stage presence that keeps audiences dancing and engaged.
Solo Performer

Raynner Garcia

Raynner Garcia is an Afro-Dominican singer, dancer, actor, choreographer, and producer from the Bronx, NY. His work blends Latin culture, rhythm, storytelling, and community empowerment. A former resident performer at Little Island, he has performed at the New York Salsa Congress and Orlando Salsa Congress, and collaborated with the International Physical Theatre Festival. Raynner is a recipient of the Ruth Kurtzman Benefit Series Award from the Manhattan Association of Cabarets and a 2026 BFA Musical Theatre Performance graduate of Columbia College Chicago.
Solo Performer

Robbie Rockington

Rapper, Singer/Songwriter, Entertainer, Reality-TV Personality & ALL-AROUND Creative, from Asbury Park, NJ, currently hailing the Bronx. With projects like “The Asylum: Confessions of a Stoner” & “Real One: The Mixtape” both currently out now on all DSP’s, Robbie is in the studio, gearing up for his return to music.

You can also catch Robbie on seasons 6 and 7 of the OurViewTV’s doc-series, “The Circle: NYC” on YouTube now, ahead of season 8 which is scheduled to premiere sometime before the end of the year.

The multi-talented powerhouse is ready to set the New Queen’s Pride Stage on fire!

Solo Performer

Tony Senoj

Tony Senoj aka The GOALSTAR is an independent recording artist and creative known for blending music, style and personality into every project. As an openly gay artist from Jersey City, New Jersey, I continue to build my brand through creativity, authenticity and connection with my audience.
Solo Performer

Tyler Hardwick

Tyler Hardwick is a new recording artist and acclaimed actor whose tv/film credits include FX’s Pose, NBC’s The Blacklist and a supporting role in the upcoming horror film, Six Till Midnight. His Broadway credits include the Tony Award-winning revival of Once On This Island, Motown the Musical and Company on the 1st National Tour. He recently sang the Anthem for a Brooklyn Nets game here in NYC. Hardwick now brings his distinctive voice and artistry to original music, marking an exciting new chapter in his creative journey with the release of his debut single, “best revenge.”
Solo Performer

Zieta Eve

ZIETA EVE (ZY-DUH) Also known as JENESSA (JUH-NESSA), Representing TWO SPIRiT PRIDE from QUEENS NEW YORK. This Singer songwriter has been paving her way through the Journey of self expression for almost 10 years. Music flows through her veins since Birth. Though her resume can draw an eye, her humble and loving presence will always take up the most space. She believes in togetherness, Growth and rebuilding yourself as many times as needed. This Bad Ass Boy mom is Spicy, Sweet & She Dominants any stage…ANY room. @J.E.NESSA
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GROUP PERFORMERS

Group Performers

Carnyval Dancers

Artistic Director, Kiara Ross Paige founded CarNYval Dancers in 2014 as she longed to create a company that reflected the love, passion, and connection of the African and Caribbean diaspora through dance. Over the course of twelve years, CarNYval has been able to produce and share works throughout NYC, perform and showcase work in Trinidad, in addition to leading dance workshops as such as Soca, Afrobeat(s) and Traditional West African. It’s our purpose to bring the carnival to our viewers and participants on any platform. We share, educate, and uplift our culture and bring d’ CarNYval.
Group Performers

Chanan Ben Simon and Guy Barash

Chanan Ben Simon and Guy Barash come together in a vibrant voice-and-electronics project that reclaims Jewish musical heritage as a living, dancing, present-tense celebration. Drawing a line from North Africa to the global dance floor, their performances transform Jewish tradition into a space where heritage isn’t preserved behind glass, but lived, danced, and joyfully renewed.
Group Performers

Cheer New York

Cheer New York is a certified 501(c)(3) nonprofit and all-volunteer LGBTQIA2S+ and ally cheerleading team that uses performance to promote equality, support community engagement, and raise funds for local LGBTQ+ charities through the New York Spirit Fund. Founded in 2001, Cheer New York is proud to support G.L.I.T.S. as our 2026 beneficiary, helping advance the work of this Black trans-led advocacy and direct services organization fighting systemic discrimination in New York City and beyond.
Group Performers

