Business & Community Groups FAQ

  • How can I donate to the festival?

    If you’d like to donate to the festival, contact us at paetumokaipride@gmail.com to discuss the options. We’ll make sure you get shout outs on our socials and supporter pages, and other promo materials.

  • How can I get involved?

    You tell us! Whether you want to organise your own event before/during the festival, decorate your store front, put on some weekend deals - it’s up to you! If you want us to promote it, send us an email at paetumokaipride@gmail.com. You’re also super welcome to walk in the parade with us!

  • Will you help me organise an event?

    At the moment we’re a tiny team, so our resource is all tied up in the festival. BUT, if you give us enough notice about what you’re planning, we can include it in our promo materials and on socials etc.

  • When is the 2026 festival?

    This year we’ll have activities from Friday 13 March - Sunday 15 March, with the parade on Saturday 14 March. The aim is to get people to spend time in Featherston over the weekend - so anything you can do help that is very welcome!

  • Do you have flags etc. for me to sell?

    No, we’re only a small team and the little money we do have is committed to running the festival. We do know that lots of people wanted to buy flags and merch last year, so feel free to order some to sell in your shops!

  • Will the parade disrupt my store/business?

    No - we aim to do a residential route again this year. This is partly due to the expense of traffic management plans for the State Highway, and partly because we loved having houses involved in the decorating!

  • I'm a queer business owner, but I'm not based in Featherston - can I still get involved?

    Yes! We hope to have a queer market this year, so keep an eye out on our socials and 2026 event page for more information.

  • I'm a local business/community group but I don't want to take part - do I have to?

    No! You do you, boo.

  • Do I have to pay to take part?

    No! You’re very welcome to donate to get a feature on our supporters page, but we understand that’s not possible for everyone. We’ll still promote any events/deals you put on!