Melting Pot

Melting Pot, presented in collaboration with QUIVR, returns as a vibrant creative hub throughout Melt Festival, transforming Brisbane Powerhouse into a welcoming space celebrating LGBTQIA+ artistry.

Each week, emerging and established queer creators come together to showcase talent across art, fashion, sound, and more — all within an energetic, inclusive environment that invites everyone to connect, dream, and celebrate.

This year’s lineup promises a diverse array of performances, talks, and interactive experiences. From the fierce energy of Mr First Nations heats to the intimate storytelling of The Sexfessional, and the celebratory vibes of Dressed in our Light — each event offers something uniquely queer, proudly unapologetic, and deeply community-driven.

Highlights include:

• Mr First Nations heats (21–22 Oct)
• The Sexfessional (from 21 Oct)
• New Classics: Trans Scratch Night (29 Oct)
• No Tears for Queers (29 Oct)
• Quiet on Set (30 Oct)
• Trans Theatre Festival Showcase (31 Oct)
• Katie is a Marker Sniffing Lesbian (31 Oct)
• Artists Showcases (5 Nov)
• Dressed in our Light (6 Nov)
• Guava FEST (7 Nov)
• Saddle Club (8 Nov)

Whether you’re drawn to live music, spoken word, fashion, or just the glow of communal celebration, Melting Pot is your space to linger, listen, and feel at home.