Philly AIDS Thrift is thrilled to celebrate the legacy and history of Giovanni’s Room with their second annual street festival, QUEERAPALOOZA. This vibrant live music festival and block party celebration takes place just outside of Giovanni’s Room, in the heart of Center City Philadelphia.

QUEERAPALOOZA promises an unforgettable experience, with a dynamic lineup of local queer bands, musicians, DJs, and drag performers including Emcee Robert Drake, Marcus G., Tony and The Kiki, Samantha Rise, Fyre, Icon Ebony Fierce, Ugli, Abi, DiscoDisciple and Gloom Eat.  Attendees can also peruse a diverse array of queer and supportive vendors offering artwork, crafts, and vintage items, plus food, drink from local businesses, dancing in the street, books and merchandise curated by Giovanni’s Room, and other surprises. The all ages event is open to the public, with no cost to attend. Any shopping and purchases are pay-as-you-go.