Pride of our Footscray
Pride of our Footscray Community Bar is famous for it's friendliness and amazing live entertainment. See live shows every day we're open, from drag queens. to live music, to comedians to poets. WHAT A SHOW!
PRIDE DRAG BINGO - Footscray's Famous Drag Bingo
Between Wednesday 15 March 2023 and Wednesday 20 December 2023
PRIDE DRAG BINGO!
It's a new host... a new name... but the fun to have is just the same!
It's the most fun to have on a Wednesday! Whether you're on your own or with a big group. Join some of Melbourne's finest drag talents for an evening of camp bingo, shows, comedy, cocktails, prizes & more. Doors open at 6pm. Balls drop 7:30pm. Feel free to BYO platter or food or Uber Eats into the venue, we're surrounded by great restaurants.
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Shake It - The Best of Burlesque
Friday 31 March 2023
'Shake It’ features the best of burlesque, combined with foul mouthed songstress Minnie Andrews. Minnie hosts one of the most outrageous events in Melbourne, with special guest acts from across the worlds of burlesque, circus and cabaret. This will not be polite, this will not be gentle, we are SHAKING IT UP!
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ATTENTION SEEKERS: DOLLY DIAMOND AND TASH YORK
Saturday 1 April 2023
An official Melbourne Comedy Festival Show.
Part Ted Talk and delusion, this award-winning cabaret duo will show why we all deserve attention... but they deserve it more!
Two great friends with two of the greatest egos. Each desperate for the limelight and each willing to do almost anything for attention.
In this no holds barred quest for success Dolly Diamond and Tash York take you through the trials and tribulations of what it’s like to hold the centre of attention. Expect a mixture of feel good tunes, hilarious partly true stories and an offering of sage advice to others suffering their affliction.
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A NIGHT WITH ELLA - by Lady Fox
Thursday 6 April 2023
Indulge in a night of pure jazz with Lady Fox as she presents an evening celebrating the iconic Ella Fitzgerald. With her sultry voice and timeless classics, Ella Fitzgerald is a true legend of jazz, and Lady Fox will bring her spirit to life on stage, leaving you feeling enchanted and inspired. Don't miss this chance to experience the magic of Lady Ella Fitzgerald.
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Bressed of Dolly - Hosted by Brenda Bressed
Thursday 13 April 2023
Get ready to experience a night of pure Dolly Parton magic with Brenda Bressed, your favorite drag queen extraordinaire. This show celebrates the Queen of Country's greatest hits, sassy Southern attitude, and inspiring spirit, leaving you feeling uplifted and inspired.
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PRIDE LIVE
Friday 14 April 2023
Pride Live - our Friday night institution of live music, returns for a big night to pay tribute to, and support Pride's commitment to local artists.
Join 3 of Pride's most popular bands for a night of live music you won't want to miss! Pride Live will be followed by the hairy (but not scary) drag of Legendary: MO by Tilly Capulet.
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Callum Hawthorne & Jxcky - LIVE
Friday 21 April 2023
Friday 21 April brings together two local musicians on the one exciting bill!
After their debut performance at Pride in November, Callum Hawthorne returns to our main stage, presenting their unique brand of pop and dance. Callum will be performing songs from his recently-released debut album “No Strings On Me” and a couple new songs as well.
Joining Callum will be Jxcky, whose blend of pop, rock and trap flare generates anti-pop chaos with an unapologetic explosion of attitude and hyperbole.
Come and support these two exciting, vibrant additions to our local music scene!
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Pride Comedy
Between Thursday 23 March 2023 and Thursday 23 November 2023
Pride of our Footscray is proud to present the Best Queer comedy in the West!
Pride Comedy is one of Melbourne's biggest Queer events, featuring a range of Australia's most talented LGBTQIA+ comedians, sketch, drag and more - it's a massive night of laughs!
Tickets are just $20 or bring a friend and make a night of it with our drink and pizza packages!
Doors open 7pm, show starts 8pm, finishes 10pm.
See you there!
We would like to acknowledge that this event is being held on the Wurundjeri/Boon Wurrung lands of the Kulin Nation. We pay respect to past, present, and emerging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peopl
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BLACK MARILYN - by Lady Fox
Thursday 1 June 2023
Experience the timeless beauty and iconic style of Marilyn Monroe as Lady Fox presents a night of classic Hollywood glamour. With her stunning costumes, sultry voice, and show-stopping performances, Lady Fox will take you on a journey through Marilyn's incredible life and career, leaving you feeling enchanted and inspired. Don't miss this chance to experience the magic of Marilyn Monroe with Lady Fox as your guide.
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Buffy - Encore : Pride Alive Fundraiser
Sunday 4 June 2023
Pride of our Footscray is bring back our sold out show of Buffy as part of our Pride alive fundraising campaign. This is to raise money so that we can keep this queer space alive.
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Bressed of Broadway - by Brenda Bressed
Thursday 15 June 2023
Join Brenda Bressed, the fabulous drag queen hostess, for 'The Bressed of Broadway' - a night celebrating the best of Broadway. With Brenda's infectious energy and love of all things theatrical, you'll be transported to the bright lights of Broadway as she showcases the biggest hits and most beloved classics of the Great White Way. Don't miss this chance to experience the magic of Broadway with Brenda Bressed as your guide!
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The Famous Footscray Drag Race [Cup Day] 2023
Tuesday 7 November 2023
The most fabulous race on the first Tuesday of November! Now in its 4th year. Watch as our Drag Kings and Drag Queens battle Footscray and each other in the race for the Rainbow Stiletto. They will be performing all sorts of weird and wonderful challenges around the urban Inner-West as we beam all the colourful action back to Pride of our Footscray. So grab a table and a bubbles but if you can't make it all day, try to catch them as they race on by and don't forget to wave!
