LA PRIDE 2026 BRINGS THE PARTY TO HOLLYWOOD BLVD WITH PRIDE VILLAGE PERFORMERS
Bentley Robles, Princess Superstar, Cassidy King, Nekeith,
Trans Chorus of Los Angeles, Amber Ryann, and More Set to Perform Following the Parade on June 14
Los Angeles, CA, April 7, 2026 — Christopher Street West Association (CSW), the 501(c)(3) nonprofit that organized the world’s first permitted LGBTQ+ parade, today announced the lineup of performers set to take the stage at LA Pride 2026’s Pride Village following the official Parade taking place Sunday, June 14. The Pride Village continues to serve as a free and open-to-the-public gathering space for celebration, community resources, local vendors, nonprofit organizations, and cultural expression.
This year’s program will feature performances by Bentley Robles, Princess Superstar, Cassidy King, Nekeith, Preciosa Night, the Trans Chorus of Los Angeles, and Amber Ryann—bringing together a dynamic mix of emerging voices and established talent that reflects the diversity, creativity, and cultural impact of the LGBTQ+ community.
“This year’s lineup is a true reflection of our community: bold, diverse, and full of rising talent,” said Kareem Cervantes, CSW Board Vice President. “It was important for us not only to celebrate Pride, but to use this moment to elevate and center up-and-coming queer artists, alongside collaborators and allies who actively champion and support the community.”
The Pride Village experience will also spotlight a series of curated programming including a showcase from the season one cast of King of Drag–the first-ever drag king competition series–presented by Revry and co-hosted by Damian Pelliccione and Mayhem Miller; Preciosa Night, celebrating queer Latinx nightlife and culture; and the LA Pride Ball, presented by the iconic House of Ninja. Acclaimed DJs from iHeartRadio will be spinning throughout the day.
As previously announced, the theme of the 56th Annual LA Pride Parade is “Rise with Pride,” reflecting the resilience of a community that continues to rise through change, challenge, and collective growth. CSW also announced the 2026 Grand Marshals: Jeff Hiller as Celebrity Grand Marshal, Mia Yamamoto as Community Grand Marshal, and the late Shirley Raines as Legacy Grand Marshal. Their visibility, courage, and lifelong commitment to authenticity reflect the enduring strength and evolution of the LGBTQIA+ community.
The LA Pride Parade route will begin at Sunset Blvd. and Highland Ave., traveling north to Hollywood Blvd., east to Cahuenga Blvd., and south back to Sunset Blvd. Pride Village, stretching along Hollywood Boulevard from Vine Street to Gower Street. Applications for both the Parade and Pride Village are now open.
LA Pride is sponsored in part by Coca-Cola – the Official Soft Drink of LA Pride, Delta Air Lines, the Official Airline of LA Pride, Fertility and Surgical Associates, H&M, Hot Topic, L.A. Care Health Plan, Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board, MAC Cosmetics, Sony Pictures Entertainment, as well as returning Official Radio & Media Partner iHeartMedia Los Angeles. A&CO (www.aubryandco.com) serves as LA Pride’s partnership agency. The Prima Agency serves as LA Pride’s longtime official production agency for the LA Pride Parade (holaprima.com). CG Events serves as LA Pride’s official production agency for LA Pride Village (cgevents.co). The Pride Village is made possible with support from The Hollywood Partnership and Los Angeles City Council District 13, represented by LA City Councilmember Hugo Soto-Martinez.
LA PRIDE VILLAGE PERFORMER BIOS
Bentley Robles is an emerging pop artist turning heartbreak into anthems, amassing over 12 million career streams and earning recognition as one of pop’s most exciting new voices. His EPs UGLY CRIER and CHAOTIC EROTICA garnered major playlist support from Spotify and praise from outlets including Wonderland, NOTION, and LADYGUNN. In 2025, Bentley was named an artist to watch by the Recording Academy and Rolling Stone following standout performances at GRAMMY House, Mighty Hoopla, and SXSW London. Fresh off an international tour with ZEE MACHINE and a 2026 Queerty nomination for Breakout Musical Artist, he is poised for a breakout year with his debut album Olympus, set for release this year, featuring the single “Phantom Feelings” with Frankie Grande.
