We’re still buzzing after a huge weekend at the Victorian Pride Centre and want to say a massive thank you to everyone who came along and made it so special. With more than 4,500 people through the Centre on Sunday, the energy was truly unforgettable. And while VPC ’Summa is nearly wrapping up, we’re not done just yet. Read on for our final week of queer excellence and let’s go out with a bang.
Final Flutter – The Butterfly Club
Feb 4, 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Join us for a resplendent ‘cabaret wake’ for Melbourne’s iconic cabaret venue The Butterfly Club.
Hosted by decorated cabaret clown and former Venue Manager of The Butterfly Club, Six Inches Uncut, this one-off special evening will feature guest performances, a photo exhibition, DJ and room to boogie!
It is also the official launch of the commemorative photobook project Curtain Call by Lucky Frawley
The Pearl Prize 2026 Signing Session with Hares & Hyenas
Feb 6, 1:00pm – 1:30pm
Join the Australian Queer Archives and Thorne Harbour Health for a vibrant journey through St Kilda’s LGBTQIA+ history as part of Midsumma Festival!
Guided by a fabulous local queer historian, this immersive walking tour explores the landmarks, venues, and stories that shaped St Kilda’s queer past and continue to influence its present.
This isn’t your regular walk – it’s an engaging experience that celebrates resilience, connection, and diversity, while spotlighting the legacy of queer spaces and culture in one of Melbourne’s most iconic suburbs.
Auslan Interpreted Tour of the Victorian Pride Centre
Feb 7, 3:00pm – 5:00pm
Join us, along with some amazing brands, as we celebrate Midsumma season! Explore beauty and wellness activations, dance the night away and score some free products.
We proudly celebrate the LGBTIQA+ community as Founding Major Partners of the Victorian Pride Centre.
Chemist Warehouse is thrilled to be celebrating Midsumma Festival with: Garnier, NYX, Matrix, Durex and many more!
Dementia Australia: Staying Connected in Pride
Feb 5, 10:00am – 11:30am
Dementia Australia: Staying Connected in Pride morning tea provides an opportunity to connect and learn more about the support and upcoming initiatives at Dementia Australia, including the LGBT+ online hub in partnership with ACON, intended to improve access to inclusive, affirming information and support for people affected by dementia. You’ll hear also from Dementia Australia and community organisation representatives, and enjoy light refreshments and entertainment.
Trans & Gender Diverse Clothes Swap
Feb 7, 11:00am – 5:00pm
How much have things changed (or not) for LGBTIQA+ young people over time? Did they teach you any LGBTIQA+ history at school? Would you like to find out more?
These are opportunities to explore LGBTIQA+ stories from the past, meet other LGBTIQA+ young people, have fun making stuff and contribute to a research project exploring what LGBTIQA+ young people think about LGBTIQA+ history today.
From Grindr to Blindr
Feb 7, 5:00pm – 6:00pm
From Fearless Descents to Fearless Futures. Are you bold enough to go over the edge for a cause that matters?
This is your chance to abseil inside the iconic five-story Victorian Pride Centre in St Kilda and raise funds that help keep this vital community hub thriving, vibrant, and proud.
Whether you’re conquering fears or just here for the thrill, every descent supports the Victorian Pride Centre’s ongoing work to empower LGBTIQA+ communities across Victoria. This isn’t just an adrenaline rush — it’s a powerful statement of visibility, strength, and solidarity.
