pride film fest. 2026 programe
Pride Film Fest is a program of LGBTIQ+ short films curated by Queer Screen and produced by Side Quest.
This 90 minute film program includes: Animation, Coming of Age, Comedy, Documentary Profile, Documentary History, Drama, Drama/Comedy, Fantasy, Experimental and Thriller.
A program of contemporary films from Australia, Canada, UK and USA with film content covering Lesbian, Gay Men, Bisexual Women, Pansexual, Transgender Men, Transgender Women, Non Binary, Genderqueer and Queer.
We are excited to be touring Pride Film Fest in 2026 to six locations in Tasmania. We acknowledge the generous financial support from Pride Foundation Australia and Working It Out Inc towards the costs of screening these films. Side Quest is an unincorporated grass roots production team based in lutruwita/ Tasmania.
THe short films
one day this kid
One Day This Kid
As told through a deftly composed array of small yet pivotal moments, a first-generation Afghan-Canadian man takes steps toward establishing an identity of his own while always conscious of his father's shadow. Gay Men, Queer Drama, Canada, 15+.
is gay marriage next
Is Gay Marriage Next?
Is Gay Marriage Next? artfully navigates the ebb and flow of LGBTQ rights in America through the lens of a 2003 Newsweek cover that changed the director’s life. Lesbian, Gay Men, Non-Binary, Documentary, USA, 15+.
with love, Lottie
With Love, Lottie
When a disabled teenager fears she will never find love, she enlists her friends as mentors in the unpredictable world of dating – and discovers that love can come in many unexpected ways and forms. Bisexual Women, Pansexual, Queer, Transgender Men, Coming of age Dramedy, Australia, 15+
really good driver
Really Good Driver
An Asian-American mum (Keiko Agena, Gilmore Girls) teaches her grown-up child (writer-director-producer, Alex Song-Xia) how to drive, forcing both to confront parts of the car – and themselves – they never have before. Lesbian, Non-Binary, Queer, Genderqueer, Comedy, USA, 15+
skin
Skin
A poetic exploration of identity and self-discovery, using visual symbolism to depict one person’s (Lío Mehiel, Mutt) transformation into a man, their inner manifestation shedding their old skin to embrace their true identity. Transgender Men, Queer, Genderqueer, Fantasy, USA, 15+
drag fox
Dragfox
Sam's search for identity gets interrupted by a mysterious neighbourhood fox, voiced by Ian McKellen. Together they embark on a magical journey to discover the surprising things they might have in common, and how to celebrate their differences. Gay Men, Transgender Woman, Non-Binary, Queer, Genderqueer, Comedy/ musical, UK, 15+
Die Bully Die
Die Bully Die
17 years since high school, Max catches up with his former bully in a fancy restaurant where Max’s grudge against Adam begins to manifest in horrific ways. Gay Men, Drama, Australia, 15+
screenings
Burnie
3pm Saturday 7th February
Burnie Arts Centre
77 Wilmot Street, Burnie
$20 full, $15 concession
Launch of statewide tour.
This inaugural tour launches on Saturday February 7th with a matinee screening at the Burnie Arts Centre and will kick off with guest speaker Rodney Croome and MC’d by Pussay Poppins, Barry Bothways & Gary Snow
Pride Film Fest. is a program of 90 minutes of LGBTIQ+ short films from Australia, Canada, UK and USA, curated for this tour by Queer Screen and produced by Side Quest.
All films 15+. Closed caption screenings
Prebook at TasPride Humanitix. Door sales (card only) subject to availability.
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Access
Burnie Arts Centre. An access ramp. Wheelchair access and seating that allows more room for the use of mobility aids are available. However, walking frames are not permitted in the auditorium, but may be used by patrons to help them to their seat. Ushers will store the walker and return it to the patron at the conclusion of the performance.
Disabled Access to the Regional Art Gallery is at the main entrance on Wilmot Street.
After the Burnie Pride Film Fest. Join us at Drag Bingo in Penguin
Drag Bingo Penguin - Pussay Poppins
Sat 7th of Feb 6:30-9pm​
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Pussay Poppins is bringing Drag Bingo back to the North West Coast for Tasmanian Pride Month! Pussay will be doing a Bingo in Penguin after her appearance at the Burnie Pride Film Fest. Tickets to the Pride film fest can be found HERE
This event is intended for an adult audience as she can get rude, crude and outrageous....especially if your name is Sarah. This event is open to the queer community, their friends, families and allies.
