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Brisbane Pride Festival 2026

Brisbane Pride Festival is Queensland’s largest and Australia’s third largest LGBTIQA+ event.

  • Event Dates

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  • Key Highlights

    • Pride march
    • The fair day
    • 5000 party goers
    • Competitions
    • Special events
    • Live music
    • Performances

Brisbane Pride Festival 2026

Brisbane Pride Festival is Queensland’s largest and Australia’s third largest LGBTIQA+ event, attracting more than 10,000 festival-goers over a four week period each year.

  • Visiting Brisbane? Enjoy a unique experience at the Ovolo Hotel, rated “Superb” by guests and featuring exquisite decor, a stunning rooftop pool and high end room amenities.

Brisbane Pride Parade

  • Awaiting dates, Typically Saturday in late September – Brisbane Pride has confirmed that the morning’s Rally is back at Queens Gardens Park in the CBD from 9am.
  • Marchers will gather in the park before travelling over Victoria Bridge, across the Brisbane River to Musgrave Park for Fair Day
  • Stay just steps from the parade and parties at Spicers Balfour Hotel, located in fashionable New Farm, the boutique hotel is rated “Superb” by guests with unique decor and superb service.

Brisbane Pride Fair Day

  • After the annual pride march, more than 5000 party goers converge on Musgrave Park to celebrate at the Brisbane Pride Fair Day. The fair day starts at 10.00 am through to 5pm and is Queensland’s largest annual LGBTIQ+ event.
  • Musgrave Park turns into one big, proud, all-ages family-friendly playground, complete with live music, performances, food and drinks, community stalls, special events, competitions and lots more.
  • The park is in South Brisbane, just a 5 minute drive from the gay bars of Fortitude Valley.
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Gay Brisbane

  • About an hour's flight north of Sydney, Brisbane is the main gateway to Australia’s famous Gold Coast resort area. Dubbed “Bris Vegas” by locals, it’s an exciting city, known around the country for its non-stop nightlife.
  • Much of the city's nightlife, including live music and several gay clubs, is found in Fortitude Valley.

Where to stay in Brisbane?

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The Fantauzzo,   Grand Chancellor,   Meriton Suites   Hyatt Regency

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72 Queen Street Bus Station, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Located opposite Queen Street Mall in Brisbane's CBD (Central Business District), Hyatt Regency Brisbane boasts a restaurant, a fitness centre and a rooftop swimming pool with a pool-side bar. All rooms offer city views, free WiFi and access to the guest lounge.

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43 Herschel Street, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Just 100 m from the Brisbane River, Meriton Suites Herschel Street offer modern self-contained accommodation with a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a DVD player on request. Guests enjoy unlimited free WiFi at the property.

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5 Boundary Street, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Art Series - The Fantauzzo has a restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre and bar in Brisbane. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property.

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23 Leichhardt Street, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

This 4.5-star hotel in the centre of Brisbane features a restaurant and bar with city views, rooftop swimming pool and fitness room, plus spacious rooms with LCD TV and private balcony.

Each room at Hotel Grand Chancellor Brisbane features a minibar and a work desk with wireless internet access. Most rooms have panoramic views of the Roma Street Parklands or the city.

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550 Queen St, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australia

This thoughtfully designed apartment features 2 bedrooms, a kitchen with a fridge, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a hairdryer and free toiletries. A living room with flat-screen TV with cable channels. Free WiFi

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43 Herschel St, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australia

Offering modern self-contained accommodation with a flat-screen cable TV, a fully equipped kitchen. Each apartment has laundry facilities and a bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Free WiFi

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Relax with your family in our fabulous 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Apartment in Brisbane City. Take in the amazing views of the River from our balcony and enjoy the comfort and lux amenities the apartment offers

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An immaculate, clean, pristine, bright apartment with floor to ceiling glass windows overlooking the beautiful city and mountains from every room high up on the 31st floor with wonderful air flow throughout the apartment. 

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677 Ann St, Fortitude Valley QLD 4006, Australia

A mixed crowd mingles at this longtime gay dance club with a roomy interior & a relaxed ambiance.

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308 Wickham Street, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Established in 1885, The Wickham Hotel is undoubtedly one of Brisbane’s most iconic venues. The hotel has proudly supported the LGBTQIA+ community sinces the 1970s and is proud to be the home of Big Gay Day, Brisbane’s largest LGBTQIA+ festival.

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130 Leichhardt Street, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Affectionately known as "Sporties", This is the only totally gay owned and operated gay bar in Brisbane and have been serving the community for over 30 years! 

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Crystalbrook Vincent
5 Star, Luxury

Crystalbrook Vincent
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  • 5-Star, Outdoor Pool, Fitness Centre
  • Close to the gay district
  • Desk, TV, coffee machine
  • Offers luxurious amenities with a restaurant, pool, and fitness center, perfect for a stylish Brisbane stay

Meriton Suites
5 Star, Great Value

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  • 5-Star, Near Brisbane River, Modern
  • Close to the gay district
  • Self-contained, flat-screen TV
  • Just 100m from Brisbane River, offers modern suites, ideal for comfort and convenience in the city

Hyatt Regency
5 Star, Location

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  • 5-Star, Opposite Queen Street Mall
  • Close to the gay district
  • City views, free WiFi
  • Located in the CBD, boasts a rooftop pool, restaurant, ideal for an urban escape with luxury

Hotel Grand Chancellor
4.5 Star, Readers Choice

Hotel Grand Chancellor Brisbane
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  • 4.5-Star, Rooftop Pool, City Views
  • A short walk to the gay bars
  • LCD TV, private balcony
  • Central location, features panoramic city views, rooftop pool, ideal for exploring Brisbane's charm

Brisbane Pride Festival

Brisbane Pride Festival

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