RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) – Virginia Pridefest is back and ready to celebrate as the largest LGBTQ festival in Virginia!
The festival will start at 12 p.m. and end at 8 p.m. on Saturday, September 14, at the Bon Secours Training Center in Richmond.
Headlining acts include Crystal Waters, Robin S, and Tank and the Bangas, among other national and local performers.
The festival will include a full day of performances, a vendor market with over 130 vendors and the Allianz Youth Pride Pavilion, which will feature family-friendly activities.
Virginia Pridefest is back and ready to celebrate as the largest LGBTQ festival in Virginia!(Michael Hostetler Photography)
“We can’t wait to see the community singing, dancing and celebrating pride alongside this year’s incredible lineup of entertainment,” said Marquis Mapp, Virginia Pride chair. “We’ve got something for everyone this year. Pride is so powerful and it will be radiating from Richmond this September.”
In addition to musical performances from headliners, RuPaul’s Drag Race alums Mistress Isabelle Brooks and Kennedy Davenport will perform and a lineup of local talent will take the stage during the afternoon. Singer-songwriter and guitarist Landon Elliott, as well as dance-pop artist Bryce Bowen, will also be performing.
Sign language interpreters will also be available to interpret music for attendees who are deaf or hard of hearing.
“We’re thrilled to return to the Bon Secours Training Center for a second year,” said James Millner, Virginia Pride director. “Our team is thankful for this year’s many sponsors and vendors who help make Pridefest 2024 possible. Together, we’re creating an inclusive and joyful event that uplifts and centers the LGBTQ community.”
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