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Girls Just Wanna Weekend Returns with Star-Studded Lineup!

9/21/2025

Summary

Story summary

Girls Just Wanna Weekend will return for its 7th edition in January 2026, featuring headliners The Chicks, Sam Smith, and Brandi Carlile at Barceló Maya Resort in Mexico.
The event offers an all-inclusive experience with premium accommodations, concerts, and activities, creating a safe space for the LGBTQ+ community.
Brandi Carlile's new album, "Returning To Myself," will release on October 24, 2025, her eighth solo studio album.
Hozier, at the Sing Out Loud Festival in St. Augustine, Florida, discusses humility and the impact of his song "Take Me to Church."
Juliana Madrid and Ella Jane's song "Sky King" honors Richard "Beebo" Russell, revealing hidden struggles in ordinary lives.

History

Historical Context

The Stonewall Riots in 1969 catalyzed the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement in the U.S., leading to increased activism and the formation of organizations like GLAAD. This legacy continues today, exemplified by events such as Girls Just Wanna Weekend, which fosters community and visibility for LGBTQ+ individuals, reflecting the ongoing struggle for equality and representation in society.

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Story summary

Girls Just Wanna Weekend will return for its 7th edition in January 2026, featuring headliners The Chicks, Sam Smith, and Brandi Carlile at Barceló Maya Resort in Mexico.
The event offers an all-inclusive experience with premium accommodations, concerts, and activities, creating a safe space for the LGBTQ+ community.
Brandi Carlile's new album, "Returning To Myself," will release on October 24, 2025, her eighth solo studio album.
Hozier, at the Sing Out Loud Festival in St. Augustine, Florida, discusses humility and the impact of his song "Take Me to Church."
Juliana Madrid and Ella Jane's song "Sky King" honors Richard "Beebo" Russell, revealing hidden struggles in ordinary lives.

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