Eligible Applications must:

Be submitted by:

• LGBTQIA+ – Individuals, community groups or organisations primarily involving LGBTQIA+ people. Organisations must be able to prove their main aim is to represent or support the LGBTQIA+ communities. These Applicants must communicate a message relevant to the LGBTQIA+ communities; or
• Non-LGBTQIA+ – Individuals, community groups or organisations who do not identify as LGBTQIA+ but supports the rights, achievements, culture, and aspirations of the LGBTQIA+ communities. These Applicants must communicate a clear message of support or celebration relating to the LGBTQIA+ communities and must not use an abbreviation of LGBTQIA+. These Applicants must not sell themselves or what they do unless they are directly promoting how they support or celebrate LGBTQIA+ communities.

– Include a detailed creative concept to ensure SGLMG has a clear understanding of the concept, artistic ideas, production values, themes and messaging.

– Include a minimum of two (2) supporting documents to visually communicate the creative concept. Any production designs must include dimensions. Supporting documents includes visual designs of costumes, outfits, props, signage with exact wording, mood board references, participants formation, etc and must include details of the Float Vehicle, if using one.

– Have relevance to the 2027 Festival theme HYPERBLOOM

– Comply with all T&Cs as outlined by SGLMG.

– Not be discriminatory, homophobic, biphobic, transphobic, racist, sexist or breach any defamation law. Applications will not be accepted from organisations who have demonstrated any of the above in previous Parades or in their general business.

SGLMG will not accept Applications from tobacco companies.

What SGLMG will do:
– Assess whether an Entrant and their entry aligns to the selection criteria and core values of the Parade and SGLMG.
– Assess an Entrant on their creative concepts and production standard.
– Consult with Entrants to realise their creative potential.
– Work with an Entrant to maximise the impact of their messaging to audiences.
– Work towards delivering a Parade that is designed to inspire, excite and challenge audiences.
– Communicate clearly and apply the same measures and treatment to all entries.
– Identify any elements that may require expert advice.
– Identify any elements detailed that violate the 2027 Parade – Entrant Terms and Conditions  and provide advice back to the Entrant.
– Respond to queries in a timely manner.

What SGLMG won’t do:
– Censor counter viewpoints.
– Allow illegal activities or ambush marketing.
– Allow messages that discriminate or may cause harm to others.

What SGLMG expects from Entrants:
– Participate and be open to consultation with the SGLMG team.
– Adhere to the 2027 Parade Entrant Terms and Conditions, and any instruction provided before and on Parade day.
– Honour your agreement with us; your parade entry is what was approved on your application.
– Attend mandatory briefings such as the Entrant Briefing.
– To use the available resources to produce a visually enticing entry.
– Businesses and government entries must set a high artistic standard.
– The Parade is a protest and a celebration that is world renowned and belongs to a creative and vibrant community. All Entrants are expected not just to take part, but to contribute to the artistic and political goals of SGLMG and help create an event that is world standard.
– Show respect, listen and follow requests from SGLMG staff and volunteers.

Successful applicants will be provided more information and dates regarding participant tickets and collection of Float Vehicle Passes in November.