2026 Festival Entertainment Lineup

From Main Stage Moments to Kids Zone Magic

Get ready for a full day of celebration, community, and incredible entertainment at the 2026 Lancaster Pride Festival!

From Main Stage moments to Kids Zone magic, this year’s entertainment lineup brings together local talent, community favorites, and unforgettable experiences. Join us on Saturday, June 20 at Penn Medicine Park and spend the day dancing, singing along, making memories, and celebrating Pride together.

Headliner Spotlight: NES

We’re thrilled to welcome NES as the official headliner of the 2026 Lancaster Pride Festival.

NES is the current reigning Miss Lancaster Pride, holding the title for the second consecutive year. A proud transgender Latinx woman, NES is known for her unique and intentional style, rooted in the belief that drag should be more than just performing a song, it should be an experience.

Her impact extends far beyond the stage. NES was formally recognized at the Pennsylvania State Capitol by a state representative for her vital contributions to the LGBTQ+ community. In just one year, she captured three titles. Two of them within 24 hours! Solidifying her rising presence in the drag and pageant world.

NES is also featured in the upcoming documentary Amish Country Queer, which highlights the vibrant LGBTQ+ community in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.

Expect a high-energy performance that celebrates artistry, self-expression, and the magic of live entertainment as NES takes over the Main Stage.

PERFORMANCE TIMES: 1:00 & 2:10 PM

Main Stage Entertainment

From opening moments to closing celebrations, the Main Stage will keep the energy going all day long with a packed lineup of performers, artists, speakers, and community voices.

Catch performances from more than 50 drag queens and kings, experience live sets from a variety of bands and musicians, hear from community speakers and special guests, dance along with a live DJ, and enjoy appearances from a fantastic lineup of hosts guiding the day’s celebration.

Whether you’re here for the music, the artistry, the performances, or the chance to celebrate together, the Main Stage is where unforgettable Pride moments happen.

Additional performer announcements and schedule details are still to come - stay tuned as we reveal more of this year’s lineup.

Kids Zone

A welcoming and inclusive space for families to enjoy storytelling, creativity, and interactive fun.

Highlights Include:

  • All Day – Pride Illustrations & Art Activities (Sponsored by the Pennsylvania College of Art & Design)

  • 1:15 PM – Drag Queen Story Hour with Miss Amie

  • 2:15 PM - Potato Sack Race

  • 3:30 PM – River Barry: Bubble Magician

  • 5:15 PM - Drag Bingo

Drag Story Hour with Miss Amie

Amie Vanité has been one of Eastern Pennsylvania's most talented Professional Drag Entertainers for over 22 years.

Amie started Pennsylvania’s first official Chapter of Drag Story Hour in 2018. Singing songs she plays on her guitar and also reading stories about kindness, respect, inclusivity, and love – she continues to share her programs at many Pride Festivals and other gatherings each year, catering to Eastern and South Central PA.

Amie made her film debut in 2020 with the release of DUST NUGGETS, winner of the “Best Made in Reading” award during the 2020 ReadingFilmFEST. She’s also had the opportunity to meet and perform with many celebrities in her career – including Lancaster’s own, Jonathan Groff.

Amie's titles include Miss Beck Hall 2006, Miss Basketcase 2009, Miss Red Star 2010, Miss Runway 2010, Miss Cheers Tavern, Miss Malibooz, The Queen of CABARET, and Reading Pride Celebration Ambassador 2022.

Bubble Magic with River Barry

A One-of-a-Kind Magic Act Combining Bubbles, Magic, and Wonder.

With over 20 years in the entertainment industry, River Barry is one of the most unique and sought-after performers today. Combining bubbles, magic, and dance, his passion for people and exceptional understanding of their behavior have helped him create an extraordinary magic act—one that is truly one-of-a-kind in the world.

Bring the whole family and experience moments of surprise, delight, and a little bit of magic together.

Don’t Miss a Moment

Whether you’re gathering at the Main Stage for live performances or making memories together in the Kids Zone, entertainment at Lancaster Pride is all about celebrating creativity, connection, and community.

⏰ Please Note: Entertainment schedules, performance times, and appearances are subject to change. Follow @lancasterpride and check festival signage on event day for the most up-to-date information.