Ticket price - Food & Drinks are available for purchase!
Penguin Beer Co 85 Main Street, Penguin
$30 - includes performance & games
QUEENSTOWN
3pm Sunday 8th February
Paragon Theatre
11 McNamara Street, Queenstown
$10
Door sales available
Pride Film Fest. is a program of 90 minutes of LGBTIQ+ short films from Australia, Canada, UK and USA, curated for this tour by Queer Screen and produced by Side Quest. All films 15+. Closed caption screenings
Prebook at TasPride Humanitix. Door sales (card only) subject to availability.
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Access
Paragon Theatre has a side entrance into the theatre from Little Orr St. With prior arrangement we can easily let people in that door. There's plenty of parking on the other side of the theatre in the RSL car park. The Paragon has an accessible toilet at the back of the building which is accessed through the side door and is kept locked. The key is kept behind the bar and we generally escort guests to the toilet.
LAUNCESTON
2pm Saturday 21st February
QVMAG
2 Invermay Road, Launceston
$20 full. $15 concession
Pride Film Fest. is a program of 90 minutes of LGBTIQ+ short films from Australia, Canada, UK and USA, curated for this tour by Queer Screen and produced by Side Quest. All films 15+. Closed caption screenings
Prebook at TasPride Humanitix. Door sales (card only) subject to availability.
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MC'd by: Jimi Tonix
Guest Speaker: Rodney Croome
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QVMAG Accessible parking and integrated accessibility through building design QVMAG Accessible parking info
TASMAN PENINSULA
7pm Sunday 22nd February
Eaglehawk Neck Community Hall
Arthur Highway, Eaglehawk Neck
$17 full, $12 concession
Optional Allied Event: Pizza Buffet 6pm prior to screening $22
Pride Film Fest. is a program of 90 minutes of LGBTIQ+ short films from Australia, Canada, UK and USA, curated for this tour by Queer Screen and produced by Side Quest. All films 15+. Closed caption screenings
Prebook at TasPride Humanitix. Door sales (card only) subject to availability.
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Guest Speaker: Lynn Jarvis acting CEO of WIO
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Optional Allied Event 6pm:
Pizza Buffet at the Eagle Hawk Neck Community Hall prior to screening.
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Access
Eaglehawk Neck Community Hall is wheelchair accessible. An accessible toilet adjacent to the building is accessed by a ramp.
CYGNET
7pm Saturday 28th February
Cygnet Town Hall Supper Room
14 Mary Street, Cygnet
$17 full, $12 concession
Optional Allied Event: Wine tasting & cheese platters 5:30pm hosted by Winsor Dobbin prior to the screening $55.
Pride Film Fest. is a program of 90 minutes of LGBTIQ+ short films from Australia, Canada, UK and USA, curated for this tour by Queer Screen and produced by Side Quest. All films 15+. Closed caption screenings
Prebook at TasPride Humanitix. Door sales (card only) subject to availability.
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Optional Allied Event: [Cancelled due to low numbers]
5:30pm Wine Tasting and Cheese Platters at Red Velvet Lounge prior to screening, 24 Mary St, Cygnet.
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Wheelhouse is providing supper as a fundraiser.
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Access
Cygnet Town Hall Supper Room, ramp access into building and lift access to Supper Room. Accessible toilet on ground floor and disability parking in both adjacent car parks
HOBART
5pm Sunday 1st March
SOHO Arts Back Room
6 Washington Street, South Hobart
$17 full, $12 concession
Pride Film Fest. is a program of 90 minutes of LGBTIQ+ short films from Australia, Canada, UK and USA, curated for this tour by Queer Screen and produced by Side Quest. All films 15+. Closed caption screenings
Prebook at TasPride Humanitix. Door sales (card only) subject to availability.
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Guest Speaker: Katie Kelly, President of TasPride
MC'd by: The Back Door Boyz (Barry Bothways & Gary Snow)
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Access
There is very limited accessible access. The main door is up steps and whilst there is a temporary ramp at the back door suitable for strollers, and trolleys. To access the toilet inside there is a step down and there is no accessible toilet. There is a public accessible toilet on the street front.