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OVER THE RAINBOW - FANNY ADAMS IS JUDY GARLAND
Thursday 16 March 2023
Go down the Yellow Brick Road and enjoy the songs and nostalgia as sweet Fanny Adams presents a night of Judy Garland, singing live throughout. If you like songs, theatre, musicals or drag, you will absolutely love this.
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Space Rabbit - Queer Lunar New Year
Friday 3 February 2023
Prepare for trouble! Make it double!
Extend your reach to the stars above… and unleash your inner Jade Rabbits and Lola Bunnies at Space Rabbit: Queer Lunar New Year.
Our out of this world, 100% Queer Asian lineup includes:
-Dyan Tai as “Tu’er Shen”
- Lion Dance
- Jxcky (Live)
- Hot Pink
- JC the GUY
- Randy Roy
- Aqua
-Roving artists: Mai & many more…
Get in early for a lion dance show and opening performance by musician Dyan Tai as Tu’er Shen (Rabbit God)!
Come as a sexy Playboy Bunny or a very camp Spock… show us what you’ve got! Best dressed wins tickets to our popular Sydney WorldPride festival event, “Don’t Cha Wish You Yum Cha?” *Looks inspired by “Space Rabbit” theme and traditional costumes are encouraged but remember if it’s not from your culture, don’t appropriate it!
No-one turned away due to lack of funds. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander: Free entry. Please email worshipqueercollective@gmail.com or send us a DM.
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BUFFY - "Once More, With Feeling" - A Drag Tribute
Sunday 15 January 2023
"I've Got A Theory" this fabulous drag tribute of the iconic musical ep of BUFFY will not just be "Going Through the Motions"! Re-live this legendary show with a full drag cast as they perform all the big songs. There will also be some fun and games on the day. You'd have to be "Under a Spell" to miss it! "Where Do We Go from Here" you ask? To Pride for a Buffy tribute you won't forget!
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New Year's Eve 2023 - 80's Workout Party!
Saturday 31 December 2022
Let's get physical! And let's get some neon on. Or some leotards, short shorts or headbands. Bring back the colourful fun of the 80's as we celebrate the end of 2022. There will be fab music, amazing shows, lovely people and a champagne on arrival! Fun photo booth too. And maybe a prize for best 80's hair! It'll be Bodacious.
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Superbia Sunday
Between Sunday 6 November 2022 and Sunday 18 December 2022
Treat yourself to Superbia Sunday. After a long, hard week, take your place in the resplendent Superbia and enjoy cocktails, canapes and campery. Showtunes, Sushi, Screwdrivers!
Each Sunday of the month will feature stunning rotating talent;
* 1st Sunday; A Sunday Affair with the fabulous Brenda Bressed, the Diva with a Voice, who’ll provide songs and shows and even play the piano, all in drag!;
* 2nd Sunday; A Sunday Affair with literally Australia’s newest Drag sensation, Fanny Adams, she of the English accent and old school charms.
* 3rd Sunday; A Sunday Affair with the Talent, as gifted performers Noah and Quinn entertain you with songs and music, with special guests.
* 4th Sunday; A Sunday Affair with Sasha and the Muscles, as Sasha Starr provides camp drag whilst you’re well serviced by a gorgeous topless waiter.
A Sunday Affair has no cover charge, just sashay in - though prepaid beverage packages (including bottomless cocktails) are available.
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BUFFY - "Once More, With Feeling" - A Drag Tribute
Sunday 18 December 2022
"I've Got A Theory" this fabulous drag tribute of the iconic musical ep of BUFFY will not just be "Going Through the Motions"! Re-live this legendary show with a full drag cast as they perform all the big songs. There will also be some fun and games on the day. You'd have to be "Under a Spell" to miss it! "Where Do We Go from Here" you ask? To Pride for a Buffy tribute you won't forget!
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A Very Dolly Christmas!
Friday 9 December 2022
Dolly Diamond returns to Pride Of Our Footscray for her first December Christmas Party in the west.
Flat-out festive fun! With tinsel on top.
It might just be a Christmas miracle, but Dolly Diamond finally believes in Christmas.
After a decade of poking fun at the festive season with her 'Christmas in July' shows, Ms. Diamond is finally hanging out her mistletoe this December - and it’s not going to be plastic.
Dolly Diamond’s A Very Dolly Christmas features well known festive carols in Dolly’s inimitable style and plenty of feelgood party songs to get you in the mood.
Accompanied by her long suffering musical director, Cameron Thomas, who didn't appreciate the lump of coal Dolly gave him last Christmas, even though it was tastefully wrapped!
Oh come all ye faithful and Book Now for a fun and festive night out!!!
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BUFFY - "Once More, With Feeling" - A Drag Tribute
Saturday 3 December 2022
"I've Got A Theory" this fabulous drag tribute of the iconic musical ep of BUFFY will not just be "Going Through the Motions"! Re-live this legendary show with a full drag cast as they perform all the big songs. You'd have to be "Under a Spell" to miss it! "Where Do We Go from Here" you ask? To Pride for a Buffy tribute you won't forget!
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BUFFY - "Once More, With Feeling" - A Drag Tribute
Sunday 27 November 2022
"I've Got A Theory" this fabulous drag tribute of the iconic musical ep of BUFFY will not just be "Going Through the Motions"! Re-live this legendary show with a full drag cast as they perform all the big songs. There will also be some fun and games on the day. You'd have to be "Under a Spell" to miss it! "Where Do We Go from Here" you ask? To Pride for a Buffy tribute you won't forget!
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Footscray Circus Extraordinaire
Friday 25 November 2022
It's that time... the circus is in town!
In Footscray, Pride Of Our Footscray more specifically!
Let Footscray's Circus Extraordinaire take you into a world of deft-defying feats. You will laugh, you will gasp... and most of all, you won't believe your eyes. From a contortionist too cabaret, even pole dancing! You will be wanting more!
You'd be a clown to miss this!
