Rainbow on the Plains Festival

Thursday 13 November 2025 to Sunday 16 November 2025

Overview

Rainbow on the Plains is a dazzling celebration of courage, growth, and unity, bringing together the LGBTQIA+ community, culturally diverse groups, and all lovers of inclusion. Held in Hay, this…

Rainbow on the Plains is a dazzling celebration of courage, growth, and unity, bringing together the LGBTQIA+ community, culturally diverse groups, and all lovers of inclusion. Held in Hay, this festival embodies transformation, individuality, and the strength of standing together.

The 2025 theme, Transition, honours the resilience of the trans community while celebrating journeys of growth and self-discovery. Across the weekend, experience:

All-ages concert: Entertainment for everyone, from live performances to delicious food vendors.

Street parade: A colourful explosion of creativity and cheer.

Fair Day: A relaxing, vibrant space to shop and connect.

After-party: An adult-only night of DJs, drag performers, and nonstop fun.

Pride Cup: Celebrate unity and sportsmanship in this much-loved tradition.

Rainbow on the Plains invites people from far and wide to share in its vibrant diversity, unwavering support, and collective joy. This year, reflect, celebrate, and transition —stronger than ever!