Encuentro Vaquero 2026

ENCUENTRO VAQUERO 2026 is a three-day LGBTQ+ cowboy event in Chicago featuring music, dance, shows, and fun activities. The event includes a welcome night on August 21 at Fantasy Nightclub with performances by Carlo Lafontine, Grupo Mistico, DJ Juice, and a show by Andonni Yunoe from Guadalajara, Mexico. On August 22, there is an afternoon dance with Banda Arpereña, Omar Zaid El Chaca, DJ Trini, and more at Rancho Misterioso. The final day on August 23 features performances by Grupo Rimel, Mayito Alvarado, DJ Oswaldo, and others at the same venue. The event is organized by Vaqueros Chicago, Inc., and is for party-goers and the LGBTQ+ community, with tickets starting at USD 33.