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SUMMARY:_INSPIRED - A Mind's Eye_
DESCRIPTION:Emerging artists embark on a journey to explore the intricate relationships between nature\, identity\, culture\, and place. Through their art\, they reveal the transformative power of creativity\, inspiring us to see the world anew. Their works weave a rich tapestry of visual expression\, capturing the beauty and complexity of human experience. \nThrough their art\, they invite us to question our assumptions\, engage more deeply with the world around us\, and discover inspiration in the everyday. Their creative voices echo the whispers of nature\, the rhythms of culture\, and the heartbeat of identity. \n\n \nImage Credits – Top Row: Stacey Morrison\, Cheryl Dundas\, Liz Faul / Bottom Row: Ambrosia Jones\, Elena Trajceska\, Magda Myszkowski\n\nBy _INSPIRING_ a new perspective\, the artists challenge us to see beyond the ordinary\, to explore the unknown\, and to imagine a world of endless possibilities. As we immerse ourselves in their art\, we are reminded of the transformative power of creativity and the boundless potential of the mind’s eye\, where imagination knows no bounds and inspiration is limitless – fueling our own creative spark\, igniting our passion\, and inspiring us to see the world through fresh eyes. \nIn this space\, their work fosters connection\, sparks imagination\, and cultivates a deeper understanding of ourselves and the world\, ultimately leading us to a place where creativity and imagination reign supreme: the mind’s eye. \n\n \nImage Credits – Peta Harvey and Leila Davis\n\n  \nPLAN YOUR VISIT\nThe exhibition is open from 10am to 4pm from 13th to 18th of February. \n• Opening Night: 13th February 6pm to 9pm\, showcasing Tarot Reading by “A Curious Crow” and Didgeridoo by Duane Doyle.\n• Special Feature – Valentine’s Day: 14th February 10am – 1pm – Meet the Artists and a Valentine’s Day Tarot Reading. \nThe exhibition is at Field Trip Gallery\, 1 Latrobe Terrace\, Paddington\, Brisbane\, Queensland \nAll are welcome to come along. \n#arts_culture\n#gallery\n#indoor\n#family_friendly\n#exhibitions\n#community\n#shopping_markets\n#free\n#localartists\n#emergingartists\n#ceramics\n#sculpture\n#handmadeceramics\n#artistsofbrisbane\n#artisans
URL:https://guidetogay.com/event/_inspired-a-minds-eye_/
LOCATION:Field Trip Gallery\, 1 Latrobe Tce\, Paddington\, QLD\, 4064\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Art
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SUMMARY:Heat Wave Festival Port Douglas
DESCRIPTION:Get ready FNQ—Heatwave Festival is bringing a wave of colour\, pride\, and unforgettable parties to Port Douglas for a three-day LGBTQIA+ celebration like no other! \nHosted by @the_pennytration & @_cocojumbo \, Heatwave Festival will feature three incredible signature events: \n🌈 Neon Nights – Our opening party to light up Port Douglas with high-energy beats\, neon glow\, and fabulous vibes. Let’s start the festival with a bang! \n✨ SPARKLE – The second night brings a shimmering celebration of glitter\, glam\, and pure fabulousness. Dress to dazzle and get ready to shine. \n💦 H2OHHH! – Dive into our spectacular finale pool party\, wrapping up Heatwave Festival with sun-soaked beats\, splash zones\, and ultimate poolside fun. \nMark your calendars and get ready for a weekend of pride\, parties\, and tropical paradise! \n#HeatwaveFestival #PortDouglas #LGBTQIA #NeonNights #SparkleParty #H2OHHH #PennyTration #CoCoJumbo
URL:https://guidetogay.com/event/heat-wave-festival-port-douglas/
LOCATION:Port Douglas\, Port Douglas\, QLD\, 4877\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Festival,Pride Event
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SUMMARY:Mardi Gras Fair Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:Ecstatica Takes Centre Stage \nFair Day returns to Victoria Park for 2026—bigger\, bolder\, and bursting with community pride. It’s the day Sydney stops\, gathers\, and glows together in full colour: a celebration of culture\, community\, and creativity at the beating heart of Mardi Gras. \nStart your day at the First Nations Circle\, where a powerful Smoking Ceremony and the mesmerising Buuja Buuja Butterfly Dancers honour Country and set the spirit for the day. Then follow the sounds of laughter to Doggywood—the oldest and most adored Fair Day tradition—where pups