QUEER KIDS FEST
QUEER KIDS FEST: A JOYFUL CELEBRATION EVERY OCTOBER
Queer Kids Fest is a free, all-ages celebration of music, art, books, and joyful self-expression for 2SLGBTQIA+ kids, families, and allies. Held annually each October at the Northampton Center for the Arts at 33 Hawley, this festive day brings together local artists, authors, performers, and community partners to uplift queer youth and their creativity.
From storytime with award-winning authors to face-painting, hands-on crafts, an open mic youth variety show, and a crafty parade—Queer Kids Fest is packed with opportunities to shine, share, and celebrate together. You'll also find delicious snacks, queer kidlit vendors, and local makers who support inclusive family fun.
Why It Matters
At its heart, Queer Kids Fest is about belonging. It creates space for queer families and queer or questioning kids and their families to be fully themselves—joyfully, safely, and visibly—in a community that sees and celebrates them. It’s a day of connection, creativity, and confidence-building, powered by local artists and supported by people and organizations who care deeply about LGBTQ+ youth.
Whether you come to perform, parade, create, or simply enjoy the magic—this is your festival. Mark your calendar every October for this growing tradition rooted in love, art, and queer joy.
Your support helps make Queer Kids Fest possible—not just this year, but every year. Whether you're a local business, organization, or individual, your sponsorship or donation directly supports a joyful, affirming space for 2SLGBTQIA+ kids and families to gather, create, and shine. Let’s keep this beautiful tradition going, together.
Every donation—whether it's $5, $25, $50, $100, or $500—helps build a more joyful, inclusive world for queer kids and their families. No amount is too small; your support makes a real difference and helps ensure Queer Kids Fest returns year after year.
