Midsumma is Australia's premier queer arts and cultural organisation, bringing together a diverse mix of LGBTQIA+ artists, performers, communities and audiences. Our primary event, Midsumma Festival, usually runs over 22 days in Melbourne's summer (January/February) each year with an explosion of queer events that centre around hidden and mainstream queer culture, involving local, interstate, and international artists. Midsumma […]
Memory Lane Café offers a supportive space for LGBTQI+ individuals, allies, and their families, friends, and caregivers affected by dementia. Guests can socialise and find companionship while enjoying entertainment and light refreshments. Trained staff and volunteers from Dementia Australia will be available for conversations and support. This collaborative initiative, in partnership with Dementia Australia and Lifeview Residential Care, creates […]
Midsumma Pride March returns to Fitzroy Street on Sunday 1 February 2026 Come and experience one of the biggest events on the Pride calendar. Midsumma Pride March summons a chorus of voices from across our queer communities and makes them visible; embodying a raucous, shared song that tells us we're here, we've got each others' backs, […]
Take over the streets with us! The 5th edition of Victoria's Pride Street Party will be back on Sunday 8 February 2026 - a celebration of progress, love, and diversity! Experience a full day of LGBTQIA+ art, live music, performances, community and culture, with stalls showcasing local treasures. Open to all - families, friends, and […]