strut\, preen\, and paw their way through the campest canine pageant in the country. \nWander further and you’ll find Trans Camp\, returning for its second year—a proudly trans-run zone filled with community organisations\, market stalls\, and creatives turning visibility into celebration. Nearby\, the Karaoke Cave: Disco Divas! is back by popular demand\, serving decades of pride anthems and unapologetic vocal chaos. \nOn the main stage\, the Drag King Games bring back their mix of muscle\, mischief\, and mayhem—quickly becoming a Fair Day legend. And as the sun dips low\, the Queer Fashion Runway takes over\, showcasing the brilliance of local designers redefining queer style for the next generation. \nFrom first light to golden hour\, Fair Day 2026 is a living portrait of our community—playful\, powerful\, and free. This is where Mardi Gras truly begins: in the open air\, surrounded by love\, and alive with Ecstatica energy. \nPlease note: due to the uneven terrain of some parts of Victoria Park\, some areas may not be accessible to all patrons. \n  \nPICNICS\, POP AND PRIDE: FAIR DAY RETURNS FOR 2026\nJanice Robinson\, Blusher and Courtney Act headline Sydney’s biggest\nall-ages LGBTQIA+ celebration\nSydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Fair Day returns to Victoria Park on Sunday 15 February 2026\, bringing together music\, performance\, community and pure daytime euphoria as the Festival’s largest free\, all-ages event under the 2026 theme ECSTATICA. \nMusic Line-up \nLeading the celebrations is international house music icon Janice Robinson of Livin’ Joy (Miami\, USA)\, making her Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras debut with an exclusive Fair Day performance. A defining voice of 90s house\, Robinson will deliver sun-soaked dancefloor energy with iconic anthems including Dreamer\, Don’t Stop Moving and There Must Be Love featuring David Morales\, tracks woven deep into queer dance culture and collective joy. \n“I am super excited to be coming to Australia to perform for Mardi Gras\,” said Robinson. “I am a dreamer who continues to live her dreams\, and Australia is a country I love deeply. This moment means more to me than words can express.” \nJoining Robinson is Blusher (VIC)\, one of Australia’s most exciting pop acts to watch\, arriving fresh from supporting Rebecca Black and performing at Laneway Festival the week prior. They are joined by genre-blurring pop artist Go-Jo\, bringing bold\, feel-good energy\, and drag icon Courtney Act delivering unmistakable star power and Mardi Gras flair. \nAlso appearing across the day are dance music icon Zoe Badwi (VIC) serving up classic house vocals\, DJ James Alexandr taking the stage with Nada Leigh for a club-ready set\, Kath Ebbs bringing queer country tunes for a boot-stomping round of line dancing\, and IVANA (VIC) in her Mardi Gras debut live show\, will electrify the Main Stage with her euro-dance hits including ‘Liar Liar‘\, ‘Need Your Love‘ and ‘Burning’. \nBeyond the Main Stage\, international acts Mila Jam (Los Angeles\, USA) and Arisce (New York City\, USA) join local stars Felicia Foxx\, Aunty Tamara\, Atomic Kiss\, Jackel Doll\, Tiddalicious\, DJ Nate and more across Fair Day stages and activations\, rounding up a full day of pop\, dance\, drag and party from first light through to golden hour. \nAcross the Park \nFair Day transforms Victoria Park into a vibrant playground of culture\, creativity and connection. The day begins at the First Nations Circle with a Smoking Ceremony and performances by the Buuja Buuja Butterfly Dancers\, honouring Country and grounding the celebrations. \nBeloved Fair Day favourites return\, including Doggywood\, the country’s most adored canine pageant\, Trans Camp\, back for its second year as a proudly trans-run community zone\, Karaoke Cave: Disco and Divas hosted by Vybe\, serving unapologetic sing-along chaos and the Drag King Games with their signature mix of muscle\, mischief and mayhem. \nAlso strutting back on stage is the Queer Fashion Runway\, showcasing works from 10 local designers in a fast\, fabulous 50-minute show. EOIs are open until Friday\, 30 January 2026 via fairday@mardigrasarts.org.au \nMore than 200 community stalls\, food trucks\, pop-up bars and picnic spots fill the park\, creating a relaxed\, joy-fuelled day of wandering\, grazing and gathering with friends\, family and chosen family.
URL:https://guidetogay.com/event/mardi-gras-fair-day-2026/
LOCATION:Victoria Park\, 1001 City Rd\, Camperdown\, New South Wales\, 2050\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Pride Event,Special Day
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SUMMARY:SYDNEY GAY AND LESBIAN MARDI GRAS PARADE 2026
DESCRIPTION:Can you feel it? \nIt starts as a heartbeat — one that’s echoed through this city since 1978.\nThen the bass drops: the roar of the crowd\, the thunder of the Dykes on Bikes\, the shimmer of sequins under streetlights. From that first rev to the final float\, you can feel it rising — an energy that’s wild\, defiant\, and beautifully alive. \nThis is Ecstatica — the 48th anniversary of the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade\, lighting up Oxford Street\, Flinders Street\, and Anzac Parade on Saturday 28 February 2026. \nOver 200 floats and 12\,000 marchers will bring the night to life — led proudly by our 78ers\, First Nations LGBTQIA+SB communities\, and the fearless icons who continue to shape our story. Together\, they’ll transform Sydney’s most famous streets into a dazzling current of queer celebration and activism — a reminder of how far we’ve come\, and how bright we burn when we rise together. \nJoin hundreds of thousands of people from Hyde Park to Moore Park as the Parade turns the city electric — a living\, breathing spectacle of love\, unity\, and ecstatic joy. \nFrom free viewing areas to premium grandstands and Accessible Viewing Zones with inclusive amenities and shuttle transfers\, the Parade is for everyone — because joy means more when it’s shared. \nThis is our party.\nThis is our power. \nThis is Ecstatica.
URL:https://guidetogay.com/event/sydney-gay-and-lesbian-mardi-gras-parade-2026/
LOCATION:Taylor Square Darlinghurst\, Taylor Square\, Darlinghurst\, NSW\, 2010\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Pride Event,Pride Parade
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SUMMARY:Mardi Gras Party 2026
DESCRIPTION:More details to come – as party is being totally reimagined. \nVisit the link to Mardi Gras website for the latest information and TIMES as this event will be primarily held OUTSIDE in the showriung – which means an earlier finish time of 3am. \nhttps://www.mardigras-party.com.au/
URL:https://guidetogay.com/event/mardi-gras-party-2026/
LOCATION:Entertainment Quarter\, 122 Lang Rd\, Moore Park\, NSW\, 2021\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Pride Event
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SUMMARY:DAVID MILLS: ‘glamour + despair’  Stand-Up Comedy Cabaret for the End Times
DESCRIPTION:Hayes Theatre July 1 & 2 \npart of the Winter Cabaret Season \n  \nDirect from New York City\, – home of the 2026 NBA Champions\, the Knicks – award-winning stand-up/cabaret firebrand\, David Mills\, brings his critically acclaimed ‘glamour + despair’ to the Hayes Theatre as part of their Winter Cabaret Season. \n\nThis screamingly jaded look at the apocalypse just played for two sold-out shows at the 2026 Adelaide Cabaret Festival.  Some of the reaction below: \n\n‘Glamour + Despair was nothing short of brilliant. The comedy was intelligent\, engaging and hilarious.  The cabaret was emotive\, soulful and impactful.  It was a great show from beginning to end. I laughed my mascara off!’ — @theAdelaideHipster \n\n‘Mills is the consummate stand-up comedian\, the oracle of his tribe\, the satirist with a sting. But he’s also a cabaret artist who twists the tone with song.  He delivers his message with chilling effect only to relieve the tension with a joke.  A cabaret iconoclast\, part artist\, part antichrist\, part prophet.’ — Peter Wilkins\, Canberra Critics Circle   \n\nIn this scathing romp through the boneyard of contemporary culture\, Mills eviscerates everything from celebrity to casual sex\, LGBTQIA+ pride to social media\, drugs to affirmations\, and much more.  His sharply satirical comedy takes aim at today’s harrowing headlines and skewers the unrelenting horrors of contemporary life. \n\nA bold showbiz iconoclast\, Mills mixes biting stand-up\, storytelling and a singular take on classic nightclub cabaret into innovative\, uncharted performance territory. \n‘glamour + despair’ is a provocative mash-up of biting wit and dingy basement cabaret reinterpretations including forgotten 70s soul\, indie bar room laments\, twisted disco and even a current dance rock anthem. Numbers include underappreciated gems by Oscar Brown\, Tom Waits\, Charlie Smalls\, Odessey and Sports Team. \n  \nNow based in NYC\, American stand-up / cabaret singer / actor David Mills\, spent over a decade on the cutthroat London stand-up circuit.  He’s opened for Trevor Noah\, Margaret Cho and Ed Byrne and taken several acclaimed shows to the Edinburgh Fringe.  He’s appeared in films alongside Meryl Streep\, Hugh Grant\, Benedict Cumberbatch\, Harrison Ford and Rami Malek.  Since 2023\, he’s been in the US smashing the comedy basements of NYC. \n  \n‘blisteringly smart\, achingly funny\, uncompromisingly bold\, staunchly unapologetic\, blissfully original and completely\, totally\, absolutely enjoyable”- BroadwayWorld.com \n\n“A remarkable show that demands to be seen! His wry\, witheringly acerbic\, and topical observations are constantly hilarious and often surprising. He follows in the line of great social comics like Lenny Bruce\, Richard Pryor\, Paul Provenza\, and others\, but enhanced with daring and on-target song choices.” – Gerry Geddes\, bistroawards.com \n  \n“Debonair\, urbane\, sophisticated\, outrageously funny!” – Penny Arcade \n\n“Unapologetic\, droll\, laser sharp\, vulgar\, original and wickedly funny.” – Steve Murray\, CabaretScenes.com
URL:https://guidetogay.com/event/david-mills-glamour-despair-stand-up-comedy-cabaret-for-the-end-times/
LOCATION:Hayes Theatre\, 19 Greenknowe Avenue\, Elizabeth Bay\, NSW\, 2011\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Cabaret,Comedy,Theatre
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SUMMARY:Drag Roast 2026
DESCRIPTION:A global all-star cast and Australia’s fiercest drag performers are sharpening their tongues and stepping into the spotlight for Drag Roast\, a high energy live spectacle blending drag\, stand up comedy\, lip sync performances and outrageous celebrity roast culture into one gloriously unfiltered night out. \nTour Dates  \nBrisbane\, City Hall | Thu 16 July \nSydney\, Town Hall | Sat 18 July \nNewcastle\, Civic Theatre | Sun 19 July \nHobart\, Odeon Theatre | Wed 22 July \nMelbourne\, Town Hall | Fri 24 July \nAdelaide\, Norwood Concert Hall | Sat 25 July \nPerth\, Astor Theatre | Tue 28 July \nProduced by ITDEvents\, your host at Drag Roast will be the award-winning queer cabaret icon Reuben Kaye\, known for his razor-sharp wit and powerhouse vocals. Undoubtedly\, the drama will all lie in the unapologetically bold\, high-glamour performances by this all-star international Drag Race touring lineup.\n\nDrag Roast brings together drag icons and fan favourites from the global Emmy Award Winning Rupaul’s Drag Race phenomenon for a night packed with comedy\, chaos and camp spectacle. Combining razor sharp roasts\, dazzling performances and unpredictable audience interaction\, the tour celebrates drag as both an artform and a fearless form of entertainment.\n\nDrag Roast will tour across major venues around Australia\, bringing together an all star cast of international drag performers for a limited run of exclusive live shows. Each stop on the tour promises a unique night of outrageous comedy\, unforgettable performances and chaotic drag excellence\, with audiences invited to experience the glamour\, mayhem and unfiltered energy of one of the country’s boldest live entertainment events.\n\n“Drag Roast is exactly what Australia needs right now\, completely unhinged drag artists\, absolutely no filters\, and a room full of people ready to laugh at things we probably shouldn’t be laughing at. It’s chaotic\, outrageous and honestly unlike anything else touring the country right now\, “said Reuben Kaye.\n\nArt Simone adds\, “Aussie audiences absolutely love drag\, but Drag Roast takes things to a whole new level. It’s comedy\, chaos and complete stupidity in the best possible way. Getting to roast each other across the country with this bonza cast is going to be wild.”\n\nReuben Kaye is one of Australia’s most celebrated cabaret and comedy performers\, internationally recognised for his razor-sharp wit\, powerhouse vocals and unapologetically outrageous stage presence. A regular at major festivals including Edinburgh Fringe\, Adelaide Fringe and Melbourne International Comedy Festival\, Reuben has built a huge following through sold out tours\, television appearances and viral online performances. He will host Drag Roast 2026\, bringing his signature chaos and crowd work to the production.\n\nArt Simone is Aussie drag royalty and Drag Race Down Under superstar serving glamour\, chaos\, and pure camp excellence. Art Simone rose to international prominence as a finalist on RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under and has since become one of Australia’s most recognisable drag entertainers. Known for high-concept fashion\, quick comedy and polished live performance\, Art has toured extensively across Australia and internationally.\n\nRaja is a fashion icon and Drag Race legend known for her fierce runway looks and effortless cool. Raja is an Emmy-winning makeup artist\, fashion icon and winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 3. Widely regarded as one of the most influential drag artists in the franchise’s history\, Raja is known for avant-garde fashion\, sharp humour and global cult status within drag and queer culture. Raja later returned to compete on RuPaul’s Drag Race All Winners\, cementing her status as one of the show’s most iconic champions.\n\nDarlene Mitchell was a breakout star of RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 18\, serving powerhouse performances\, sharp wit\, and unapologetic main character energy. Appearing as part of the Drag Roast 2026 lineup\, Darlene Mitchell is bringing sharp comedy\, high-energy performance and fresh international drag talent to the Australian tour. Darlene has quickly built a growing international audience and reputation as one of the franchise’s exciting new generation performers.\n\nJane Don’t\, the vintage-glamour comedy queen\, serving razor-sharp wit\, quirky camp\, and one of the strongest track records of Drag Race Season 18. Jane Don’t is an internationally touring drag performer who has rapidly built a growing global audience and reputation as one of drag’s exciting new generation performers. She brings a fresh modern drag sensibility to Drag Roast 2026 and rounds out one of the wildest touring drag casts Australia has seen.\n\nNicole Paige Brooks\, heralds the comeback queen of All Stars 10\, proving old-school drag never dies\, it just gets louder. A cult favourite from RuPaul’s Drag Race and RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars\, Nicole Paige Brooks is known for classic Southern drag charm\, comedy and legendary live performances. Nicole first appeared on RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 2 before returning to the franchise on RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 10\, introducing a whole new generation of fans to her iconic old-school drag style.\n\nThorgy Thor\, the violin-wielding drag clown from Drag Race who turns orchestras into full-blown circus acts. Professionally trained as a violinist she is best known from RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 8 and RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars. Blending live music\, comedy and absurdist humour\, Thorgy has become a fan favourite internationally thanks to her chaotic energy and unmistakable performance style.\n\nWillam\, is known as Drag Race’s most infamous rule breaker\, co-host of the hit Race Chaser podcast\, and a pop culture hurricane in heels. Famous for her unfiltered humour and viral commentary\, Willam became one of the most talked-about contestants in Drag Race history following her appearance on Season 4. Since then\, she has built one of the largest online audiences and podcast followings of any queen from the franchise.\n\nTickets: Great Seats Available From $89 + Booking Fee\nwww.itdevents.com
URL:https://guidetogay.com/event/drag-roast-2026/
CATEGORIES:Drag Show / Tour / Concert
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SUMMARY:Coastal Twist NSW 2026
DESCRIPTION:Pack your beach bag\, your sequins and your party wear because one of Australia’s most unique regional Pride experiences is returning to the stunning NSW Central Coast this spring. From 27 September to 4 October 2026\, Coastal Twist Festival will transform the Central Coast into a vibrant celebration of pride\, arts\, culture\, creativity and connection\, inviting LGBTIQA+ people and allies from across Australia to experience eight unforgettable days of festivals\, beaches\, parties\, performances and community. \nJust 70 minutes north of Sydney and 70 minutes south of Newcastle via the M1\, the Central Coast offers the perfect long weekend or week-long escape\, combining spectacular beaches\, coastal villages\, lush hinterland\, boutique accommodation\, incredible dining and a thriving creative community with one of Australia’s fastest-growing regional Pride festivals. \nNow entering its sixth year\, Coastal Twist has grown from a grassroots community initiative into a nationally recognised celebration of queer visibility\, culture and belonging. While major city Pride events play a vital role\, regional Pride festivals carry a special significance. For many LGBTIQA+ people living outside metropolitan areas\, experiences of isolation\, discrimination and limited access to support services remain a reality. Regional Pride events create vital spaces where people feel seen\, connected and celebrated\, while helping build stronger\, more inclusive communities for everyone. \nThis year’s festival theme\, “Radical Radiance\,” is an invitation to shine brighter together and create the future we want to see: one built on compassion\, courage\, joy and collective unity. \nAcross eight days and nights\, festival hubs in Woy Woy\, Ettalong Beach\, Umina Beach and Gosford will come alive with a colourful mix of cabaret\, theatre\, live music\, dance\, visual arts\, film\, parties\, community events and unforgettable experiences\, culminating in the iconic Coastie Carnie Fair Day\, a uniquely Coastal Twist celebration unlike anything else on the Australian Pride calendar. \nFestival Director Glitta Supernova says visitors can expect much more than a traditional Pride festival. “Coastal Twist is where queer culture meets a beach holiday. You can spend the morning swimming in the ocean\, exploring our incredible coastline or wandering through the hinterland\, then spend the afternoon discovering art\, live music and performances before dancing the night away. It’s a celebration of identity\, creativity\, community and joy set against one of Australia’s most beautiful coastal backdrops.” \nSupernova says regional Pride festivals play a critical role in creating visibility and driving social change. “For many people\, especially those living outside major cities\, Pride can be a lifeline. It reminds people they belong\, that they’re valued and that they are not alone. Regional communities often have fewer dedicated services\, fewer safe spaces and fewer opportunities for connection than our city counterparts. That’s why events like Coastal Twist matter. They’re not just celebrations\, they’re powerful acts of visibility\, belonging and community-building.” \nAt a time when many communities are experiencing increased social division and uncertainty\, Coastal Twist offers something different: a chance to connect\, celebrate diversity and imagine a brighter future together. “In a time when fear and division can feel loud\, we choose to radiate love\, hope\, kindness and connection instead\,” says Supernova. “Radical Radiance is about shining as yourself and for one another. This year we’re inviting people from across Australia to come and experience the incredible spirit of the Central Coast and help us radiate the future we want to see\, one grounded in compassion\, courage and collective unity.” \nWhether you’re looking for a spring getaway with friends\, a queer cultural escape\, a beachside adventure or simply an excuse to celebrate life\, Coastal Twist offers the perfect combination of festival energy and coastal relaxation. \nThe full festival program and performer lineup will be announced in the coming weeks. \nFor festival updates and travel information\, visit www.coastaltwist.org.au. \n 
URL:https://guidetogay.com/event/coastal-twist-nsw-2026/
LOCATION:Gosford Regional Gallery\, 36 Webb St\, East Gosford\, NSW\, 2250\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Simple Minds Australian Arena Tour
DESCRIPTION:SIMPLE MINDS\nAUSTRALIAN and NEW ZEALAND ARENA TOUR  \nCelebrating Five Decades of Music\nWith very special guest GARY NUMAN\nOne of the world’s most popular and acclaimed live bands\, SIMPLE MINDS return to Australia this February as part of their V Tour 2027\, celebrating five decades of music. \nSaturday 13 February 2027 – RAC ARENA\, Perth\nTuesday 16 February 2027 – Adelaide Entertainment Centre Arena\, Adelaide\nThursday 18 February 2027 – Rod Laver Arena\, Melbourne\nSaturday 20 February 2027 – Qudos Bank Arena\, Sydney\nSunday 21 February 2027 – Brisbane Entertainment Centre\, Brisbane \nTickets on presale from Thursday 18 June 9am local time.\nGeneral public tickets on sale Friday 19 June 9am local time\nSince the release of their debut album Life in a Day\, SIMPLE MINDS have enjoyed a remarkable career\, selling out arenas and stadiums across the globe. Renowned for their anthemic choruses and expansive sound\, the band became one of the defining acts of the 1980s. Their enduring catalogue includes global hits ‘Alive and Kicking’\, ‘Promised You A Miracle’\, ‘Waterfront’\, ‘Don’t You (Forget About Me)’\, ‘Belfast Child’\, ‘Sanctify Yourself’\, ‘She’s a River’\, ‘Let There Be Love’ and over 60 million albums sales worldwide. \nFrequently cited as an influence by younger artists\, the band continues to receive critical acclaim. MOJO recently described their energy as ‘undiminished’ whilst other critics praised the band’s endurance and consistent creativity. This legacy is reflected in their ongoing global success\, with ‘Don’t You (Forget about Me)’ recently joining the prestigious Spotify Billions Club. \nJoining the SIMPLE MINDS V Tour 2027 as very special guest is GARY NUMAN\, who makes his long-awaited return Down Under\, his first Australian tour in over a decade. \nFew artists have impacted modern electronic music quite like GARY NUMAN. Rising to fame with hits\, ‘Are ‘Friends’ Electric?’ and ‘Cars’ Numan pioneered a distinctive sound that helped define the future of electronic music and inspired artists across rock\, electronic and alternative music – an influence that continues to resonate today. \nKnown for his brooding atmospheres\, driving beats\, and powerful live performances\, GARY NUMAN continues to captivate audiences across the world. \nThe SIMPLE MINDS V Tour 2027 promises a panoramic live music experience\, an all-encompassing celebration of music across five decades from a band who have not only managed to remain relevant to each new generation but continue to shape and perform with the same energy that has defined their career.
URL:https://guidetogay.com/event/simple-minds-australian-arena-tour/
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20270221T100000
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SUMMARY:Mardi Gras Fair Day 2027
DESCRIPTION:Fair Day returns to Victoria Park for 2027—bigger\, bolder\, and bursting with community pride. It’s the day Sydney stops\, gathers\, and glows together in full colour: a celebration of culture\, community\, and creativity at the beating heart of Mardi Gras.
URL:https://guidetogay.com/event/mardi-gras-fair-day-2027/
LOCATION:Victoria Park\, 1001 City Rd\, Camperdown\, New South Wales\, 2050\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Pride Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20270306T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20270306T230000
DTSTAMP:20260526T082141Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T082141Z
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SUMMARY:Mardi Gras Parade 2027
DESCRIPTION:The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Parade returns on Saturday\, March 6\, 2027.
URL:https://guidetogay.com/event/mardi-gras-parade-2027/
LOCATION:HYDE PARK – OXFORD STREET – ENTERTAINMENT QUARTER\, Taylor Square\, Darlinghurst\, NSW\, 2010\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Pride Event,Pride Parade
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270701
DTSTAMP:20261030T065300Z
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SUMMARY:Tokyo Pride 2027
DESCRIPTION:Tokyo Pride is one of Asia’s largest events celebrating the existence of LGBTQ+ people and advocating for the restoration of their rights.\nTokyo Pride organises events for youth\, including Pride Parades & Festivals\,as well as queer art exhibitions\, LGBTQ+ culture presentations\, and human rights conferences\,raising awareness of social issues and amplifying diverse voices. \nStarting with Pride Month\, which celebrates diversity and calls for the restoration of LGBTQ+ rights\, our aim isto collaborate with various organisations\, including LGBTQ+ individuals and allies\, government agencies\, corporations\, and embassies\,to think together with many people\, deepen understanding of human rights issues\, andcreate opportunities to eliminate prejudice and discrimination.  \n  \n・Pride Parade\n　June 6\, 2026 (Sun) Start time: 12:00 (scheduled)\n　Parade area: Shibuya to Harajuku (scheduled) \n・Pride Festival\n　June 5 (Sat) and June 6 (Sun)\, 2027 11:00 – 18:00\n　Venue: Yoyogi Park Event Plaza & Outdoor Stage \n・Pride Night\n　June 6\, 2027 (Sun) 18:00 – 24:00\n　Venue: Shinjuku 2-chome AiSOTOPE LOUNGE\, Shinjuku 2-chome ArcH \n・Queer Art Exhibition\n　June 1 (Tue) – 27 (Sun)\, 2027\n　Venue: Queer Space Tokyo\n　*Please check the Queer Art Exhibition event page for the latest opening information \n・Human Rights Conference\n　Under negotiation\n　Venue: Tokyo \n*Details of each event will be announced sequentially as soon as they are decided.
URL:https://guidetogay.com/event/tokyo-pride-2027/
CATEGORIES:Pride Event,Pride Parade,Rally,Social Dance / Mixer
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