Party at a museum, meet other Queer teens, dance under the stars—sounds pretty ideal, right?
For the sixth year running, youth organisation Minus18 will transform Melbourne’s Immigration Museum into a pride celebration for LGBTQIA+ young people aged 12 to 19.
Night At The Museum returns as Midsumma’s flagship youth event, bringing together drag performances, DJ sets spinning everything from My Chemical Romance to Chappell Roan, friend-making activities, craft stations and full after-hours access to the museum’s exhibitions.
Night At The Museum
- Melbourne Immigration Museum, 400 Flinders Street, Melbourne
- 24 January, 6pm-9pm
- Free for young people aged 12-19
- More info here
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The event addresses a genuine need in the community. According to Minus18’s Queer Youth Now Report, 89 per cent of LGBTQIA+ young people have experienced anti-LGBTQIA+ hate in their lives, while 70 per cent aren’t out to everyone at school. Meanwhile, 99 per cent said making queer friends is crucial for their wellbeing, providing the support and connection that helps them thrive.
“It’s more important than ever to create spaces where LGBTQIA+ young people feel celebrated and can be fully themselves,” Minus18’s youth programs team lead, Jax said.
“Night at the Museum is an incredible way to start the year with Midsumma. Seeing hundreds of young people dancing, connecting, and making friends – it’s a real honour.”
The party unfolds with a dance floor under the stars, alongside structured activities designed specifically for making connections with other attendees. Minus18’s 2025 cohort of Young Leaders—emerging community leaders aged 18 to 25—will be moving through the crowd throughout the night, ensuring everyone feels welcomed and supported. Midsumma volunteers will also be on hand to help bring the evening together.
Smoke, alcohol, drug and vape free
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As an event exclusively for young people, Night At The Museum maintains a smoke, alcohol, drug and vape-free environment, with youth workers present throughout. Every ticket remains free, made possible through partnerships with supporting organisations.
Minus18 operates as Australia’s charity dedicated to improving the lives of LGBTQIA+ young people through resources, education and youth events including their signature Queer Formal alongside Night At The Museum. Each year, thousands of LGBTQIA+ young people celebrate their identities, form friendships and connect with broader community through these programs.
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