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SUMMARY:Gold Coast Pride 2024
DESCRIPTION:  Join us for the 4th annual Gold Coast Pride Festival\, a spectacular celebration of love\, diversity\, and unity! This year promises to be bigger and better than ever\, with an exciting lineup of events that are sure to leave you inspired and uplifted. \nStarting off with a bang\, our opening night on Friday\, May 31st\, sets the stage for an unforgettable Pride 2024. Dive into intimate discussions\, sip on refreshing drinks\, and engage in thought-provoking forums and talks that will enrich your understanding of the LGBTQ+ community – all while enjoying the sweet sounds of local LGBTIQAP+ acts! \n On Saturday\, get ready to explore a vibrant array of market stalls\, offering an eclectic mix of unique products and services that cater to all tastes. Whether you’re shopping for a special keepsake or simply indulging in some retail therapy\, there’s something for everyone! \n Head over to the live stage entertainment\, where a lineup of talented performers will keep you grooving to the beat. From mesmerizing dance acts to soulful musical performances\, the evening promises non-stop entertainment and unforgettable memories. \n And let’s not forget the crown jewel of the festival—the breathtaking beach parade along Narrow Neck in Surfers Paradise. Picture a sea of color\, glitter\, and pure joy as the LGBTQ+ community and allies come together in a display of love and unity. It’s a sight you won’t want to miss! \n As the sun sets\, the energy surges\, and the party kicks into high gear for the biggest after party of the year! Get ready to dance the night away\, surrounded by a sea of like-minded souls\, all celebrating the vibrant tapestry of love. This will be a ticketed event. \n Best of all\, the Gold Coast Pride Festival is open to everyone\, free of charge! So gather your friends\, family\, and loved ones\, and come be a part of this incredible celebration. Let’s kick off Pride Month with a bang and spread love and acceptance throughout the Gold Coast! \nSave the date\, spread the word\, and get ready for a weekend of unforgettable moments. See you at the Gold Coast Pride Festival!
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LOCATION:Gold Coast Australia\, Gold Coast\, QLD\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Festival,Pride Event,Pride Parade
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SUMMARY:Sydney Pride Festival 2024
DESCRIPTION:This year’s central themes revolve around Compassion and Courage\, particularly as we commemorate the significance of June in the LGBTQIA+ calendar. Sydney Pride Festival is set to unite the community through a grassroots celebration\, honouring and sharing the history of Pride. The month-long festivities kick off on June 1st at Stonewall Hotel\, culminating in final celebrations on June 30th. \nPride Month in June stands as a powerful platform to amplify LGBTQIA+ voices\, advocate for their rights\, and revel in the rich tapestry of LGBTQ culture. Throughout the month\, diversity is not only demanded but also highlighted and celebrated through talks\, protests\, performances\, and commemorations. The historical roots of Pride Month trace back to the Stonewall uprising on June 28\, 1969\, at the Stonewall Inn in New York. This uprising\, sparked by a violent police raid\, led to the first Pride Parade (Christopher Street Day) in 1970\, laying the foundation for a month dedicated to commemorating\, remembering\, and celebrating diversity. \nPride Month is more than a personal celebration; it is a call for empathy and compassion. It serves as a poignant reminder that every individual\, irrespective of their sexual orientation or gender identity\, deserves respect and understanding. Compassion encourages us to listen\, learn\, and stand against discrimination and prejudice. By fostering a culture of empathy\, we contribute to creating a world that embraces inclusivity and acceptance. \nCourage\, a defining character quality celebrated during Pride Month\, holds profound significance. For many in the LGBTQ+ community\, coming out and living authentically necessitate immense bravery. Confronting societal norms\, potential discrimination\, and standing proud in adversity all demand strength. Pride Month underscores the transformative power of courage\, reminding us that\, by embodying it\, we can establish an environment where everyone feels secure expressing their true selves. \nThe focus of Sydney Pride Festival 2024 will be on commemorating the compassion and courage demonstrated by those who paved the way. It underscores the importance of showing compassion to all and being courageous in sharing our stories and living authentically. \nGlenn Hansen\nPride Festival co-ordinator