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GiGi Era - HOMECOMING
Saturday 19 November 2022
Now that Drag Race Philippines Season 1 has come to an end, Drag Queen Superstar GiGi Era is back home in Australia and is celebrating with this very special HOMECOMING show. HOMECOMING will be a night of incredible performance and costume, from both Gigi and her team of Drag and Dance stars. GiGi will use the night to share her Drag Race Philippines experience right here in Melbourne, in a one night only show.
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Into Your Hands - Religion, Spirituality and Sexuality
Thursday 17 November 2022
Michael Kelly was a gay man, activist and a Catholic who advocated for a radical re-imagining of Catholicism (and other forms of religion) to be explicitly inclusive of all genders and sexualities. A collection of essays celebrating the legacy of Michael Bernard Kelly, titled Into Your Hands (edited by Andrew Brown, published by Clouds of Magellan), has been recently released, reflecting on these intersections between religion, spirituality and sexuality. This event will have a speaker from the book sharing some reflections, followed by structured & unstructured time for people to have conversations about what religion, spirituality, and sexuality mean to them. We encourage people to attend what will be a night of great discussion and thought.
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Maribyrnong Drag Race at Pride Of Our Footscray
Tuesday 1 November 2022
Want to watch Drag Stars racing instead of horses this Cup Day? Then come along to Melbourne's most fabulous event as Pride races Drag Stars around iconic Footscray, where they will have to complete all sorts of fun and ridiculous tasks and challenges as they race for the Rainbow Stiletto. Bring your own picnic and we'll provide the greatest race imaginable. Entry is free but you can reserve tables via these great packages for the day. Giddy up!
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The Dolly Horror Show!
Friday 28 October 2022
Join international cabaret superspooks Dolly Diamond and Tash York and special ghoul Freddie Merkin in a frighteningly camp Halloween cabaret show. Inspired by the cult classics, this trio of stars will entertain and scare, mostly with their terrifying wit and humour! They were singing (and screaming) in the aisles!
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PRIDE FRIDAYS - Featuring Chocolate Men
Between Friday 26 August 2022 and Friday 7 October 2022
Get hot this winter with a special presentation by PRIDE FRIDAYS of the Chocolate Men male entertainment group. These men love to dance, move and entertain. Look out!
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Your ticket allows you to party afterwards for the Pride nightclub/DJ and some of the best drag in Melbourne with SLAY.
Whether you're on your own or with a big group, this will be an incredible night of entertainment.
Doors open at 7pm. Shows from 8pm. Feel free to byo food or Uber Eats into the venue, we're surrounded by great restaurants. Drinks and cocktails from the bar.
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GOOD SNIFF ALL AGES AT PRIDE with Stimpies and Fuzzrays
Saturday 20 August 2022
Good Sniff takes Pride of our Footscray for a killer all-ages show. Joining Sniff will be Stimpies and Fuzzrays.
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Footscray's Circus Extraordinaire!
Friday 19 August 2022
Ladies, Gentlemen, Everyone - welcome to the Footscray Circus Extraordinnaire!
Let us take you into a world of deft-defying feats.
You will laugh, you will cry… and most of the time, you won’t believe your eyes.
We have the hustle and bustle of cabaret and dance with X Dolls.
The beauty of burlesque with Bella De Jac!
The movin’ and shakin’ of acrobatics with Just Pete.
The twistin’ and turnin’ of Charli the Contortionist!
And to round it off, the master of ceremonies, royalty in that she’s a queen of many drag-things, the one and only, the amazingly amazing Amanduh! (insert crowd roar and ear-deafening applause here)
Your admission fee will also allow you to stay on and sample the irresistible drag, dj and dance floor delights for the rest of the night… all the way ’til 3am.
You’d be a clown to miss this!
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Everything's A Drag
Between Thursday 18 November 2021 and Friday 12 August 2022
“Everything’s A Drag”, an open platform for Drag Artists of all kinds; the Drag Kings, the Drag Queens and the Drag Betweens. It's a night to discover new, unusual & diverse talent. Hosted by Annie Krevice.
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A Fun Day Out – August 7th
Sunday 7 August 2022
A FUN DAY OUT w/ YNG Martyr, Cult Shotta, Kill Carter, Arnt Mae, Babyface Mal & Yugen 9K
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PRIDE LIVE presents Jess Porter, Sami le Vaunter, Lee+Shane
Thursday 4 August 2022
Live Music has returned to Pride!
Tonight, we're queer and acoustic, with two of our favourites, Jess Porter and Sami le Vaunter, returning to our stage.
They'll be supported by local duo Lee + Shane, who'll be opening with some covers to kick off an enjoyable night of live music.
Grab a friend and a beverage and enjoy whilst these talented entertainers take the stage.
Doors at 6pm with cocktails from Superbia available, sets from 8pm.
Food is BYO or Uber Eats, whatever you like. Drinks from the bar.
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JXCKY - LOSING MY MIND - Supported by QEERAN
Saturday 23 July 2022
Experience beautiful dark pop melodies and dreamy ethereal R&B/Soul with rising stars JXCKY and QEERAN. Both Melb based queer artists, JXCKY (Chinese-Cambodian descent) and QEERAN (Malaysian born) combine angelic voices with devilish talent. JXCKY will be showcasing his new single LOSING MY MIND but will also perform much of his fine material over two sets, as well as covering Taylor Swift and Nelly Furtado. QEERAN will open the show and his set will include his latest single LIKE YOUR MAN.
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Miss Friby & The Femmes! ★ Sequin Dancers ★ Cabaret ★ Melody
Saturday 16 July 2022
★ Sequin Clad Dancers ★ Hilarious Cabaret ★ Bold Melody ★
In a whirlwind of high end showmanship and superb melody, 'Miss Friby & The Femmes’, will pay homage to the ritz and glamour of old world music revues with bite! An all original LIVE music show, led by Melbourne's sharpest showgirl, and featuring some of Melbourne's most superb musicians, promising bold harmonies & unyielding character.
