Fair Day 2026

Sydney’s most joy-filled day in the park is back - and Fair Day 2026 is dialling everything up. 

Victoria Park will once again transform into a technicolour playground of pride, performance, and pure community spirit, sparking off the Mardi Gras season. Bigger, louder, and more dazzling than ever, this is a family picnic on steroids.

Festivities begin with a moment of grounding and respect at the First Nations Circle. A powerful Smoking Ceremony and a spellbinding performance by the Buuja Buuja Butterfly Dancers honour Country and set an atmosphere of connection. It’s a cogent reminder that beyond the glitter and glamour, there is culture, history, and community.

Not far away in Doggywood, both owners and pets will be wagging their tails gleefully. It’s Fair Day’s most beloved event. The camp canine pageant sees Sydney’s most fabulous pups strut their stuff in pursuit of three coveted titles: Best Dressed, Best Performance, and Best Personality. Expect couture-level costumes, dramatic stage presence, and more personality than a reality show wannabe — it’s Drag Race for dogs. Hosted by comedy icon Catherine Alcorn and judged by a panel of celebrity guests, the competition promises prizes, treats, and lots of panting. 😉

Trans Camp returns for its second year — a proudly trans-run space filled with community groups, artists, and market stalls celebrating trans creativity and connection. It’s vibrant and welcoming.

Supposedly back by popular demand (maybe from the S&M community?) is Karaoke Cave: Disco Divas! This is a second-chance lottery for those who didn’t quite make the cut on Idol, The Voice or the the RSL talent quest. Come and watch the brave and vocal belt out pride anthems from across the decades. Pitch optional. Passion essential.

If you prefer to watch physical spectacle (and Fair Day is definitely the right place for that), then come to the main stage for the glorious Drag King Games. It’s Gladiator meets Monty Python; a fierce battle of brawn and bluster; a competition to see who can impress the judges with their ability to complete extraordinary feats without losing their glued-on whiskers. 

And as afternoon light softens into golden hour, and the crowd settles into a day-drinking induced lull, the Queer Fashion Runway steps into the spotlight, showcasing boundary-pushing local designers redefining queer style for the next generation.

Musically, the 2026 lineup is stacked. International dance legend Janice Robinson (USA) leads the charge, joined by crowd favourites including Courtney Act, Blusher, Go-Jo, Kath Ebbs, and James Alexandr alongside Zoe Badwi, Tori Darke, and Nada Leigh. The program stretches across genres and communities, featuring performers such as Mila Jam (USA), Arisce (USA), Sydney Gay & Lesbian Choir, Big Gay Piano Bar, Sissy Ball Showcase, and dozens more artists bringing everything from pop and cabaret to culture, comedy, and club beats.

As ever, there will be loads of stalls representing community groups from sports to support to business to kink. Lots of food, chill spaces, dance floors, bars, fun for the kids and more. 

February 15, 10am —9pm Victoria Park, Corner City Road and Parramatta Road, Camperdown

*Accessibility note: Due to uneven terrain in some areas of Victoria Park, parts of the event site may not be fully accessible for all patrons.