Sydney

Sydney’s gay community is centered around Oxford Street in Darlinghurst, with a lively mix of bars, clubs, and venues that cater to LGBTQ+ people. The city is internationally known for the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras, one of the largest pride festivals in the world.

Maine and Mara is a shop in Sydney. Located at Unit 11/37 Morley Ave, Rosebery NSW 2018, Australia.

Maine and Mara

Popular nightclub with 2 spaces featuring regular drag performances and DJs spinning house.

ARQ Sydney

Bright apartments with free Wi-Fi, kitchens & balconies, plus a trendy Japanese restaurant.

Adge Hotel + Residences

Cocktails and pub grub, plus live bands and DJs, in a stylish hangout with 3 bars and a lounge.

The Oxford Hotel

Fashionable, laid-back bar featuring a British-style food menu, plus whisky & gin tastings.

The Fox Hole

Wood-fired pizzas, homemade pasta and cocktails in a vibrant pub with a leafy, lantern-lit patio.

The Beresford Hotel

Enduring, vibrant pub and bar, for drag and cabaret shows, plus a cocktail lounge and terrace.

The Imperial Erskineville

2-story store selling men's undergarments & swimwear, a Mardi Gras & LGBTQ community supporter.

Aussie Boys

Avner's Bagels & Coffee is a restaurant in Sydney. Located at 370/372 Bourke St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia.

Avner's Bagels & Coffee

Upbeat neighborhood shop featuring books, DVDs, calendars & magazines for the LGBTI community.

The Bookshop Darlinghurst

Lively refurbished 1840s venue with multiple retro-chic bars, for cocktails, canapés and live DJs.

Burdekin Hotel

Butter Restaurant is a bar in Sydney. Located at 6 Hunt St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia.

Butter Restaurant

Planetdwellers is a venue in Sydney. Located at 1/113-115 Oxford St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010, Australia.

Planetdwellers

Record Store is a shop in Sydney. Located at Lower Ground Floor/511 Kent Street, entrance on, Bathurst St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia.

Record Store

Happening gay bar over 3 levels with nightly entertainment, including DJs, dancers and drag shows.

Stonewall Hotel

Sydney Sauna Group is a sauna and bathhouse in Sydney. Located at Level 1/38-42 Oxford St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010, Australia.

Sydney Sauna Group

Gourmet pub grub and craft beers served over 3 levels, including an open-air rooftop bar.

Taphouse Sydney

The Lifestyle Co is a shop in Sydney. Located at 109/451 Pitt St, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia.

The Lifestyle Co

Tongue Thai’d Eatery is a restaurant in Sydney. Located at Shop 3 265/271 Crown St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia.

Tongue Thai’d Eatery

Long-running, double-decker gay bar with DJs, dancing, risque shows and laser lights.

Universal Sydney

Sweethearts Rooftop is a bar in Sydney. Located at Level 3/33-35 Darlinghurst Rd, Potts Point NSW 2011, Australia.

Sweethearts Rooftop

Harry’s Bondi is a restaurant in Sydney. Located at 2/136 Wairoa Ave, Bondi Beach NSW 2026, Australia.

Harry’s Bondi

Shane Ave is a shop in Sydney. Located at 265 Parramatta Rd, Leichhardt NSW 2040, Australia.

Shane Ave

Sock Drawer Heroes is a shop in Sydney. Located at 480 Parramatta Rd, Petersham NSW 2049, Australia.

Sock Drawer Heroes

Harlem Starlet is a shop in Sydney. Located at 1, Shop 236/21 Bay St, Glebe NSW 2037, Australia.

Harlem Starlet

Rainbow Store is a shop in Sydney. Located at 81 York St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia.

Rainbow Store

Casual lodging offering bright dorms & private rooms, plus a lively bar, a breezy cafe & free Wi-Fi.

Qweer

Queer Gifts Australia is a shop in Sydney. Located at 480 Parramatta Rd, Petersham NSW 2049, Australia.

