Sydney Gay and Lesbian MardiGras

The superstar DJs. The spectacular shows. The mind-blowing lights. The sonically and visually superb venues. The A-list surprise guests. The sexy partygoers.

The one and only.. Mardi Gras Party 2010.

Mardi Gras knows how to go out with a bang, and in 2010 we’re saving the best for last.

Saturday 6^th March sees sheer queer glamour and unforgettable party mayhem explode over four spectacular venues at the Entertainment Quarter for an all-night, dance-til-dawn fiesta that’s unrivalled worldwide.

Mardi Gras Party is your wildest night of the year, and 2010 is no exception. Apart from our frenetic lasers, our gorgeous design and the beautiful party people, our DJ line-up is set to treat you to such an aurally delicious and irresistible night that you’ll never leave the dancefloor. Don’t believe us?

Try walking away from legendary French house DJ and producer David Guetta as he drops one of his countless number ones with Kelly Rowland, Akon, Estelle or the Black Eyed Peas.

And don’t miss one of our biggest headliners in Party history - DJ Carl Cox. Voted No.1 DJ of the past 25 years by MixMag and No.1 DJ in the world by DJ Magazine, his night Carl Cox & Friends has been held in Space Ibiza and Heaven London alongside Freemasons, Fatboy Slim and Pendulum.

All the way from Italy the prodigious techno talent and openly gay DJ Dusty Kid will set the Hordern alight. The UK’s Bimbo Jones joins the line-up as well, world renowned for their extremely fun sets and with some 30 club chart number ones under their belt for remixes with everyone from Lady Gaga to Britney to Annie Lennox.

Paris’s progressive house maestro Leomeo will make The Dome unmissable, while the best of Australian DJ talent will be joining them throughout the venues, including Dan Murphy, Jake Kilby, Alan Thompson, Sveta, Gemma, Ben Drayton, Mandy Rollins and many more.

Add the promise of huge name special guests to the party and you’re sure to be left breathless. It’s bigger than ever, and won’t disappoint.

So don’t disappoint yourself – get your ticket to Mardi Gras Party 2010 now.

Information for the day

ACON will be providing rovers who will be patrolling all areas of the party looking out for your safety.

Small compact cameras are allowed for personal use. Professional style ie. SLR cameras, are not allowed without appropriate media accreditation.

Party Safe:

Plan ahead. Get lots of rest and eat well before hitting the town. If you are attending several events give yourself time to recover in between.

NO LIQUIDS will be permitted into Mardi Gras events. The only exceptions are prescription medications. If you need to bring medication with you, ask for a Mardi Gras Medical representative at the entry area and you can discuss your medication with them in confidence.

You will then be allowed into the event providing you have no illicit substances.

Expect to see police. Police and drug dogs may be present at the entrance and inside the party. Weigh up the risks if you are thinking about using illegal drugs.

New Mardi Gras does not support illegal drug use or possession.

Any person found with illegal substances will be handed over to police.

Know where the Medical Team is at the event, it is displayed on the maps below. If you or a friend require medical assistance, or you see someone in trouble, contact any ACON rover or member of security – they are in radio contact with the medical teams and can call for assistance.

Don’t be afraid – policies have been developed to ensure patrons’ confidentiality. Security personnel are there to make Mardi Gras events fun and safe for everyone.

Your co-operation will lead to a quick entrance to the party so have your belongings ready, you may encounter pat-downs and bag searches.

If you need help at any point throughout the party, don’t hesitate to alert security.

Know your legal rights during Mardi Gras season:

Possessing or supplying drugs is illegal.

 - Police can use sniffer dogs to detect drugs at pubs, entertainment events and on public transport.

 - If a sniffer dog smells drugs on you, they will sit next to you or indicate you. This means the police may search you.

 - Keep calm during the search. If you are arrested, you don’t have to say anything and you can ask for a lawyer.

 - If you have been searched and wish to further understand your legal position please contact the Inner City Legal Centre.

For more information click here.