URL:https://guidetogay.com/event/sydney-pride-festival-2024/
LOCATION:Stonewall Hotel\, 175 Oxford Street\, Dalinghurst\, NSW\, 2010\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Pride Event
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SUMMARY:Moreton Bay Pride Fest 2024
DESCRIPTION:ICONS\, LEGENDS & STARS\nThe wait is over!\nThe first PrideFest 2024 Main Stage lineup has dropped\, and it’s giving everything it needs to give. \nGet ready for an explosion of colour\, music and dance at Moreton Bay PrideFest! \nAll included in your General Admission ticket \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSAMANTHA JADE\nAustralia’s pop princess Samantha Jade is headlining the Main Stage. \nShe has been a household name in Australia for over 10 years\, and it’s no surprise given her long string of hits including ‘What You’ve Done To Me’\, ‘Soldier’\, ‘Up!’\, ‘Sweet Talk’ and ‘Firestarter’ for which she won an ARIA for Best Video. Now she’s about to twirl her way into our hearts on the 2024 season of Dancing with the Stars. \nShe has gone on to amass a collective 81 million streams\, released a single with Pitbull (‘Shake That’) and released her album ‘NINE’ in 2015 which hit #2 on the ARIA charts. The multi-talented Samantha has been a regular fixture on Australian television\, starring as Kylie Minogue in the TV Miniseries The INXS Story\, as well as an ongoing guest-starring role in Home & Away. \nHer brand new EP sees Samantha return to her pop roots\, following on from her hit single ‘Bounce’. In 2023\, Samantha toured nationally with the Backstreet Boys and joined the cast of the second season of Celebrity Apprentice. Sammi’s new EP Love.Sick Vol 1. is out now and already causing international noise. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKWEEN KONG\nKween Kong\, founding director of the House of Kong and drag superstar is known for her standout performance as a finalist on Drag Race Down Under Season 2. Beyond the drag scene\, Kween Kong has showcased her talents as a Choreographer/Dancer during the Nelly Furtado Tour\, proving she’s not just a queen but a versatile entertainer. Her stage presence extends from opening acts for Pablo Vittar to headlining the BLAK and Deadly Ball at the Sydney Opera House. \nKween Kong has also lent her voice to current affairs\, appearing as a Guest Speaker on The Project\, Today Extra Show\, NITV\, and Q&A\, addressing a range of topics. In addition to her drag career\, Kween Kong has hit the runways as a model for Zambezi and Camilla\, making her mark in the world of fashion. She’s not just a performer; she’s also a recognisable face as a Brand Ambassador for Virgin Australia\, Sally Hansen\, Sims4\, Kayak\, Wyndham Hotel\, and Selfie Kit. Adding to her list of accomplishments\, Kween Kong proudly served as the Festival Ambassador for the Adelaide Fringe Festival in 2022 and 2023\, as well as Sydney World Pride. Her photo has graced the covers of Star Observer\, Express\, The Age\, and Out Magazine\, and she appeared on billboards for Sydney World Pride\, Adelaide Fringe Festival\, and Virgin Australia. Recognising her rising star\, Kween Kong received a Logie Nomination in 2023 for the Graham Kennedy Award for Most Popular New Talent. With her diverse talents\, influential partnerships\, and commitment to various causes\, Kween Kong is making her mark as a drag superstar\, breaking barriers and redefining the world of drag. