For three weeks every summer, Melbourne comes alive with Midsumma Festival, Australia’s premier LGBTQIA+ arts and cultural festival.
Midsumma Festival 2027 - 17 Jan - 7 Feb
The festival transforms Melbourne into a vibrant playground of queer culture. Explore performances in theatres, galleries, bars, clubs and unexpected spaces over 22 days, across 150 venues and 3 free massive major events:
Sunday 17 January 2027: Midsumma Carnival | Sunday 31 January 2027: Midsumma Pride March | Sunday 7 February 2027: Victoria’s Pride Street Party
Across the city and beyond, Midsumma brings together an extraordinary program of theatre, cabaret, comedy, music, visual art, dance, performance, talks, parties and community events. From intimate performances in hidden venues to big nights out, there’s something for every kind of festival-goer.
At the heart of Midsumma is the diversity of LGBTQIA+ experiences. The festival creates space for emerging voices alongside established artists, local talent alongside international perspectives, and work that ranges from joyful and celebratory to thought-provoking and provocative.
Three weeks. Hundreds of experiences. One very queer summer.
Come for the show. Stay for the party. Find something unexpected. Make a memory.
Midsumma Festival is Melbourne’s summer celebration of LGBTQIA+ arts, culture, creativity and community.
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