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September 2023 Brisbane, Queensland

Brisbane Pride Festival

A month-long celebration, with its origins starting as a Rally and March in 1990; Brisbane Pride Festival is cemented as Queensland’s premier festival for people of diverse genders and sexualities.

With the iconic Story Bridge lit up in rainbow on 21 September, and City Hall going rainbow from 22 to 24 September, the whole town will be feeling PROUD.

  1. Tae Tae in the Land of Yaaas!

    Date: 25 August 2023

    Time: 19:00

    Venue: Cremorne Theatre QPAC

    Brisbane festival, shake & stir theatre co and queensland performing arts centre in association with cpl - choice, passion, life present tae tae in the land of yaaas! by shake & stir theatre co from the creators of the 2022 smash-hit fourteen comes tae tae in the land of yaaas!, a sparkling new tragi-comedy by shake & stir theatre co. inspired by the true story of estee lee and written by her sister nelle lee, tae tae in the land of yaaas! is a confronting, honest, heart-warming retelling of tae’s journey from heartbreaking loss to a life top full of adventure, success and love. All bolstered by the support of a phenomenal family and a loving community – and a fabulously flawed drag queen, played by maxi shield (rupaul's drag race). together, they embark on a glittery adventure that challenges outdated notions of happily ever after and proves that true joy and fulfilment can be found in the most unexpected – and fabulous – of places. 25 aug—17 sep cremorne theatre qpac information & tickets: brisfe.st/pridelandofyaaas.

  2. Unconditional

    Date: 30 August 2023

    Time: 19:00

    Venue: Brisbane Powerhouse

    Brisbane festival, brisbane powerhouse and playlab theatre present unconditional by sean dowling and cameron hurry two men. They flirt. They dance. They fall in love. house. Dog. Coffee machine. Joint bank accounts. work. Routine. Drift. Crisis. intimate, poetic and de-centering, unconditional weaves a compelling tapestry of a queer relationship between a man who identifies as gay and a person whose identity evolves during their marriage… starting as “he”, but now transitioning to “she”, which destablises their union, their belief systems, and their politics. each playwright writes for one character in subjective monologue, duelling monologue and dialogue. Told with humour, insight and absolute honesty, unconditional re-examines and re-defines the nature of love and what we tell ourselves we would accept. Is love really unconditional? or does it have conditions like everything else? wed 30 aug – sat 9 sep brisbane powerhouse information & tickets: brisfe.st/prideunconditional.

  3. On Heat

    Date: 30 August 2023

    Time: 19:00

    Venue: Metro Arts

    Brisbane festival and metro arts present on heat by leah shelton love latex and hate the patriarchy? come revel in this steamy takedown of the backlash that’s changing how we live and love and fight and f*ck. absurdist lip-synch meets high-camp performance art in this pop-fuelled critique of sexual politics in the age of cynicism. nothing is sacred as psycho-siren leah shelton trawls through a pandora’s box of ancient myths, porn, pop-culture, the manosphere, instructional records, and revenge movie heroines. The heat is on. created by leah shelton (batshit, polytoxic) and directed by uk performance art royalty ursula martinez.

  4. Poof - International Book Launch

    Date: 01 September 2023

    Time: 18:00

    Venue: The Wickham (upstairs)

    Book launch - guest list cocktail event.

  5. Alexander Ball

    Date: 02 September 2023

    Time: 18:00

    Venue: The Tivoli

    Brisbane festival and the tivoli present the alexander ball by the house of alexander meanjin’s trailblazing ballroom house, the house of alexander returns to the tivoli once again for one night of extravagance, not to be missed. carrying on the legacy of ballroom forged by courageous trans women of colour all the way from harlem new york, this night will shine a spotlight on self expression, identity, and exceptional talent. the alexander ball brings eight striking categories that celebrates authenticity and invites you to revel in the magic of self-discovery. sat 2 sep the tivoli information & tickets: brisfe.st/pridealexanderball.

  6. Rainbow Dinner Church

    Date: 05 September 2023

    Time: 19:00

    Venue: Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 141 Brookes Street, Fortitude Valley

    A relaxed and informal combination of dinner and church, held with holy trinity's gay men's group, "integrity," going proud and strong for over 30 years. All welcome.

