The Sydney (Australia) Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras
by Toni Mitchner
The Mardi Gras held in 1990 had been running for a few years, now and although there have been many moves to get it stopped, it has now been included in the city's Social Event Calendar and is fast becoming an institution.
Though the rain never stopped all night it did not dampen the enthusiasm of the 1500 participants nor the 100,000 spectators who lined the route from MacQuarie Street to the Sydney Showgrounds for the Mardi Gras Party. By the time the parade reached the showgrounds the rain had stopped briefly, allowing the 5,000 who had gathered outside to join in with the 10,000 who had arranged tickets before hand and who raged on inside to the early hours.
Anybody can take part, and do. I cannot recommend a better time to visit Sydney, especially overseas visitors, but bring your own costumes as all the rental places are booked out months ahead.
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