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Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras

The Mardi Gras Parade heads to the Sydney Cricket Ground on 6 March

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Walk through a rich history of parties and protests, synonymous with LGBTIQ life in Sydney.

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Picnic Surry Hills is back again in 2021 to connect local communities with our local businesses throughout Surry Hills and the Eastside Sydney area.

Saturday 6 March to Sunday 7 March

Picnic Surry Hills & Eastside Sydney

Enjoy a fabulously diverse program of events this Mardi Gras season.

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Mobility access

Closed captions

Braille

National Relay Service

Blind and low vision assistance

Sign language

Hearing loop

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Community & causes

Exhibitions

Nightlife

Food & drink

Sport & fitness

Shopping, markets & fairs

Theatre, dance & film

Music

Children & family

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Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras

Sydney’s biggest LGBTIQ celebration

Parade

Parade: Walking Tour

Picnic Surry Hills & Eastside Sydney

Celebrate Mardi Gras 2021