  7. TAYLOR SWIFT The Eras Countdown Pride Party

    Date: 08 September 2023

    Time: 19:30

    Venue: The Warehouse

    Harry k & fluffy present the ultimate taylor swift party as we celebrate her eras tour featuring hannah conda (drag race down under), beverly kills + fluffy all stars get ready to immerse yourself in an unforgettable night celebrating the queen of pop, taylor swift! the warehouse will be transformed into the biggest taylor swift themed party space. Music soundtrack exclusively taylor swift and for the first time ever you get to vote for the ultimate brisbane taylor swift eras countdown that will close off the night performed by our amazing drag queens & performers. this event promises to be an extraordinary celebration of taylor's incredible music career, featuring special visuals, signature cocktails, and a fantastic guest appearances by hannah conda & beverly kills (rupauls drag race down under s2) and your fluffy all stars vollie lavont, mandy moobs + more performing your favourite taylor swift anthems ticket details eras countdown 1st release $35 eras countdown 2nd release $40 eras countdown 3rd/on the door $50 you will be contacted before the event to vote for your favourite taylor swift anthems and we will be counting them down on the night... what's the refund policy? we do not offer refunds for any reason. this is a taylor swift fan party. No she will not be making an appearance. Yes we will be celebrating all things taylor swift.

  8. The Making of Pinocchio

    Date: 13 September 2023

    Time: 19:00

    Venue: Brisbane Powerhouse

    Brisbane festival, brisbane powerhouse and screen queensland present the making of pinocchio by rosana cade and ivor macaskill (uk) a true tale of love and transition told through the story of pinocchio. Set in a fictional film studio, you are invited to go behind the scenes of cade and macaskill’s creative process and their relationship, and question what it takes to tell your truth. Artists and lovers rosana cade and ivor macaskill have been creating the making of pinocchio since 2018, alongside and in response to ivor’s gender transition. in this "funny, clever and thoughtful two-hander, rich in playful imagery" (the guardian) their tender and complex autobiographical experience meets the magical story of the lying puppet who wants to be a ‘real boy’. With an ingenious scenography designed by tim spooner, layered with sound by yas clarke, lights by jo palmer and cinematography from kirstin mcmahon and jo hellier, the show constantly shifts between fantasy and authenticity, humour and intimacy, on stage and on screen. this show is for anyone seeking to explore the sheer joy and limitless potential of queer imagination. After it's successful world premiere at the london international festival of theatre, audiences called it "unmissable", "breath-taking", "phenomenal", "showstopping" and "the queer love story of the year". 13—16 sep brisbane powerhouse information & tickets: brisfe.st/pridepinocchio.

  9. Queer Here Art Exhibition

    Date: 14 September 2023

    Time: 17:30

    Venue: Grey Street Gallery, 226 Grey Street, South Bank, 4101

    Queer here' is art exhibition celebrates the talents, vision and experiences of queer artists from brisbane/meanjin. This exhibition is a collaboration between the queensland college of art and the brisbane pride festival.

  10. Bowerytopia: TABOO

    Date: 16 September 2023

    Time: 20:00

    Venue: The Tivoli

    Brisbane festival and the tivoli present bowerytopia: taboo by the stitchery collective embrace the provocative and celebrate leigh bowery's boundary-pushing creativity, where gender, style, and identity are boundless. Dress in your best taboo club attire or support the bold in the annual bowery costume competition. With top performance artists and djs from meanjin and across the continent, prepare to dance, crown the next queen of bowery, and let your glamour shine at bowerytopia: taboo. sat 16 sep the tivoli information & tickets: brisfe.st/pridebowerytopia.

