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The dazzling spectacle of Mardi Gras will sparkle across the country, from regional outback areas to coastal towns and inner-city hubs, as the venues stage inclusive and COVID-safe nights of entertainment on Saturday 6 March 2021.
As well as screening the SBS Parade broadcast live, each venue will feature a stellar line up of queer entertainment, from drag shows, live music, DJ’s, comedy and more.
The Mardi Gras Parade Viewing Venues are:
The Mardi Gras Parade Viewing Events Grants is a new initiative by Mardi Gras and Facebook Australia and part of their annual partnership, aimed at supporting hospitality venues, small businesses, and LGBTQI+ artists and performers impacted by pandemic over the last 12 months. The $100,000 grant fund has been awarded to venues to support them in hosting viewing events and employ LGBTQI+ artists.
Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras CEO Albert Kruger said, “The Parade Viewing Party Grants have not only provided much-needed support to the hospitality and arts sectors, but they are also helping create safe spaces for our community to gather and be a part of our Parade audience."
“These venues will truly capture the spirit of Mardi Gras with each programming incredible entertainment. If you’re looking for a fun space to celebrate in style, you really can’t go past these venues,” said Kruger.