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JOY Drive

5 Feb 2026

Jesse Matheson: Mardi Gras Cancels its After Party

LGBTIQA+ Community, Personal Safety, Popular Culture, Society & Culture

Jesse Matheson: Mardi Gras Cancels its After Party

The cancellation of the official Mardi Gras after-party has raised big questions for festival-goers and the broader community. Jesse Matheson explains the reasons for the decision, how the festival is adapting, and what this moment means for the future of large-scale queer events.

Guest: Jesse Matheson, Chief Executive Officer, Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras

Presenter: Andy Mac

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