  11. Pride Sunday

    Date: 17 September 2023

    Time: 07:30

    Venue: S. John's Cathedral, 373 Ann Street, BRISBANE

    Pride sunday the annual celebration of affirming, acknowledging and empowering all members of the diverse in gender & sexuality community during the brisbane pride festival. throughout the month of september, the cathedral will be decorated with rainbow ribbons, the cathedral's collection of community pride flags are on display and a specific digs program will be supported by the cathedral community's monthly "outreach through offerings" program pride sunday – september 17 07:30 eucharist with hymns* 09:30 choral eucharist* 11:15 pride labyrinth walk* + 14:00 open space discussion "sex, sex, sex... That's all they think about!" (darnell room, s. Martin's house - beside the cathedral, southern side) + 15:00 gay-e-tea (courtyard outside the darnell room beside the cathedral) + 17:00 said eucharist (southern chapels) 18:00 pride evensong* + all events - no charge all people (and pets!) welcome s. John's cathedral is a progressive, inclusive anglican christian church we pay respect to the people, elders and ancestors of yugara country on which the cathedral stands and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Always was - always will be. (*events available to be viewed via the cathedral's youtube channel - both live and later on-demand) (+further details are available on each specific event listing being held on pride sunday).

  12. QC ILC Tea Dance!

    Date: 17 September 2023

    Time: 11:00

    Venue: QC Community Space, 22 Helen Street, Teneriffe

    Qc ilc presents, all abilities lgbtiq+ tea dance! we are very excited to host this tea as part of brisbane pride festival 2023! we had such a great time at our last tea dance with folk, and we’re excited to be hosting another one in september for pride. join the qc ilc team for a day of fun, activities, music, food, drinks, tea, coffee and connection! with special guest dj galleon. come along to this free event and enjoy connection and chill out in an afternoon of dancing and tea, for our lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer, sistergirl and brotherboy people, people living with disabilities, support people, allies, friends, families and chosen families. yarn, connect and enjoy! sunday 17 september, from 11am to 3pm 22 helen street, teneriffe. disability accessible. Qc encourages people with all abilities to attend! to rsvp you can register via the link: https://bit.ly/qcilctdm or email ilc@qc.org.au or call 07 3017 1777.

  13. Labyrinth Walk - Pride Sunday

    Date: 17 September 2023

    Time: 11:15

    Venue: S. John's Cathedral, 373 Ann Street BRISBANE 4000

    A time to contemplate - a time to participate - a time to rejuvenate - ... For pride sunday a guided labyrinth walk and meditation will be held following the 9.30 sung eucharist, commencing around 11.15, both in person and streamed via you tube and will also be available to watch at a later time. gather under the rose window in the northern transept of the cathedral or follow via the live stream on the cathedral's youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/ucnk4ufkhyzhdskn-s_q9e4 walking notes and finger labyrinth may be downloaded from https://www.stjohnscathedral.com.au/whats-on/.

  14. “Sex, Sex, Sex… That’s All They Think About!”

    Date: 17 September 2023

    Time: 14:00

    Venue: S. John's Cathedral, 373 Ann Street, BRISBANE

    Open space discussion: “sex, sex, sex… that’s all they think about!” mandy, the mother of brian in “monty python’s life of brian”, who uttered those embarrassed words, might have been speaking about the conservative christian church rather than her mistaken-for-jesus son. In march 2021, the cathedral’s “on the way” podcast featured author nadia bolz-weber discussing her book, “shameless: a sexual reformation”, which explores the church’s obsession with sex, sexuality, gender and the harmful way religious teaching has informed society about these core aspects of humanity. bolz-weber “…opens the space for us to all reclaim a faith that honours the dignity of our bodies and the joy and goodness of human relationships”, and after listening to excerpts from the podcast, this event will use the open space concept of a discussion circle to give people the opportunity to share their stories, thoughts and questions in a safe, secure and nurturing environment.

  15. GAY-E-TEA

    Date: 17 September 2023

    Time: 15:00

    Venue: S. John's Cathedral, 373 Ann Street, BRISBANE

    The (almost) annual afternoon tea, coffee, cake, sandwiches, scones, slices, biscuits, flans, and pastries.... Chatter, laughter and sharing in a warm and loving environment held (weather permitting) in the le fanu courtyard (outside darnell room of s. Martin's house beside the cathedral proper) free event!.

  16. Pride Super Skate

    Date: 17 September 2023

    Time: 17:00

    Venue: Albany Creek Skateaway

    Sunday 17th september 2023 5pm- 8pm all ages, all welcome, family friendly community from brisbane and beyond are invited to an inclusive skating event. Dress with flair to experience impeccable vibes created by two on-skate djs, club lighting and a super friendly crowd entry $14.50 skate & blade hire $6 pay at the door, no booking required skateaway albany creek 700 albany creek rd, albany creek https://www.facebook.com/events/627528585980421/.

