WorldPride 2025 lineup: Jennifer Lopez, Troye Sivan, RuPaul, Tinashe
| 02/18/25
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WorldPride 2025 is nigh!
(L-R) Jennifer Lopez; Troye Sivan; RuPaul
Tinseltown/Shutterstock; Wendell Teodoro/Getty Images; Frank Micelotta/ImageDirect via Getty ImagesThe lineup for WorldPride 2025 in Washington D.C. has arrived, and oh my Gaga is it gay!
Global superstars Jennifer Lopez and Troye Sivan are set to headline the sure-to-be iconic festival, alongside supermodel of the world RuPaul, Grammy-winning pop icon Kim Petras, dancing diva Tinashe, producer of the gay anthem "Break Free" Zedd, and dozens more!
“WorldPride Music Festival is a moment the world will remember,” Jake Resnicow, executive producer of the festival, said in a statement. “With legendary artists and our global community coming together, we’re creating an electrifying celebration that unites, uplifts, and amplifies LGBTQ+ voices like never before. Hosting this festival in our nation’s capital makes it even more powerful — it’s not just a party, it’s a global movement.”
The largest LGBTQ+ music festival in history takes place June 6-7 in Washington D.C., and is just a small part of the city's full month of LGBTQ+ celebrations from May 17-June 8. General admission, GA+, and VIP tickets are available now. Find more info at WorldPrideDC.org.
Scroll through to see the stellar lineup.
WorldPride 2025 trailer
First, see the trailer above for the WorldPride music festival, shared exclusively with Out.
Jennifer Lopez
At the forefront of the festival is Jennifer Lopez, a global icon whose music, performances, and allyship have made her an LGBTQ+ favorite for decades. From ballroom voguing classics like "Waiting for Tonight" to her electrifying Super Bowl halftime show, J.Lo has long celebrated queer culture and Latin pride. Expect an unforgettable headlining performance filled with high-energy choreography, pop perfection, and Pride anthems.
Troye Sivan
Joining her is Troye Sivan, one of pop’s biggest queer stars, whose dreamy synth-pop and raw, intimate lyrics have resonated with LGBTQ+ youth worldwide. His music, from the romantic haze of “Bloom” to the club-fueled energy of “Rush”, embodies what it means to be young, queer, and free.
"I'm so excited to perform at WorldPride in DC!" Sivan shares with Out. "At a time when community is more important than ever, celebrating love and pride feels like a necessity. Pride is all about joy, resilience, and making unforgettable memories, and I’m excited to be a part of this year’s celebrations!"
RuPaul
RuPaul is a name synonymous with queer culture. But this time, the drag legend is stepping into new territory—making history with an exclusive DJ set. RuPaul’s impact on LGBTQ+ nightlife, music, and representation is immeasurable, and seeing him behind the decks at WorldPride will be nothing short of iconic.
Kim Petras
Kim Petras, the Grammy-winning trans pop icon, continues to shatter industry ceilings with her infectious, club-ready sound. Whether it’s playful bops like “Coconuts” or the sultry ballads on Feed the Beast, Kim’s presence at WorldPride is a statement: trans artists belong on the biggest stages in the world.
Tinashe
Tinashe, an outspoken bisexual artist, continues to redefine R&B with genre-bending hits and electrifying performances.
Sasha Colby
For drag excellence, Sasha Colby, fresh off her RuPaul’s Drag Race win, will bring a jaw-dropping, theatrical performance that proves why she’s one of the most legendary trans performers of our time.
Paris Hilton
Paris Hilton returns to the DJ booth with a set packed with Y2K nostalgia, house beats, and her signature club energy.
"I'm beyond excited to be performing at WorldPride in Washington, D.C. this June," Hilton shares with Out. "Pride is about unity, freedom and being unapologetically you. It's going to be an unforgettable weekend of music, love and celebration with our incredible LGBTQ+ community and allies from around the world."
Zedd
Zedd, who has helped shape some of the most iconic LGBTQ+ anthems in pop history. From producing Lady Gaga’s ARTPOP to co-creating Ariana Grande’s Break Free, Zedd’s music has become a staple of Pride playlists worldwide.
Raye
Pop powerhouse RAYE joins the lineup fresh off a career-defining year. Known for her soulful storytelling and fearless approach to industry change, her set is bound to be one of the festival’s standout moments.
Trisha Paytas
From internet star to the mainstage, Trisha Paytas is ready to take the main stage!
Rita Ora
Global icon Rita Ora is set to storm the stage at WorldPride.
Grimes
Queer talent continues to dominate across genres, with Grimes, the futuristic cyber-pop innovator, who has long championed nonconformity and queer identity in both music and art.
Marina
Marina, minus the diamons, will hopefully perform her hits at World Pride 2025.
Betty Who
And then there’s Betty Who, an artist who has built an unshakable bond with the LGBTQ+ community through feel-good anthems and unfiltered joy. Her music has long been a soundtrack for self-love, and WorldPride will be no exception
Coco & Breezy
Coco & Breezy, the twin DJs shaking up queer nightlife, will deliver an infectious set blending house and techno.
Slayyyter
Hyperpop provocateur Slayyyter, with her trashy-glam, bisexual pop aesthetic, is ready to deliver an unfiltered, high-energy performance that blends nostalgia with the future of queer pop.
Sofi Tukker
Sofi Tukker, the genre-fluid duo, will deliver their signature blend of global dance, androgynous energy, and non-stop fun.
Galantis
Festival-favorite Galantis will deliver an explosive electronic set, keeping the energy sky-high all weekend.
Purple Disco Machine
Dancefloor icon Purple Disco Machine will bring his signature disco-infused house beats.
Aluna
Aluna is sure to bring the electornic dance bops to the WorldPride stage.
Anabel Englund
Deep house vocalist Anabel Englund is also on the lineup.
Anne Louise
Globally renowned LGBTQ+ DJ Anne Louise brings the party.
Crush Club
Ready to dance? Crush Club sure is.
Dombresky presents Disco Dom
Dombresky presents Disco Dom, a fusion of house and disco, is set to bring a throwback, feel-good groove to WorldPride.
Hayla
Rising dancefloor star Hayla's powerhouse vocals have fueled some of the biggest house tracks of the year.
Kaleena Zanders
Kaleena Zanders, one of dance music’s most powerful Black queer voices, is set to deliver soulful house vocals that command the stage.
Karsten Sollors
House and techno DJ Karsten Sollors will take the stage at WorldPride 2025.
Leland + Friends
Leland, the openly gay songwriter behind Troye Sivan, RuPaul, and Selena Gomez, are stepping into the spotlight with their own infectious, emotionally charged pop music.
LP Giobbi
LP Giobbi, the feminist force behind Femme House, is bringing her euphoric, piano-driven beats to the festival.
Matt Suave
Matt Suave will bring his DJ sounds to the World Pride stage this summer.
Patrick Mason
Patrick Mason, the Berlin-based queer techno powerhouse, brings his bold, avant-garde underground sound to the festival.
Spencer Brown
Spencer Brown will bring the heat to his electronic set.
Ty Sunderland
NYC DJ Ty Sunderland will bring his electronic sounds to the mainstage.
Sagi Kariv
Sagi Kariv, Israel’s most celebrated gay DJ, will take the crowd on a high-energy circuit music journey.
Essel
Essel, one of the fastest-rising LGBTQ+ DJs, promises a high-energy, soulful house experience.
