Sydney WorldPride has unveiled its full Festival Guide of more than 300 events, with international pop superstar Charli XCX joining the line-up of stars performing at the opening concert at The Domain on 24 February 2023.
With 100 days to go until the first WorldPride in the Southern Hemisphere, Charli XCX will be performing alongside local star Jessica Mauboy and pop royalty Kylie Minogue at the official Live and Proud: Sydney WorldPride Opening Concert, hosted by Courtney Act and Casey Donovan, which will be broadcast live on the ABC.
Kelly Rowland has also been confirmed to headline Domain Dance Party, an open-air dance event curated by DJ Dan Slater. An incredible line-up of local and international DJs has also been confirmed, including DJ Suri and Isis Muretech.
Tourism Australia managing director Phillipa Harrison said the event will be a huge opportunity for the travel and tourism industries.
“Featuring over 300 events, the Sydney WorldPride program will be the largest international event held in New South Wales since the Sydney 2000 Olympics, and promises to reintroduce international audiences to the unique breadth and depth of tourism experiences around Australia,” she said.
The Sydney WorldPride festival is the largest LGBTQIA+ event ever held in the region, with 17 days of activities spanning 30 Official major events, 68 curated WorldPride Arts experiences, 17 WorldPride Sports events and 192 Pride Amplified community events.
“The Sydney WorldPride Festival Guide represents 144 pages of fabulous LGBTQIA+ creativity,” said Kate Wickett, Sydney WorldPride’s chief executive.
“The festival includes an extraordinary array of free and ticketed experiences, from concerts to parties, theatre, sports and family events, so no matter your interests or budget, you are invited to Sydney WorldPride.”
“The first WorldPride in the Southern Hemisphere is a significant moment for the LGBTQIA+ community both in Australia and in Sydney. Now is the time to get ready for the global LGBTQIA+ reunion we’ve all been waiting for!”
Visitors to Sydney are also able to bundle major event tickets with their flights and accommodation for bookings completed by 30 November through an approved travel provider.
Check out the full program HERE.