  17. Pride Evensong

    Date: 17 September 2023

    Time: 18:00

    Venue: Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 141 Brookes Street, Fortitude Valley

    A celebration and affirmation of pride at a traditional service of choral evensong, sung by the trinity choir, followed by a light supper.

  18. Pride Sunday Evensong

    Date: 17 September 2023

    Time: 18:00

    Venue: S. John's Cathedral, 373 Ann Street, BRISBANE

    One of the glories of the anglican expression of christian worship is the service of evensong, using the book of common prayer (1662) and featuring exquisitely sung canticles, chants and anthems offered by one of the cathedral's choral groups and choirs. a beautiful way to spend an hour or so in the neo-gothic splendour that is st. John's cathedral and to conclude our annual "pride sunday" celebrations. guest preacher: the rev'd dr john rolley, rector, holy trinity, goondiwindi there will be an opportunity for discussion with the preacher following the service over light refreshments (covid19 restrictions and guidelines permitting) the service of evensong can also be viewed online via https://www.youtube.com/channel/ucnk4ufkhyzhdskn-s_q9e4).

  19. FLUFFY X POOF DOOF - PRIDE DOOF

    Date: 17 September 2023

    Time: 20:00

    Venue: CLOUDLAND

    Fluffy x poof doof take over cloudland for one big gay night only as part of brisbane pride month - sunday 17th september from 8pm jimi the kween [dj/live] argonaut ruby slippers vollie lavont luna thicc mandy moobs scarlett fever harry k karma join us for an electrifying night of entertainment and glamour as poof doof takes over fluffy at cloudland. Special guests direct from poof doof jimi the kween (dj/live), dj argonaut & ruby slippers performances also by your fluffy all stars vollie lavont, mandy moobs, luna thicc, scarlett fever, and our fluffy dancers music by harry k & karma don't miss out on the most fabulous sunday night in brisbane. Come and immerse yourself in the magic of fluffy, where glamour, talent, and pure entertainment come together to create a night like no other. See you there! doors open 8pm shows from 9.30pm (every hour) cover charge $30 on the door (free for drag queens).

  20. Bite Club: 2nd Serve

    Date: 19 September 2023

    Time: 19:00

    Venue: The Princes Theatre

    Brisbane festival and the princess theatre present bite club: 2nd serve by briefs factory international and sarah beck get ready for the ultimate encore as the award-winning cult-cabaret mischief-makers, briefs factory, and the celebrated songbird sahara beck, join forces again in bite club: 2nd serve. sahara beck, hailed as one of australia's most arresting performers, will unleash her soaring vocals, while the ferociously fierce talents of the beloved briefs boys sweep the stage. brace yourself for a decadent extravaganza packed with awe-inspiring talent, serving up a reimagining of signature acts blending circus, drag, and burlesque, and pushing the princess theatre to its limits. get ready for more boys, more musicians and more mayhem, accompanied by sahara beck’s unforgettable original music. Don’t miss out on this genius and generous serving of internationally acclaimed burlesque royalty. 19—23 sep the princess theatre information & tickets: brisfe.st/pridebiteclub.

  21. Party Ghost

    Date: 20 September 2023

    Time: 19:00

    Venue: Metro Arts

    Brisbane festival and metro arts present party ghost by double take and cluster arts cirque, theatre, death and drag come together in this exquisite macabre production starring jarred dewey and oliva porter, directed by nicci wilks. Expect to see a wild mix of dismembered limbs, ghosts and all sorts of outrageous and disturbing shenanigans. fans of high-level circus and dark comedy will find party ghost refreshing, jaw-dropping and hauntingly hilarious. It's not for the faint of heart – so come prepared for a little bit of boo and a whole lot of bang for your buck! winner overall best circus and physical theatre, adelaide fringe 2023. 20—23 sep metro arts information & tickets: brisfe.st/pridepartyghost.

