“Make. It. Werk.” A Drag Competition from Love Your Labels in on Thursday, 6/11.

And you don’t want to miss it. Join us at the Cocktail Garden & Kitchen in Worcester at 8 PM for a night of drag performance that is working it for a spot on the Queer AF Runway.

$10 Now / $15 Doors

Cash prizes for winners & performance placement in Queer AF 2026

Performer Application

Interested in Competing?

Are you ready to werk the runway and claim your spot at Queer AF?  

We’re accepting applications from drag performers of all experience levels and identities. 

Apply by May 29, 2026 to enter for a chance to be chosen for a spot in the drag competition.

Show your charisma, uniqueness, nerve, and talent in our Make It Werk Drag Competition on June 11, 2026 for a chance to win:

  • $375 (1st Place) + Paid Performance at Queer AF

  • $250 (2nd Place) + Paid Performance at Queer AF

Please note: Performance fees are contingent on participation in the Queer AF Show on September 5, 2025. If a winner is unable to fulfill their obligations, a runner up will be selected.

Ready? Set? Apply by 5/29/26

More Details

📍 Event Details

  • Date:Thursday, June 11

  • Time: 8:00 – 11:00 PM (Performer Call: 7:30pm)

  • Location:The Cocktail Garden, Worcester, MA

  • Audience: 21+ Event (but we’re working with the venue to allow performers 18+ to compete)

🎤 Performance Requirements

  • Each performer will present one act lasting 3–4 minutes

  • Bring your best — whether it's lip sync, live vocals, dance, drama, or something we haven’t seen before

  • Up to 12 applicants will be selected to compete, with a Lipsync For Your Life Finale Round to cap the night

🏆 Prizes + Placement

We’re crowning TWO WINNERS and naming ONE RUNNER UP

  • First Place: $375 cash prize + performance spot in Queer AF*

  • Second Place: $250 cash prize + performance spot in Queer AF*

  • Runner Up: Bragging rights, promo shout-outs, and a whole lotta love 💋

    *Queer AF performers also receive a stipend for their September 5 performance at Mechanics Hall.

📝 How to Apply

  • Applications are open now and due by May 29

  • We strongly encourage drag performers to compete — it’s your best shot at being selected for the show!

Selected competition contestants will be notified by June 1, 2026.

APPLY TO COMPETE!