Pride at the Plaza Presented by NYSTEC

2026 Pride at the Plaza is Here!
High-Energy, Fierce Fashion, and Unforgettable Moments
Pride at the Plaza title slide in rainbow colors, featuring two headshots for performers Willam and Detox. Wednesday, June 10, Empire State Plaza Convention Center, 6 to 9 p.m., Free.

Celebrate the Spirit of Drag and LGBTQ+ Pride

Featuring Performances by Willam and Detox

Hosted by Empress Champagne
With Amanda Blair, Philly Pina, Fagitty Anne, Gemini Dabarbay, and DJ Phoenix

Wednesday, June 10  |  6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. | Doors Open 5:30 p.m. | FREE

Empire State Plaza Convention Center

Enjoy Food Vendors: Guido's Frozen Desserts | The Frisky Fork | Robles Catering 

Drag Artist, Actor, Author, Comedian, & Recording Artist
Willam

A Force that Cannot Be Contained

Willam is the first and only queen in “RuPaul’s Drag Race” herstory to ever be disqualified – and has never been more iconic for it. A drag artist, actor, author, comedian, and recording artist, their resume includes a scene-stealing turn in “A Star is Born” alongside Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper, a Daytime Emmy nomination, and over 200 million YouTube views. Unapologetically bold, razor-sharp, and impossible to ignore, Willam is a force that cannot be contained.
Drag performer Willam in playful post wearing a purple-sequined dress and hat.

RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Runner-Up
Detox

& Her Gravity-Defying Style

Detox is known for her jaw-dropping looks and out-of-this-world aesthetic. She turned heads and broke hearts as a fan favorite on Season 5 of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” before returning to slay on the second season of “RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars” as a runner-up. A recording artist, performer, and bona fide fashion icon, her gravity-defying style and boundary-pushing flair have made her one of the most visually stunning performers in drag today. With over one million Instagram followers and a career spanning music, television, and film, Detox never fails to leave a lasting impression.
Drag performer Detox is dressed as a provocative nurse.
Important
Must Know Before You Go
Bag Policy In Effect
  • CLEAR plastic, vinyl or PVC bags no larger than 12" x 6" x 12" will be allowed.
  • Small clutch bags no larger than 6" x 9" (approximately the size of a hand) will be allowed and do NOT need to be clear.
  • Larger and other types of bags will not be allowed in.
  • There is no storage or check-in for prohibited bags.
  • For patrons with young children in attendance, diaper bags are allowed and subject to search.
Point of Entry for this Event

Entrance to the Pride event is via the Concourse Level ONLY. The Plaza level and Concourse level entrances at the base of The Egg Performing Arts Center will be closed. 

Access the Concourse via the following locations: Madison Ave (accessible entrance), Visitor’s Parking Lot North and West Elevators (accessible entrance), and Plaza Level Stairwells by Agency Building 4.