Save the dates!
The city-wide Melt takeover returns to Magandjin/Brisbane in 2026.
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MELT FESTIVAL
21 OCT - 08 NOV 2026
Melt Festival 2025 has been wrapped up with magenta ribbon and rainbow flair, bringing Brisbane/Magandjin 3 weeks of unforgettable, jam-packed Queer joy.
From artists, to audiences, to boats, you helped us achieve:
🌈 1070+ Queer and ally artists/performers, + 1000 Voices
🎟 45+ sold out shows
🎤 300+ individual performances
💦 Over 70 vessels on the water for River Pride Parade, floating 1000+ people, and another 600+ welcoming the parade ashore at the River Pride Picnic
And we're already dreaming bigger.
Melt Festival returns to Brisbane/Magandjin 21 OCT - 08 NOV 2026. Save the date!
Be the first to find out more, sign up to our list via the link in bio.
#MeltFest #WelcomeToParadise #Melt25 #VisitBrisbane #ThisIsQueensland
YOUR FIRST TASTE OF MELT 2026! 🌈
We couldn’t wait any longer. To kick off the Melt Festival program, we’re serving up a double shot of indie-rock brilliance and pure pop power.
🎸Courtney Barnett | 4 Nov | The Tivoli
✌️Melanie C | 14 Nov | The Tivoli
We are so proud to partner with our friends at The Tivoli and The Princess Theatre to bring these two influential icons to Magandjin Brisbane for a city-wide celebration of queer joy, culture and community.
Oh… and this is just the beginning of a month-long takeover. The full program is coming, but you’ll want to be front and centre for these two.
🎟️Tickets on sale now!
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Melt Festival | 21 Oct – 8 Nov
Huge congratulations to Ellie Watts (they/them), member of our Melt Reference Group, for being named a finalist for the LGBTQ+ Role Model Award at the 2026 Australian LGBTQ+ Inclusion Awards! 🏆
Ellie is a force for change, helping shape inclusion in the corporate world from the inside out. By shifting mindsets and opening doors, they are building environments where everyone can truly thrive.
We are so proud to work alongside you, Ellie. 👏
For the movers, the shakers and the magic makers 🌈
There's still time to get your ideas in! EOIs for Melt Festival 2026 are open until 12 June. Bring your event, your crew, your talents or your venue, and be part of a city-wide queer celebration.
Hit the link in our bio for all the details.
📸 @atmospherebrisbane
Clear your Saturday! Free to attend, loud, proud and vibrant, PrideFest Moreton Bay returns this weekend for a family-friendly day of pride 🌈
When: SAT 18 APR,10AM - 4PM
Where: Pine Rivers Park, Strathpine
Don't miss out! Join the fun and learn more via their page ✨
Head to the link in bio! 🌈 Find out more about how you can be involved with Melt Festival 2026 and let us know if you’re coming to our upcoming community information night.
#Brisbane #MeltFestival #Melt2026
Artists! Producers! Venues! Community groups! Organisations! Businesses! Literally anyone!
You're invited to our annual Melt community information night to learn about exciting key updates and get a first look at what's coming for Melt 2026.
DATE: Monday 20th April
TIME: 5:30PM – 7:30PM
LOCATION: Brisbane Powerhouse, Turbine Platform
The presentation will begin at 6PM, with time to stay, connect and chat afterwards. Everyone is invited and we can't wait to see you.
Let us know you're coming via the link in bio!
#MeltFestival #QueerCommunity #Brisbane #LGBTQIA+ #BrisbaneEvents
The audiences grow, the stages grow, the talent grows.
Creating dedicated spaces continues to showcase and flaunt Blak excellence across First Nation and the LGBTQIA+SB communities.
Sound like something you’re keen on? Step into the spotlight: visit the link in bio to express your interest in the inaugural national Blak Drag King pageant 👑
#MeltFest #WelcomeToParadise #Melt26 #Drag #BrisbaneArtists
Feel bold, feel beautiful, feel brave; feel Brisbane!
How fabulous is our feature in @visitbrisbane ’s Brisbane Favours the Bold campaign for 2026!
Mark your calendars, book your flights, and start planning your trip, Australia. We hear Brisbane/Magandjin is the place to be in spring 🌈
#VisitBrisbane
It's your time to shine 📣
For expression, conversation, and most of all, pride. If you consider yourself a creative, have a team, an idea, or a show, we want you involved in Melt Festival 2026.
Expressions of interest for artists are now open via the link in bio.
📸 @atmospherebrisbane for The Kaye Hole
Brisbane/Magandjin, painted with pride in Melt's magenta 🌴
Queer the Town 2025 saw bunting strung from Fish Lane to Fortitude Valley to Felons. Who's keen to take it to the next level this year?
#MeltFestival #QueerTheTown #Brisbane #WelcometoParade
