Past Event - November 2025 - Pride Picnic
Event Success! - What happened?
On Thursday 20 November, 13 young people joined us in Chiltern for our PRIDE picnic. Artists Nat Ord and Lisa Bishop kept everyone busy with wooden spoon carving and creating artwork of our ‘Inner self’ to take home. The beautiful relaxed setting of Lake Anderson, delicious salads and snacks, and sunny spring time weather all came together to create the perfect picnic evening!
LGBTQIA+ young people and Allies had the opportunity to come together for an afternoon of chill vibes, connection and creativity. 100% of participants said they had fun, but most importantly said that they felt comfortable attending because “it felt like a very supportive environment” and a “welcoming group”.
Keep an eye out for more PRIDE events in 2026.
Hang out, create, and picnic with us in Chiltern!
The Indigo Shire Youth Team along with artists Nat Ord and Lisa Bishop are hosting a chill creative picnic - think good food, good people, and some artsy fun.
Get your hands dirty with painting and spoon carving or just kick back with a delicious dinner and meet other awesome LGBTQIA+ young people. Whether you're here to craft or just catch the afternoon sun, this is your space to be yourself and connect with new friends.
The Vibe: inclusive, creative, and 100% judgment-free. We're all about keeping this space safe and welcoming - anyone being exclusionary or disrespectful will be asked to leave.
The Details:
Thursday 20 November
4-7.30pm
Chiltern, location to be advised
Return transport from Beechworth Secondary College and Rutherglen High School
Departing at 3.30pm
Returning at 8pm
Important Info:
- This event is supervised by Indigo Shire Youth staff
- Spoon carving uses sharp tools, so you'll need to agree to a safety code of conduct to join in
- This is a youth event - no drugs, alcohol, smoking, or vaping
This event is funded through the Victorian Government Engage! program.