From the phenomenal parade to poignant talks, dazzling nights of live performance and visual feasts of fancy, the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Festival returns in 2021 with a […]
News and event updates
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Announcing: Mardi Gras Parade Viewing Event Grants
Mardi Gras and Facebook are teaming up to support LGBTQI+ venues, small businesses and artists! As part of an ongoing partnership, Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras and Facebook Australia […]
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Updating you on events for 2021
In this constantly changing environment and with recent updates to restrictions on gatherings and dancefloors, it has become clear that we will be unable to stage a range of events […]
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Four fabulous events announced for Mardi Gras 2021
From a comedy gala showcasing Australia’s funniest LGBTQI+ talent to an insightful series of talks held by queer thought leaders, here’s four enticing events confirmed for February! “In response to […]
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Gil’s story: I rise for a dancefloor
Gil Beckwith, Mardi Gras Finance Manager (She/Her) This is Gil, Mardi Gras’ Finance Manager. Gil has a long history working the finances for many art, LGBTQI+ and not-for-profit organisations. “I’ve been very lucky […]
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Emily’s story: I rise for community
Emily Santiago, Mardi Gras Parade Manager (She/Her) Emily Santiago first started working with Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras in 2013, coordinating and supporting all aspects of the Parade logistics. As a […]
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Jan’s story: I rise to create spaces for the community
Jan Schneider, Mardi Gras Festival Coordinator (He/Him) Originally from Germany, Jan moved to Sydney in 2019. He works on and contributes to some of Mardi Gras’ core events including our emerging music […]
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Ebony’s story: I rise for First Nations people
Ebony Williams, First Nations Engagement Officer, Sydney WorldPride. (She/Her) Ebony Williams is a proud Wiradjuri and African American woman from Sydney. She’s recently started working at Sydney WorldPride. “My role […]
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An update on Fair Day 2021
It is with great regret that we share that Fair Day will not take place in 2021, and instead will return on Sunday 20 February 2022. We know how important Fair Day […]