We’re back world, the iconic Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Festival is set for 14 February to 2 March 2025. Celebrating 47 years in 2025, get ready for 17 days of unforgettable moments, international performers, parties, theatre, community events and more. Making it’s Fair Day debut in 2025, gather ’round the campfire and meet transgender and gender diverse community groups, health services, businesses and creatives. Turn up the party with Karaoke Cave, a Fair Day-first for 2025 making it’s grand debut as the sun sets on Victoria Park! Oh we are so back Fair Day is PACKED with over 300 stalls, multiple stages, bars and things to explore. Get Fair Day ready by downloading the 2025 map and set times! As street parking around Victoria Park is extremely limited, we recommend taking public transport. Head to Transport NSW to plan your journey. The official dates for the Sydney Mardi Gras 2025 festival season will be February 14, 2025, to Sunday, March 2, 2025 The Mardi Gras season kicks off with Fair Day, which will be held on Sunday, February 16. The parade and official after-party are confirmed to be on Saturday, March 1. Sydney is expected to be buzzing for one of the biggest nights in the city's social calendar today as thousands are anticipated to march in the 47th annual Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras parade. Sydney Mardi Gras 2025 as it happened: Thousands line Oxford Street to celebrate city’s LGBTQ community By Megan Gorrey , Nick Newling and Lucy Macken Updated March 1, 2025 — 11.17pm first The theme of this year's Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras is Free to Be. The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras is a 17-day celebration of Australia's Published 1 March 2025 6:45am. By Saturday 1st March, 2025 – The 47th Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade takes over Oxford Street for one of the most spectacular parades featuring elaborate floats, famous faces and over the top dance routines! Everything you need to know about attending Sydney Mardi Gras in 2025 including the best parties to go to, where to see the big Parade, and oh such much more! Sydney during Mardi Gras every February/March feels like the entire gay community descends on the city. The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras festival will return to Sydney in 2025 for three weeks’ worth of pride celebrations, the organisation behind it announced on Thursday as it revealed the theme and dates. The 17-day celebration will begin on Friday, February 14, and culminate in the Mardi Gras Parade on Saturday, March 1. Fair Day 2025 EOIs; Mardi Gras + applications; Volunteer; Visit the University of Sydney’s Fair Day stall to learn more about how we support and celebrate the Date Time Event: Thursday, 19 September 2024 1:00PM Registration closes: Sunday, 2 February 2025 10:00AM–11:30AM Fair Day Stalls briefing Mardi Gras+: Entries to host your event as part of the open-access Festival program ‘Mardi Gras+’ open today, 15 August. Sydney Mardi Gras also announces the return of American Express as Principal Partner of the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras for the 2025 and 2026 Festivals. 150+ ARTISTS, BRAND NEW PARTY AND A KYLIE-THEMED RIDE- WELCOME TO SYDNEY MARDI GRAS 2025. Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras is set to make 2025 one for the history books, announcing a jaw-dropping line-up of over 150 artists across its signature events, from the iconic Mardi Gras Party to the dazzling return of Fair Day. Fair Day 16 Feb 2025 Laneway 02 Mar 2025 Kaftana Pool Party Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras acknowledges that our events take place on Aboriginal land. We Mardi Gras Fair Day returns to Victoria Park on Sunday (photo supplied). 8. Mardi Gras Fair Day. One of the most anticipated Sydney Mardi Gras 2025 events is the welcome return of Fair Day. the long-held tradition for Mardi Gras took a year off last year due to the discovery of asbestos in Victoria Park’s Mulch. Just announced the return of Fair Day to Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras 2025, taking place from 10am -9pm on Sun 16 Feb at Victoria Park. The free community event sees over 70,000 people enjoy the rich tapestry of activities, from the dynamic First Nations Circle and the beloved Doggywood pageant and newcomers Trans Camp , and the lively Mardi Gras Fair Day 2025 Presented by American Express . Sydney’s most vibrant LGBTQIA+ community event is set to return to the picturesque Victoria Park on Sunday, 16 February 2025. Join us for an all-day rainbow adventure for the whole family! Just announced the return of Fair Day to Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras 2025, taking place from 10am -9pm on Sun 16 Feb at Victoria Park. The free community event sees over 70,000 people enjoy the rich tapestry of activities, from the dynamic First Nations Circle and the beloved Doggywood pageant and newcomers Trans Camp , and the lively A sunny celebration of community at the beloved Mardi Gras Fair Day 2025, finally back after 2024’s abrupt cancellation. Mardi Gras Fair Day 2025. Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Fair Day
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