At Dragfort, we elevate and celebrate LGBTQIA+ culture and the magic of expressing our most authentic selves.
It’s more than just drag, parties, and performance (though it’s definitely that!) – it’s about creating a space for everyone to be themselves. Join late night parties, drag extravaganzas, and festival-wide activations made for community building, cultural education, and personal expression.
Dragfort is all about creating safe spaces for queer people across the spectrum to feel acknowledged, affirmed, and supported. Allies and those looking to reach a higher understanding of the LGBTQIA+ community are always welcome to participate and enjoy Dragfort events.
Here are a few tips to help you join in the excitement that comes with all Dragfort events:
💖 CONSENT IS SEXY!! Do NOT touch the performers, especially their hair!!! (Yes, it is real – not a wig). You shouldn’t be touching anyone unless you have their enthusiastic consent. It’s easy to get carried away in such a lively atmosphere, but remember to respect the performers and your fellow audience members.
💖 MONEY PLEASE!!! These performers are giving it their all. Show them some love in the form of $1 and $5 bills if they are giving you life…or go big with a $20 if they knocked your fanny pack off!
💖 DON’T BE SHY! When you see something incredible, show them you love it! Clap, scream and shout for these performers, they LOVE an active audience. Share the joy and excitement of the show with the rest of the crowd, and be in the moment! Dress up: these performers are serving looks with a full face of glam, so you can show a little flare as well if you would like. You can never have too much sparkle and glitz!!!
💖 SHARE THE MOMENT! Bring a friend or make a new one at the show. This is a totally inclusive space, and we love new fans and new friends. It’s going to be a night to remember, so share that moment with your besties. Feel free to snap photos and videos and tag your fave performers, unless otherwise instructed by a Dragfort host.
Find queens and kings sashaying, posing and performing Thursday 3/21 and Saturday 3/23 at The Balcony (21+) during the festival. You can catch most performances at The Balcony with additional pop-up performances and kikis like Drag Brunch, Pink Runway Party and other fort crossover events happening at various spots throughout the festival footprint.
Dragfort programming is included in your 5-day or 1-day GA or Zipline Pass. Walk up tickets may be available at The Balcony for $30 for drag performances or $15 for DJs and afterparties.
DRAGFORT 2024 PERFORMERS
Meatball
Meatball is the savior we need to “Protect Bad Drag!” She is an iconic Los Angeles drag artist, comedian, and creator of the hit party Fat Slut, which celebrates drag, trans fats, and promiscuous behavior! She co-hosts the podcast Sloppy Seconds with Big Dipper and Meatball and loves to yawn while interviewing guests. Meatball will be doing a live episode of Sloppy Seconds with Big Dipper and Meatball, and a very sexy, sloppy All You Can Eat with Meatball event.
• Sloppy Seconds live podcast: Wed. 3/20 @ The Balcony | 5-6pm
• All You Can Eat with Meatball: Thur. 3/21 @ The Balcony | 8-10 pm
Big Dipper
Big Dipper is a recording artist, producer, and podcast host known for his big boy bearish style, playful personality, and brash sexual behavior. From his huge collection of hit music videos like “LaCroix Boi” and “Lookin'” to his exciting live show, Big Dipper will always leave you wanting more. Big Dipper will be doing a live episode of Sloppy Seconds with Big Dipper and Meatball.
• Sloppy Seconds live podcast: Wed. 3/20 @ The Balcony | 5-6pm
• CLUB SQUIRT!: Fri. 3/22 @ Bus Station | 11pm-2am
Delta Work
Delta Work is an Emmy Winning Chicago Drag Queen with decades in the industry. She is known for her style, witty banter, and excellent taste in ice. Her award winning podcast Very Delta is a viral sensation due to her specific yet completely relatable point of view. She is the podcasting petty officer reporting for duty.
• A Night with Delta: Sat. 3/23 @ The Balcony | 8-10pm
House of Ada
Former contestants on HBO Max hit show Legendary Season 3, The Kiki House of Ada (established Feb 2014) has been an active collective of queer artists cementing their place in Ballroom while residing in Portland Oregon. Through their participation in Ballroom, Nightlife and Commercial work all around the West coast, they have made history as Pacific Northwest premier Kiki House, sharing their knowledge via classes, performances and countless Ballroom events in PDX. This Dragfort, we’re bringing: Papi Ada, Sophora Ada and Chai.
• Vogue Fem Fundamentals: Fri. 3/22 @ Treefort Music Hall | 2:20-3:30pm
• CLUB SQUIRT!: Fri. 3/22 @ Bus Station | 11pm-2am
• Pink Runway: Sat. 3/23 @ Main Stage | 3:30ish
Corvette Collective
Corevette Collective is a force of nature, galvanized by glamour, propelled by queerness, hurdling towards the most expressive future imaginable. From club lights to sidewalks, we embrace the sentiment that all the world’s a stage, so when you discover our fluttering pack of gay fae flitting about in Treefort universe, grab your rose colored glasses and strap in for one hell of a time. Where we’re headed, there is only magic, music, sweat, and radical queer joy.
• Pink Runway: Sat. 3/23 @ Main Stage | 3:30ish
Drag Brunch
One of the fiercest events during Treefort is hands-down Dragfort’s Brunch at Alefort Lounge! Taking place on Sunday, March 24, Drag Brunch will feature a stellar performance, boozy brunch cocktails, and – for the first time ever (if you can even believe it) – brunch! This event is free and open to the public.
• Sun. 3/24 @ Alefort Lounge | 12pm
See the full Dragfort lineup + schedule here!
