Ibis Styles Sydney Central - 3 stars hotel - Mee So Mardi Gras Pre-Parade Party

The Ultimate Warm-Up Before the Parade!

1 March 2025
4pm – 7pm
Mee So

Get ready to kick off the Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras in style with the Pre-Parade Party at Mee So. Whether you’re fuelling up before the Oxford Street parade or settling in for a night of celebration, we’ve got everything you need—cocktails, DJs, drag queens, and all the energy of Mardi Gras just steps from the action.

Make the most of your Mardi Gras experience with a stay at ibis Styles Sydney Central, putting you right in the heart of the celebrations and just moments from Oxford Street.
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Mee So’s à la carte menu will be available, serving up the perfect pre-party feast. Pair it with one of our limited-time Mardi Gras cocktails, available from 21 February – 2 March:

Lava Lady – Gin, Lemon, Chilli Grenadine
Carnival Crush – Tequila, Blue Curacao, Midori, Grenadine, Orange Juice & Lemonade
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Drag, DJs & Fierce Festivities

Mardi Gras isn’t complete without drag and dance. From 4pm – 7pm, get ready for a dazzling performance from Karna Ford, fresh from RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under Season 4, and hosted by the one and only Champagne X.

Setting the mood behind the decks are Melissa Grace & DJ Mantana, bringing high-energy beats to start the night right.
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The Best Place to Celebrate Mardi Gras

With its prime location near Oxford Street, Mee So is the perfect place to soak up the pre-parade atmosphere or settle in for a night of celebration. Walk out the door and into the heart of the action or keep the party going in our vibrant space.

No bookings required – just bring your Mardi Gras spirit.

Image credit: Destination NSW