LGBTIQA+ Events in Hobsons Bay

We run specific events for the LGBTIQA+ community to ensure that members are celebrated and acknowledged. We also work to ensure that our broader services and programs are inclusive and welcoming.

This is a brief overview of LGBTIQA+ celebrations and events that we facilitate or participate in.

Hobsons Bay Pride events and initiatives

The Hobsons Bay Pride Community Liaison Group was established in 2023 and continued in 2024 to assist Council in the design and implementation of programs, services, resources and ways for the LGBTIQA+ community to connect in Hobsons Bay. 

Key initiatives of the 2024 group is the development of a community Facebook page and the 2024 Pride Picnic below.

Pride Picnic (Saturday 30 November 2024) - **cancelled due to inclement weather**

Unfortunately due to the rain forecast for Saturday, 30 November, the Pride Picnic is cancelled.

Please email commdev@hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au to register for future event information and join the local Hobsons Bay Pride Facebook page for other social event details.

Midsumma in Hobsons Bay

Hobsons Bay City Council facilitates local activities and events each year as part of Midsumma Festival. Collectively, these events may be found in the Midsumma Westside program or to view full program visit www.midsumma.org.au.

International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT)

Each year, Hobsons Bay City Council raises the rainbow flag to acknowledge International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT). IDAHOBIT is the international day for taking action for a prejudice-free world regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation.

IDAHOBIT began in 2004 and is observed annually on 17 May to mark the date in 1990 when the World Health Organisation removed homosexuality from the list of mental disorders. Despite this, many members of the LGBTIQA+ community still face discrimination, prejudice and stigmatisation.

Community led initiatives

Council provides resources to the community through grant funding to support community led activities, services and funding opportunities for major and special events, local events, festivals, and small events or short lead events. See here for more information:

www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/Community/Community-services/Grants-funding