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nART SIMONE\nThrough creativity\, humour\, glitter and glam\, Art Simone has claimed her position at the forefront ofthe Aussie entertainment industry. Slaying stereotypes\, celebrating differences and tirelessly promoting social inclusion\, Art has helped move drag from margin to mainstream and she’s just getting started! An in-demand live performer from the very beginning\, Art’s quintessential style and humour has delivered an incredible fanbase. Performing professionally for over a decade\, Art is not only a dynamic live performer but an in demand media personality and social media powerhouse. She’s won titles\, worked with some of the world’s biggest brands\, has been globally celebrated for her incredible make-up looks\, and launched WOWPresents Plus series ‘Highway To Heel! This was all beforeRuPaul’s Drag Race came knocking. \nStarring in the inaugural season of Stan’s ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under’\, Art’s talent was shared with a whole new audience and she immediately became a fan favourite. \nBringing unique looks\, showcasing her incredible talent and delivering the ultimate one-liners. As the series’ runner-up\, she’s since welcomed her new fans\, jumped into major Australian and international touring\, guested on ‘Have You Been Paying Attention’\, ‘Would I Lie To You’ and even featured in the 7/Netflix reboot of’Kath & Kim’! \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHOSTED BY PAUL WHEELER\nHOSTING THE MAIN STAGE \nHost extraordinaire Paul Wheeler is a familiar face of the Brisbane and wider LGBTIQA+ community. \nPaul is the resident Trivia Host at The Wickham\, hosts notable events such as Brisbane Pride\, Queen’s Ball\, and Big Gay Day each year\, and is also Moreton Bay’s favourite MC. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHARRY K\nDJ SETS IN BREAKS | MAIN STAGE \nHarry K is Brisbane’s ultimate event producer and creator of good times. The creator of the iconic Fluffy nights\, he shares his love through DJing and creating events. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFLUFFY ALL STARS\nMAIN STAGE BETWEEN ALL BREAKS \nGet ready to meet our fabulous and fluffy all-stars team! We’ve got a surprise for you this year – we’ve teamed up with the amazing DJ Harry K and his team of Fluffy all stars. You won’t believe the lineup we’ve got for you \nLuna Thicc – All Star | Beverley Kills – All Star |  Vollie Lavont – All Star | Mandy Moobs All Star | Scarlet Fever All Star | Lulu Lemans – Guest Star | Bebe Gunn – Guest Star | Elle De Flower – Guest Star \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCLUB BROADWAY\nMAIN STAGE \nA fabulous showcase of the juggernaut that is Club Broadway on the PrideFest Main Stage! Featuring DJ Dan Murphy\, Josh Daveta\, Scarlett Fever and Chocolate Boxx\, join us on a euphoric journey through the heart of Broadway and beyond with all your beloved show tunes.\nThe divas and superstars of Club Broadway are ready to razzle-dazzle you with glitter\, glamour\, and show-stopping numbers! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDJ DAN MURPHY\nCLUB BROADWAY | MAIN STAGE  \nHailing from Sydney\, DJ Dan Murphy has been electrifying the Australian gay scene and beyond for nearly two decades with his masterful blend of house music infused with a unique splash of camp. His journey into the world of DJing began with a deep-seated love for house music\, propelling him to become one of the most celebrated DJs in the community. \nAs a beloved figure in Australia’s gay scene and a pioneer in blending different musical and cultural elements\, DJ Dan Murphy remains at the forefront of delivering innovative and joyous musical experiences. His dedication to his craft and his community continues to inspire and entertain\, making every night an unforgettable journey through sound and celebration. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJOSH DAVETA\nCLUB BROADWAY | MAIN STAGE \nJosh is a POC & Queer singer/songwriter\, actor\, musician\, writer\, producer and cabaret artist. They were a top 50 Australian Idol contestant and has worked with many Australian Talent such as Nancye Hayes\, Peter Cousens\, Marina Prior\, Paulini & Jessica Mauboy as well as rubbing shoulders with the likes of Shoshana Bean\, Natalie Weiss & super star Katy Perry (the name dropping is foul\, we get it). Over the past 9 years they have lead the way with cabaret\, touring with their critically acclaimed shows “Teenage Dreams”\, “My Prerogative” and their brand defining return season show “Like Mariah”. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBEE BEE RIOT\nMAIN STAGE  \nBee Bee Riot is a Meanjin based award winning singer as well as a Songwriter and performance artist. \n“I’m all about belting out classic Aussie songs and changing the context by getting my grubby little bisexual hands all over them and singing my own twisted little numbers all while inspiring radical self love and expression. I’m a busker first and foremost so my style is casual and unforgettable\, I treat every song like it’s my last so you better listen up Moreton Bay!” