The expanded celebration will culminate in the iconic Brisbane Pride Rally, March and Fair Day, all returning to New Farm and taking place on the same day as Melt Festival’s River Pride Parade and Melt Opening Night Party at Brisbane Powerhouse. It’ll be an unforgettable day celebrating diversity, inclusion, joy and community.
The festival will celebrate two months of events highlighting the rich diversity, history, creativity and resilience of Queensland’s LGBTQIA+ communities.
“Brisbane Pride has always been about visibility, community and standing together. At a time when LGBTQIA+ people are once again facing increasing attacks on our rights, our identities and our place in public life, Pride remains both a celebration and a statement,” Brisbane Pride President James McCarthy says.
“Every person who marches, volunteers, performs, attends an event or simply turns up in support helps demonstrate that our community is strong, proud and here to stay. Pride reminds us how far we've come, while reinforcing the work that still lies ahead.
“We're thrilled to be returning to New Farm for our Rally, March and Fair Day, taking place on the same day as Melt Festival’s River Pride Parade. Bringing these events together will create an extraordinary day that showcases the strength, diversity and vibrancy of LGBTQIA+ communities across Queensland.”
Over at Melt Festival, Brisbane Powerhouse CEO and Artistic Director Louise Bezzina says the event is proud to add its own colour to Brisbane’s Pride season.
“A rising tide lifts all boats,” she says. “When one part of our community rises, we all rise with it, and Brisbane’s Pride season is proof of that. Melt Festival is honoured to stand shoulder to shoulder with Brisbane Pride this year, and we welcome them back to New Farm alongside the River Pride Parade. It is our way of adding to a day the whole city can be proud of.”
Brisbane Pride is also preparing for another vibrant Fair Day. It will feature community organisations, businesses, food vendors, entertainers and exhibitors from across Queensland.
Brisbane Pride Festival is on from 26 September-31 October.
