Atlanta Pride, the largest free Pride festival in the United States, is excited to announce the first round of entertainment for the 2025 Festival, which includes Bob the Drag Queen, winner of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” season 8; 2AM Ricky, the first Black trans man to reach #3 on the iTunes Electronic Charts; Bentley Robles, one of the most exciting voices in indie pop; and Adeem the Artist, who is reimagining the soundscape of the greater American South.
“We’re thrilled to kick off our 2025 entertainment announcements with such a dynamic group of performers,” said Chris McCain, Executive Director of Atlanta Pride. “From chart-topping artists to boundary-breaking storytellers, these entertainers reflect tremendous talent, creativity, and perfectly capture this year’s Festival theme ‘Rooted in Resistance.’ This is just the beginning, and we can’t wait to share even more talent to be announced in the weeks ahead.”
The nickname of non-binary comic/actor Caldwell Tidicue, Bob The Drag Queen describes himself as “hilarious, beautiful, talented and…humble.” Bob’s unabashed confidence won him the title of “America’s Next Drag Superstar” on season 8 of “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” as well as multiple acting roles for HBO, Netflix, Sony Tristar, MTV, and VH1. Through his work on HBO’s first unscripted show, “We’re Here,” Bob has been awarded a Peabody Award, GLAAD Media Award, and a Television Academy Honors recognition. Bob has won a Queerty Award as well as another GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding Podcast for the highly rated “Sibling Rivalry Podcast,” which he co-hosts with Monét X Change (who performed at Atlanta Pride in 2024).
2AM Ricky is a chart-topping artist who made history as the first Black trans man to reach #3 on the iTunes Electronic Charts with his single, “Move.” A force in music and advocacy, Ricky merges melodic rap and R&B with personal storytelling, tackling themes of resilience, self-love, and mental health. His work has earned him the titles of Forbes BLK History Maker, Pioneer of Culture, and Community Honors Award recipient, with features in GLAAD, Revolt TV, and the White House. Whether igniting festival stages or delivering deeply moving performances in intimate spaces, Ricky’s artistry is a statement — unapologetic, unforgettable, and impossible to ignore.
Turning heartbreak into bangers and gay clubs into church, Bentley Robles has captivated fans worldwide with his infectious sound. With over 9 million career streams and a fanbase that stans him like a main pop girl, Bentley has become one of the most exciting voices in indie pop. His acclaimed EPs “Ugly Crier” and “Chaotic Erotica” earned major industry praise from Spotify playlists like New Music Friday, Fresh Finds, and OBSESSED, as well as press outlets like Wonderland, NOTION, and LADYGUNN.
Harvested in the roaming hills of the lower piedmont mountains, Adeem the Artist reimagines the soundscape of the greater American South. In short bursts of literary folk songs that draw inspiration from a full library of greater Roots sounds, Adeem traverses the complexities of political, racial violence, and disparate realities with humor and elasticity. Frenetic and electrifying, their live performances nest in the intersection of stand-up comedy, social commentary, and well-seasoned country songs.
The 2025 Atlanta Pride Festival will be held at Piedmont Park on October 11-12, providing a vibrant backdrop for a weekend filled with live music, the city’s largest parade, and a variety of vendors and activities celebrating the LGBTQ+ community.
Premium Passes that include exclusive meet-and-greet opportunities are available for purchase. Additional artists will be announced in the coming weeks.
