Sydney Mardi Gras is the world's most joyous and spectacular celebration of LGBTQI pride. Sydney Mardi Gras attracts over 20,000 interstate and international visitors each year, who enjoy a diverse and exciting line-up of events as well as soaking up the atmosphere and enjoying the iconic surroundings of Sydney and New South Wales.
The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade is the culmination of a month of camp fun and frivolity that includes everything from same-sex dance classes and tug-of-war matches to daytrips around the city and beyond.
Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras is a 3-week festival featuring more than 100 events that culminate in the iconic Mardi Gras parade and party on the first Saturday of March. Bring your sunglasses to the party – it’s been known to wrap at 8am.