QUUeer Fête
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QUUeer Fête 2026: Baton Rouge’s queer music festival

A Celebration of Queer Music, Advocacy, and Joy

Saturday, October 17, 2026 4:30 to 9 PM Unitarian Church of Baton Rouge 8470 Goodwood Blvd. (opens in Google Maps)

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  • Open to all
  • Family friendly
  • Alcohol-free
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A performer with red hair and a floral top laughs and reaches toward the crowd at QUUeer Fête 2025.

The third annual QUUeer Fête

A weekend of music, poetry, drag, and deep theological reflection

QUUeer Fête is an LGBTQIA+ affirming and centering space that thrives on the presence and power of allies and accomplices.

In these times, the most defiant thing we can do is celebrate.

  • QF+ Keynote Queer Encounters and the Practice of Flirtatious Hope

    Featuring renowned queer UU theologian Rev. Sean Neil-Barron. A light hors d’oeuvres reception will follow.

    Can’t make it? Watch the livestream on YouTube

    Friday, Oct. 16 7:00 to 8:00 PM

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  • The Festival QUUeer Fête Celebration

    Our main-stage celebration featuring live music, poetry, drag performances, and food!

    See the schedule

    Saturday, Oct. 17 4:30 to 9:00 PM

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2026 Lineup

Joy Clark, smiling, plays a blue electric guitar on stage in a gold and brown patterned sweater.

Joy Clark on Linktree

Louisiana-born singer-songwriter and guitarist Joy Clark brings together folk, Americana, soul, and rich Louisiana musical traditions to create a sound that is both deeply personal and unmistakably Southern. A proud, queer Black artist raised just outside New Orleans, Clark’s music explores themes of identity, freedom, love, authenticity and belonging. Her powerful songwriting, expressive vocals and exceptional guitar work have earned her national recognition, appearances at AmericanaFest, and opportunities to perform alongside artists including Allison Russell, Brandi Carlile, the Indigo Girls, and Grammy-winning musician Cyril Neville.

The five members of the Gais Do Do Band sit with their instruments in front of a large oak tree, a small rainbow flag at their feet.

The Gais Do Do Band on Instagram

Dance with pride to the Cajun music of the Gais Do Do Band. Their tight rhythms and French lyrics will get you up and moving. The star-studded band features Gina Forsyth on fiddle and vocals, Rosemary Benoit on accordion and fiddle and Maegen Benoit on drums and vocals. Jan Boney brings rhythm guitar and Sam Wróbel adds bass to that rhythm that keeps you on your feet. Dance like you wanna! (Photo by Robin May.)

Featuring

Saturday schedule

  1. to All eveningDoors open with concessions, the bookstore, lawn games, kids’ activities, and community resources
  2. to Dinner and concessions available
  3. to Welcome and opening entertainment
  4. to The Gais Do Do Band with Cajun musicDancing encouraged
  5. to Spoken word and drag entertainment
  6. to Joy Clark
  7. to RaffleMust be present to win

Questions and answers

We are amplifying queer voices and fostering allyship for the entire community. We offer tickets at all price points and ask that you purchase a ticket that fits with your financial situation.

Is this event for only LGBTQ and Queer people?

Absolutely not, we hope all people, queer and not, will attend.

Can I bring children?

Yes! We will have some kid-friendly activities and a bookstore with books for all ages. There is no charge for children 12 and under to enter.

Will there be food for sale?

Yes. We will have chili (vegan, gluten free and meat options), homemade desserts, sodas and snacks available.

Can we bring our own drinks?

We ask that only beverages purchased on site be consumed while in attendance.

What if a $15 meal is not in my budget?

Not to worry… we promise there will be plenty to eat regardless of your budget. 🙂 Our members love to cook!

Resource partners

Stop by the tables from these resource partners throughout the evening to learn more about how they provide support to the community.

  • Leur Maison

    Building a sense of home and belonging for Southern LGBTQ+ creatives by creating space for connection through collaborative community art projects and exhibitions.

  • Louisiana Trans Advocates

    An organization for trans people, by trans people. Louisiana Trans Advocates pushes for trans rights, hosts monthly support groups in cities across the state, and offers trainings statewide.

  • PFLAG Greater Baton Rouge

    The local chapter of the nation’s largest organization dedicated to supporting, educating and advocating for LGBTQ+ people and those who love them.

  • Ascension Pride

    Dedicated to supporting and uplifting the LGBTQIA+ community in Ascension Parish by promoting inclusivity and hosting events that celebrate identity, visibility and love.

  • Baton Rouge Pride

    The official LGBT+ Pride of the Capital City. The nonprofit hosts Baton Rouge’s annual Pride Fest and keeps a directory of local businesses that support the LGBT+ community.

  • Unitarian Church of Baton Rouge

    Our host congregation. UCBR is a Unitarian Universalist church that puts its faith into action, working with local, national, and international partners for justice and equality.