Filipino LGBTQI+ community in NSW joins Sydney's 46th Mardi Gras parade wearing Masskara Festival-inspired costumes

In a vibrant display of unity and celebration, members of the Filipino LGBTQI+ community in took part in the 46th annual Mardi Gras parade held in Sydney.

Key Points

• The vibrant Masskara Festival in the Philippines was the inspiration behind the costume crafted by couture wearable art designer, Rene Rivas.
• More than 200 floats and 12,000 marchers participated this year.
• For the members of Flagcom&Friends, participating in this iconic event was not just about revelry but also about visibility and representation.