Gala '26
Admit all · Sat 28 Nov
Gender Revel Gala
Sat 28 Nov
The Substation, Newport
An all-trans line-up
Trans Visibility Awards
Dinner, drinks and dancing
Gender Revel Gala
Sat 28 Nov
The Substation, Newport
An all-trans line-up
Trans Visibility Awards
Dinner, drinks and dancing
The Trans Month finale
A room full of trans joy
The Gender Revel Gala is Transgender Victoria's flagship celebration: a glittering, joyful, unapologetically trans night out to close Trans Month.
Dinner, drinks, live performances from trans and gender diverse artists, dancing, and the big reveal of this year's Trans Visibility Award winners. It's for community members, families, allies and supporters. Frock up, bring your people, and join us at our brand new venue.
Gala 2025
Last year, in full colour
Watch the highlights, then drag, swipe or scroll through the photos. Tap any photo to open it.
The red carpet
Taking the stage
Gala 2025
Friday 7 November
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Big hugs
Bring your people
Hands up
91%
said the Gala was accessible for their needs
Sequin season
Spin me round
Dance floor
The stage is set
82%
said the Gala sparked gender euphoria
The crowd goes wild
Orange crush
Drinks up
80%
said it was good for their mental health and wellbeing
Matching energy
On the decks
Front row
Angel energy
Sing it
Pure joy
Spinning all night
Packed floor
80%
felt more connected to their community
Hello from 2025
In full bloom
Last year
400+
trans, gender diverse and non-binary people and allies filled the room
Stats from the 2025 Gala attendee survey
Why you'll love it
Three reasons to be there
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Red carpet
All glam
Frock up for the red carpet
The dress code is anything that brings you gender euphoria. A fitted tux, a sparkly gown or your favourite flannelette shirt. Photographers will be there to capture it.
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Awards
Front row
Cheer on trans excellence
Be there for the big reveal of this year's Trans Visibility Award winners, with an all-trans line-up of performers taking the stage.
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Dance floor
Till 11pm
Eat, drink and dance
Dinner, drinks and a dance floor full of trans joy until 11pm. All bar proceeds go to Affirmation Station, Melbourne's trans-led community hub.
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The line-up
Gala '26
Stay tuned
Gender Revel Gala · The line-up
Tickets
Choose your ticket
General Release is on now. Prices go up Thursday 12 November, so lock yours in early. Tickets close Thursday 26 November at 11:59pm.
Final Release tickets are on sale now. Tickets close Thursday 26 November at 11:59pm, so don't leave it too late.
On sale now
Trans and gender diverse, waged
For trans, gender diverse and non-binary people in paid work.
$90
$100
$100 from 12 Nov. Save $10 now.
Final Release price
On sale now
Trans and gender diverse, unwaged
For trans, gender diverse and non-binary people who are unwaged, studying or on a low income.
$45
$50
$50 from 12 Nov. Save $5 now.
Final Release price
Supports community
Solidarity and allies
For allies, families and supporters, and anyone who can pay a little more to keep the night affordable for community.
$120
$150
$150 from 12 Nov. Save $30 now.
Final Release price
Pay It Forward
Gift a ticket to community
Your $80 sends a trans or gender diverse person who couldn't otherwise afford to come. Add it on its own or with your own ticket.
$80
Same price all the way through
10%
off
Featured offer: group deal
Bring your crew, save 10%
Book 5 or more tickets and 10% comes off automatically at checkout. No code needed.
✓No proof needed, we trust you. Every ticket is the same on the night.
✓Prices are per ticket, plus a Humanitix booking fee.
Ready to book?
Tap any ticket above, or the button here. Checkout is on Humanitix, where you can pay by card or Apple Pay.
Can't afford a ticket? Email gala@tgv.org.au. We don't want anyone missing out for a lack of funds. Free Mob Tix are also available at checkout.
Plan your night
Before you arrive
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Getting here
The Substation, 1 Market St, Newport. Our brand new venue, and 100% wheelchair accessible.
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What to bring
Your ticket (on your phone is fine) and your most euphoric look. Our theme is In Full Bloom, and there's no such thing as too much (or too little). This event is 18+.
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Care and access
Auslan interpreters, a Chill Out Space, Peer Navigators, trans-friendly security and COVID care. Everything's in the access guide below.
Access guide
We want everyone to feel safe, welcome and comfortable on the night. Here's what we have in place.