Gotham Cheer

Gotham Cheer is New York and New Jersey’s premier nonprofit adult cheerleading team, bringing explosive energy and heart to the New Queens Pride stage. Founded on the principle of giving back, this vibrant, all-volunteer group of LGBTQIA+ performers and allies uses the art of cheer and dance to uplift the community. Beyond the high-energy routines, Gotham Cheer raises vital awareness and funding to support homeless and disadvantaged queer youth across the city proving that you can shine bright while making a real difference.
Group Performers

Jatary Sunchy Danza Y Proyección Escénica

Cacería del venado En las alturas de Chimborazo, donde la tierra conserva la memoria ancestral, los comuneros se preparan para una de las fhttps://www.instagram.com/jatarysunchyofestividades más importantes de su pueblo. Al amanecer parten hacia los páramos en busca del venado, símbolo de abundancia y equilibrio. Guiados por la experiencia y el respeto a la Pachamama, recorren los caminos andinos hasta que el sonido de la quipa anuncia el momento esperado. Tras la jornada, regresan con el alimento para compartir. Entre música, sanjuanitos y celebración, el Chimborazo Raymi honra la unidad, la vida y la identidad de los Andes
Group Performers

Players Club

Players Club was established in 1996 by Edward L. Nelson. While attending
Monsignor Scanlan Highschool, 30 young men and women came together under the leadership of Mr. Nelson, one of the greatest step teams in history. Immediately after the team was created, The Players won 20 out of 22 championships in a time span of two years. During their sudden rise in popularity, Players began an outreach to the community to save lives of students and struggling teens. In this process, the definition of Players was born, “Participating in the lives among youth to educate and restore society”.
Group Performers

Yvonne Gutierrez

Yvonne Gutierrez, an Afro-Latina of Cuban descent, is the founder and curator of Herencia Dancers, a community-based mobile dance company rooted in Brooklyn and Manhattan’s Lower East Side. For more than 30 years, she has connected various communities to Latin cultures through dance and music of the African Diaspora, with a focus on Cuban and Spanish traditions. In 2022, she was named a Dance Teacher Magazine honoree. Her community-centered work promotes cultural exchange, artistic expression, education, mentorship, and accessibility, creating spaces that inspire.

YOUTH PERFORMERS

Youth Performers

Cultural Arts Center

Kelly Garcia, a native New Yorker, is a certified K-12 dance teacher with a master’s degree from Hunter College. As the founder and choreographer of the Cultural Art Center, she has performed at notable venues such as the Joyce Soho, APAP, and the International Dance Festival. She takes pleasure in sharing her passion with her community in Washington Heights.
Youth Performers

DA BRAND

Da brand ( Born,Raised,As,Natural, dancers) is a youth hip hop dance group from the Bronx. Created by mother duo, Michelle pinto and Chanell Arroyo Da BRAND was created to give kids a positive environment to grow, learn, and be authentically themselves.
Youth Performers

Javien Vasquez

Javien Vasquez is an 18-year-old poet and current student at Baruch College. He credits poetry with saving his life, having discovered his passion for writing during a stay in a psychiatric ward. He went on to spend several years developing his craft with Uptown Stories, a nonprofit dedicated to nurturing young writers. While his studies now focus on accounting and data analytics, Javien continues to make space for poetry, writing for himself, his loved ones, and the stories that matter most.
Youth Performers

Leiddey Santos

Leiddey Santos is a 16-year-old pansexual poet who has been writing and performing original work for nearly four years. When she’s not sharing her poetry, she can be found performing with her school’s band ensembles, working with the nonprofit TEEEM, or leading her school’s mock trial team as an attorney. Through her artistry, leadership, and advocacy, Leiddey brings passion, creativity, and authenticity to every space she enters.
Youth Performers

Tiffany & Company Academy Of Dance

Tiffany N Company Academy of Dance (TCAD) is a premier dance institution dedicated to empowering Black and Brown dancers through excellence, discipline, creativity, and culture. At TCAD, we pride ourselves on building not only strong dancers, but confident leaders and successful young adults. They have proudly helped place more than 24 alumni into prestigious colleges/universities including Penn State, Rutgers, Louisiana State , Pace, Seton Hall, and Howard University on full-ride scholarships through dance! TCAD is a family, a movement, and a place where dreams are built one step at a time.