  22. SLAY PRIDE After Party Ft Kitty Glitter

    Date: 23 September 2023

    Time: 21:00

    Venue: The Warehouse

    Harry k & fluffy are proud to celebrate pride with the ultimate after party to brisbane pride festival fair day. Slay pride after party ft dj kitty glitter [syd], dj james alexandr [syd] + more experience a specially themed dance party arena with full main room production to create the ultimate dance party to celebrate brisbane pride music dj kitty glitter [syd] dj james alexandr [syd] enn harry k shows by beverly kills chocolate boxx vollie lavont luna thicc scarlett fever mandy moobs more to be announced ticket details https://bit.ly/43uawob first release $40 + b/f second release $50 + b/f third release/on the door $60.

  23. DRAG BRUNCH - PRIDE EDITION

    Date: 24 September 2003

    Time: 11:00

    Venue: CLOUDLAND

    Drag brunch club is ready to celebrate brisbane pride month with a fabulous pride inspired brunch party. Our drag queens are ready to perform the house down with the biggest pride diva anthems. welcome to drag brunch club. A fun exciting way to have brunch with your friends while our amazing drag hosts provide the crazy entertainment. spice things up at drag brunch club at cloudland every sunday. It’s a weekly brunch series that promises to be deliciously naughty, and at the same time, delightfully nice. arrive ready to be entertained by the riotous and risqué as you indulge in a banquet brunch and drinks package, that is as decadent as it is divine! each week your drag hosts bebe gunn, lulu lemans, elle de flower & freya armani will guide you through shows, games with fabulous prizes $85 + eventbrite booking fee – includes a welcome drink, all entertainment, a two hour italian-inspired brunch and drinks package including jugs of mimosa, sangria, canadian club, bloody mary (and our surprise jug of the day), premium beer, softdrinks, juice, mocktails (drinks package from 11:15am – 1:15pm). faq big grounds are catered for basic dietaries also catered for yes you can dress up no refund policy.

  24. Pride Fair Day After Party

    Date: 23 September 2023

    Time: 21:00

    Venue: The Wickham Hotel

    Keep the celebration going and head to the wickham for an epic pride fair day after party. There’ll be djs, drag performances and one hell of a party. Featuring miss first nation, supreme queen 2023, crulean, plus performances from tina bikki & henny spaghetti. The fabulous shanny t-bone will be your host for the night, and will keep the party going ’til late.

  25. Rainbow Grudge Match

    Date: 30 September 2023

    Time: 09:00

    Venue: The Valley Pool

    The brisbane tritons water polo club are hosting our bi-annual grudge match against the sydney stingers, melbourne surge and perth white pointers. come along and enjoy a day full of water polo fun at the valley pool. food options and licensed bar will be available all day.

  26. SPLASH OUT A Fabulously Queer Boat PRIDE Party

    Date: 30 September 2023

    Time: 18:30

    Venue: Oasis Brisbane

    Splash out - pride boat party saturday 30th september 7 till 11 (boarding happens 6.30pm) brisbane, get ready as splash out returns for another fabulously queer boat party as we celebrate brisbane pride month. welcome aboard brisbane's newest entertainment venue oasis, the ultimate party boat experience on the brisbane river. Set sail on a fabulous adventure filled with music, dancing, and amazing entertainment thanks to special music guests dj joelby [syd], enn, dan azzo [syd], nic holland [syd], harry k and your drag hosts bebe gunn, luna thicc, sarah problem, stefani stefani & freya armani splash out is taking over this nautical masterpiece which comprises of 3 decadent levels, individually designed to provide guests with 3 different but equally stunning visual and immersive experiences. Every detail has been carefully considered to ensure oasis can deliver a unique and unforgettable cruise! so grab your friends, put on your most fabulous outfit, and get ready to party like never before at splash out on the oasis. You don't want to miss out! general tickets or full-service vip tables are available for splash out via moshtix and oasiscruising.com.au (limited capacity) the details / splash out when: saturday 30th of september 2023 where: new farm park river hub (next to the powerhouse) arrive: 6:30pm (please have your ticket ready) depart: 7pm sharp disembark: 10.30pm tickets 1st release $49 + b/f 2nd release $55 + b/f vip table bookings book a private booth and take your oasis experience to a whole new level, affording you and your guests an exclusive space to enjoy the day. We have a number of vip booths and packages available on all 3 levels of oasis for vip table package enquiries please email bookings@oasiscruising.com.au or call 07 3171 7800.