Rochester Queer Arts Festival

🎨✨ Sponsorship Opportunities Are Now Open for the 2026 Rochester Queer Arts Festival! ✨🌈 We’re excited to announce that sponsorships are now available for the 2026 Rochester Queer Arts Festival at Village Gate Square! Each year, the festival brings together LGBTQIA+ artists, performers, vendors, and thousands of attendees for a vibrant celebration of queer creativity, culture, and community. From live performances and visual art to local vendors, food, and interactive experiences, the festival continues to grow as one of Western New York’s most dynamic cultural events. By partnering with us as a sponsor, you help: 🌈 Support LGBTQIA+ artists and creators 🎭 Expand performances and cultural programming 🛍️ Grow opportunities for local vendors and small businesses 🎉 Create a welcoming, inclusive celebration for the entire community Visit queerartsfest.com/sponsor to view our sponsorship levels and see what we have in store for 2026. 📩 Businesses and organizations interested in partnering with the festival can email [email protected] to start the conversation. Let’s make 2026 the biggest Rochester Queer Arts Festival yet! #RochesterQueerArtsFestival #QueerArts #RochesterNY #SupportQueerArtists #LGBTQArts FestivalSeason

Thank you, @trilliumhealthny , @friendsoftrilliumhealth !

🌈✨ IT’S OFFICIAL! ✨🌈 Applications are now OPEN for Vendors and Performers for the 3rd Annual Rochester Queer Arts Festival — and we are so excited to welcome the next wave of queer brilliance to the festival. We’re going bigger and better in 2026, with an expanded footprint, more opportunities for artists and performers, and a whole lot of intentional growth. The Rochester Queer Arts Festival has become a joyful gathering space for queer creativity, community, and connection — and this next chapter is all about leveling up while keeping that heart firmly intact. Expect more art, more performance, more visibility, and more ways for audiences to engage with the incredible talent in our community. We’re also rolling out some fabulous upgrades and surprises that we can’t wait to share very soon… trust us, they’re worth the wait. If you’re a queer artist, maker, performer, or community organization looking to be part of something vibrant, affirming, and proudly unapologetic — this is your sign. Applications are open now, and we cannot wait to see what you bring to the table (and the stage). ✨ 2026 is coming in hot — and it’s going to be unforgettable.

Check out #unity by @rainbowcammo a fabulous scent from our Title Sponsor at @rocqueerarts this month! @dragme2thestage GREAT for self care or Holiday Shopping!!! One of the many fabulous businesses at @thevillagegatesquare and also available online! rainbowcammo.com

Part 1: Alice. Presenting the whimsical 26 piece collection entitled “Hey Alice, Somewhere over THIS Rainbow!” by @blazindonuts ! Jewelry by @kdouglasjewelry ! Part of the @rocqueerarts festival and No Labels: Fashion without Gender Runway #blazindonuts #wearableart #fabricartist #patchwork #rochesterfashion #rochesterfashionweek

So proud of my partners at @dragme2thestage , @rocco2082 , @splevins , and @mrskashadavis ! We received proclamations and recognition for @rocqueerarts from The City of Rochester, The NY Senate, and The NY Assembly yesterday. @cityofrochesterny @mayormalikevans @nysenate @senatorbrouk @nysa_majority @harrybbronson @thevillagegatesquare

What rain? We found that rainbow down the runway, No Labels: Fashion without Gender! I am grateful for those who make my life FULL! Thanks @rocqueerarts @kdouglasjewelry @lucianddona @queuequeer @arkonnamirage @malakhimouse #blazindonuts #fabricartist #fabricart #patchwork #heyalicesomewhereoverTHISrainbow

The rain couldn’t put a damper on the pride vibes during today’s @rocqueerarts festival. The event, held at @thevillagegatesquare , included bendors, music, drag, and all things rainbow.🌈

Wooo hoooo the @rocqueerarts filled my heart with so much JOY!!!! Thank you to the community for coming out to celebrate Artisians at the @thevillagegatesquare THERE WERE SOOOO MANY SMILES!!!! ♥️💐✨ Congratulations to my @dragme2thestage partners @timevanicki & @splevins !!! Thank you to our sponsors @wowpresentsplus @rainbowcammo @crisp_rochester @roccitymag @rochesterroar @richard.sarkis2 @jsackett30 @harrybbronson @imageoutroc @wegmans @tinytoxer_michelle @trilliumhealthny @heymistr @prideandjoy_homes_team @harley1917 @gcvmuseum @nittygrittyhairandwax @thestrathallanhotel

Happening now at the fabulous @rocqueerarts festival. Warning: These harmonies may get you misty-eyed! “Omnia Sol” = everywhere sun / light. 💖

TODAY! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ Come support local artists and the community at the Rochester Queer Arts Festival! Find our table to support local artists, Victor GSA and of course, the team! See you there 🐦‍🔥