Category: Events

May 23
Celebrating Diversity at the First Annual Pride Wairau Festival

New Zealand’s Marlborough region is set to host its inaugural Pride Wairau Festival, a vibrant 10-day celebration of diversity, inclusion, and community. Pride Wairau |14 – 23 June 2024 Organised by passionate locals and supported by various community groups, this festival promises to be an unforgettable experience filled with a multitude of events, workshops, and […]

May 21
Winter Pride’s Grand Finale: Star-Studded Lineup Revealed

With tickets selling out fast, the organisers of Winter Pride 2024 are gearing up for the most spectacular final party ever! Thanks to the event’s new team finalising an outstanding lineup of talent and entertainment, showcasing the fresh direction of Winter Pride and promising an unforgettable night. An Unbeatable Lineup Winter Pride has truly outdone […]

May 06
Ten Cities, Five Continents: Auckland Confirmed As Contender For The 2030 Gay Games

Following on from a successful Rainbow Games, Auckland has been shortlisted as one of the ten cities vying to be the host of the 2030 Gay Games. The bidding process for the 2030 Gay Games began in January 2024, with 25 cities from across five continents expressing interest. Ten cities have advanced to the next […]

Apr 23
Winter Pride Set to Illuminate Queenstown with Diverse Talent and Groundbreaking Events

2024’s lineup for Winter Pride is gearing up to be one of the biggest yet, featuring an eclectic array of DJs, performers, and unique events set to transform Queenstown into a hub of LGBTQ+ celebration from 22 August to 1 September. This year’s festival not only highlights traditional pride festivities but also introduces innovative experiences […]

Apr 02
Rainbow Games Opening Ceremony: Luke Bird Is Flying High

TV presenter and MC Luke Bird discusses his body transformation, feeling accepted by the queer community and hosting the Rainbow Games Opening Ceremony, this Thursday. You are hosting the Rainbow Games Opening Ceremony. Why did you want to be part of the Rainbow Games? As a creative, when opportunities are presented that align with what […]

Mar 17
From Paralympics to SailGP: Barbara Sikorski Is A Diversity Champion

Ahead of next weekend’s SailGP event in Christchurch Global Head of Media Operations Barbara Sikorski discusses what sets her sport apart. What makes SailGP different from other sailing events? I worked on a lot of other sporting events (but never sailing) before I joined SailGP back in 2018 in its inception. Our first Race was […]

Mar 15
Once in a Lifetime: Gladys Knight’s Final Curtain Call in New Zealand

In the music world, where stars come and go, only a select few shine bright enough to become legends. Gladys Knight, the Empress of Soul, is one such luminary, and her upcoming Farewell Tour promises to be a beacon for soul music enthusiasts across Aotearoa. Presented by MG Live, Arena Touring, and Frontier Touring, Knight’s […]

Mar 15
Hundreds Gather As Walk Of Support Opens Christchurch Pride

Ahead of tonight’s (all ages) FriYAY and (R18) FriGAY Drinks at Riverside, Christchurch Pride opened with its annual Walk of Support. Scroll down for pics.   Meeting at the corner of Columbo and Cashel Street, the Walk of Support heading down to the Bridge of Remembrance. Uniformed Police were welcomed to walk, unlike similar marches […]