Queer Gifts Australia

Meet players from across the country for a social hang before the games begin!

Tournament Welcome Drinks

A social gathering to meet and connect with players before a tournament begins.

Participate in creative workshops and view exhibitions highlighting LGBTQIA+ artists.

Art, Workshops & Exhibitions

Join us as we hit the pub to catch up with the gang and also to welcome Spectres from across Australia ahead of the Pride Tournament this week. This social is open to everyone and anyone who wants to catch up and share a beer, a coke zero or a fancy cocktail no-one has ever heard of before!

The Courthouse

Pub Social - Pride Tournament

Sydney Spectres

A casual social at a pub for the LGBT community to meet up and welcome visitors before the Pride Tournament.

Pride Tournament Welcome Drinks

A basketball tournament where teams compete for Team Sydney at Australia's biggest Pride event.

A lively pub crawl across Sydney to celebrate Mardi Gras.

The Ultimate Mardi Gras Pub Crawl

Preseason training for Sydney Convicts Rugby Club.

Rushcutters Bay Oval 2

Preseason Training

A preseason training session for the Sydney Convicts Rugby Club.

The climax is just the beginning at this theatrical event.

Eternity Playhouse

Afterglow – Eternity Playhouse

Cooking class teaching how to make and enjoy traditional roti.

Ultimo

Roti making masterclass & dinner experience

Finale event of Mardi Gras, a vibrant night at Taylor Square.

Taylor Square

Glitter Club

A lively outdoor event celebrating Darlinghurst with food, drinks, and entertainment.

Darlinghurst

Sydney Streets on Stanley Street

Big Gay Boat Party

A large boat party celebrating Mardi Gras organized by Poof Doof.

A cowboy country dance class scheduled for February 27, 2026, from 18:45 to 20:00 AEDT. The event offers general admission tickets priced at $20 and BLAK Tix at $10, with options for flexible pricing. The class is hosted by Humanitix and takes place online, with ticketing available through their platform.

Cowboy Country Classes

Monthly open stage for drag performers hosted by Ruby Royale on the last Thursday of each month.

Ruby's Rumble

Join the Ultimate Mardi Gras Pub Crawl in Sydney on Friday, February 27, 2026, starting at 8:00 PM at The Scary Canary, 469 Kent Street. The event lasts approximately 8 hours and offers a lively nightlife experience with multiple venues. Tickets are available online, with early bird discounts starting at A$32.75. Participants can enjoy a festive celebration with fellow Mardi Gras enthusiasts. For more details and to purchase tickets, visit the event page on Eventbrite.

A glamorous night at Taylor Square to enjoy the Mardi Gras parade.

Join the Ultimate Mardi Gras Pub Crawl in Sydney on Friday, 27 February 2026, starting at 8:00 PM at The Scary Canary, 469 Kent St. The event features lively group activities across four top venues in Sydney's CBD, including free drinks, pizza, party items, and discounted drinks. Participants will enjoy express entry, a photographer, games, prizes, and a chance to meet new friends in a vibrant, inclusive atmosphere. The crawl concludes at Side Bar, with a special entry discount. Tickets are priced at $35 for adults. For more information and to book tickets, visit the event website.

March with the Sydney Spectres as part of our float at the Mardi Gras Parade where we showcase pride in basketball.

Parade March

A parade march where the Sydney Spectres will participate with a float to celebrate pride in basketball during the Mardi Gras Parade.

Drag Brunch

A drag show brunch event as part of the POOF DOOF Mardi Gras 2026 celebration.

Queer Formal® is the biggest and brightest night of the year for LGBTQIA+ youth aged 12 to 19 – it's your night to shine. Join us for a night of dancing, activities, drag, games, new friends and queer joy! This is a safe and inclusive space to meet new friends, connect with the queer community, and express yourself freely.