Princess Superstar is the unapologetic, genre-defying “party people’s princess” who has been shaping the sound of pop, hip-hop, and electronic music since the early 2000s. Known for her signature “Flip Flop” rhyming style and fearless authenticity, she has collaborated with icons including Kool Keith, Grandmaster Flash, Armand Van Helden, and Stuart Price, while earning admiration from artists like Doja Cat and Grimes. After years of cult influence, she reemerged in a major way with a gold-certified viral hit tied to Saltburn and a David Guetta remix, igniting a new generation of fans. Her recent releases—including Goddess and a slate of high-profile collaborations—mark a powerful return, with her brand new album being scheduled for release in May 2026. Her latest single YUM-ME has already gained a fantastic response from fans worldwide.
Cassidy King is a singer-songwriter known for her intimate, emotionally raw music that explores the aftermath of sapphic love with poignant lyricism and forward-thinking production. As a proud queer artist, she creates space for deeply personal stories that resonate widely, helping listeners feel seen through her honesty and vulnerability. Raised in a small Midwestern town, King’s career took off after a viral performance on X reached millions, launching her into the spotlight. She has since released three EPs—Concrete Walls, Not So Picture Perfect, and Every So Often—the latter marking a bold evolution in both sound and storytelling, signaling an exciting new chapter in her artistry.
Nekeith is an American transgender hip-hop artist, songwriter, actress, and Recording Academy member known for her bold voice and fearless authenticity. Raised in High Point, North Carolina, she began her music career at 15 and quickly gained attention with early releases, going on to open for K. Michelle and perform at major festivals while amplifying LGBTQ+ representation in hip hop. Her projects—including No Homophobia, Androgynous Queen, GLOW, and her latest album TRANSETTER—have helped spark conversations around queer visibility and identity in the genre. Beyond music, Nekeith has expanded into acting and media, making her television debut in 2024 and launching The Transetter Podcast. With over 250,000 streams and Grammy consideration for her recent singles, she continues to build a trailblazing career rooted in authenticity, resilience, and cultural impact.
Preciosa Night is an award-winning, queer Latin women’s nightlife experience and cultural movement founded by content creators, EDENXJAY.
What started as a response to the lack of representation in nightlife has grown into a nationally recognized space where community, culture, and perreo collide. Officially recognized by the City of Los Angeles and the City of San Mateo, and named one of the Best Queer Parties by L.A. Weekly and one of the Best Latin Nightlife Experiences of 2025 by the Los Angeles Times, Preciosa Night continues to push boundaries across every dance floor it touches across the U.S.
Rooted in reggaeton, cumbias, dembow, and Latin sounds, Preciosa creates space for POC, Latinx, and WLW communities to exist loudly, freely, and without apology.
The Trans Chorus of Los Angeles is the nation’s premiere all Trans-Identified Chorus, consisting of Transgender, Non-Binary, Intersex, Gender-Non-Conforming and Gender-Fluid individuals. TCLA Celebrates diversity and acceptance in our appearance and vocal presentation so that others can see and feel the joy we share. Through our music we bring to the world awareness, understanding, power and victory for the Trans Community.
Amber Ryann is an artist and producer rapidly emerging as a dynamic new voice in music. Her debut album Even When It Falls Apart has earned strong acclaim, alongside an impressive slate of over 20 sync placements across film and television, including Vengeance, Naomi, All American: Homecoming, Good Trouble, Nancy Drew, and Freeridge. Her work has also garnered support from outlets such as SPIN, Alt Press, and Punkaganda. Beyond her releases, Amber has cultivated a highly engaged digital presence, with more than 80,000 followers on TikTok and a growing audience across Instagram, YouTube, and Twitch. Through her independent platform, “Underrated Artist Season,” she has built a thriving community, solidifying her reputation as both a compelling artist and an influential emerging creator.
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ABOUT LA PRIDE
LA Pride is produced by Christopher Street West Association (CSW), the 501(c)(3) nonprofit that organized the world’s first permitted LGBTQ+ parade on June 28, 1970. For more than five decades, CSW has remained an active voice for the LGBTQ+ community of Greater Los Angeles, working with nonprofit, philanthropic, and community partners to build access, advocacy, and celebration for all.
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