Get involved

The Big Gay Out (brought to you by Burnett Foundation Aotearoa) is the largest annual Rainbow event in Aotearoa. It is attended by over 15,000 LGBTQIA+ people, their whānau and friends and provides a unique opportunity to meaningfully engage with the community.

Become a partner
Become a stallholder

Become a partner

This is a free community event that relies on the generous support of our event partners. We’d love to hear from you if you are committed to supporting Rainbow communities in Aotearoa and would like to explore partnering together for Big Gay Out 2026.

Become a stallholder

If you would like to have a stall in the Big Gay Out marketplace, follow the appropriate link below:

Small retailers
Business, government, or political parties
Education Providers, Medium Business and Large Non-Profits
Rainbow Organisations and Community Groups