From lightsabers to lingerie, The International Nerdlesque Festival (TINF) returns in 2025 for its most immersive and ambitious year yet—bringing its signature blend of fandom, glitter, and body-positive performance to the nation’s capital.

Taking place Friday, September 12 and Saturday, September 13, 2025, at the landmark Atlas Performing Arts Center (1333 H St NE), this two-night extravaganza invites audiences into a universe where the grown and sexy meet the geeky and fabulous.

With an all-star lineup of burlesque royalty, TINF 2025 will feature headlining performances from Sweetpea (MN) and Fem Appeal (NY)—plus standout acts by Aquarius Moon (DC), Jacqueline Boxx (MD), Sally Stardust (RVA/DC), and Xena Zeitgeist (LA). The creative team includes Maki Roll (DMV), Kimono Jones (DMV), Aquarius Moon (DC), and Diva Darling (DMV), all respected visionaries in burlesque, nightlife, and immersive entertainment.