The second annual WTF Fest will be a mid-summer blowout Saturday, July 11th at Hook and Ladder Theater in Minneapolis! The event spotlights queer, trans, and femme punks in the Twin Cities. We aim to fight the political climate of oppression of gay and trans people by showcasing the powerful music and voices of the scene.

Ten bands + a guest DJ will play on two stages (The Theater and Zen Arcade stages). Come mosh, dance, and fight back, with all proceeds going to Twin Cities Trans Mutual Aid. Get down with the cause or G.T.F.O.

Presented by Como Back Door, Sappho’s Social Club, Whiplass Records, and Outtawax.

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Schedule

6:30 - DOORS / DJ American Dog

7:00 - Ghosting Merit (Zen)

7:30 - Critterthing (Theater)

8:00 - Momzilla (Zen)

8:30 - Doll Chaser (Theater)

9:00 - Spit Takes (Zen)

9:30 - Mary Jam (Theater)

10:00 - snakeworld! (Zen)

10:30 - Schrunchies (Theater)

11:00 - ¿Watches? (Theater)

11:30 - ET (Theater)

12:15 - Dance Party (Theater)

and featuring DIY Vendors and Creators

Ghosting Merit

7:00 - Zen

Blending experimental electronic influences with indie rock, the songs unfold patiently, building toward catharsis. Drawing from artists like Alex G, Mitski, and Big Thief, the album moves between driving tracks like “Rescue Hound” and moody ballads like “Devour.” Mixed by Alex Schaaf and mastered by Nat Harvie, it carries a strong, textured sound.

Themes of belonging and transition run throughout, reflecting Casey’s search for stability across identity, relationships, and place. The album balances longing with a desire to stay present. Cosmic imagery—UFOs, satellites, “starstuff”—appears alongside vivid earthly details, grounding its sense of wonder in the natural world.

Critterthing

7:30 - Theater

jangle-punk. From MPLS.

Momzilla

8:00 - Zen

Doll Chaser

8:30 - Theater

Twin Cities queer punk band DOLL CHASER started with an idea to give back to the queer community they call home. Inspired by a wide variety of rock and punk groups, Doll Chaser combines a lively rhythm section with face melting lead guitar and aggressive, politically charged vocals with a splash of catchy harmonies to create a wholly unique style you won't find anywhere else.

Spit Takes

9:00 - Zen

Spit Takes is a gritty and melodic American punk band formed in 2022. The band is Vanessa McKinney (vocals), Monet Wong (guitar), Angie Lynch (Bass), Charles Gehr (Drums). Spit Takes deliver a fierce and infectious sound with raw, unapologetic lyrics & thick guitar riffs. Influences range from Amyl and the Sniffers & X-Ray Spex to Bikini Kill & The Slits.

Mary Jam

9:30 - Theater

Midwest Garage Punk Trash. Based in the Twin Cities.

snakeworld!

10:00 - Zen

snakeworld! is rhyme, willow, morgan, and rosa

Schrunchies

10:30 - Theater

post-everything rock n roll from minneapolis, mn

¿Watches?

11:00pm - Theater

Weirdo Punk duo based in Minneapolis, MN, from Asheville, NC.

ET

11:30 - Theater

Queer synthpunk and darkwave duo comprised of E Regardless and TK. Their multi-genre sound features heavy queercore and sci-fi influences, with lyrics firmly rooted in themes of decolonization, abolition, and total liberatio

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GA: $13 ADV (Box-Office) / $15 ADV (Online) / $20 DOOR (Price includes 12.025% Sales Tax, Ticketing Fee, Facility Fee, & CC Processing Fee)

BOX-OFFICE Tickets Are Available During Hours of Operation. NO REFUNDS

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