Auslan interpreters
For the performances and the Trans Visibility Awards.
Wheelchair accessible
The Substation is 100% wheelchair accessible.
Reserved accessible seating
Email gala@tgv.org.au with how many seats you need and we'll save them for you.
Chill Out Space
A low-sensory space near the entrance, for whenever you need a breather.
Peer Navigators
Friendly peer support throughout the night. Look for the trans flag lanyards.
Trans-friendly security
Our security team is briefed and trans-friendly.
No photos, no worries
Grab a red wristband at the door and our photographers will leave you out of shots.
COVID care
Free N95 masks, air purifiers, open doors and hand sanitiser.
Access needs or questions? Email gala@tgv.org.au and we'll help.
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Who can come?
It's a trans-centric night, open to allies who want to support their loved ones. The Gala is 18+.
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What are the ticket types?
Trans and gender diverse people choose a waged or unwaged ticket, and allies, families and supporters buy a Solidarity ticket. You'll find all the prices in the tickets section above. Mob Tix are free for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community members.
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Is there a group discount?
Yes. Buy 5 or more tickets and get 10% off, no code needed.
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What is a Pay It Forward ticket?
An $80 ticket you buy for a trans or gender diverse community member who couldn't otherwise afford to come. It's in the ticket options on Humanitix, so you can add one to your order or buy one on its own.
05
What if I can't afford a ticket?
Email gala@tgv.org.au. We don't want anyone missing out.
06
What's the dress code?
Anything that brings you gender euphoria. Pop-up changerooms are open from 5 to 6pm if you're coming straight from something else.
07
Is there food and drink?
Yes. Food and drinks are available, and all bar proceeds go to Affirmation Station.
08
When do prices go up and tickets close?
General Release prices go up on Thursday 12 November, when Final Release starts. Tickets close on Thursday 26 November at 11:59pm.
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Can I pay with Apple Pay?
Yes. Checkout is on Humanitix, where you can pay by card or Apple Pay.
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Isn't it election night?
The Gala falls on the same night as the Victorian State Election. While we don't know what the results will look like, we do know what our night will look like: celebrating trans excellence, standing together in solidarity and holding space for one another. Regardless of what season is ahead, this will be a night for us all to flourish and bloom.
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Will there be photos?
Yes, professional photographers will be there. Grab a red wristband if you'd rather not be photographed.
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Can I get a refund?
Refunds are available up to 1 day before the event. For other access needs or questions, email gala@tgv.org.au.
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Who do I contact for help?
For event enquiries, email gala@tgv.org.au. For media and comms enquiries, email athena@tgv.org.au.
Run of the night
Saturday 28 November
The Substation, Newport. Times are subject to change.
5pm
Glam up on site
Pop-up changerooms open from 5 to 6pm, so you can arrive and get glammed on site.
Arrive
6pm
Doors and red carpet
Walk the red carpet, with professional photographers and a photobooth by Matto Lucas Photography.
Red carpet
Dinner
Dinner and drinks
Settle in with your people. All bar proceeds go to Affirmation Station.
Eat and drink
Show
An all-trans line-up
Live performances from trans and gender diverse artists. Our line-up is coming soon.
Perform
Awards
Trans Visibility Awards
The big reveal of this year's Trans Visibility Award winners.
Celebrate
Till 11pm
Dance the night away
A dance floor full of trans joy to close Trans Month in full bloom.
Dance
All times are a guide and subject to change. We'll share the final run of the night closer to the date.
Made possible by
Our partners
Thank you to the partners who help make the night possible.
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Frock up
Bring your people
Close Trans Month in full bloom
Pay It Forward
Frock up
Bring your people
Close Trans Month in full bloom
Pay It Forward
Still thinking about it?
See you on the dance floor
Saturday 28 November, 6 to 11pm at The Substation, Newport. Frock up, bring your people, and let's close Trans Month in full bloom.
General Release prices end Thursday 12 November
Want to help spread the word? Grab ready-to-post captions and images from the Gala Kit.
Event enquiries: gala@tgv.org.au. Media and communications: athena@tgv.org.au.
TGV operates across lands belonging to the Wurundjeri, Boonwurrung, Taungurong, Dja Dja Wurrung, and Wathaurung peoples of the Kulin Nation. Transgender Victoria pays its respects to Elders past and present, and acknowledges that sovereignty has never been ceded. This always was and always will be Aboriginal land.