“Made with Pride” Headliners Connected to Community
April 21, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
“Made with Pride” Headliners Connected to Community
PORTLAND, OR: Pride Northwest is proud to announce the 2026 Portland Pride Waterfront Festival headliners. The Portland Pride Waterfront Festival and Parade happens July 18+19, 2026. Located at Tom McCall Waterfront Park and official satellite locations throughout Downtown Portland.
About the Theme
“Made with Pride” recognizes the intentional work the LGBTQ2SIA+ community has done to shape our existence - past, present and future. By highlighting historical “architects of Pride” and today’s culture leaders we not only celebrate Pride, we resist the injustices our marginalized communities are facing.
Headliner Spotlights
Pride Northwest is elated to feature three dynamic artists who embody the spirit of “Made with Pride”. These headliners are not only talented in their craft they are lighthouses that will be connecting with the Portland community through activations beyond the stage.
Deja Skye- From “RuPaul’s Drag Race” Season 14 & All Stars Season 10, DeJa Skye blends bass, beauty, and bold attitude into every performance. Whether she’s behind the decks or shoulder twerking under neon lights, she is all about loud music and unapologetic fabulousness. When DJ DeJa is in the house, the party doesn’t just start… it ERUPTS!
Deja’s set will feature local drag artists who will take the stage with her for a fabulous Pride moment!
Tenderoni- Tenderoni is a Chicago-based Drag King known for 90s-inspired performances, Puerto-Rican pride and signature rhinestoned looks. Blending nostalgia with next-level showmanship, Tenderoni has brought his powerhouse performances to stages around the world, from Sasha Velour’s NightGowns to Stockholm and Montreal Pride.
Making history as the first ever king to win Alaska Thunderfuck’s Drag Queen of the Year pageant, Tenderoni continues to break boundaries while turning heads. His work has been spotlighted by The New York Times, Vogue Brasil, Pride.com, and Forbes, and featured in national campaigns for brands like YouTube, Skittles, Taco Bell, and Smirnoff. Most recently, Tenderoni served the role of recurring judge on King of Drag, the first ever televised all-king drag competition series, cementing his reign as a trailblazer shaping the future of drag.
Tenderoni’s set will feature local drag kings, giving even more visibility to the “BOOK DRAG KINGS” movement, which champions more inclusive drag performance activations.
Lushious Massacr- Known for her “Dragvestigations” YouTube series, she has taken the world by storm, winning a Queerty Award in 2026 for her digital drag series. Hailing from Brownsville, Texas, Lushious Massacr is a Makeup Artist who in 2022 won a Creative Emmy Award for her work on We’re Here.
Lushious’s set will feature Noche Kaliente, a local Latiné drag troupe.
Each headliner represents the makers of our cultural moment. These artists intentionally create spaces for celebration, visibility and education.
Mission and Support
Pride Northwest remains committed to its core mission: encouraging and celebrating the positive diversity of the LGBTQ2SIA+ community, and to assist in the education of all people through the development of activities that showcase the history, accomplishments, and talents of these communities.
To sustain Pride Northwest’s vital work and ensure these celebrations continue empowering our community, we encourage individuals and allies to donate ahead of time by securing a ticket. Fast pass gate tickets are now available for $20!
To purchase fast pass, VIP, or other ticket tiers check out the link below:
