Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras has just announced their 2025 festival and events lineup. The festival will run from February 14 until March 2, 2025. The festival promises a refocused approach to the true core Sydney Mardi Gras: unapologetic self-expression, powerful inclusivity, and joyous unity.
The theme for 2025 is FREE TO BE , which memorializes and honours the long-spanning fight for equality and all of those who fought so hard for the safety, peace, and independence of the community. The theme also celebrates the individuality and collective strength of the vibrant community. The 2025 festival will be jam-packed with new and old exciting events, bringing together thousands for an event of unforgettable moments, love, resilience, togetherness, and visibility.
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. We are thrilled to welcome everyone to this year’s festivities and look forward to continuing to champion the values of inclusivity and equality.
” Sydney Lord Mayor Clover Moore AO, said “Mardi Gras is one of my favourite times of the year. Sydney truly sparkles with diversity, inclusion and love proudly on show. We’re delighted to welcome people from around the world to our w.
