The Only Festival Dedicated to Dance, Music, and Arts by Queer & Trans Artists!
THE RHYTHM SEEKERS AND THE BOUNDARY BREAKERS
THE BOLD AND THE BEAUTIFUL
THE MOVERs AND SHAKERs
QALDF is for those ready to experience the rhythm of dance, the power of music, and the brilliance of queer and trans artistry across every form.
From Afro-Latin roots to queer creativity everywhere, this is where we gather, shine, and celebrate.
QALDF is for
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Three extraordinary nights where Queer and Trans performers light up the stage — with dance, drag, music, and art that reflect the diversity and brilliance of our community.
Sip, savor, and celebrate with a dazzling drag brunch experience that blends performance, community, and unapologetic queer joy. (Brunch just hits different when it’s this fabulous!)
Whether through a fun speed dating session, a social “mingle & meet,” or just spontaneous moments on the dance floor — QALDF creates spaces to connect, flirt, and build community.
With over 60 hours of dancing, partying, and celebration, QALDF fills your days and nights with pool parties, electrifying socials, and themed events featuring local and international DJs.
Workshops for Every Body
Inclusive and beginner-friendly, QALDF invites you to move, explore, and play in a wide spectrum of queer-led workshops — from Bachata and Salsa to Vogue, Hip Hop, Heels, and more.
A Festival Like No Other
The only dance, music, and arts festival dedicated to Queer and Trans artistry. From Afro-Latin roots to queer creativity across every genre, QALDF is where we gather, shine, and celebrate.
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"above all, it was just good vibes. i've never felt so much love and so much support from people i don't even know"
"every queer person who is into dance, no matter where you are in the country, you should go to the queer afro latin dance festival."
what they say...
"As a trans woman, I got to chill at a pool in a cute 2 piece bathing suit and people wanted to dance with me. It's an incredible feeling that I had yet to experience! I felt more than just tolerated at the festival as a whole, I felt desired and celebrated."
"It was like a glimpse into the world we could create where everyone is safe and celebrated for showing up authentically"
"It's felt like a battle to just be gay and female presenting in this world, and your festival allowed me to feel safe, accepted, and celebrated. I'm in tears thinking of it. I talked to my therapist about it and truly you've raised the bar for all festivals but also just the space I create and participate in, in my life. Thank you for what you've created."
QALDF - PRINT
65 USD
HOODIE - UNISEX
DANCING WITH MY CORAZÓN
70 usd
hoodie dress
QALDF
55 usd
HOODIE - UNISEX
2/3
qaldf print
55 usd
sports leggings
dancing with my corazón
45 usd
longline sports bra
QALDF PRINT
50 usd
SPORTS SHORTS
3/3
QALDF - PRINT
65 USD
HOODIE - UNISEX
DANCING WITH MY CORAZÓN
70 usd
hoodie dress
QALDF
55 usd
HOODIE - UNISEX
dancing with my corazón
45 usd
longline sports bra
QALDF PRINT
50 usd
SPORTS SHORTS
