Here’s how you can be a part of Brisbane Pride Festival

September is Pride Month in Brisbane, and there are plenty of ways to get involved, from Fair Day to all the celebrations.

Brisbane Pride is Queensland’s largest annual LGBTQIA+ festival, hosting a month-long calendar of events for the LGBTQIA+ community and allies to be a part of.

“Each year, Brisbane Pride grows in size and impact.” Brisbane Pride President James McCarthy said.

“The festival isn’t just a month of events. It’s the heartbeat of our community, where new connections are forged, vital conversations happen, and funds raised directly empower our local LGBTIQA+ organisations.”

This year marks the 35th anniversary of the Brisbane Pride Festival. And there are plenty of ways for you to be a part of it.

Are you ready for Pride March?

Every year, thousands flock to the city’s annual Pride March and Fair Day on Saturday, September 20th.

Brisbane Pride has confirmed that the morning’s Rally is back at Queens Gardens Park in the CBD from 9 am.

Marchers will gather in the park before travelling over Victoria Bridge, led by Dykes on Bikes.

They will then march across the Brisbane River to Musgrave Park for Fair Day.

Following the same route as the city’s first Pride March on June 30, 1990.

“That march was more than symbolic,” said McCarthy.

“It was a turning point. A year earlier, it had been illegal to hold a Pride March in Queensland.

“It took place in the shadow of stigma and violence, and yet people showed up loud, proud, political and unapologetic.

“They carved the path that we now walk. Thirty-five years on, we continue that work. We do it with pride and we do it with purpose.”

Groups who would like to take part in this year’s Pride March can register their participation online here.

Get your early bird ticket for Fair Day?

Early bird tickets to Fair Day 2025 are already on sale.

You can grab yours at discounted prices until August 15th here.

The crown jewel of the Brisbane Pride Festival, on 21st September, Musgrave Park will be transformed into a vibrant rainbow playground.

Where diversity is celebrated, love is honoured, and community thrives.

The day will be filled with non-stop entertainment, community stalls, a rainbow marketplace and more.

If you are a business or organisation that would like to host a stall at Brisbane Pride Fair Day?

Applications are now open. You can find out more here.

The cost of stalls includes the stall space only. Tables, chairs and power are additional costs which you can purchase at the time of registration.

Register an event, or why not volunteer?

While some people like to attend and soak in all the pride in September, nothing is stopping you from creating an event.

It could be a debut show, community catch-up, exhibition, dance party or sporting event.

When it comes to Pride Month, we need a range of diverse, inclusive and inspiring events to capture the hearts and minds of our communities.

So why not put one on? It’s only intimidating until you get started.

Find out more about registering an event here.

Check out the Brisbane Pride website or socials for more information about what’s coming in September.

And don’t forget to save the date for the free Brisbane Pride Festival Launch at Come To Daddy on Saturday, September 6th.

 

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