Heatwave Festival left Port glowing
PHOTO GALLERY
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Michael Perry, Wayne Missingham, Erin Haynes, Amanda Leckie and Jody Perry at the Neon Nights launch party at the Sugar Wharf. Picture: Toby Stanley
The inaugural LGBTQIA+ Heatwave Festival lit up Port Douglas from February 13 to 15, delivering three vibrant days of music, performance and community celebration.
Organisers Andrew Dalbertanson and Kent Fordham pulled together a lively program that brought locals and visitors together and celebrated inclusivity.
Festivalgoers kicked things off on Friday with a sunset launch party at the Sugar Wharf, setting the tone for a program centred on inclusivity and connection. Saturday night turned up the energy at The Central with a high-glam sparkle party, while Sunday offered a chance to wind down with chilled beats and a poolside session at Oaks.
A photo gallery from across the weekend captures the colour, style and atmosphere of the festival.
Claudia Izout & Delvine DeFilme at the Neon Nights launch party at the Sugar Wharf. Picture: Toby Stanley
Steph, Mia, Layna & Rochelle at the Neon Nights launch party at the Sugar Wharf. Picture: Toby Stanley
Jillian, Aileen & Chris at the sparkle party at the Central Hotel. Picture: Toby Stanley
Leticia, Hellen, Bec, Kirsty, Kym, Sharon & Claire at the sparkle party at the Central Hotel. Picture: Toby Stanley
Mitch & Jacob at the sparkle party at the Central Hotel. Picture: Toby Stanley