Help Newcastle Pride March at Sydney Mardi Gras 2026!
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For seven years, Newcastle Pride has proudly represented our community and our city on Oxford Street at the Sydney Mardi Gras Parade. It's been a moment where we come together as one- expressing our individuality, being proudly visible, and standing side by side as a united community.
We're proud to have been recognised as runners-up for Best Float Design at the 2020 Sydney Mardi Gras and again at Sydney World Pride 2023, proving that regional communities can create something truly special when we work together.
This year, we want to be back... but we can't do it without you.
Why We Need Your Support
Creating a Mardi Gras parade float isn't just about the spectacle, it's about representation. When Newcastle marches down Oxford Street, we're showing the world that our regional LGBTQIA+ community is vibrant, proud, and here. We're giving visibility to those who need to see themselves reflected, and we're making our city proud on a national stage.
The costs to participate include:
- Float construction and decoration
- Truck hire, insurances & fuel
- Transport and logistics to and from Sydney
- Sound and Lighting
- Costumes and materials
- Parade entry fees
- Safety and coordination requirements
Every dollar you contribute brings us closer to Oxford Street.
What Your Donation Means
This isn't just about funding a float - it's about our community supporting one another. Whether you can give $5 or $500, you're helping ensure Newcastle has a voice and a presence at one of the world's most iconic Pride celebrations.
Your donation helps us:
- Represent Newcastle's diverse LGBTQIA+ community on a national platform
- Create an inclusive experience for community members to participate in the parade
- Maintain our seven-year tradition of regional Pride visibility
- Show that regional communities are just as vibrant and worthy of celebration
Join Us on the Journey
We'll be sharing updates as we prepare for Mardi Gras. From float design and construction to theme and costume reveals to community participation opportunities. When you donate, you're not just giving money; you're becoming part of Newcastle Pride's 2026 Mardi Gras story.
Together, we can make it happen. Together, we march.
Follow our journey and stay updated:
Facebook: Newcastle Pride
Instagram: @newcastleprideinc
Thank you for supporting your community. See you at Mardi Gras!
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