The 8 best places to celebrate Mardi Gras in 2025

You should be dancing (yeah!) in our Funky Fringe Pink Disco Plus Size Womens Jacket. Our incredible 70s jacket features tiered layers of pink metallic fringing and is perfect for getting your groove on. Twist, twirl and dance up a storm in this jacket that'll shine under party lights and make you stand out in the crowd. While the jacket itself is a statement piece, the open front of the jacket also means you can show off your disco outfit, steal the show and be the envy of all. Pair with our range of flared 70s disco pants, glittering 70s hot pants and matching tops, as well as funky 70s accessories to complete your desired look. Even better, complete your bold festival look as this jacket is absolutely perfect for festival outfits too.
Complete the costume with other accessories from our pirate range. You may start the fire in hearts with this Fireman Fever Mens Costume but you'll also put them out too. This rainbow cowboy hat costume comes with a black jumpsuit featuring a full zip-up front and mesh top with a reflective harness to wear over the top and a red plastic fireman helmet to top it off.

In this action-drama, we follow two Danish resistance fighters, Flame and Citron, who kill Danish Nazis and collaborators without hesitation until they are no longer certain whom their targets represent. Filmed in multiple locations including Copenhagen, Denmark; Berlin, Germany; and Prague, Czech Republic. Explore the final months in the life of one of the most important artists of the modern era, Francisco Goya. Five-time Goya Award winner and recipient of the European Film Award for European Cinematographer. When Romanian peasant Nea Marin visits a friend who works at a hotel on the Black Sea, he is mistaken for Mr. Juvett, a rich American businessman who is being followed by the American mob.
You will also have front row access to the starting point of the iconic Mardi Gras parade, free flowing drinks, roaming bites, DJs & good vibes all round. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present, and emerging. Head back to the hotel to continue partying the evening away.. You cannot leave your bike at the end area, as it will be towed and fined, however, you can park it at EQ or the surrounding side streets if you want to stay. Colour groups – to make 200 bikes more manageable, we will assign you to a colour group to ride in during the Parade. If there’s a particular colour group you’d like to be in, let us know when you apply for membership.

From 10am, it will be a hub of face painting, arts and crafts, balloons and goodie bags. There’s even two Drag Storytime sessions, and plenty of local cafes for delicious food. While the event is free, it does tend to book out quickly so we recommend grabbing your tickets early. Step into the velvety Violet Hall to be totally enveloped in the sounds of techno and house while the open-air stages (including heart of the party will bring unforgettable dance, pop, punk and funk. For one night only, join us for an unforgettable event where diversity takes the spotlight, and the transformative power of drag brings people together in a celebration of uniqueness and talent.
Palme d’Or nominee for Best Director and three Best Actor awards. Berlin itself may be the real star of this much-loved fantasy. Shot in stark black & white in the still-divided capital city, Wenders earned plaudits at Cannes for his story of two angels who have spent eternity observing humankind. Bruno Ganz is the angel Damiel who longs to be human; Peter Falk is an actor and star of a long-running American detective series who has wisdom to impart to the conflicted angel. Just as three intimately close friends are becoming deeply involved with the events of the Prague Spring of 1968, Soviet tanks crush the nonviolent rebels and their lives are changed forever. In late 19th-century Vienna, Duchess Sophie von Teschen is reunited with renowned illusionist Eisenheim after 15 years.
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Get down and groovy at your next social gathering when you dance the night away and show off your best dance moves on the dancefloor in this Psychedelic Suit Mens Costume. This suit includes a two button suit jacket and a pair of flared trousers and features bright printed images of flowers, hearts and kombi vans scattered all over the place. The imagery on the suit comes in colour schemes of blue, pink, green, yellow and orange.
This tradition is relatively new, dating back to the times of the Austro-Hungarian Monarchy when  a Viennese Jewish tradesman, Jankele Grün sold clothing items from a sack. After being mocked by the children he threw his sack on them. Such a short, emotional toss became a tradition that carries the name of Jankele well into the 21st century.

They asked for solidarity activities on the Stonewall anniversary to coincide with their march against the anti-gay Briggs Initiative on the California ballot. Ken and others called a meeting of lesbian and gay groups and individuals, which became the Gay Solidarity Group. Two weeks before 24 June, reps from CAMP Inc. suggested that a night-time, fun event for our community be added. The late Marg McMann, Co-President of CAMP Inc., dubbed it a Mardi Gras.
Our collection offers an array of colourful costumes and eye-catching accessories that promise to make you stand out amid the throngs of revellers. Embrace the rainbow themes that are synonymous with Mardi Gras, or opt for extravagant designs that speak to your unique personality. From feather boas to glittery masks, hats, and dazzling makeup, these embellishments  add an extra flourish to any ensemble. Mardi Gras is a vibrant and joyous festival celebrated around the world, with a particularly resplendent display in Australia. Known as 'Fat Tuesday', Mardi Gras marks the exuberant climax before the solemn season of Lent begins. This festive period is renowned for its flamboyant parades, jubilant parties, and, in Australia, it serves as a beacon of pride and celebration for the LGBTQIA+ community.
The venue will be decorated in Pride colours, making it the ultimate place to celebrate the Parade. The biggest LGBTQI festival in the world takes place in Sydney, and people come from all over the world to participate in and celebrate. So yes, it gets busy, but in the best possible way because everyone is feeling the love. Sydney likes its big events and the Sydney Gay, and Lesbian Mardi Gras is one of our biggest and most colourful. In this post, I have gathered tips from friends, both local and those who visited primarily for the event to help make sure you get all the best advice to help you plan your visit. If you still have questions after reading this head over to our friendly Facebook community and we will try to help.