2nd Annual Rochester Queer Arts Festival

Schedule

Sat Oct 11 2025 at 10:00 am to 06:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Village Gate | Rochester, NY

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Celebrate queer creativity in the heart of Rochester! Now in its second year—and bigger than ever—the Rochester Queer Arts Festival transforms Village Gate Square into a kaleidoscope of art, music, drag, and community pride. Presented by Drag Me to the Stage, this one-day extravaganza is *FREE* for everyone.
🎤 Live Entertainment on THREE Stages
*Main Stage (Atrium): Drag headliners, high-energy showcases, and DJs.
*Outdoor Stage: Local bands, ensembles, and dance crews under the big tent.
*Entrance Stage: Intimate sets—singer-songwriters, spoken word, poetry & more.
🎨 Art & Experiences
* Student Gallery: Upstate NY high-school & college artists displaying (and selling) work.
* Demonstration & Workshop Room: 20-minute demos + 50-minute hands-on classes—come learn, make, and play!
* Marketplace: 70+ queer & ally vendors with original art, prints, jewelry, apparel, candles, home décor, and more.
* Drag Tag Sale: Shop statement gowns, wigs, and accessories straight from performers’ closets.
* 360° Photo Booth: Capture your festival fit with a share-ready spin!
🍴 Food & Drinks
Visit one of the many Village Gate Restaurants, grab a bite at our curated lineup of food trucks and snack carts—or sip a signature cocktail at the pop-up bar inside the atrium.
💖 Get Involved
Performer, vendor, sponsor, volunteer, or workshop presenter—applications are LIVE. Visit QueerArtsFest.com to join the lineup and lift up Rochester’s LGBTQIA+ arts scene.

RSVP now, invite your friends, and get ready to celebrate queer joy, art, and community!
#RochesterQueerArtsFest #RQAF2025 #QueerArt #DragMeToTheStage
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Where is it happening?

Village Gate, 250 N Goodman St, Rochester, NY 14607, United States

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