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THE DROP: PRIDE DJ BATTLE

2027 Official Contestant Registration

THREE ROUNDS. ONE WINNER. ONE SHOT AT PRIDE.

Think you've got what it takes to move Houston?

Pride Houston® 365 is looking for talented DJs ready to bring their sound, creativity, and energy to the stage.
Compete in three rounds designed to test your versatility, technical skills, musical knowledge, and ability to command a crowd.

The winning DJ will receive a cash prize funded in part by event ticket proceeds and the opportunity to serve as the Official DJ of the 2027 Houston Pride Parade.

Competition Date: Sunday, February 21, 2027 Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM Location: To be announced

DJ Information

Your Full Name(Required)
Are you 18 years of age or older?(Required)

DJ Experience

How long have you been DJing?(Required)
What genres do you typically play? — Select all that apply(Required)

Equipment & Technical Information

Are you comfortable performing on shared DJ equipment provided for the competition?(Required)

Availability & Participation

Are you available to participate in Round One of the DJ Battle on Sunday, February 21, 2027, between 5:00 PM and 9:00 PM?(Required)
If selected as the winner, are you available for the Houston Pride Parade on June 26, 2027?(Required)

Contestant Acknowledgments

Please confirm the following:(Required)

THE BATTLE. THE RULES. THE REWARD.

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hink you’ve got what it takes to move a crowd? Pride Houston® 365 is calling on DJs ready to bring their sound, creativity, and energy to the battle. This is your chance to showcase your skills, connect with a live audience, and compete for the top spot.

WHAT’S AT STAKE?

The winning DJ takes home a cash prize funded in part by event admission proceeds.

A portion of admission ticket sales will be allocated to the winner’s cash prize, allowing the audience to directly support Houston’s local DJ talent.

The bigger the turnout, the greater the potential prize.

THE BATTLE RULES

  • DJs must register and be confirmed to compete.

  • Each DJ will perform within an assigned time limit.

  • Competitors will be evaluated on musical creativity, mixing skills, transitions, originality, and crowd engagement.

  • All competitors must follow the event’s performance guidelines and instructions.

  • The winning DJ will be announced at the conclusion of the competition.

BRING YOUR SOUND. OWN THE MOMENT.

The decks are waiting. Are you ready?

About Prider

Join Pride Houston 365 as we celebrate diversity, champion equity, and foster connection for the LGBTQ+ community across the Greater Houston area. From our critical year-round educational forums and wellness initiatives to our historic signature Summer Festival and Night Parade, we are dedicated to ensuring that Pride lives here every single day of the year.

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