LadyFest is a community based, not-for-profit, festival established to highlight female artists, bands, musical groups, media producers, and visual artists organized by volunteers. This festival came about as a result of the DIY ethic and "Riot Grrrl" movements in Olympia, Washington as well as the many contributions by authors on inclusive feminist philosophy. The first ever LadyFest was conducted in Olympia, Washington in August 2000 with over 2000 people attending. Prime motivators in the event were Sleater-Kinney, Cat Power, and Neko Case. The primary organizers of LadyFest are women, but everyone is encouraged to attend and volunteer at every festival.

Since the first LadyFest, the event has branched out into other urban centers such as Amsterdam, Atlanta, Belgium, Berlin, Birmingham, Brighton, Bristol, Brooklyn, Cardiff, Dublin, Lansing, London, Los Angeles, Melbourne, Orlando, Ottawa, Philadelphia, San Francisco, San Diego, Toronto, Washington DC, and more. Primarily volunteers organize each festival locally and independently of other LadyFest events. Proceeds from LadyFest festivals are donated to non-profit organizations dedicated to eliminating the sexist oppressions of women.

LadyFest Mission

LadyFest San Anto, Texas is a community-driven music and media arts festival organized by women. Our mission is to provide a forum celebrating, showcasing, and encouraging the artistic, organizational and political talents of women and girls. The participatory women-centered festival features bands, artists, media mavens, filmmakers, workshops, panel discussions, and more.

How do we participate in LadyFest?

This will be an energizing festival full of ideas and strategies for everyone. From crafters to nightly music shows, we need women with skills, and we invite participants and organizations to display information, zines, and art throughout the events. For more information see information about submissions.

We work with men, so can we still apply to participate in LadyFest?

Yes! However, there must be at least one female, or more, in a major/centered role of the band or project. If you're still unsure if you qualify, send us an email at submissions@ladyfestsatx.org

Can you tell me more about San Antonio, Texas?

Coming soon.