PRIDEFest Performance Schedule

*Artists & times could be subject to change.

Don’t forget to bring a blanket or chair to enjoy the performances.

As of 6/3/22, there were two adjustments to our previously announced schedule:

  • Rutherford Rock’s performance time slot has been adjusted. They will now perform at 3pm.

  • Unfortunately, Type Advantage is no longer able to participate in Rutherford PRIDEFest.

    We hope to have them join us in a future event!

  • 12:00 PM | Festival Kick off!

    Let’s get this party started with our Co-Hosts Harmonica Sunbeam and Honey Marie, with our resident DJ of the day, Slow Cities! Remarks by Rutherford Pride Alliance Chair Rob Lyons, Rutherford Arts Council Chair Katie Pippin and more!

  • 12:20 PM | Brian J. Lang

    Brian J. Lang is a performer and composer based in Lyndhurst, NJ.

  • 12:30 PM | The Cosmic Light Cabaret

    The Cosmic Light Cabaret (formerly "The Home of Happiness") is New Jersey’s longest-running Rocky Horror Picture Show performance troupe.

  • 12:50 PM | Rutherford Rock

    Rutherford Rock is a program, for young musicians ages 8-17, created by the Rutherford Arts Committee in conjunction with Rutherford Recreation. It is now in it’s third season and it continues to grow.

  • 1:10 PM | Starz Performing Arts Academy

    Come see them perform two routines—”Money Power Respect” & “Worth It”

  • 1:20 PM | Drag Queen Story Time with Harmonica Sunbeam

    Miss Sunbeam showcases her unique ability to uplift, encourage and engage children through the Drag Queen Story Hour program.

  • 2:00 PM | Slow Cities set

    Let’s take this moment to dance!

  • 2:10 PM | Cassidy Ovarsi

    Cassidy, a Freshman at Rutherford High School, has been writing songs for about 2 years.

  • 2:20 PM | Two Tears

    The Two Tears is Rutherford’s favorite rock and roll band! If you like a new wave melody, a fast rock beat and having fun you’ll love the TT’s.

  • 2:40 PM | A Performance by Honey Marie!

    Enjoy a drag performance by our co-host!

  • 3:00 PM | Rutherford Rock

    Rutherford Rock is a program, for young musicians ages 8-17, created by the Rutherford Arts Committee in conjunction with Rutherford Recreation. It is now in it’s third season and it continues to grow.

  • 3:20 PM | Our Headliner--Daniel Shevlin!

    A graduate of the American Musical and Dramatic Academy, Daniel Shevlin has already amassed some pretty impressive credits, including productions of Evita, Nine, Cabaret, and Hairspray. Additionally, Shevlin is one of the founding members of Well-Strung, a string ensemble that performs a mixture of classical (Mozart, Dvorak) and pop music (Pink, Adele, Britney Spears).

  • 3:50 PM | Event Closing & Dance Out

    Let’s close out the show with our Co-Host’s and DJ! Happy Pride!