What To Wear: Mardi Gras Outfits, Ideas & Attire

First the first time in Sydney Mardi Gras history, the luxurious Glass Island is coming onboard to host Hot Trans Summer. The on-water party will be celebrating trans and gender-diverse talent tied together by host Andi Climax. The cosy corner pub will be bringing back its colourful Darlo Bar’s Drag Bingo nights with host Charisma Belle leading the festive fun. Numerous bar vouchers will be up for grabs and reservations are recommended to avoid disappointment. Absolut are hosting a debut Fair Day After Party at The Beresford to keep the vibes high on Sunday, February 16. The Merivale pub will feel like a seamless extension of the massive day with nonstop DJ sets and drag performances scheduled in.
Be sure to keep criminals in check  with this sexy Bonded Cop Womens Costume. Finish off this daring costume with the included police hat, adjustable belt and handcuffs. You'll have criminals begging mardi gras dress up to be caught and locked up for your next fancy dress party. Radiate happiness with this Rainbow Multi Slit Sheer Skirt that's perfect for festivals, Mardi Gras, fairy dress-ups, and more.

No matter where your imagination takes you, this wig will not disappoint. Give your costume a touch of sparkle and finish it off with a pair of these Nude Rhinestone Fishnet Opera Length Gloves. These nude fishnet gloves are made from stretchy nylon and feature sparkling silver rhinestone accents covering the entire gloves. Great for a large number of costumes or for some added glam to your festival outfit. Below, find outfit ideas for Mardi Gras and the best items to buy for the day and night. Once you have a variety of clothing and accessory items in purple, green, and gold, putting together an outfit will be easy.
Complete with sturdy support sticks for 360 degree maneuverability, these silver wings add a perfect addition for a statement making festival outfit. The City's float featured neon costumes and flashing LED lights, but not a speck of glitter. Beyond these headline events, Mardi Gras 2025 will feature over 100 activities. These include art exhibitions, panel discussions, film screenings, and community meet-ups. There’s something for everyone to enjoy, whether you’re new to Sydney, a resident or a returning visitor. Closing out Mardi Gras in style, Laneway is a beloved street party full of music, performances, and great vibes.

In 2023, the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras reached new heights when the city hosted WorldPride. This further solidified its status as a must-attend event for the global queer community. Without vehicles in the Parade this year, there will be a strong emphasis on elaborate costumes, outrageous props, satirical puppetry and creative works carried by the 5,000 participants from 120 groups. You can navigate, look for your costumes and securely place your order with ease from your favourite Sydney costume shop. The Museum also invites you to contribute your own  memories of Mardi Gras across time, through a Community Memory Project with costume-maker extraordinaire Rene Rivas in the Pink Butterfly Lounge.
The duchess and Eisenheim realize that they still love each other, but she is soon to be wed to the Crown Prince Leopold in what for him would be a marriage solely in pursuit of power. This is the story of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, told by his rival Antonio Salieri. Salieri, a devout man who believes his success and talent as a composer are God’s rewards for his piety, wishes he were as good a musician as Mozart and is perplexed as to why God favors him. Robert “Bobby” Boucher, Jr., is a water boy for the South Central Louisiana State University Mud Dogs.
The Driftless Area, located in the American Midwest, is a region that escaped the flattening effects of glaciation during the last ice age. Watch scientists and adventurers explore the fascinating features of this driftless “island.” And view rare aerial footage of the natural phenomena across steep, forested ridges and deeply carved river valleys. The documentary team takes you back 500 million years to learn how this region was formed and how it has changed over time. This emotionally rich drama recounts Benjamin Button’s extraordinary life of aging in reverse and his relationship with Daisy, the love of his life. Notable for its award-winning all-star cast, with Brad Pitt and Cate Blanchett playing the leading roles. Winner of 84 awards including Academy Awards for Best Art Direction and Best Visual Effects.

Pair with a sparkling halter, sheer shirt or white tank enjoy a hands free moment. You’ve got a few chances to catch drag bingo during Mardi Gras this year, including this fabulous one-day-only session over at BrewDog South Eveleigh. Plus, you’ll get the pick of the litter when it comes to BrewDog’s many award-winning brews.
If most Hungarians were asked to name one special or unusual folk festival in their home-country most would answer “Busójárás” which translates to Busó-walk. One can recognize this tradition when catching a glimpse of one of the unique masks, carts, the throwing of a coffined “witch” into the river or the huge fire connected to the Šokci people. The Šokci people are a subgroup of Croats who have lived, for centuries, in the Mohács area of Hungary. Ms Harrison said it was extraordinary to have seen a "change in the order" of gay rights during her lifetime. While the celebrations were overshadowed by police brutality that night, the event sparked a positive change for LGBTQIA+ people in Australia.

Wednesday February 26th, between 5pm and 10pm, famous artworks turn into backdrops for performance, storytelling, live music, and queer theatre. While entry is free you must register for tickets in advance as the space fills up quickly. There are weekends away , day rides to locations outside of Sydney and short rides around Sydney, for those who don’t want to travel too far.  We also have a number of social events, like our meet & greet throughout the year and the Christmas party. The After Parade Party – We like to have our own Mardi Gras after party, so stay tuned for event details to party with us on the night of the parade.
Pullman will host there annual Pre-Mardi Gras Party on Saturday March 1. Kick off Mardi Gras at this prime parade-side  location with Australian pop star Samantha Jade headlining. Nearly 150 LGBTQIA+ films across 72 sessions at Event Cinemas George St and Hurstville, Dendy Newtown, and Ritz Randwick. Special events at State Library NSW, The Rocks Laneway Cinema and Bank Hotel.
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