Northside Bizarre
SAT
11
Oct

SAT
11
Oct
Date: Saturday 11 October, 2025
Time: 12.00p.m. – 7.00p.m.
Address: The Laird & Masonic Hall, Henry St, Abbotsford
After a six-year hiatus, Northside Bizarre returns in full force! This iconic kink and fetish street party is making a long-awaited comeback at The Laird Hotel and surrounds in Abbotsford, bringing together queer communities for a day of playful debauchery, community celebration, and crucial fundraising for Thorne Harbour Health.
FREE ENTRY! SATURDAY 11 OCTOBER.
What to Expect
Northside Bizarre has something for everyone:
- VicBears BearBQ – sizzling sausages with sizzling bears
- Masterbaker – the most deliciously cheeky bake-off in Melbourne
- Dykes on Bikes – on cloakroom and ID check duties (with added attitude)
- Rubber pups, dunk tanks, auctions, demonstrations and performances, and more
Whether you’re a seasoned kinkster or simply curious, it’s the perfect way to dip your toes (or boots) into something new – all while supporting a great cause.
Why It Matters
Northside Bizarre raises vital funds for Thorne Harbour Health’s services, including the David Williams Fund for people living with HIV. Over the years, the event has raised tens of thousands of dollars, thanks to community support and our long-standing partnership with The Laird.
“It’s a fundraiser, first and foremost – but also a day that brings so many of our tribes together. There’s simply nothing else like it,” – Cal Hawk, Thorne Harbour Health
Get Involved: VIEW OUR SPONSORSHIP PROSPECTUS.
- Donate Leather Gear: Drop off donations at Thorne Harbour Health or The Laird for our legendary Leather & Treasure second hand market.
- Donate Auction Items: Have something to contribute? We’re accepting items from queer makers, artists, and businesses. Register an item.
- Become a Sponsor: Support the event and connect with our vibrant community by sponsoring Northside Bizarre 2025. Email us at: events@thorneharbour.org
Northside Bizarre Donors
We’d like to thank our generous donors for their incredible support of Northside Bizarre. Your contributions help make this event possible and ensure our community continues to thrive.
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