The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras is one of the world's most famous LGBTQI+ celebrations. What began as a protest march in 1978 has grown into a month-long festival culminating in an iconic parade through Oxford Street and an all-night party. It draws hundreds of thousands of spectators and tens of thousands of participants each year.
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The 2026 edition marks the 48th anniversary of the original 1978 protest march. As always, the festival runs through February and March, culminating in the parade on Oxford Street and the official party.