Queer Formal® Sydney 2026

Join the Sydney Bi+ Social Club float in the 2026 Sydney Mardi Gras parade on Saturday, February 28, 2026. The event features a dedicated Bi+ float with 60 participants dressed as butterflies in the colors of the bi pride flag (pink, purple, and blue). Participants will march on foot along a 1.7 km route starting from Hyde Park, with arrival at the marshalling area by 3 PM. The event is accessible, inclusive, and requires participants to be 18 or older. Tickets cost $65 and include butterfly wings, a spot in the parade, and a chance to carry the giant Bi Pride flag.

Mardi Gras 2026 Sydney Bi+ Social Club

Join the Sydney Bi+ Social Club float in the 2026 Sydney Mardi Gras parade on Saturday, February 28, 2026. The event features a group of 60 participants marching on foot along a 1.7 km route through Oxford Street, celebrating bisexual, pansexual, and multigender attracted communities. Participants are required to arrive at Hyde Park South by 3 PM, and the event is fully wheelchair accessible with a quiet space available. Tickets cost $65 and include butterfly wings in your chosen color, a spot in the parade, and the chance to carry a giant Bi Pride flag. Participants should wear a sparkly outfit under their wings. The parade emphasizes themes of social connection, inclusion, and diversity.

The Courty

Glitter Club is a premium viewing experience for the 2026 Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade, located at Taylor Square in Sydney. It offers an up-close, street-level view of the parade with exclusive vantage points from a raised deck, dedicated bars, curated food options, and private toilets. The event features performances by DJ Dan Murphy and Estée Louder, with additional guest announcements and a vibrant five-hour program. Attendees can enjoy the parade's floats, music, and celebration in a comfortable and immersive setting.

Celebrating 48 years of the Mardi Gras parade with vibrant festivities.

Ecstatica – Mardi Gras Parade Anniversary

A pride-filled night for LGBTQIA+ young people 12 to 19 to hang out, dance, and connect in a safe, welcoming and joyful space.

Sydney Queer Formal® 2026

A fun party for LGBTQIA+ young people aged 12 to 19 to dance, socialize, and enjoy a supportive, pride-filled night.

Big Gay Block Party - 5 Stage Takeover of ivy

Ivy Precinct

Big Gay Block Party

A large LGBTQ+ party featuring five stages of music and entertainment at Ivy Precinct for Mardi Gras 2026.

Enjoy a new state-of-the-art show featuring the multi-award-winning Total Glamour trio every Friday night at 8, 9, and 10pm.

Painted, Hung & On Display

Join the Mardi Gras Party 2026 in Sydney, a vibrant celebration taking place from February 13 to March 1, 2026. The event features a lively atmosphere with various activities and entertainment, culminating in a main celebration on February 28, 2026. The party starts at 20:30 and continues until 03:00, offering an exciting night for attendees. Hosted by Kicks Entertainment in collaboration with Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras, the event is held at the Entertainment Quarter.

Oxford Street

Mardi Gras Party 2026

A parade on Oxford Street where a LGBTQ+ basketball team is marching with LED and neon accessories to celebrate joy and community.

Dance all night with drag shows and DJs every Friday and Saturday from 9pm.

Late Night Disco

Rave Cave XVI is an electronic music event featuring the debut performance of Marie Eidolon, a Sydney-based artist known for seductive and sinister bass music with ethereal vocals and industrial textures. The event takes place on Saturday, February 28, 2026, starting at 9:00 PM at Bootleggers in Newtown, NSW. Tickets are available for pre-sale at $25 plus booking fees, with the door price at $30. The event is for attendees aged 18 and over and celebrates the dark, heavy, and modern electronic scene.

Newtown

Rave Cave XVI

An energetic night featuring top DJs and performers including G BLADE, FLATLINE, NEIL HUME, and TYRA BANKSTOWN, starting from 10pm.

Sanctuary Friday DJ & Diva Lineup

BIG GAY BLOCK PARTY this Mardi Gras at ivy. NOW TILL 6AM!

The Triangle

Poof Doof Big Gay Block Party

A Saturday night dance party with $10 entry during the first hour at The Triangle.