Miss Friby & The Femmes, a show about hope.
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SAT. NIGHT PARTY - ART SIMONE, ETCETERA ETCETERA & BATHSHEBA
Saturday 11 June 2022
Join three of Australia's most exciting, famous and dynamic drag divas for a night you won't forget in a hurry!
Firstly - it’s Melbourne's Art Simone and Sydney's Etcetera Etcetera, your favourite down under Drag Stars - and they’re visiting Pride whilst on their first Australian tour.
They are joined by Pride's Saturday Night Party royalty - our hostess with the most-est, the stunning Bathsheba!
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Dragstrology
Between Thursday 8 April 2021 and Thursday 7 April 2022
Join Frieda Commitment & Amanda Blow for an Astrological Camp Night Out! It's the greatest Drag Comedy Show in the known Zodiac. Plus special guests every month. Expect Star Signs, Shows, Audience Participation, Prizes and Laughs. Your stars are showing a great night out!
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Reconstruction - Storytelling from Sean O'Callaghan
Thursday 17 March 2022
Irishman Sean O'Callaghan is one of Melbourne's most talented and theatrical storytellers. Pride invites you to join Sean for a night of storytelling this St Patrick's Day. Irish storytelling the ancient epic way in its own new idiom. This work by Sean is entitled "Reconstruction" and its transformational themes will resonate and relate. "Try and be what you say you think you are".
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Mardi Gras Spectacular
Saturday 5 March 2022
Join us at The Pride of our Footscray for a night of full on entertainment, laughter, fancy dress, drinking and lots of dancing!
Doors open at 6pm
Live stream of the Sydney Parade from 7pm - 9pm.
Abril LaTrine will MC the night.
At about 9:30pm we will conduct our own march with people from various social groups within our community.
We have male dancer/singers. Drag queens and kings with shows that will blow your mind.
Best dressed group and individual prize of $100 cash!
And more..
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Westside Dolly starring Dolly Diamond
Between Saturday 21 August 2021 and Saturday 26 February 2022
After making the move to London in August, mid-lockdown, Dolly Diamond is delighted to announce a return to Melbourne for a fabulous night at Pride of Footscray this February - after 2 cancelled shows in 2021. “I’m so excited to be heading to the Pride Of Footscray for an evening of Cabaret. I’ll be delivering an evening of song, with a definite eye on the camp. Be ready to share some of your deepest and darkest secrets and let’s get ready to have some fun”
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Poetryspective
Between Tuesday 9 March 2021 and Tuesday 22 February 2022
Enjoy poetry readings & spoken word from an eclectic & talented range of local people & poets, under the Pride disco ball! Feel free to join the open mic, everyone is welcome at Pride.
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Pride's New Year's Eve Gold Party!
Friday 31 December 2021
For the very first time Pride is going all out for a New Year's celebration like no other. And we are doing it in shimmery style with an unforgettable, fabulous GOLD PARTY. Dress in gold, wear gold and be golden. Drag shows from your favourites Lynnduh, Menorah Foxx & Abril LaTrene. Give a golden kiss goodbye to the year we need to forget, 2021! Includes a glass of bubbles on arrival! Prizes for best dressed and Pride will be transformed into the GOLD class we all deserve. 18+ event.
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Saturday Night Party
Between Saturday 6 November 2021 and Saturday 18 December 2021
Saturday Night Party is back for all our Pride Party People. Queen of the night is the delectable & decadent Bathsheba, who brings 2 guest drag artists every week. Doors open at 8pm, shows commence 10.30pm. PROOF OF VACCINATION IS REQUIRED FOR ENTRY as per Government regulations.
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4Play Fridays
Between Friday 5 November 2021 and Friday 17 December 2021
Melbourne/Naarm's newest & most exciting drag group take on Pride's Friday residency. Join Lynnduuh, Max the Queen, Menorah Fox & Rubi Taboo for shows, games and guests from all corners of the local drag scene. 4PLAY Fridays is a night to remember! Because every great night starts with a little 4PLAY. Doors open at 8pm, shows commence 10.30pm. PROOF OF VACCINATION IS REQUIRED FOR ENTRY as per Government regulations.
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Anna Go-Go Dance class
Between Tuesday 8 June 2021 and Tuesday 7 December 2021
I can't wait to dance with you all, we need all the joy we can find, and dancin is one of the quickest ways to get it!
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The Midnight Drag.
Between Friday 5 November 2021 and Saturday 20 November 2021
Late night drag in Footscray's only late night venue. Keep your night going or start at midnight & go through till 3am. PROOF OF VACCINATION IS REQUIRED FOR ENTRY as per Government regulations.
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Stimpies with The Vovos and Good Sniff at Pride
Friday 19 November 2021
On Friday 19th November, we’re playing our very delayed final show of the year at Pride of our Footscray Community Bar, and joining us are close homies and gnarly local acts Good Sniff and The Vovos. Get down for a radical evening of tunes and beers, and the release of some big news.
Tickets only $20.
This is a strictly 18+ event.
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The return of Self-Bingolation - The Finalé of finalés!
Wednesday 6 October 2021
You loved it in the herstoric lockdowns of 2020 and now we are back for one final online BINGO BANGO. Pride's Queen of Quarantine herself Aurora Arsenic will stream from her Melbourne pad via Zoom with shows, games, prizes & comedy (not necessarily in that order). Pride & Aurora bring you this show with your support via your donations, tips & ticket purchases and all your positive vibes. We thank you so much. Your ticket/s will be sent to you before or on October 6.
Pride on Tour - Ute Beauties - Dinner & A Show
Friday 3 September 2021
Glamour Melbourne Queens, Abril La Trene, Pashion Couture & Aurora Arsenic are your Ute Beauties serving you top class drag shows, choreography, games, sequins & more. This show promises to give you the draggiest night of your life.
*All details will be sent to you regarding menu options, dietaries etc.
