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Mardi Gras things to do in Sydney

Things to do at the Sydney Mardi Gras? What to do during Mardi Gras in Sydney

Sydney Mardi Gras

From February 12th to 4th March it's Mardi Gras in Sydney. The Sydney Mardi Gras boasts the largest parade and celebration of its kind in the world. But what to do? How do you take part and get the most out of the Sydney Mardi Gras.

Sydney Mardi Gras Things To Do

Happy Mardi Gras - key dates:

Mardi Gras Fair Day 12th February 2012
Mardi Gras Harbour ’12 25th February 2012
Mardi Gras Pool Party 27th February 2012
Mardi Gras Drag Races 2nd March 2012
Mardi Gras Parade 3rd March 2012
Mardi Gras Party 3rd - 4th March 2012

Mardi Gras Fair Day - Victoria Park Camperdown - Sunday, 12th February, 10am - 8pm

Fair Day is a fair start to the official Mardi Gras season, with a fun and a relaxed atmosphere out in the park with friends and family, you can even bring a furry friend if you are so inclined. Up to 70,000 are expected to sit on the Mardi Gras grass on Fair Day, then stuff themselves on the plethora of delicacies available at the stalls, have a few drinks, but most of all, catch up with old friends and make new ones. This is a good opportunity to plan your Mardi Gras festivities.

Some of the Mardi Gras festivals’ best talents will entertain the crowds, including some special guests and emerging Australian stars. There will be colour and activities a plenty, with a range of entertainment for everyone.

Mardi Gras Fair Day

Mardi Gras Harbour '12 - Mrs Macquaries Point, Botanic Gardens - 25th February, 3pm - 11pm

Set beside gorgeous Sydney Harbour at sunset, Harbour ’12 is one of the most unique and beautiful parties in the world. Revel in the fading sunshine, cocktails and thousands of sexy international partygoers that make Harbour '12 a magical part of any Mardi Gras experience.

Located in the lush surrounds of the Botanic Gardens, Harbour ’12 will feature the best Australian DJs and internationally talent with sensational live performances. Dance the night away on a spectacular Harbour-side dance-floor or relax at the decadent bars.

You have probably never quite experienced a party like this one. In fact, you may never experience a party like this one as tickets are disappearing fast. You gotta be quick, and fit, to party:

Mardi Gras Harbour '12

Mardi Gras Pool Party - Ivy Pool Bar, 320 George Street - 27th February, 2pm - 12am

The Mardi Gras Pool Party is a wet and wild thing you do at one of Sydney’s most exclusive clubs. Pool Party is in for the day at the luxury of Ivy Pool Bar for an occasion you are unlikely to forget.

Get your gear off and get poolside or relax with a cocktail on the sublime cabana lounges. Enjoy an evening dip in the pristine pool or simply dance all night. There’s even a DJ booth in the change rooms..

Party with the beautiful people and escape the Sydney heat if its hot and stay cool, if its not.

Mardi Gras Pool Party

Mardi Gras Parade - Oxford Street - 3rd March, 7.45pm

If you have never seen it then the Mardi Gras Parade is a must. You don't have to be gay to enjoy the humour, the irreverence, the music, costumes, energy and fun the Parade generates. So lets get things straight for gay or straight to watch, enjoy and take part in.

On Mardi Gras night hundreds of thousands line Oxford Streets to watch the colour, spectacle and outrageousness of the Parade. Whilst the Parade is schedule to start at 7.45pm, you are advised to get there much earlier. Grab a spot on the sidelines or watch the parade from the great vantage point of an Oxford St bar balcony.

Dykes on Bikes

Cheer the ever popular Dykes on Bikes as they rev their engines at the front of the parade. Copy the dance moves of the Asian marching boys. See gay and lesbian police officers march alongside student pride groups, and Jewish and Arabic gays and lesbians. Mix with queer lifesavers from Bondi Beach! The Parade route begins at Hyde Park, travels up Oxford St and unravels at Moore Park Road.

Mardi Gras Parade

Mardi Gras Party - EQ - 3rd March, 10pm - 8am

In 2012 the Mardi Gras Party follows on from the Parade, making Saturday 3rd March just too much fun so you should probably stay at home...?

15,000 or more are expected at this iconic dance party with thousands flying in from around Australia and overseas to party, party, party..If you are planning on doing anything (other than recover) on Sunday, think again.

We aren't going to tell you about "Mardigrasland" or "Candyworld" or the "Emerald City". Oh no, it's too much. If you intend to go to this thing you need to train yourself and prepare for the night of nights - not all will make it to the end - you need to start getting ready right away.

Mardi Gras Parade Party

Mardi Gras Drag Races at Bondi Beach - 2nd March, 5pm

Who ever thought of this is a genius. These Drag Races will push each 'athlete' to the very edge with challenges designed to measure their endurance, physical prowess and creativity. Forget the London Olympics, this is where the real action is. This is the sport of Kings and Queens - Drag Racing of the highest calibre.

Handbag Discus

This year’s competition is set to be fiercer, tougher and bigger than ever. Battle will commence in a larger arena than last year with activities ranging from the Dainty Dune Dash to Handbag Discus. Get ready to camp down in Bondi for a silly sandy afternoon.

Mardi Gras Drag Races at Bondi Beach

The Off word

There's loads more including "Diamonds Are For Trevor" which wins the award for best title if nothing else, "Mardi Gras Film Festival" an event worthy of its own billing, "Mardi Gras Sunset Cruise" a must for visitors and strong maybe for the locals who like visitors, "Queer Thinking 2012" for thinkers and the "Year of Magical Wanking"..for all of us. There's so much more than meets the eye, so click away and don't be shy.

Sydney Mardi Gras Official Web Site

And there's still well over a 100 things to do in Sydney