FUTURE PHASE takes over Poof Doof Melbourne with DJs Mevasmusic, Emily Adelina, Disco Bitch, Lleenamae, Itsdjnormcore, Nudibranchiaa, and Tavongaxo.

FUTURE PHASE Rave Takeover

Experience the ultimate underground club parties at The Imperial's basement venue.

Basement Parties

Learn to line dance every Friday in The Basement.

Cowboy Country Line Dancing

The street party on The Beresford Hotel's laneway during Mardi Gras.

Laneway Party

Kick off your weekend with $10 Fireball shots, $10 Hard Fizz, and an energetic atmosphere every Friday.

WTF! Fridays

It's the night of nights for LGBTQIA+ youth aged 12 to 19, featuring a dance event with free tickets.

LGBTIQ+ Night at Sydney Town Hall

An upcoming workshop focused on inclusive communication strategies for the LGBTIQA+ community, scheduled to take place on March 1, 2026, from 12:00 to 13:30. The event aims to support Australia's communicators by providing insights and best practices for inclusive messaging.

Online

LGBTIQA+ Inclusive Communications Workshop

A night featuring Princess Superstar with supporting acts including Cami Jones, Argonaut Bowers, Boy:Mode Elbain, and Tavonga. The event includes a dance party with a 1-2-3-4 beat and performances of hits like 'Watch Me Work It' and 'I'm Perfect!'.

Universal

Princess Superstar Live in Sydney

Chasers Nightclub

An outdoor celebration in Darlinghurst with food, drinks, and community activities.

Laneway is a vibrant street party taking place on Sunday, 1 March 2026, at The Beresford Hotel, 354 Bourke St, Surry Hills NSW, Australia. The event runs from 2pm to 10pm and features a mix of house, disco, and energetic dance music performed by renowned DJs and live acts, including Nadine Coyle, DJ Paul Heron, Amanda Louise, Alex Dugan, Brad James, TOMGRAAAM, CHRS, Dingo Disco, Camp Minister, DJ Donna, Jason Conti, Miss Katalyna, and Ney Like A Horse. Attendees can enjoy a lively atmosphere with performances, dancing, and a celebration of LGBTQ+ culture. Tickets start at $119, with options for VIP access that include early entry and faster service. The event is part of the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras festivities and is organized by Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras.

Laneway

March with MINUS18 at Pride March as part of the Midsumma Festival.

Pride March

Monthly leather-themed social event with dance beats, dress code includes leather, rubber, and denim.

CHAPs Leather Social Sunday Tea Dance

Basketball training for absolute beginners and pros in a fun, welcoming and inclusive community.

Green Square Public School

Women's and Gender Diverse Training

A basketball training session for women and gender-diverse people in a fun and inclusive environment.

A celebration of Darlinghurst with outdoor activities and community engagement.

A vibrant event hosted at The Basement in The Imperial Erskineville, featuring a heated rivalry theme with performances, DJ sets, and lively atmosphere. The event is part of the iconic parties lineup, celebrating LGBTQIA+ culture and creative expression.

Superficial: Heated Rivalry Party

An appreciation night celebrating the TV series Heated Rivalry, featuring DJs spinning hits from the 00s and 10s, heated rivalry visuals, themed drinks, Hollanov masks for early attendees, and cardboard cutout giveaways. The event takes place at The Imperial Erskineville in Sydney on Friday, March 6, 2026, starting at 22:00.

Heated Rivalry Party

Green Square community basketball courts

A basketball training session for women and gender diverse people of all skill levels in a friendly and inclusive environment.

$10 Entry between 10pm and 11pm every Saturday night this Summer at The Triangle

POOF DOOF Melbourne - Summer Of Sweat

A Saturday night dance party with $10 entry available between 10pm and 11pm at The Triangle.

Mothership POOF DOOF is touching down for Gaylien - The 2026 ChillOut Official After Party! We’re serving interstellar vibes with an international lineup including biminibabes from RuPaul's Drag Race UK (DJ Set), absoluteishere (UK), itsargonaut jimithekween elbainmusic and a whole constellation of otherworldly creatures! Expect a dirty deep space dance floor that’ll keep your gravity way off kilter. Beam me up babes!

