Freedom 2 b[e] will be marching for the fifth time in the Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras (the world renowned pride event on the Australian LGBT calendar).
Our theme this year is FIND FREEDOM
The number we can have in our group is limited. 39 people have already registered. So if you are thinking about joining us this year register your interest now. Don't leave it till the last minute or you could miss out. You will be notified about method of payment and details of the weekend soon.
Weekend Program:
If you are joining us from overseas or interstate, here is the weekend program so you can plan your travel and accommodation accordingly.
Friday March 4 2011
7pm - Special Freedom 2 B[e] meeting and BBQ- Picking up of T-Shirts and meeting other attendees who are marching. (Details of this meeting to follow soon).
Saturday March 5 2011
4pm - Freedom 2 B[e] March Gras 2011 attendees assemble at a meeting point and prepare to move into the parade marshalling area. (Location details to follow soon).
5pm - Freedom 2 B[e] March Gras 2011 attendees move into the marshalling area and prepare to march.
8pm - Mardi Gras Parade begins.
After Parade Party till late: Details of post parade celebrations will follow soon.
Cost: TBA (previous years have been around $50 to cover registration, T-shirts and materials.)
Dress: Group Shirt (compulsory to carry continuity of this year's theme FIND FREEDOM), blue jeans or shorts.
Choreography: Don't panic....you just need to be able to walk the 3km.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW
If you have any concerns or reservations about the importance of participating in the parade then these articles may be helpful.
1. Parades - who needs them?
2. The First Time Freedom 2 b[e] Marched in Mardi Gras - What happened?
3. Read about the experience of some first timers
Please note:
In order to meet the requirements of the Mardi Gras organisation so the logistics of the 8,000 strong parade can be finalised......and in order for Freedom 2 b[e] to organise t-shirts and other articles for every participant, all registrations must be in by Saturday 12 February 2011. DON'T PUT IT OFF OR YOU'LL MISS OUT. Thanks for your help.
Photos of 2007: http://avb7.multiply.com/photos/album/1
Photos of 2008: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=8803252341
Photos of 2009: http://www.freedom2b.org/category/image-galleries/mardi-gras-2009
Photos of 2010: http://www.freedom2b.org/category/image-galleries/freedom-2-be-mardi-gras-2010
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