The second edition of Quezon City’s Pride event dubbed “LoveLaban 2 Everyone 2024” is just around the corner, and members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ+) community and allies are marching to QC Memorial Circle this weekend.
On Wednesday, QC Mayor Joy Belmonte shared on social media the lineup of celebrities and personalities who will be performing in the event.
“’Lovelaban 2 Everyone’ is going to be the biggest Philippine Pride event ever,” the mayor’s post read.
According to the Quezon City government, there were roughly 110,000 attendees last year, and they are expecting more Filipinos to join the whole day event.
This celebration will happen on Saturday at the QC Memorial Circle.
Yan ang line up! LoveLaban 2 Everyone is going to be the BIGGEST Philippine Pride event ever!
Be part of Filipino queer history. Ipakita natin sa buong mundo kung paano tayo mag-celebrate ng Pride sa Pilipinas! pic.twitter.com/M18Ni7ldw6
— Mayor Joy Belmonte (@QCMayorJoy) June 19, 2024
Konting kembot na lang, LoveLaban 2 Everyone na!🏳️🌈
Exciting activities at pasabog na performances from the country’s biggest stars ang naghihintay sa mga makikisaya at makikibaka sa Pride Festival. pic.twitter.com/ytGUYkSenn
— Quezon City Government (@QCGov) June 18, 2024
Hosts
This year, more than 70 celebrities and personalities will take the stage to promote their advocacy LGBTQ+ rights advocacy and join the Pride event.
Pride PH, a non-profit organization that advocates for equality and inclusivity within the LGBTQ+ community, which is organizing the event along with the QC government, posted the list of confirmed hosts and performers on Facebook.
This year’s hosts are:
- Sassa Gurl
- Adrian Lindayag
- Christian Antolin
- Pipay
- Yani Villarosa
- Alex Diaz
- Nicole Cordoves
- Gian Bernardino
- Esnyr
- Tita Krissy Achino
- Bong Gonzales
- Sky Teotico
- Ate Dick
- Kaladkaren
- Cam Lagmay
Performers
Amid the rising popularity of local drag community following the success of drag shows like ”Drag Race Philippines” and “Drag Den”, several drag artists are among the anticipated guest performers at the QC Pride event. These are:
- Marina Summers
- Naia
- Deja
- Russia Fox
- Barbie Q
- M1ss Jade So
- Feyvah Fatale
- Astrid Mercury
- Tiny Deluxe
- Lady Gagita
- ØV CÜNT
- Mrs. Tan
- Matilduh
- Hana Beshie
- Viñas DeLuxe
- Bernie
- Brigiding
- O-A
- Captivating Katkat
- Maxie Andreison
- Jean Vilogue
- Maria Christina
- Marlyn/Heart Burns
- Elvira
- Pura Luka Vega
- Precious Paula Nicole
- Mac N’ Sheesh
Aside from drag performances, the following Original Pilipino Music artists and personalities are also ready to celebrate Pride month.
- BINI
- Vice Ganda
- Denise Julia
- Juan Karlos
- Janine Teñoso
- Raven Heyres
- VXON
- G22
- YML
- Elijah Canlas
- Nica del Rosario
- Justine Peña
- Matthew Chang
- LESQREW
- Janella Salvador
- Lance Reblando
- Stef Aranas
- DJ AYEL
- PEABO
- GLOC-9
- Sandiwa
- Paul Pablo
- Kokoy De Santos
Reminders
Meanwhile, with the large crowd expected, Pride PH advised attendees to pack lightly and bring essentials such as umbrellas, masks, water bottles, and more to prepare for the day-long festivities.
It said that pets are also welcome to the join the event but owners are advised to observe park rules and follow the city ordinances.