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FAB - Footscray Adult Bingo - Drag Bingo
Between Wednesday 23 June 2021 and Wednesday 1 September 2021
Aurora Arsenic host's Pride's iconic drag bingo live on the Pride stage. That's right... you will almost be able to touch her! And she'll hear you scream bingo once again, as the calls will be coming from inside the house! Prizes are worth the ticket entry alone, bar tabs, merch & $$. Book for bingo, drag, shows, comedy, prizes and just an amazing night out.
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Saturday Night Party - A Drag Spectacular
Between Saturday 31 July 2021 and Saturday 28 August 2021
Saturday Night Party - Drag Spectacular! It's a top class, fun, camp, & extremely glamorous Saturday night of live drag on the Pride Stage, hosted by the amazing Bathsheba with special guests every week. Shows all night! QR sign are required as per government regulations. Doors open at 8pm. Please arrive by 8.45pm. Shows start at 9pm. Seated service only.
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Miss Friby & The Femmes
Saturday 28 August 2021
In a whirlwind of high end showmanship and superb melody, the formidable, ’Miss Friby & The Femmes’, present original soul ballads, nostalgic blues and Americana, hilarious cabaret and flamboyant rock, re-devised to have wider harmonies, harder hits and unyielding character. The show features sequin clad dancers and boisterous performance from some of Victoria's finest musicians, paying homage to ritz and glamour of old world music revues with bite.
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RuPaul's Drag Race Grand Finale & a recap!
Saturday 19 June 2021
Abril Latrene is your hostess with all the T. She will also be high kicking on the main stage. Join us to watch this spectacular event we have all been waiting for. The big screen will be up on the Pride stage. We will have cocktail specials & encourage raucous behaviour! Just your typical Saturday afternoon. This is a seated event & strictly limited. Must wear mask & QR checkin.
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The return of THE SHOWGIRLS!
Saturday 22 May 2021
Australia's biggest & best Trans Cabaret returns to Pride. It's a night of shows, singing, dancing and costumes with THE SHOWGIRLS. Celebrate the girls returning to the Pride stage with a fun and friendly night. Enjoy dinner with the show as doors open at 7pm and there'll be shows at 7:30pm, 8:30pm & 9:30pm. Pride allows food from home or from any restaurant or any delivery service. Your ticket allows you to stay all night at Pride till 3am to see all the drag shows after the Showgirls x
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Poetryspective
Between Tuesday 8 December 2020 and Tuesday 18 May 2021
The return of live poetry!
Poetry/spoken word; world of poetry, a spoken world, words of worlds, worlds of words!
Poetryspective returns Live at Pride!
Featuring;
* John Englezos
Plus
* Noëlka Yossarian’s Rik Mayall Retrospective Experience!
Poetryspective: There's an open section & readers are encouraged to read other poets as well as their own work.
Poetryspective MC: Lish
Plus lucky dip and all that good stuff!
This is the 70th edition of Poetryspective.
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Bourne to Drag Live Podcast Recording
Sunday 28 March 2021
It's the Season 2 of Melbourne's favourite podcast Bourne to Drag and it's live on the main stage at Pride of our Footscray. Doors open 4pm, showtime 5pm. Full bar available, dancing recommended.
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Drag & Dance
Monday 25 January 2021
Pride drag royalty Joslyn Bosoms & Aurora Arsenic celebrate the eve of a public holiday with camp shows, mean choreography & games!! And then dance the rest of the night away.
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New Years Eve at Pride
Thursday 31 December 2020
Kiss 2020 GOODBYE! Celebrate the beginning of 2021 with Pride of our Footscray, amazing drag shows, DJ playing all the favourites and exclusive cocktails for 1 night only! Lets party hard, but safely, welcome 2021 with a bang and make our own fireworks!
Doors open at 7pm. Ticket holders required to be in venue by 9pm to secure their booking.
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INVITE ONLY NYE
Thursday 31 December 2020
INVITE ONLY NYE. 5-7pm. 25% off drinks. Pizzas. Drag. Dancing.
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Pride Live Thursdays
Between Thursday 26 November 2020 and Thursday 17 December 2020
Thursday night is live & intimate, high talent, high energy and where it's at. You are also able to order food from our Pride menu, so come along and enjoy dinner & a show.
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Bingo Bango - Pride Drag Bingo - The Arena Spectacular
Wednesday 2 December 2020
With restrictions eased once again Aurora Arsenic will host Pride's iconic drag bingo live on the new Pride stage. That's right... you will almost be able to touch her! And she'll hear you scream bingo once again, as the calls will be coming from inside the house! Prizes are worth the ticket entry alone, with the main prize to the value of $100. Book for bingo, drag, shows, comedy, prizes and just an amazing night out.
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An Affair to Remember. “Hits from the Flicks" Drag!
Saturday 21 November 2020
"Hits from the Flicks" - a Drag and Cabaret spectacular! Bathsheba, Aysha Buffet and Joshua Sanders will be performing songs from and inspired by your favourite camp classics. From A Star is Born to 007 to Tiger King, as well as bringing some iconic pop bangers to the stage!
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PRIDE LIVE - Alt Folk/Rock with PARKVILLE & Drag w Joslyn
Friday 20 November 2020
Footscray sound station presented by Mountain Goat brings you the charming 3 piece alt-folk/rock band Parkville, their rich harmonies a perfect fit for a Friday night at Pride. Hosted by our amazing resident Queen Joslyn Bosoms doing all things drag, games and more!
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An Intimate evening - live music w BOWLOS
Thursday 19 November 2020
Kicking things LIVE MUSIC THURSDAYS off will be the incredible Bowlos for a stripped back, intimate evening of music with friends. Local Footscray legends Bowlos are known for their charming blend of indie, rock, folk and country music direct from the greens of their local bowls club.
