Winq Awards 2025

Comedian, presenter, singer, radio DJ, and author Claudia de Breij will host this year’s awards and, of course, perform as well.

Austrian artist JJ won this year’s Eurovision Song Contest as the third consecutive queer performer. His song Wasted Love earned him the victory, and he will, of course, perform it at the Winq Awards as well.

This summer, Jeangu Macrooy shines as Orpheus in the musical Hadestown. In October, his fourth album Young, Awkward & Lonely will be released, featuring the queer anthem Independent Girls and Nasty Evil Gays. You can, of course, hear that hit live at the Winq Awards!

The musicians of Huize Lucas take you on a Dutch-language journey full of dreampop and queer funk. With swinging brass, a singing band, and their energetic performance, Lucas and his band give the pop scene a fresh twist. Expect a poetic, funky mix of Wende, Prince, and Connie Palmen that will make you laugh, cry, dance, and sing along.

You may have spotted this dance earlier this year during the Pride Amsterdam boat parade. On the winning Aidsfonds boat, Love Saves Lives – Chapter White by dancer Vincenzo Turiano (seen last year at the Winq Awards) went viral. On the ITA stage, Quincy and Hugo bring this powerful statement of love, support, and visibility to life.

Actor Rein van Duivenboden will be appearing from September 30 as Link Larkin in Hairspray, a feel-good musical full of swinging dance moves, catchy music, and a big heart. The story follows Tracy Turnblad in the 1960s as she fights for equality and the freedom to be yourself on the dance floor. Rein will perform a powerful number from the show on stage.

Kyara is a versatile artist and performer who effortlessly blends different genres. With powerful, often humorous lyrics and fiery performances, she honors the femme queen legacy and gives a voice to marginalized communities.