THE WHORIENTAL FESTIVAL 2025 - The Reborn of Shahmaran

WHORIENTAL 2025 - The reborn of Shahmaran 

Let us rise from the fire and ashes and reclaim our space stronger and fiercer than ever, celebrating the incredible talents of our queer and trans BIPOC communities, cause nobody can take away the spotlight we deserve! 

Expect:  Workshops + Voguing + Performances + Kiki Ball + Concerts Panels  Drag Shows  DJ sets

Tickets include entry to the Friday warm-up evening event + full access to the Saturday program!

Don’t miss out on this extraordinary celebration. Come, connect, and be part of the experience ! 


A ball In solidarity and celebration with S3x Workers, Refugees and Activists from the SWANA region.

WHAT IS ORIENTAL? 

Once, it just meant East —a direction from Europe.
But history added weight: colonialism, exoticism and nasty stereotypes.
Today, we reclaim. We celebrate our rich, diasporic beauties, we continue a revolution. We have a Kiki!

The Whoriental Ball is for everyone! 
Especially those shaped by the great and complex heritages of Asia.
As Asian cultures have shaped the world, it is time that influence is seen, named, and honored.

Whether you’re East, South, West, North, or proudly mixed — this space is for you to train your category.
Let your ancestors dance through you.

Traditional clothing is encouraged. Cultural respect is essential so please stay within your own cultural references! 
Bring your pride, your protest, and precious puss to the floor!

Categories, Judges, MC, DJ tba 
Spectator tickets available soon