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Pride Drag Bingo - The Arena Spectacular
Wednesday 18 November 2020
With restrictions eased once again Aurora Arsenic will host Pride's iconic drag bingo live on the new Pride stage. That's right... you will almost be able to touch her! And she'll hear you scream bingo once again, as the calls will be coming from inside the house! Prizes are worth the ticket entry alone, with the main prize to the value of $100. Book for bingo, drag, shows, comedy, prizes and just an amazing night out. Complimentary drink on arrival too, it's fabulous darling!
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An Affair to Remember. “Icons of Pop” Drag Spectacular!
Saturday 14 November 2020
“Icons of Pop” Drag Spectacular! Think Gaga, Blondie, Madonna & more. It's a fun, camp, glamorous first Saturday night of live drag on the Pride Stage, with the amazing Bathsheba, Max the Drag Queen & Sam Thompson
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Pride Drag Bingo - The Arena Spectacular
Wednesday 11 November 2020
With restrictions eased once again Aurora Arsenic will host Pride's iconic drag bingo live on the new Pride stage. That's right... you will almost be able to touch her! And she'll hear you scream bingo once again, as the calls will be coming from inside the house! Prizes are worth the ticket entry alone, with the main prize to the value of $100. Book for bingo, drag, shows, comedy, prizes and just an amazing night out. Complimentary drink on arrival too, it's fabulous darling!
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Welcome back to Pride Week!
Between Thursday 5 November 2020 and Saturday 7 November 2020
Come and say hello to the new look & re-opened Pride for a drink with friends before the big shows start again. Each ticket purchased includes a complimentary drink on arrival for that session. Pride will be adhering to all COVID safe requirements, that means seated & table service. Food will also be available from your favourite Footscray venues. We can't wait to see you.
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WELCOME BACK TO PRIDE PARTY! (Drag Bingo - LATE SESSION)
Wednesday 4 November 2020
The exciting late session on Pride's first night back!! We're so excited. Tonight is the first night back so come and say hello, we can't wait to catch up with everyone. We'll be celebrating with a very special Self-Bingolation, featuring the spectacular Aurora Arsenic from a hidden location. Pride will look amazing on the night and tix are strictly limited so book fast! Bingo begins at 8:30pm and finishes at 10:30pm but everyone's welcome to stay until 1am if they wish.
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WELCOME BACK TO PRIDE PARTY! (Drag Bingo)
Wednesday 4 November 2020
Pride's back!! We're so excited. Tonight is the first night back so come and say hello, we can't wait to catch up with everyone. We'll be celebrating with a very special Self-Bingolation, featuring the spectacular Aurora Arsenic from a hidden location. Pride will look amazing on the night and tix are strictly limited so book fast!
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Pride of our Footscray presents: Self-Bingolation
Wednesday 14 October 2020
Self-Bingolation! It's a riotous online drag comedy show that has bingo as a fun element but is not online gambling. Your host will be the Queen of Quarantine herself, Aurora Arsenic, and she'll have a very special barrel guest with her each episode. Prizes each episode will be bar tabs, vouchers & items from our fabulous online merchandise store. Your bingo tickets will be emailed to you on the day of bingo, with instructions on how to play!
https://www.twitch.tv/liveatpride
Pride of our Footscray presents: Self-Bingolation
Between Wednesday 19 August 2020 and Wednesday 30 September 2020
Self-Bingolation! It's a riotous online drag comedy show that has bingo as a fun element but is not online gambling. Your host will be the Queen of Quarantine herself, Aurora Arsenic, and she'll have a very special barrel guest with her each episode. Prizes each episode will be bar tabs, vouchers & items from our fabulous online merchandise store. Your bingo tickets will be emailed to you on the day of bingo, with instructions on how to play!
https://www.twitch.tv/liveatpride
LTSU & Pride of our Footscray presents: Self-Bingolation
Saturday 29 August 2020
“Get your bingo cards ready and win big!
As part of La Trobe Student Union’s Wear It Purple Celebrations, we bring you the biggest night of online Drag Queen Bingo ever! Aurora Arsenic & the wonderful people behind Pride of Our Footscray Bar will be zooming to you with bingo, comedy, phone calls & shows. It's a 90s theme! It's outrageous fun that everyone can enjoy, with prizes all night long. There will be a prize for best dressed 90s style! Tickets & Zoom link emailed on day of event.
FROM FOOTSCRAY WITH LOVE - PRIDE'S JAMES BOND NIGHT (CANCELLED)
Saturday 8 August 2020
To celebrate the release (which is now later this year) of the latest James Bond film we are doing our very own Bond themed night. The venue you know and love will be transformed, the staff you know and love will be suited and booted and FOR YOUR EYES ONLY. And all the theater style drag shows will all be a SPECTREcle.
We also have on board a professional photographer with a booth setup taking photos on entry.
So we want EVERYONE in costume... Gowns, pearls, diamonds, tuxedos, suits, bowties!
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SELF-BINGOLATION - LIVE! Famous Drag Bingo @ Pride Bar :) (CANCELLED)
Between Wednesday 15 July 2020 and Wednesday 29 July 2020
Drag Bingo is back @ Pride, with SELF-BINGOLATION LIVE! Always camp, always fabulous & always hilarious. Great fun for everyone and a great party for groups. Your host Aurora Arsenic will have a very special barrel guest each week to keep the laughs and drag shows coming! Self-Bingolation was nominated "best entertainment" by "Time Out" during isolation. Play, win, laugh, eat, drink!
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SELF-BINGOLATION LIVE! Comedy Drag Bingo w/ Aurora Arsenic (CANCELLED)
Between Wednesday 15 July 2020 and Wednesday 29 July 2020
An intimate and hilarious drag bingo experience. We're not getting through 2020 without some laughs and Aurora is the Queen of glamour and comedy. Aurora and her very special guest each week will call numbers, do shows and keep the laughs and fun coming. Self-Bingolation was actually nominated "best entertainment" by "Time Out" during isolation. Play, win, laugh, eat, drink!