Victoria Park

Mothership POOF DOOF is touching down for Gaylien - The 2026 ChillOut Official After Party!

A dance party with international DJs and performers celebrating LGBTQ+ and alien-themed vibes.

Participate in The LOVE Project's social event aimed at fostering connections among older LGBTQ community members to promote social inclusion and well-being.

ACON Headquarters

The LOVE Project Community Gathering

A welcoming basketball training session for women and gender-diverse people in a fun and inclusive environment.

Green Square Community Court

SPECTRES LEAGUE

A basketball game event called SPECTRES LEAGUE.

A gathering for the bisexual community and allies to connect, share experiences, and celebrate diversity. The event is scheduled for March 11, 2026, from 18:30 to 21:30.

Courthouse Hotel

Bi+ March Meetup

A basketball training session for women and gender-diverse people of all skill levels in a friendly and inclusive environment.

Participate in The LOVE Project's social event aimed at creating better conversations and social engagement among older LGBTQ community members.

ACON Community Space

Join us on Stanley Street in Darlinghurst for a family-friendly event featuring local businesses with special offers, pop-ups, and engaging activations. Enjoy live music, entertainers, kids' activities, and alfresco dining in a lively festival atmosphere. The event runs from 11:00 to 22:00, with area closures and parking restrictions in place. The event aims to be inclusive and accessible, encouraging community participation.

POOF DOOF presents PRINCESS SUPERSTAR - LIVE serving Y2K chaos. The icon behind club weapon Perfect (Exceeder), is pulling up for a live set that’s equal parts filthy, fabulous and fully feral. Expect sleaze, sparkle and main-character energy all night. Supported by a lineup of certified dance floor instigators: djcamijones (Pikes Ibiza) • itsargonaut • elbainmusic • bowers.ltd • tavongaxo • djboymode. 10:00pm Til 6:30am - Cash and Card on the Door - Pre-sale Tickets via eventbrite Except for Special Events (check Our Website) - Email Melbournebirthdays@poofdoof.com for Birthday List Information - Chasers, 386 Chapel Street, South Yarra Vic 3141

POOF DOOF presents: PRINCESS SUPERSTAR - LIVE

Poof Doof

A lively dance party with live music and a DJ featuring Princess Superstar and other performers.

A concert celebrating 15 years of Panic! At The Disco’s album Vices & Virtues at Oxford Art Factory.

Oxford Art Factory

Panic! At The Disco Vices & Virtues 15th Anniversary Tribute

A live tribute event celebrating 15 years of Panic! At The Disco's album 'Vices & Virtues', performed in full along with fan favorites from 'A Fever You Can't Sweat Out' and 'Pretty. Odd.', featuring immersive theatricality and surprises. The event takes place at Oxford Art Factory, Main Room, on March 22, 2026, from 19:30 to 23:00.

Sydney

Upcoming Events

Tournament Welcome Drinks

Art, Workshops & Exhibitions

Pub Social - Pride Tournament

Pride Tournament Welcome Drinks

The Ultimate Mardi Gras Pub Crawl

Preseason Training

Afterglow – Eternity Playhouse

Roti making masterclass & dinner experience

Upcoming Pride & World Events

Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras 2026

Sports Leagues

Bentstix Hockey Club

Different Strokes Dragon Boat Club

Emerald City Kickball

GLMA Newtown

Community Groups

Businesses & Venues

Maine and Mara

ARQ Sydney

Adge Hotel + Residences

The Oxford Hotel

Shop Queer-Owned in Sydney

Rainbow Stripes Love Wins T-Shirt

Jesus Shaves Mouse Pad

The Autistic Trans Guide to Life

Demonica Sticker by Chaos! Comics

Take Sydney's queer scene with you

Explore LGBTQ+ Sydney

Where Things Are Happening