Seattle's Queer/Pride Festival announces 2026 lineup

Top performers include Keke Palmer, JT and Honey Dijon for the three-day celebration in Capitol Hill

Published on Feb. 19, 2026

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Seattle's Queer/Pride Festival has officially announced its 2026 lineup, bringing a dynamic slate of performers to the Capitol Hill neighborhood this summer. The annual three-day LGBTQIA+ music and nightlife celebration will take place June 26–28 along 11th Avenue in Capitol Hill.

Why it matters

The Queer/Pride Festival is a highly anticipated annual event that celebrates queer artistry, visibility, and community in Seattle's vibrant Capitol Hill neighborhood. The festival's diverse lineup of musicians, DJs, and drag performers draws large crowds and helps spotlight local LGBTQIA+ talent.

The details

The festival will feature headliners including Emmy-nominated Keke Palmer, platinum-selling rapper JT, and house-music trailblazer Honey Dijon. Other performers include RuPaul's Drag Race alumni, local DJs, and a variety of musical acts. The festival turns the Pike/Pine corridor into a multi-day destination, with about 35 main-stage performances and after parties at Queer/Bar and its indoor/outdoor VIP lounges.

  • The annual three-day LGBTQIA+ music and nightlife celebration takes place June 26–28.
  • Tickets were made available at 10 a.m. on Feb. 17, 2026.

The players

Queer/Pride Festival

An annual LGBTQIA+ music and nightlife celebration in Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood.

Murf Hall

The owner and executive producer of Queer/Pride Festival.

Keke Palmer

An Emmy-nominated performer headlining the festival.

JT

A platinum-selling rapper headlining the festival.

Honey Dijon

A house-music trailblazer headlining the festival.

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What they’re saying

“Each year, Queer/Pride Festival creates a space where our community can come together to celebrate queer artistry, visibility, and joy at the highest level. We're proud to bring world-class talent to Capitol Hill while continuing to spotlight local performers and the creative spirit that makes this neighborhood so special. Our goal is to build a weekend that feels electric, inclusive, and unapologetically queer — a place where people can show up fully as themselves and celebrate Pride in a way that's uniquely Seattle.”

— Murf Hall, Owner and executive producer of Queer/Pride Festival

What’s next

Tickets for the Seattle Queer/Pride Festival 2026 are available now on the festival's website.

The takeaway

The Queer/Pride Festival continues to be a vibrant celebration of LGBTQIA+ culture and artistry in Seattle, drawing large crowds to the city's Capitol Hill neighborhood each year with its diverse lineup of performers and events.