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PRIDE BAR - Mylk, Alice Andersen, Dom Rogers & Joslyn Bosoms (CANCELLED)
Friday 24 July 2020
A huge first Friday back at Pride, with headliners Mylk (an eclectic group who made it on the Triple J Unearthed charts) supported by Footscray legends, Alice Andersen (Folk-rock-alt-country) & Dom Rogers (folk-rock singer-songwriter), both members of the Westsong songwriters collective. ALl hosted by our drag queen superstar Joslyn Bosoms, the Mouth of the Maribyrnong, who will also do a couple of shows. Food & drink available at bar.
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Music & Drag w headliners Mylk & host Joslyn Bosoms (CANCELLED)
Friday 24 July 2020
LATE SITTING [9pm - 12:30am] - Join Pride for an evening of beautiful music and theatre drag. Joslyn Bosoms will do several shows as she hosts some wonderful musicians. Headliners will be Mylk (an eclectic group who have made it on the Triple J Unearthed charts) with two great supports to be named. Your ticket includes entry, a 3 course Footscray Meal and the show. The menu will be provided by one of Footscray's eclectic restaurants. Details to come.
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Mylk, Alice Andersen, Dom Rogers & host Joslyn Bosoms (CANCELLED)
Friday 24 July 2020
EARLY SITTING [5:30pm - 8:30pm] - Join Pride for an evening of beautiful music and theatre drag. Joslyn Bosoms will do several shows as she hosts some wonderful musicians. Headliners will be Mylk (an eclectic group who have made it on the Triple J Unearthed charts) with Footscray legends Alice Andersen and Dom Rogers. Your ticket includes entry, a 3 course Footscray Meal and the show. The menu will be provided by one of Footscray's eclectic restaurants. Details to come.
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AN AFFAIR TO REMEMBER - ESCAPE FOR A SPECTACULAR NIGHT (CANCELLED)
Between Friday 17 July 2020 and Saturday 18 July 2020
Treat yourself to an intimate dalliance with spectacular drag cabaret. These will be fabulous and personal drag shows in one of Pride’s four rooms; Show Room (20 people), Parlour (12 people) or one of two Private Cocktail Pods (4 people each). Drag Shows do not come more exclusive than this. You’ll be entertained by Melbourne’s finest drag & cabaret performers in one of Melbourne’s most unique spaces; upstairs in location, underground in style, and imbued with a sense of mystery & intrigue.
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PRIDE LIVE - SAT NIGHT PARTY! Starring Bathsheba & friends (CANCELLED)
Saturday 18 July 2020
LATE SITTING [9PM - 12:30AM] - Have fun again on a Saturday Night! Enjoy a spectacular night as the mighty Bathsheba hosts a night of drag and true cabaret, including the alluring Joshua Sanders and the very talented Alex De Porteous, with more to be announced. It'll be a great show accompanied by a 3 course Footscray meal. The menu will be provided by one of Footscray's eclectic restaurants. The menu will be provided by one of Footscray's eclectic restaurants. Details to come.
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SATURDAY NIGHT CABARET @ PRIDE- Starring Bathsheba & guests (CANCELLED)
Saturday 18 July 2020
A fantastic camp cabaret stage show, a great Saturday night out. Starring drag sensation Bathsheba who'll be paying homage to Lady Gaga, this terrific show will also feature several specials guests including sultry singer Joshua Sanders and Cabaret Artist Alex De Porteous. You'll think you're in Paris! Book now, tickets limited to 50 due to the government restrictions. Food and drinks available at the bar.
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SATURDAY'S PRIDE EVENING SHOW - DRAGGIEST SHOWCASE! (CANCELLED)
Saturday 18 July 2020
Each Saturday Evening, Aurora Arsenic & Joslyn Bosoms will alternatively host a fun live show as you It could be comedy, it could be drag, it could be theatre, it could be burlesque - and it will be a fantastic time.
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Saturday's Pride Evening Show - DRAGGIEST SHOWCASE! (CANCELLED)
Saturday 18 July 2020
Get set for the DRAGGIEST show of all! This is many of Melbourne's best upcoming drag queens and drag kings all together for one very special showcase. All of these performers starred during isolation on Pride's DRAGGIEST VIDEO SHOW and we can't wait to bring them to you live for a great experience. Tickets limited so book now. Food & drink available at the bar.
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Louise Gaul, Keaper and Velvet Bloom hosted by Joslyn Bosoms (CANCELLED)
Friday 17 July 2020
Pride of Our Footscray Community Bar presents a simmering night of an all female line-up who are sure to spark your interest. This includes local talent Louise Gaul who brings her beautifully melodic songs to warm your soul, along with the newly formed Keaper, whose interesting instrumental pieces will start your fire and finally the incredible Frankston group Velvet Bloom, who will set you ablaze with their jaw dropping tunes. Don’t forget about our favourite drag queen, Joslyn Bosoms.
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Self-Bingolation - LIVE | The Fabulous Return (CANCELLED)
Wednesday 15 July 2020
Drag Bingo at Pride has always been fabulous & Self-Bingolation was nominated "best entertainment" by "Time Out" during shutdown. Book your seats to the return of live drag bingo at Pride, with your host Aurora Arsenic, a wonderful co-host & your favourite staff ready to entertain. Price includes entry, a 3 course Footscray Meal, bingo book & show. Menu choices will be sent before the day.
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Live at Pride | All Star Music Line-Up + Drag (CANCELLED)
Friday 10 July 2020
A very rare event with an all-star line-up of local Melbourne talent all on the same bill, including the likes of Stimpies, Redferrie, Arnt Mae & Franco Cozzo. With drag queen Joslyn Bosoms as host. This will be a major live-streamed event so it'll be very special to actually be one of the few seeing it live. The ticket price includes a three course Footscray meal and there will be a vegan option available. The menu will be provided by one of Footscray's eclectic restaurants. Details to come.
