There is an epic Dinah Grand Finale, and for her epic Dinah Grand Finale, the legendary founder Mariah Hanson is pulling out all the stops as you join this historic closing act.
Leading the charge are L Word icons Kate Moennig and Leisha Hailey, and you’ll see them return to celebrate this milestone moment. In a deeply emotional full-circle gesture, they’ll grace The Saturday Pool Party, where it all began, to sign their new book, So Gay for You—only 150 exclusive signed copies will be available at The Dinah—then make an exceptional appearance Saturday night that promises to be one of the most unforgettable moments of the weekend.
What’s a reunion without a little star power? Princess Nokia, who rocked the stage in 2023, returns to headline Friday night. You can expect her trademark energy, commanding presence, an electrifying performance, and plenty of show-stopping fashion moments on The Dinah red carpet. Her headlining appearance comes on the heels of her highly anticipated 7th studio album, Girls—a deeply personal celebration of growth, healing, and the fullest expression of who she is today.
Performing Saturday night is Dinah alum Crystal Waters, one of dance music’s most iconic voices, with ’90s hits “Gypsy Woman (She’s Homeless)” and “100% Pure Love.” Joining her is SkyDxddy, the genre-defying alt-pop/rock artist whose raw, emotional anthems have earned over 150 million streams and a spot on the Billboard charts.
The pool parties will get even more legendary as Xana and Mariah Counts—two of the most requested returning artists—are back by popular demand to take over the stage. Bringing fresh energy to the pool party lineup are Nikki Holland and Icey.Xo, a Bay Area favorite known as Velvet Dive, and sonic innovator Only1 Theory represent a new era of emerging queer artists who celebrate their identities loudly and unapologetically.
Returning as longtime host of The Dinah pool parties is Rose Garcia, joined this year by Kaycee Clark. Some of the hottest DJs in the queer scene—DJ P. Nasty, DJ Les Ortiz, DJ Lotus Banks, DJ KG Fresh, DJ Tatiana, and DJ Alex D.—will be behind the decks, delivering pulse-pounding sets that will keep the crowd dancing, connecting, and living for every moment.
Reflecting decades of growth and change, this year’s lineup bridges generations, honoring the past, celebrating the present, and looking toward a future of love and inclusion. The Dinah 2025 is an invitation to join Mariah in a powerful tribute to the legacy she created and to experience the unparalleled magic that only The Dinah can deliver.
Tickets and full event details are available now at www.thedinah.com Don’t miss your chance to be part of this iconic farewell.
