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Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras’ new CEO Gil Beckwith presided over Melbourne’s first Midsumma pride march in 1996. She told QNews what it’s like to be back at the helm of one of the world’s premiere queer events nearly three decades later. The Board of Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras is delighted to announce the appointment of Gil Beckwith as the organisation’s Chief Executive Officer.. Stepping up from her role as Interim CEO and the current Chief Financial Officer for almost 5 years, Gil’s leadership during this transitionary period has been exceptional, ensuring the seamless continuation of operations while nurturing Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras CEO Gil Beckwith launches the 2025 Sydney Gay and lesbian Mardi Gras program. This year’s theme in ‘Free To Be’.#sydneymard A Bright Future for Mardi Gras. Now, with the outstanding 2023 Mardi Gras and Sydney WorldPride season behind us, plans are already underway for 2024. CEO Gil Beckwith’s appointment heralds an exciting era for the festival, ensuring its growth, relevance, and cultural impact for years to come. In 2023, after two years at the Sydney Cricket Ground due to COVID-19 pandemic, the Sydney Mardi Gras Parade returned to its spiritual home at Oxford Street. That year, over 12,000 participants The Board of Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras is delighted to announce the appointment of Gil Beckwith (she/her) as the organisation’s Chief Executive Officer. Stepping up from her role as CEO, Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras · Experience: Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras · Education: University of Canberra · Location: Greater Sydney Area · 500+ connections on LinkedIn. View Gil Beckwith’s profile on LinkedIn, a professional community of 1 billion members. The Board of Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras has announced the appointment of Gil Beckwith as the organisation’s Chief Executive Officer. Stepping up from her role as Interim CEO and the current Chief Financial Officer for almost five years, Gil’s leadership during this transitionary period has been exceptional, ensuring the seamless continuation of operations while nurturing both our Gil Beckwith has been with Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras for more than six years, with four and a half as chief financial officer before becoming CEO. She spoke with Pride of Sydney about being at the helm of the prestigious organisation. Gil Beckwith is the newly appointed CEO of Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras and chats to Rach and Dean about the future of the iconic festival. Speaking on her permanent appointment, Gil Beckwith said, “Having served this vibrant community in various capacities over the years, I am deeply honoured to be trusted with the CEO position. The Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Festival returns from 14 February to 2 March 2025 with the theme FREE TO BE. Drinks and hospitality companies including Absolut, Brookvale Union, Applejack, Squealing Pig and Archie Rose are joining the celebration of LGBTQIA+ pride, culture and community. Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras CEO Gil Beckwith The streets of Sydney burst into a kaleidoscope of colour on Saturday, 1 March 2025, as the 47th Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade took over. With the theme Free To Be, this year’s event was a dazzling celebration of self-expression and progress. Over 200,000 spectators lined Oxford Street, Flinders Street, and Anzac Parade [] Here’s the map for the Sydney Mardi Gras parade route (photo: Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras). Sydney Mardi Gras Parade Route & Schedule. As you can see from the map above (click on it if you want a bigger version), the Mardi Gras parade route runs from the corner of Oxford Street and College Street (near Museum Station) through to 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. Sydney is buzzing with excitement as the 47th Sydney Mardi Gras Festival reaches its grand finale this weekend. With a lineup of events that promises unforgettable moments, it’s time to plan your weekend and soak up the energy of Mardi Gras. From the iconic Parade to the legendary after-party and the much-loved Laneway event, here’s [] “Mardi Gras remains a vital platform for visibility, advocacy and connection. It’s not just about where we’ve been but where we’re going – and how we can continue to create a more inclusive and equitable world.” Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras CEO Gil Beckwith, pictured, says the festival remains a “vital” community platform. Stick around for the Mardi Gras CEO and Co-Chairs catch-up (12:20 pm), where you’ll get the latest on the organisation’s vision and future. From there, pay a visit to the Dykes on Bikes stall to meet the legends who kick off every Mardi Gras Parade, and head to Trans Summer Camp, a welcoming space for transgender and gender-diverse Gil Beckwith, Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras CEO, said “Each year, Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras brings people from all corners of the globe together for a celebration of community, visibility, and progress. The 2025 festival embodies this spirit, reflecting the resilience, creativity, and unity of our LGBTQIA+ communities. “Kate brings a wealth of knowledge not just from her time at Sydney Mardi Gras, but also as a Director at Melbourne’s Midsumma festival, and has both the professional and government liaison skills essential to see us through this first stage of delivery of Sydney WorldPride,” said Damien Hodgkinson, the Interim Chair of Sydney WorldPride. “The 2025 Mardi Gras Parade will be a powerful reminder that our community has always been, and will always be, FREE TO BE,” said Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras CEO, Gil Beckwith. “Every step taken and every float that rolls down Oxford Street is a testament to our strength, our history, and our hopes for the future.
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