What a great day! Thanks to the many people who took part and made it a huge success.
Special thanks to the performers, stall holders and many volunteers. It wouldnt have happened without you!
Don't miss the other great events happening as part of the SpringOut Festival!
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Pictures from SpringOut Fairday 2009
A festive atmosphere...
Andrew Barr MLA opens the day...
Great entertainment from talented performers...
Date: 12 noon to 5pm Saturday 31 October 2009.
Venue: The grounds of Westlund House (map), Gordon Street, Acton (near the Film and Sound Archive and opposite the Academy of Science Dome).
SpringOut Fairday is an event of the SpringOut festival, held around November each year.
The annual Fairday is a marvellous day out for the whole family, bring your kids, bring your pets. Sunshine, great stalls, beautiful people, relaxed atmosphere. What could be more pleasant for a Saturday afternoon in Spring?
Fairday 2009 will include a drag king and queens, performances by local artists and the Canberra Gay and Lesbian Qwire, a children's treasure hunt and - back for another year - the ever popular Pet Parade!
For more information, please contact Megan Munro.
Program of events
This year we have over 40 stall holders and loads of entertainment for you.
12.00 noon event starts! 12.30pm Fairday is opened by Mr Andrew Barr, ACT Minister. 12.40pm Canberra Gay and Lesbian Qwire. 1.00pm Drag show. With MC Raine Ingmenn, with performances by Raine Ingmenn, and Drag Idol winners Anita Lay and Mr Green Teal. 1.30pm Information/seminar by the Gay and Lesbian Liaison Officers. 2.00pm Annual Pet Competition. Hosted by the kings of hush comedy, Johnno and Morgan. 2.30pm Financial Planning information session conducted by Scott Malcolm from Money Mechanics. 3.00pm Adelaide Jones - Local performer will play us a few tunes. 3.00pm Children's Treasure Hunt. 3.30pm Free Yoga Class. Being conducted by Gregory Barnes. 3.45pm Raffle prize draw. 3.30pm The Adam Hole and Marji Curran Band will perform.
Fairday 2009 poster:
Information for stall holders
What happens at Fairday?
Community groups and businesses set up information stalls and retail stalls for the afternoon. There is entertainment, usually in the form of different musicians, choirs, local entertainers and the annual pet parade. A limited amount of food and beverages are for sale, usually by local community members and/or their supporters. Up to 600 members of the LGBT community and the wider community attend.
Why is it good for community groups to have a stall at Fairday?
This is an opportunity for community groups to showcase what you do, and to provide you with the opportunity to invite and meet new people who may be interested in participating in your group.
There may be people who are new to Canberra who are looking for something to do, or to make new friends. There may be people who don’t realise that your group exists and it’s just the type of social group they have been looking for.
Social groups are vital to the health and well being of our community. By hosting a group you are assisting to keep your LGBT community vibrant, diverse and inclusive.
Stalls at Fairday also provide a valuable service to the wider community including families, friends and supporters of our LGBT community. They also attend Fairday to support their loved ones and also to collect information and have a greater understanding of the LGBT community in Canberra.
Why is it good for businesses to have a stall at Fairday?
This is the one day of the year where the Canberra LGBT community gathers in this way. There are many people who attend this event that do not attend other events held throughout the year and the event even attracts visitors from interstate.
Because of the type of event it is, it creates a niche market. Many people come to Fairday with the purpose of buying themselves items particular marketed at the LGBT community or they buy themselves gifts! It also provides those business people who identify as LGBT a unique opportunity to meet and market to their own communities.
Many people in the LGBT community look for businesses or services that are LGBT ‘friendly’ and Fairday is a great way to promote your business. If you are a LGBT friendly business, then the LGBT community would love to meet you. Even, if you are unable to attend Fairday you may be interested in sponsoring a community group stall and gain positive exposure.
Stall information
There are two different stall sizes, small and large.
Small, is one table and two chairs and will suit most community groups.
Large, is one to three tables and will suit most businesses.
Stall fees
- Free for community groups.
- $50 for businesses, with an additional fee of $10 each for tables if you require them.
Shade cover
Westlund House has grassy areas around the building. There are some trees at the front of the building. If you are able to bring some sort of shade cover this would be most appreciated. Many businesses have marquees that they set up. You will need to indicate upon registering if you intend to bring shade cover. The comfort and needs of all stallholders needs to be considered when mapping out the location of the stalls.
Everyone attending Fairday is encouraged to wear sunscreen and a suitable hat.
Public liability insurance
Businesses are required to provide a copy of their current cover note. Community groups attending Fairday are not required to have their own public liability insurance.
Sponsorship and volunteering
If you:
- Have any questions about having a stall at Fairday
- Would like to volunteer with preparations or on the day, or
- Would like to sponsor a stall
Please contact Megan at Westlund House on 6257 2855 or megan.munro@aidsaction.org.au.
Dates To Remember
Register your expression of interest
- 16 October - Register your expression of interest in having a stall. It is most likely that all stalls will be accepted and while we hope to make Fairday bigger and better we may run out of space.
- 16 October – If you are a business please provide a copy of your insurance certificates when you register. You can fax them through to 02 6257 4838.
- 23 October - You will receive an email or a phone call confirming that you stall has been accepted. You will be provided with a time to arrive to set up. This will vary for different stallholders.
- 31 October – You will arrive at Fairday at your designated time and be shown to your stall by Megan or one of our many volunteers on the day.
- 31 October – You will pay your stall fees on the day.
Send expressions of interest, or direct any enquiries to Megan on 6257 2855 or megan.munro@aidsaction.org.au
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