Talent & Special Guests

A very special thanks to all the talented entertainers, DJs, instructors, presenters and hosts taking part in BiggerVegas this year.

Ada Vox is a powerhouse vocalist and drag queen who made history as the first drag performer to reach the Top 8 on American Idol. Known for her bold performances and incredible vocals, she earned praise from judges like Lionel Richie and Katy Perry. She continues to release music and tour globally, proving that talent and resilience break barriers.

The Phoenix rises again! This fiery queen from California, now dazzling Vegas, is back for another unforgettable guest appearance. With her signature mix of comedy and glam, Angel will host Drag Bingo and slay the stage in other electrifying performances. She can’t wait to reunite with guests and bring the fierce, fabulous energy she’s known for!

DJ Chub Jim started DJing in the 1980s in the Midwest before moving to California in 2000. He’s a staple at bear and chub events like Big Bear Adventure Weekend and Fur Fridays at Hunters Nightclub, where he’s a resident DJ/VJ. Known for uplifting vocals and high-energy anthems, his sets keep the crowd moving and smiling.

Kurt Jo fell in love with techno at 13 and never looked back. Starting with cassette decks at school dances, he landed an internship at a radio station in Maui, earning his own mix shows and a top-rated on-air spot. He’s played NYC venues, co-founded Beefcake parties, and spun at major bear events across the U.S. and internationally, including a residency in Kuala Lumpur.

Austin-based DJ C-RAIL brings his signature Screaming Divas! sound to dance floors across the U.S. and beyond, from Bearracuda to Brazil. Mixing high-energy beats, full vocals, and nostalgic club anthems, he creates an electrifying vibe that keeps crowds singing, dancing, and lost in the music—forgetting their worries, one beat drop at a time!

Los Angeles natives Irvin Escobedo and Victor Pineda are the DJ duo Santo. Blending their Latin roots, queer influences, and diverse musical backgrounds, they spin everything from disco and house to melodic techno. Santo has played top queer venues across the West Coast, Las Vegas, Seattle, and Mexico, sharing stages with Catz 'n Dogz, Severino (Horse Meat Disco), DJ Irene, and more.

Noah of DateCoach.com helps chubs, chasers, and bears find love through better profiles, pics, messages, conversation, in-person approaches, body confidence, sex, long-distance relationships, and more! Find him hosting the singles mingles and speed dating or through his Instagram to schedule a free intro session during BiggerVegas on your romantic goals and circumstances and his methods!

Joe is a Los Angeles bear with a knack for entertaining. Since 2017, he’s been hosting trivia and events for gatherings like IBC, Western Exposure, and the late Bear Bust Orlando. He’s also danced for Bearracuda, Megawoof, and Kub Kamp. Whether on stage or the dance floor, Joe knows how to put on a show!

DJ Rob Moore is an award-winning, Billboard-charting DJ, remixer, and producer with 25+ years of experience. Known for his electrifying vocal house, tech-house, and top 40 club remixes, he’s crafted 171 remixes to date. Rob spins across the U.S. and internationally, bringing his signature high-energy beats and uplifting grooves to dance floors worldwide.

DJ Hazmat has been making crowds move since 2001, blending genres and decades to create unforgettable experiences. With residencies in West Hollywood and Long Beach, he’s performed across the U.S., opening for artists like Steve Aoki and Richard Vission. His mission? To keep the masses dancing with an infectious mix that’s impossible to resist!

DJ Gregg Peace started spinning in 2002, DJing at Moonlight Rollerway, private parties for stars like John C. Reilly and Sarah Michelle Gellar, and the original Club Chub. Now, after nearly 20 years, he's making his DJ comeback at the Club Chub 4th of July Pool Party. As the force behind Club Chub, Gregg continues to bring the beats and build an unforgettable community.

Jose Spinnin Cortes, a DJ with nearly 30 years of experience, blends Tribal, Progressive, and Tech-House with masterful mixing. He’s played top festivals like EDC and Medusa, plus clubs worldwide, including ageHa Tokyo and Amnesia Ibiza. Known for his high-energy sets and acclaimed remixes, he remains a key figure in the global dance scene.

Joshua R. Pangborn is a writer, actor, filmmaker, and the founder of the multi-award winning SideKick Productions, a queer, fat-positive and sex-positive production company from NYC. SideKick focuses on telling stories centered on voices not typically seen in mainstream media, often in the horror or horror-adjacent genre. They are best known for their series Skeleton Crew, which follows the adventures of bear couple Hunter and Anthony, and their horror comedy series, Demon Doctor. Joshua was voted Best Bear Representation in the Media and Best Bear Artist in the 2023 and 2024 Bear World Media awards, and has won awards around the world for his acting and filmmaking. Joshua's thrilled to be screening his feature films, A Taste of Youth and The Brooklyn Butcher, at this year's BiggerVegas alongside some of the cast and crew.

The boys from the award-winning Big Fat Gay Podcast are thrilled to be back at BiggerVegas! In the five years since the podcast started, Don, Michael, Trevor, and Dan have talked about issues that fat people and their admirers face in relationships, media, and society. From interviewing filmmakers of fat-friendly films to calling out anti-fat bias in government, the podcast has become a staple for many in the chub/chaser/bear community and beyond. Come listen live and share your questions and stories as we record (audio only) our latest episode with you in the audience!

Mexican-adopted, Spanish DJ and producer Benjamin Koll blends soul, house, and funk with deep melodies and uplifting vibes. Since 2015, he’s embraced his true artistic identity, creating music that resonates worldwide. With albums like Songs for a Better Future and All Systems Go, his evolving sound and immersive companion books captivate fans.

2x Grammy nominated singer Jon Jon has a career spanning 2 decades! Jon Jon’s career began as a child actor for Disney which lead to then becoming a recording artist for Disney and now an International Singing Sensation traveling the world and singing backup for some of the biggest names in the business! You can currently hear Jon Jon singing backup for Lady GaGa on her Harlequin Album and for the Movie Joker 2: Folie a Deux both film and soundtrack!

The Sin Sity Sisters are 21st-century nuns spreading joy and fighting stigma in Las Vegas. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit, they raise funds for the Sisters AIDS Drug Assistance Program (SADAP), promote safer sex outreach, and support LGBTQ+ causes. As part of the global Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence movement that began in San Francisco in 1979, they blend theatrical flair with dedicated activism to champion inclusivity and compassion.

Joseph has been a licensed Zumba instructor since 2023. He teaches three Aqua Zumba classes across the Las Vegas Valley: EōS Fitness, Life Time Fitness, and Boulder City Parks and Recreation. Joseph is passionate about fitness. Through his weight-loss journey, Joseph has met amazing mentors and friends who keep him motivated, and he loves sharing his passion with his students. Joseph enjoys hiking, driving to no destination, and visiting any tourist trap.

Jeff Manrique is the founder of Bear Sense of Wellness, where he helps men in the bear and chub community move with greater ease and awareness. A certified yoga, meditation, and Pilates instructor, Jeff specializes in adapting movement practices for bigger bodies and all fitness levels, creating inclusive, empowering experiences.