Drag Race stars Charra Tea and Actavia to perform at Ireland’s The Outing Festival
With Valentine’s Weekend fast approaching, the world’s only LGBTQ+ matchmaking and arts festival is mere days away from its 2025 edition. Adding a final touch of star power to its already jam-packed lineup, The Outing organisers have announced that two very special Drag Race guests will be joining the occasion.
The first performer travelling to the festival in Co. Clare is Belfast’s Charra Tea. She was a fan-favourite on the most recent season of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK, where she was crowned Miss Congeniality and finished in sixth place.
Charra Tea will be joined by her castmate Actavia, who competed in the same series. The Welsh breakout star blends “camp, dancing, energy, and a bit of stupidity” into her performances, so attendees can look forward to a lively show!
Alongside the two Drag Race stars, The Outing has announced the addition of Irish queer artist Shobsy and English boxing manager and promoter Kellie Moloney to the lineup.
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Speaking ahead of the festival, Queen of Matchmaking Eddie McGuinness said: “After what has been a tough January for everybody, we are excited to bring The Outing back for its 12th year. The Outing offers attendees a blend of traditional matchmaking with modern pride and with more than a hundred relationships and two marriages borne out of the festival to date, I am looking forward to playing my part in forging new relationships this year.
“From ceilí bands to drag performances, we’re creating a uniquely Irish LGBTQ+ celebration that draws people from around the world to County Clare,” he added.
“Having international stars like Kellie Moloney, Charra Tea and Actavia joining our lineup of incredible Irish talent shows just how much this event has blossomed over the years. We are extending everyone, whether you’re single or taken gay, lesbian, trans, straight or bi, to come along and join us this Valentine’s Weekend.”
The Outing organisers also confirmed that their joint letter of intent to bring EuroPride to Limerick, Clare and the Mid-West Region in 2028 has been officially accepted. The group applied alongside Quare Clare, Limerick Pride and Shannon Region Conference and Sports Bureau, in a bid to attract visitors from all over the world to Ireland for the annual LGBTQ+ event.
“The potential to host EuroPride 2028 could be transformative for tourism in the Mid-West, showcasing our vibrant culture to an international audience. Should our bid be successful, our goal will be to paint the Wild Atlantic Way pink during 2028,” McGuinness stated.
The Outing 2025 takes place at The Inn at Dromoland in Co. Clare from Friday, February 14, to Sunday, February 16. Visit the official website for ticket and event details.
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