MARDI GRAS

 

SUNDAY 16 FEBRUARY - SATURDAY 1 MARCH

 

One of our favourite times of the year is here and we've got PLENTY of events to celebrate. With a stack of our local legends, Queens, Queens and more Queens, plus extra guests, there'll be something for everyone this queer festive season.

 

Check out our full program of Mardi Gras events below. Get ready to dance, express, and be unapologetically fabulous.

EVENTS

Sunday 16 February from 3pm ti...

Woody's Fair Day Afterparty (Waywards) & Bank Fair Day Afterparty (Public)

Public Bar:

Fair Day kick ons with DJs and Drag all afternoon until late.

DJs Adam Sullivan and Loudlodge providing the bangers and our fab Queens Karna Ford (Rupauls Drag Race current season) and Victoria Mami providing the entertainment and sass.

 

Waywards:

Woodys are back for their annual Fair Day afterparty with a stacked line up of woofy queery magic guaranteed to please every sense and sensual urge. FREE ENTRY as always… make sure to get in early to not miss out!! Get some Woody’s in ya 🤠💕 

DJs: 

🧸 ROB JENNINGS 

🧸 JOHN PANTS 

🧸 LUKE RYAN 

🧸 HAMO 

Performances by: 

🧸 JACKIE DANIELS 

🧸 EL BEAUTY 

🧸 COUNT FUCKULA 

Hosted by: 🧸 GABE WOODS 

FREE ENTRY DOORS 4pm – 12am 

 

Wednesday 19 & 26 February

Birdcage (Waywards)

Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock, knitting in the evenings or simply prefer the couch to a Wednesday night out, you’ll have heard of Birdcage by now. Let us introduce you to Newtown’s only weekly les & queer party! Drag, DJs and performances until the early hours, our Mardi Gras events are going to be bigger than ever.


 

Thursday 20 February

Queer Screen (Waywards)

Queer Screen Film Fest has become a major event that delivers the latest LGBTIQ+ movies to Sydney’s screens. Waywards will be hosting a special Mardi Gras screening.


 

Friday 21 February

Medusa (Waywards)

Bringing you a sexy, sultry and incredible night full of love and connection, we’re so excited to come together to celebrate our favourite time of year! You can expect sultry performances & a dance floor to match. This is a space to own your power, embrace your confidence and connect with the community.

 

Embracing women, non-binary and trans (masc & femme) people equally, we celebrate the queer, no matter the label you prefer. Whether that be bisexual+, pansexual, asexual, lesbian, queer, demi or hetero for our straight identifying trans folks in the mix, and the many orientations in between. This is a space for you!

 

With a diverse line-up of performers, Dj’s and host, Medusa holds a commitment to ensuring all aspects of the event are created and curated by members of this community. 

 

Tickets on sale soon.

Sat 22 February | 9pm - 3am

The Doorlist x Jubahlee presents: The Ruby EP Launch Party

The Door List and Jubahlee are coming together to celebrate the launch of Jubahlee's brand new EP, “RUBY”. Bringing together some of their fave local artists on support, including Kilimi B2b Mansa, TIMA, Sovblkpssy and more.

LINE UP

Kilimi B2b Mansa (Montreal)
Jubahlee (Live)
Tima (Live)
Sovblkpssy (Melb)
Jayyyslays

Free entry, RSVP essential. 

Thursday 27 February | 6:30pm

Drag Bingo with Carmen Geddit

Join us for a glitter-packed Mardi Gras special of Drag Bingo, hosted by the iconic Carmen Geddit—where every number comes with sass, sparkle, and fabulous prizes! Bookings essential.

Saturday 1 March

Dykes on Bikes Official Mardi Gras Afterparty (Waywards)

Dykes On Bikes Sydney are inviting the whole LGBTQIA+ community to come party with us after the Sydney Mardi Gras Parade at Waywards. Whether you ride with us or just want a great night out with a lot of fun, this will be the party for you! Line-up details coming soon.