Events & TIcketing
What is Geelong Rainbow without our fabulous community events, keeping the community connected all year round!
What We Do
Monthly Socials
Every month we strive to put on at least one major social event for our community to connect and share queer joy in a safe, affirming space. These events range from structured parties & mixers to relaxed board game nights and quiet sharing circles.
Coffee Catch Ups
Our Coffee Catch Ups happen
on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of every month,
from 10 AM – 12 PM
at Geelong West Neighbourhood House.
No tickets or RSVP needed, come as you are!
Workshops & Special Events
Every once in a while Geelong Rainbow will host major events, usually in partnership with our amazing allies in. the Geelong community. These include our annual Geelong Rainbow festival, community panel discussions & specific peer group programs
What’s Coming Up @ Geelong Rainbow?
Intergenerational Pride Panel
(GiveOUT Day Fundraiser)
Join Geelong Rainbow Inc. for Generations of Pride, a special GiveOUT Day panel event celebrating the rich history and diverse voices of our local community.
GiveOUT Day is a national day of giving to LGBTIQA+ projects, and this year, we are coming together at Platform Arts to reflect on our past and look toward our future. We are thrilled to host a unique panel featuring seven Geelong Rainbow community members representing six different decades. Listen as they share their personal stories, challenges, and triumphs, reflecting on what it means to be LGBTIQA+ in Geelong and across Australia over the years.
This evening of storytelling and connection is also a crucial fundraiser. 100% of the proceeds from ticket sales and donations will go directly toward funding the milestone 10th Annual Geelong Rainbow Festival in February 2027.
Come show your pride, learn from our community’s living history, and help us build a bigger, brighter festival for next year!
Where: Platform Arts, 60 Little Malop Street, Geelong, 3220
When: Wednesday, October 14th
Time: 5:30pm
Book Your Place (Places Limited)
Halloween Costume Party
Get ready for a spooktacular evening at our October Monthly Social: Halloween Dress-Up Party! Whether you want to go all-out in full costume or just pop on a pair of witch horns and hang out, this is the perfect chance to celebrate Halloween in a welcoming, inclusive community space.
What to Expect:
Halloween Costumes & Fun: Dress up as your favorite character, creature, or icon! Costumes are highly encouraged (though completely optional). There will be a prize for the best costume and second best costume on the night!
Low-Pressure, High-Fun Atmosphere: Designed to be relaxed, social, and easygoing, ideal for breaking the ice, making new friends, or unwinding with local community members.
Community Connection: A safe, vibrant space for LGBTQIA+ folks and allies to gather, connect, and celebrate together.
Come for the costumes, stay for the company, and let’s make this October social spooktacularly fun!
Where: Manhattan Bar, 9 James Street, Geelong, Vic, 3220
When: Sunday, October 25th
Time: 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Geelong Rainbow Festival 2027: Fundraising Gala
Full Bar Available. This Event is Strictly 18+.
Dust off your finest attire and join Geelong Rainbow Inc. for an unforgettable evening of elegance, mystery, and community celebration at our Masquerade Gala!
All proceeds directly support making our landmark 10th Anniversary Festival in 2027 our biggest, most vibrant, and most accessible event yet!
Event Details
When: Thursday, 5th November | 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Where: Geelong West Town Hall, 153 Pakington St, Geelong West VIC 3218
Tickets: $49 (Finger food provided, 100% of proceeds fund the 2027 festival)
Dress Code: Gala / Formal Attire with a Masquerade Mask
Golden Rainbow Launch!
Golden Rainbow is an exciting new initiative dedicated to fostering meaningful community connections, building intergenerational bonds, and enhancing social wellbeing for older LGBTQIA+ community members, elders, and allies across the Greater Geelong region. Whether you are looking to make new friends, find local peer support, or simply discover ways to get involved in local programs, this launch event offers a warm, welcoming, and inclusive space for everyone.
Hosted at the Geelong West Neighbourhood House, the afternoon will feature a delightful spread of complimentary afternoon tea, light refreshments, and an open mixer where you can mingle and connect with peers across all generations.
Come along to celebrate and support our vibrant LGBTQIA+ community at the official launch of Golden Rainbow!
Event Details
When: 3pm – 5pm, Wednesday, November 4th, 2026
Where: Geelong West Neighbourhood House (89 Autumn Street, Geelong West, 3220)
Book Your Place (Places Limited)
Rainbow Threads: Sewing & Tailoring Workshop
Rainbow Threads is an inclusive, all-ages workshop designed to help you build confidence in your personal style through upcycling, altering, and sewing clothes.
We start the morning shopping at The Rainbow Rack (East Geelong, Address Provided on Booking) to pick out pieces, followed by an afternoon session at Bluebird House where participants will plan, cut, alter, and sew their clothing using provided equipment, tools, and shared guidance.
Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Schedule:
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM: Shopping at The Rainbow Rack (East Geelong)
12:30 PM – 3:30 PM: Sewing & Upcycling at Bluebird House (South Geelong)
Organised by Bluebird Foundation in partnership with Geelong Rainbow Inc.
Only 16 spots available for this FREE workshop, so snatch yours up before they’re all gone!
Book Your Place (Only 16 Places)
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