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDJ RICHIE LESTRANGE\nMAIN STAGE \nRichie LeStrange is an iconic Brisbane drag artist serving you flame grilled reef and beef. A them fatale\, equal parts hilarious\, entertaining and sexy summoning the divine femme and masc into one glorious creature. By day\, Richie is a successful producer\, creating genre bending events like Candy Social Club\, Tragic Trivia\, and Sizzle. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nELJAE\nONE LOVE STAGE \nMeet Eljae\, the master of 140bpm beats and the life of the party!  This talented DJ\, beat maker\, and teacher at Your Shot and QUIVR is ready to unleash an electrifying set on the One Love Stage. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQUIVR\nONE LOVE STAGE | FT JAGUAR.B \nGet ready to experience the electrifying beats and infectious energy of QUIVR’s hand-picked lineup of DJs\, hitting the One Love Stage with some serious vibes! \nStraight outta Brisbane Meanjin’s thriving music scene\, QUIVR is more than just your average bar – it’s a community hub where DJs\, artists\, producers\, and music lovers unite! These legends are all about nurturing talent\, live-streaming the hottest gigs\, and running a killer DJ School. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCHICKS & DECKS\nONE LOVE STAGE \nGet ready to be blown away by the incredible talent and energy of Chicks & Decks. Founded by Ryzenshine\, this DJ collective is all about celebrating individuality\, empowering artists\, and creating an unforgettable dance floor experience for all. \nFeaturing: \n– Sez Dispenser \n– Cultiv8 \n– D.Neezi \n– Ryzenshine \n– Helina \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSTAY TUNED FOR MORE SURPRISE LINEUP DROPS TO COME!
URL:https://guidetogay.com/event/moreton-bay-pride-fest-2024/
LOCATION:Pine Rivers Park Strathpine\, QLD\, Pine Rivers Park\, Strathpine\, QLD\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Pride Event
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SUMMARY:Darwin Pride Music Festival 2024
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to dive headfirst into a sea of glitter at the Darwin Pride Music Festival! It’s the ultimate playground of partying and performance\, lighting up the Northern Territory’s LGBTQIA+ community\, and celebrating the differences that connect us like never before. \nWith an exciting line-up featuring renowned performers and acclaimed artists\, the festival is sure to be one hell of a PARTY! \n?RICKI-LEE \n?YO! MAFIA \n?BEC SANDRIDGE \n?JOJO ZAHO \n?VICTORIA ANTHONY \n?KALIN KLEIN \n?DAMMIT JANET \n?KARNA FORD \n?BENNYGOLD \n?DRAG TERRITORY DIVAS \n?MADISON \n\nBut that’s not all – indulge in mouthwatering delights from our tasty food vendors as you watch the sunset over the Timor Sea. Sip on delicious drinks from an array of bars including cocktails\, wine\, Darwin Pride Beer brewed locally by One Mile and the tantalising Darwin Pride Gin by Darwin Distilling Co. – that’ll keep your thirst quenched all night long. \nThis event is going to be one you definitely don’t want to miss! \nMark your calendars for Darwin Pride Music Festival 2024\, taking over Fort Hill Parklands\, Darwin Waterfront on Saturday 22nd June 2024. \n*Please note this is an 18+ event* \nFor First Nations ticket requests\, please complete this form.
URL:https://guidetogay.com/event/darwin-pride-music-festival-2024/
LOCATION:Fort Hill Parklands\, Fort Hill Parklands\, Darwin\, NT\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Concert,Festival,Pride Event
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SUMMARY:63rd Annual Queens Ball - Brisbane Pride
DESCRIPTION:The countdown to the 63rd Annual Queens Ball begins.\nTICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE!\nAre you ready to step into a night that celebrates #OurHistoryOurFuture? ?✨ \n29 June 2024 | Brisbane City Hall\nTickets on sale Now at brisbanepride.org.au\nBe a part of the legacy. #QueensBall2024 #brisbanepride\nVoting commences May 13 & Closes June 9
URL:https://guidetogay.com/event/63rd-annual-queens-ball-brisbane-pride/
LOCATION:Brisbane City Hall\, 54 Adelaide Street\, Brisbane\, QLD\, 4000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Pride Event
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