werQfest
July 8, 2023
The Big Top
5pm Gates
5:30 Festival

Lineup:
Durand Bernarr

Jaida Essence Hall

ft. Sunny Rain, DJ Nico Marie, Umami, DJ PBnJeffy, Kristopher Lay, Robinson, Richard
TENS Live! ft Maven Logik Lee
Satellite Stage: Miyonnee Sateek and Kimaiya Hall Dance Company

WerQfest returns for our fourth annual event! This year will feature a headlining performance by national recording artist, Durand Benarr, a special performance by RuPaul Drag Race Season 12 Winner, Jaida Essence Hall, and a host of thrilling performances by St. Louis Black LGBTQIA+ artists. 

Two “WerQ Awards” will be presented in recognition of dedication, innovation, and visionary contributions to the artistic and overall Black queer community in St. Louis, a vendor market featuring Black and brown-led businesses — curated by ForTheCultureSTL. Our 2023 Merch collection will benefit an organization working to provide resources for underserved and Black communities, especially LGBTQ+.
 
WerQfest is an arts and culture festival highlighting the black queer, trans and non-binary community. Our mission is to use the power of arts & entertainment to create safe spaces & amplify artists, organizations, and voices within the Black queer community. 
Recently named “Best Arts & Music Festival 2022” by Riverfront Times.

MEET & GREET
Meet and Greet + Photo with RuPaul Drag Race Season 12 Winner, Jaida Essence Hall, 6:50 PM (Requires a separate ticket.)

Ages 18+ Unless Accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
There is a $3 minor surcharge at the door.