Celebrate Sydney WorldPride 2023
Sydney is hosting WorldPride 2023 from 17 February to 5 March, with American Express as the Principal Partner. It’s the first time this event has been held in the southern hemisphere, and coincides with the world-renowned Sydney Mardi Gras Parade, which is returning to Oxford Street for the first time in three years.
Let American Express help you get the most out of this fantastic event.
Celebrate Sydney WorldPride 2023 with American Express.
Discover all the best events and experiences at Sydney WorldPride.
Sydney is hosting WorldPride 2023 from 17 February to 5 March, with American Express as the Principal Partner. It’s the first time this event has been held in the southern hemisphere, and coincides with the world-renowned Sydney Mardi Gras Parade, which is returning to Oxford Street for the first time in three years.
For 17 glorious days, you’ll have the opportunity to pick from more than 300 free and ticketed events that celebrate the diversity of the LBBTQIA+ community. From dance to art, Sydney WorldPride captures plenty of fun and entertaining ways to express yourself, and everyone’s invited.
Apart from the Sydney WorldPride Opening Concert, The Mardi Gras Parade and Domain Dance Party which has just happened last week, here are 7 things to highlight to help you get the most out of this fantastic event:
1. The Veronicas Live at Amex House1
Tuesday, 28 February 2023
Amex House at The Oxford Hotel, 134 Oxford St, Darlinghurst
During WorldPride, Amex House on Oxford Street is a place to connect with everyone from proud locals to friendly international visitors. And on Tuesday, 28 February, it’ll play host to an exclusive live performance by The Veronicas, plus express makeovers by MECCA MAX, DJ sets and Drag Bingo.
2. Blak & Deadly: The First Nations Gala Concert
Thursday, 2 March 2023, 7pm – 9pm, Sydney Opera House
This is the only official WorldPride 2023 event to be held at Sydney’s famous Opera House and it’s sure to be a must-see. Hosted by comedian Steven Oliver and including stars like Jessica Mauboy, Casey Donovan and Deborah Cheetham Fraillon AO, this night will be a celebration of the country’s past, present and future.
3. Ultra Violet
Friday, 3 March 2023, 5pm – 1am, Town Hall
The iconic space of Town Hall will be transformed into a premier party for LGBTQIA+ women. Featuring an enviable line-up up of DJs and performers, this event will have it all – burlesque, performance and visual art, cabaret and drag kings.
4. Amex Shop Small Village
Saturday, 4 March 2023 – Sunday, 5 March 2023, Oxford St
The beating heart of Sydney’s LGBTQIA+ district will close to traffic, creating a pedestrian-friendly centre, filled with love and good vibes. A selection of fantastic small businesses will feature at the Amex Shop Small Village on Oxford Street, allowing you to get a retail fix during this great festival.
And on the final weekend of Sydney WorldPride 2023, The American Express Oxford Street Stage will also play host to a vibrant street party.
5. Bondi Beach Party
Saturday, 4 March 2023, 3pm – 10pm
When you combine the golden sands of Australia’s most famous beach with a line-up of awesome DJs, plus global popstar Nicole Scherzinger, you could say it’s the perfect mix for a great party. But when you add 12,000 revellers, it becomes an event like no other. This is the ultimate celebration of being loud and proud.
6. Pride March
Sunday, 5 March 2023, 7am – 10am, The Sydney Harbour Bridge
This momentous event will see 50,000 people march across Sydney Harbour Bridge while wearing their brightest colours, to take a stand for LGBTQIA+ people around the world, and to celebrate diversity.
Participants were selected via free ballot earlier this year, and it’s bound to be a great spectacle.
7. Queer Screen
Wednesday, 15 February to Thursday, 2 March 2023, Various locations
It’s Queer Screen’s 30th Mardi Gras Film Festival, with a range of fantastic films that explore and celebrate LGBTQIA+ inclusion. The movies will be showing in various cinemas and On Demand.
American Express® Card members can save 15% off the ticket price (for the first 1,500 tickets), plus priority queuing*, so grab the popcorn and find a film to watch here.
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Amex House at the Oxford Hotel
17th February to 5th March – From 11am till late
- Amex House at the Oxford Hotel is a public venue located at the Oxford Hotel, 134 Oxford Street, Darlinghurst NSW 2010.
- Access is subject to capacity and granted on a first come, first served basis- bookings cannot be made or accepted.
- Guests must be at least 18 years of age to enter or to be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
- A range of food and beverages will be available for purchase and subject to availability.
- American Express will not be liable for any articles lost or stolen or damages suffered by guests at the event.
- Please be aware that photography and filming may take place at the event. By attending this event, you hereby consent to the reproduction and use of your photograph for any or all advertising, promotional and publicity purposes without consideration, compensation, limitation, or reservation by American Express Australia Limited or its subsidiaries and affiliates. Please see a member of staff at the entrance to the lounge if you do not want to be photographed.
Amex House at the Oxford Hotel
An exclusive performance of The Veronicas at Amex House event, presented by Amex Travel Tuesday, 28 February 2023 – From 12pm till late
- Amex House is a public event located at the Oxford Hotel, 134 Oxford Street, Darlinghurst NSW 2010.
- Access is subject to capacity and granted on a first come, first served basis – bookings cannot be made or accepted.
- Guests must be at least 18 years of age to enter or to be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
- The first 400 American Express Card Members to enter Amex House on Tuesday, 28 February 2023 are eligible to receive one complimentary drink voucher each on arrival. Card Members must present their American Express Card on entry to be eligible for the drink voucher. These cannot be redeemable for cash or other payment form. Drink tokens are not available for guests of Card Members.
- Complimentary MECCA MAX Express Makeovers will be on offer to guests in the Polo Lounge between 12:00 pm-6:00 pm, subject to availability, and will be granted on a first come, first served basis – bookings cannot be made or accepted.
- A range of food and beverages will be available for purchase and subject to availability.
- American Express will not be liable for any articles lost or stolen or damages suffered by guests at the event.
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