On June 4 from 1pm to 5pm, the Pride Centre is hosting a day of LGBTQIA+ celebration on its rooftop. The event will be an afternoon of music, connection and, of course, throwing a couple of snags on the barbie. The line-up of performers include Dolly Dimond, Justin Teliqure, Krayola and Randy Roy, with roving entertainment by Vin Tage. Be sure to peruse the Gay Stuff Markets, too.
We’ll just come out and say it, Melbourne’s queer scene is one of the most thriving in the country. Sure, Sydney has that hallowed reputation from the legacies of Oxford Street and the Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras. But Melbourne, the alternative sister, has gone on and grown a winning personality – and we can prove it, having been named the fourth most LGBTQIA+-friendly city in the world. Northside is arguably the queer social epicentre, but all throughout the city you’ll find welcoming enclaves.
With the bulk of Australia’s queer festivities taking place at the start of the year during our summer season, World Pride Month in June is often overshadowed Down Under – and the weather is not very conducive to booty shorts, chaps and mesh singlets. However, in spite of this, and everything else going on in the world, Melbourne’s community is determined to fly the rainbow flag and promote unity.
Scroll for our top picks of Pride events and places to have a queer boogie this Pride Month.
