The “It’s Not My Fault” singer will also serve as a grand marshal at the WorldPride Parade on June 7.
Pop powerhouse, Broadway breakout, and queer icon Reneé Rapp is turning up the volume for WorldPride 2025 in Washington, D.C.
Fresh off the release of her fiery new single, “Leave Me Alone,” Rapp is set to light up the stage at the WorldPride Music Festival, taking place June 6 and 7 at the RFK Festival Grounds. She joins an electrifying lineup that includes Jennifer Lopez, Troye Sivan, Paris Hilton, Kim Petras, Zedd, RAYE, Galantis, Purple Disco Machine, Tinashe, Sofi Tukker, Rita Ora, and more.
But that’s not all—Rapp will also serve as a grand marshal for the city’s iconic WorldPride Parade on June 7, cementing her place as one of Pride’s most visible and vocal champions.
A Star with Something to Say
Known for her breakout performances in Mean Girls and HBO’s The Sex Lives of College Girls, Rapp has also carved out a space in pop music with bold, emotionally raw hits like “It’s Not My Fault” and “Talk Too Much.”
She brings that same unfiltered energy to Pride.
“Pride is everything. It is protection, it is visibility, it is intersectional. But most importantly, it is a celebration of existence and protest,” Rapp said in a statement shared by WorldPride.
Her presence at both the parade and festival isn’t just another appearance—it’s a declaration.
The Biggest LGBTQ+ Music Festival in History?
This year’s WorldPride Music Festival is on track to be the largest LGBTQ+ music event ever, with more than 3 million people expected to attend WorldPride events across the city.
The two-day festival will feature four immersive stages, art installations, live performances across genres (pop, techno, house, drag, and more), and some of the most vibrant queer experiences ever assembled on the East Coast.
Produced by Dreamland’s Jake Resnicow, one of OUT100’s Most Influential LGBTQ People of the Year, in partnership with Capital Pride and Club Glow, the event blends entertainment with empowerment.
“WorldPride is about amplifying LGBTQ+ voices on a global stage,” said Resnicow. “Reneé Rapp represents everything this moment is about — authenticity, empowerment, and fearless queer joy.”
What’s New This Year?
In addition to Rapp’s must-see set, this year’s festival is debuting several exciting features:
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The Unity Stage: Showcasing local and international LGBTQ+ performers
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The Drag District: Hosted by RuPaul’s Drag Race winner Symone, with performances from Derrick Barry, Jimi The Kween, and glam courtesy of JLo Beauty
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Official After-Parties: 11 epic events across D.C., including sets by Zedd and Purple Disco Machine at the legendary Echostage
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The Pier Dance at The Wharf (June 8): Back-to-back sunset sets from Sofi (of Sofi Tukker) and LP Giobbi against the backdrop of D.C.’s stunning Southwest waterfront
Don’t Miss Out
Tickets—including General Admission, GA+, and VIP packages—are selling fast. For more information or to purchase tickets, head to WorldPride25.com.
Proceeds from the festival support Capital Pride Alliance and other local LGBTQ+ nonprofits.
For live updates and behind-the-scenes moments, follow @WorldPrideMusicFestival on Instagram.
Whether you’re dancing under the stars or marching in the streets, this year’s WorldPride celebration is shaping up to be unforgettable—and Reneé Rapp is ready to bring the house down.