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PRIDE BAR - Hollow December, Reel Tapes, Arkadian & Joslyn (CANCELLED)
Friday 3 July 2020
Another big night of live music and drag at Pride with our local favourites Hollow December - a five-piece sonic powerhouse based in Williamstown, Reel Tapes - a 5 piece groovy indie rock outfit, and Arkadian performing a DJ set full of disco and house to ensure the night gets kicked off right. Hosting the night will be our resident queen Joslyn Bosoms doing her usual camp shows all night long!
Doors open 7:00 PM
Arkadian (DJ Set) : 8:30 PM
Reel Tapes : 9:45 PM
Hollow December : 11:00 PM
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Pride of our Footscray presents: Self-Bingolation
Between Wednesday 15 April 2020 and Wednesday 27 May 2020
Self-Bingolation! It's a riotous online drag comedy show that has bingo as a fun element but is not online gambling. Your host will be the Queen of Quarantine herself, Aurora Arsenic, and she'll have very special barrel guest with her, Archie Arsenic. Prizes will be pride, shout-outs, screen time, bar tabs and the odd novelty items. Your bingo tickets will be emailed to you!
https://www.twitch.tv/liveatpride
Bingo Boogie Disco!!
Saturday 7 March 2020
The best fun you will have in 2020! A fun filled evening of Camp Cabaret, drink specials, prizes and the all important Bingo Boogie!
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Poetryspective #49 - Elizabeth 'Lish' Škec Testimonial
Tuesday 11 February 2020
"Lish is the fire in the poetry & spoken word of Melbourne" - a beautiful line by Megan Dunn to which nobody could disagree. Lish lives for poetry; for a generation she has written, performed, organised & hosted. Pride of our Footscray Community Bar is proud to be the host of this passionate poet's Testimonial Gig, which will feature Lish herself alongside other distinguished poets Tim Evans, Waffle Irongirl & Paul Škec (Lish's partner in life & poetry). Plus the open mic, also celebrating Lish.
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Bingo Boogie
Saturday 1 February 2020
The best fun you will have in 2020! A fun filled evening of Camp Cabaret, drink specials, prizes and the all important Bingo Boogie!
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New Year's Eve at Pride - Thank you party
Tuesday 31 December 2019
Pride is having a private thank you party for New Year's Eve to show its appreciation to its regulars, staff, performers, suppliers & part owners. The event is therefore invite only, with start at 4pm & end at 9pm, enabling people to enjoy their traditional New Year Eve activities for the rest of the night. They'll be great drag entertainment with big shows at 6pm & 8pm and certain drinks are provided all night; i.e. Goat Beer, House Wine, Pimms, Sangria, Mojitos, Gin Fizz & Soft Drink.
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Pride Christmas Panto!
Sunday 22 December 2019
Join us for possibly the campest production imaginable, A Christmas Carol with Pride. It's a British style pantomime with all the trimmings; English director, drag queens, staff cameos, hilarious jokes, bad jokes, cliched jokes and... audience participation! This will be popular so is a ticket-only event. Your $15 gets you a seat, a welcome drink and a half time snack buffet. Look out, he's behind you!!
** Doors open 4:30, show from 5:30pm. Show ends around 7pm. DJ till 8pm. Adult humour.
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Footscray Drag Race (Cup Day)
Tuesday 5 November 2019
See our Drag stars in the 2nd annual Footscray Drag Race. They'll be racing round Footscray whilst doing some Footscray-eque tasks. Last year's race was a great success, w/ bemused locals smiling & waving as our ladies sped by in a blur of feathers & sequins. Book your seat for this awesome day, w/ all the action beamed back live into Pride Bar. Dress up, bring a picnic & enjoy the day off amongst friends. Hosted by fabulous Krystal Ring alongside course commentator, local fav Joslyn Bosoms.
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Showgirls Variety Cabaret
Friday 15 March 2019
Showgirls Variety Cabaret returns to The Pride, with a host of beautiful & talented performers across the gender spectrum, including Vienna Salvo, Winner - Miss Trans Australia International 2019, Gayzha Davao and the famous singing trio. Hosted by the wonderful Dee Arianna, Showgirls features singing, dancing, drag & pink burlesque feathers! Will be great fun. Your $5 ticket guarantees you entry & a free glass of sparkling wine on arrival.
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Showgirls Cabaret - Pageant Showcase
Thursday 31 January 2019
It’s Pageant season, so come on down to Pride of our Footscray community bar for a special edition of “ShowGirls” with the Miss Gay & Miss Transsexual Australia Pageant Showcase! A monthly variety cabaret showcasing trans and gender diverse performers.
Hosted by Miss Gay 2018 Esther Rix with Special guests Miss Transsexual 2018 Nisarat Kidhatong, Miss Transsexual and Miss Gay Australia 2017 Laeticia Raveena & Jacqui Meoff PLUS performances from a selection of our 2019 Candidates!
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New Year's Eve @ The Pride
Tuesday 25 December 2018
Celebrate NYE somewhere fun (at Footscray prices!). It will be the first NYE @ The Pride and we'll be celebrating the end of our very first year with two DJs, pop up drag shows, drink specials, dancing, pool & karaoke. Make it the friendliest transition to 2019 out there, even Abril promises to be friendly... for a change! The $50 ticket price includes your first four standard drinks, so it's basically free. OPEN ALL THE WAY TILL 3AM :)
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Melbourne Cup with Drag Race around Footscray
Tuesday 6 November 2018
What's more colourful than jockeys on horses flying around Flemington? Well, let's try drag queens flying around Footscray trying to complete Footscray-esque tasks the quickest to be first past the post. And you'll enjoy coverage of both the jockeys and the drag race from the comfort of your table at Pride of our Footscray, where you can bring your own picnic (food only - no byo) and we'll be doing great drink packages to get you through the day. Hosted by Abril LaTrene and Clark Ryan.
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