Labour weekend 2025
Pride in Arts Festival Cambridge Town Hall
See below for the schedule of events.
The Pride in Arts Festival is a weekend celebrating artistic expression and the enduring contributions of queer creatives.
Experience captivating classical concerts, exclusive private art collections, and a specially curated film series at the Tivoli Cinema–including Andy Warhol: The American Dream and lively sing-along screenings. From cabaret and solo drag performances to interactive creative workshops there is something for everyone. Explore a vibrant pop-up marketshowcasing the work of creatives and artists.
The festival’s signature event will be a spectacular ball in the Cambridge Town Hall. The Pride in Arts Festival is in collaboration with Tivoli Cinema Pride in Arts Festival Labour Weekend The Pride in Arts Festival is a weekend celebrating artistic expression and the enduring contributions of queer creatives.
Experience captivating classical concerts, exclusive private art collections, and a specially curated film series at the Tivoli Cinema–including Andy Warhol: The American Dream and lively sing-along screenings. From cabaret and solo drag performances to interactive
creative workshops there is something for everyone. Explore a vibrant pop-up market showcasing the work of creatives and artists.
The festival’s signature event will be a spectacular ball in the Cambridge Town Hall. The Pride in Arts Festival is in collaboration with Tivoli Cinema.
DATE
This Wasn't the Plan: A Musical Theatre Cabaret
Please take your seats in this cabaret classroom as lecturer, Glenn Horsfall, takes you through the twists and turns of a life imagined versus a reality lived. With beautiful songs and hilarious, heartfelt, often humbling stories, this show looks at what it means when the script of life gets rewritten.
Saturday 25th October
GALA BALL
Black Tie meets Met Gala meets You
Signature event:
The evening will have a dressed saloon style Victorian room, with grand piano featuring some great classics as background music. Food served/curated throughout the evening, 7- 9pm + full grazing tables.
Post the official waltz at 9pm, a covers band entertains the attendees in the main hall, while people can mingle in the quitter Victorian room.
Tickets available through Humanitix
Sunday 26 October
Drag Bingo with Anita Wiglet
Anita Wiglet is a household name in the drag world, following her time on Ru Pauls Drag Race. Her hilarious fun and snazzy bingo night is a must for all. A short drag performance, this is fun for all and full of prizes. https://anitawiglit.co.nz/
TBC – her one woman show or a classical concert. Karaoke after bingo, or mix and mingle
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Friday 24 October – Opening Night: Icons & Introspections
Tivoli Cinema
6:00pm – Opening Reception at the Tivoli Café Festival launch drinks and mingling in our cosy festival hub.
7:00pm – Andy Warhol: The American Dream Premiere out October 2025
(Tivoli Cinema – seat-limited, repeated screenings Sat–Mon)
Saturday 25 October – A Night at the Ball
Daytime
Film Screenings Continue at Tivoli
Billy Elliot: The Musical + Singalong and dress up Wicked for families
Classic Queer Cinema (TBC: Rock Hudson or similar)
Andy Warhol: Encore Screenings
Art & Object Exhibits
Sue & Margaret’s Collection
Café & chats at the Tivoli Hub
Life Drawing Class. No experience needed—just turn up and enjoy. 12pm
Evening – Signature Ball
Cambridge Town Hall
6:30pm – Pride Gala Ball:
“Black Tie Meets Met Gala Meets You”
Enjoy ambient piano in the Victorian Room and curated cuisine from 7–9pm.
9:00pm – The Official Waltz, then dance the night away with a live band. RNZAF
Jazz band + Chris Parker
(Main Hall – ticketed, 18+ encouraged)
Sunday 26 October – Casual, Camp & Creative
MORNING
10:30am – Stitch & Bitch (Tivoli Café) Yarn, coffee, and connection in a relaxed, inclusive space.
Recommended: Self-Guided Visit to Hamilton Gardens A perfect peaceful pause to close out the long weekend.
Pop-Up Artist Market – Town Hall (3-5pm) Artworks, zines, fashion, jewellery and more from queer creatives. Gold Coin
AFTERNOON
Films at Tivoli Continue Including the Wicked Singalong Screening (Family-friendly, costumes welcome!)
Pianos galore! Tour of player pianos in Pirongia – a privatecollection
Cambridge Town Hall – Main Hall
5:30pm – This Wasn’t the Plan: A Musical Theatre Cabaret Glenn Horsfall’s laugh-out-loud, bittersweet show about life’s unexpected turns, featuring live vocals and music.
Evening – Signature Event
7:00pm – Drag Bingo with Anita Wiglet followed by karaoke Prizes, performances, and plenty of sass. (Town Hall – ticketed, PG-13 recommended)
Monday 27 October – Slow Art & Sweet Endings
Daytime
Final Screenings at Tivoli Cinema Last chance to catch Andy Warhol, Billy Elliot, and more.
Recommended: Self-Guided Visit to Hamilton Gardens A perfect peaceful pause to close out the long weekend.
Evening – Closing Event
5:00pm – Hanrad Bespoke Rugs: Closing Cocktails & Party A lush, low-key finale with drinks, design, and community vibes.(Limited capacity – RSVP/ticketed)
Festival Hub: Tivoli Cinema Café
Open all weekend for drop-ins, coffee, chats, and casual hangouts. A warm welcome for everyone.
