The Dinah 2026: Mariah Hanson Passes Torch to New Owners
After 35 legendary years, The Dinah, the world’s most iconic and longest-running music festival and party for queer women, has been sold by founder and producer Mariah Hanson to queer event producer and longtime Dinah Operations Manager Bella Barkow and seasoned Dinah emcee, reality TV star, and real estate entrepreneur Rose Garcia.
The acquisition ensures The Dinah remains independently owned, community-led, and deeply rooted in LGBTQ+ culture, now operating under the marquee of the duo’s newly founded company, BellaRose Productions. The transition signals not only continuity but also a powerful evolution of an institution that has shaped queer women’s space for more than three decades. Few LGBTQ+ events, particularly those centered on queer women, have ever achieved this level of cultural impact, longevity, and commercial success. This sale stands as a pivotal moment in LGBTQ+ history and culture.