Gay mardi gras

Gay Mardi Gras gave birth to countless LGBTQ Mardi Gras krewes: Armeinius, Petronius, Lords of Leather. Click here to find LGBTQ Mardi Gras parades, krewes, events and more. Although the Mardi Gras in New Orleans runs for weeks, the gay part of Mardi Gras is held in the lower French Quarter over five days of nonstop fun and party nights in the clubs and bars.

Experience the vibrancy Mardi Gras in New Orleans with these gay events!

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Celebrate diversity and inclusion with music, culture, and love. Want to experience the splendor of Gay Mardi Gras while supporting a good cause? This celebration is hosted by the Krewe of Belle Reve of Belle Reve NOLA, which provides affordable, LGBTQ-affirming housing to the city’s aging population. Recognising the continuing connection to lands, skies, waterways and communities. Always was, always will be Aboriginal Land.

Running from 14 February to 2 March , the blockbuster program this year includes more than community events, dance parties, theatre and music, all taking place over 17 glorious summer days. As always, the parade will be led by the beloved Dykes on Bikes, First Nations and 78er floats. The parade is the biggest event of the festival, featuring more than 12, marchers and over floats captivating spectators with a spectacular display of colour, creativity and pride.

There are free viewing areas all along Oxford Street, as well as premium viewing spaces and accessible viewing ticketed areas to view the spectacle from Hyde Park to Moore Park. There are plenty of other events to enjoy across the city throughout the festival, including performing arts, comedy, films and talks. Key celebrations include:. Born in under the esteemed curation of Sydney legends Sveta Gilerman and Jess Hill, Ultra Violet is entering a new era in solidifying itself as a pillar of the Sydney Mardi Gras calendar.

Take your seats at the queer comedy event of the year. The official Mardi Gras closing party sees Hill Street and its resident dance-pub The Beresford transform into an epic street party featuring the best house, disco and pop. This event was born from a few milk crates on Hill Street to become the ultimate way to wrap up your Sydney Mardi Gras celebrations. Stay connected to Sydney for all the latest news, stories, upcoming events and travel inspiration.

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