US EditionThousands Join Midsumma Pride March in Melbourne to Celebrate LGBTQ+ Visibility
The march highlighted growing threats to LGBTQI rights amid rising conservative pressure, featuring over 13,500 participants and an estimated 20,000 spectators, organizers said.
- On Sunday, more than 13,500 people marched through St Kilda in Melbourne as a procession began with roaring motors from Dykes on Bikes, Rainbow Riders Victoria, and Melbourne Motorcycle Tourers.
- Ms Bryant told AAP on Sunday, `There has been a lot of increased hate, discrimination and efforts to attack our communities both overseas and in Australia.`
- The colourful procession showcased visibility and solidarity, with organisers describing the Midsumma Pride March as a high point of the Midsumma Festival and one of the biggest pride calendar events.
- Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan said she joined the march and was proud to stand with the LGBTQI community, while organisers and officials signalled intent to strengthen laws and fund queer initiatives.
- Across a 22-day program of more than 230 events, organisers also flagged support lines including Lifeline 13 11 14Fullstop Australia 1800 385 578.
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Thousands filled Melbourne’s streets as the 31st annual Midsumma Pride March returned, with organisers pointing to a record 28,000 attendees in 2025 and expectations of an even larger turnout this year. The march has received $275,000 in government support, with the Victorian Government positioning its backing as part of a broader commitment to LGBTIQA+ equality. The event brought together community groups, allies and families, continuing a long…
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan reaffirms commitment to equality
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan has reconfirmed her commitment to equality ahead of today’s Pride March in Melbourne as part of the Midsumma Festival. “Equality is not negotiable in Victoria under Labor.” the Premier said in a statement this morning. “If you’re a pollie turning up to Pride while cosying up to One Nation, Victorians see what you’re all about.” “Homophobia and transphobia are threats to LGBTIQA+ progress in this state – and so is …
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