From protest to party: Sydney’s Mardi Gras route added to the national heritage register

Everything you need to know about the 2026 Sydney Mardi Gras

Read our guide to the road closures, major events and 24-hour public transport options for the annual Mardi Gras Parade.

Highest heritage honour for Mardi Gras parade route

Sydney's Mardi Gras parade route is joining Uluru and the Sydney Opera House on the national heritage list.

Iconic Sydney Mardi Gras parade route added to National Heritage List

Nearly half a century on from the first Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade, which ended in violence, the route through the CBD has been recognised as part of Australia's heritage.

From protest to party: Sydney’s Mardi Gras route added to the national heritage register

The first Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras parade began nearly 50 years ago with the rallying cry “out of the bars and into the streets”. Now the Oxford Street route will be recognised for its significance to Australian history and culture.

Sydney Mardi Gras Parade route added to the National Heritage List

Dean Arcuri The iconic Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade route has been added to the National Heritage List, celebrating the […] The post Sydney Mardi Gras Parade route added to the National Heritage List appeared first on QNews.

Mardi Gras Parade Route Added To The National Heritage List

The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade Route has been honoured with a place on the National Heritage List.