The community organisation Rainbow Families Queensland is preparing to welcome hundreds of people to its largest gathering yet: Family Pride Day at the YMCA Community Centre in Victoria Point. This free afternoon event aims to create an inclusive, visible space where LGBTQ+ parents, carers and children can meet, play and celebrate together. Organisers emphasise that events like this build belonging and provide young people with affirming role models and experiences that matter.
Family Pride Day takes place on Saturday, March 21, and organisers have opened registration to help plan activities and stalls. The program mixes entertainment, practical support and playful activities, deliberately combining fun with wellbeing and community connection. By bringing services and supporters into a shared space, the event also helps families discover resources and networks they might not otherwise find.
What to expect at the community celebration
Attendees can expect a lively afternoon of music, games and family-friendly attractions. The lineup includes a jumping castle, fairy floss, craft stations and messy play aimed at a range of ages. A DJ will provide upbeat music while local groups run stalls offering information and support. The organisers describe the event as a community celebration that intentionally blends leisure and practical help so families leave feeling connected and better resourced.
Activities and support services
Alongside entertainment, the day features community services such as Free Mum Hugs, PFLAG and Open Doors, which will be available to chat with families. There will also be a glitter artist and an array of community stalls. Event organisers want families to access both the joyful activities and the supportive conversations, reinforcing that networking and visible services are part of building lasting community resilience.
Readers, drag performers and musical acts
Storytime and readings will be highlights, with non-binary transgender poet Rae White presenting All the Colours of the Rainbow — a picture book exploring gender diversity and affirmation. Rae will read aloud for children and will be available for a book signing; copies will be sold by Shelf Lovers. Rae has spoken about the importance of children seeing themselves in stories and the power of public affirmation in safe spaces.
Drag storytime and other performers
Drag artist Abril Latrine will bring theatrical flair to a storytime session, promising colour, humour and high energy intended to help every family member feel included. Additional performers include Briz Kids, Cheeky Faces and DJ Mitch Medicalf. The Brisbane choir will also perform and is fundraising to attend an LGBTQ+ Choir Festival in Perth later this year, demonstrating how local events support broader creative opportunities.
Practical details and how to join
Organisers note that tickets are free but that registration helps with planning and safety. The event is hosted at the YMCA Community Centre in Victoria Point and aims to be accessible and welcoming to all family configurations. Rainbow Families Queensland encourages attendees to register in advance and to come prepared for an afternoon of open-air style celebration that blends play, reflection and community building.
For families and friends seeking more information, the event offers ways to connect with local support organisations, buy signed copies of Rae White’s book, and enjoy performances designed to showcase diversity and acceptance. Rainbow Families Queensland describes Family Pride Day as a chance to be visible, to celebrate, and to strengthen the ties that keep communities resilient and hopeful.