Clutch your pearls for South Africa’s favourite LGBTQIA+ celebration, as the Mother City Queer Project (MCQP) returns for its 30th anniversary on 14 December 2024 at Gardens Commercial High School. While diamonds may be forever, this year’s ‘Mother of Pearl’ theme is destined to make history.
For three decades, MCQP has been the gem in the crown of Cape Town’s social calendar, and this year’s pearl-studded extravaganza is set to be a family reunion, bringing together fans of previous parties and those who have yet to experience the magic of MCQP on the most sacred of spaces: the dancefloor.
Wondering what to wear? Mother is said to be unleashing havoc with an enchanting mix of creatures— succubi, fairies, nymphs, angels and the aquatic underworld—so dive into the realms of your imagination, where endless interpretations await.
And since she knows best, she has commandeered an entire school to give partygoers a playground to indulge in extracurricular activities. Expect to see the venue transformed into an otherworldly escape with world class entertainment serving nothing but vibes to keep the dance floors packed. Get ready to hit four fabulous dance floors – Purgatory, The Devine (powered by Discotekah), The Depth (brought to life by The Death of Glitter), and The Pulse. As if that weren’t enough, there’s also the steamy “Sirens of the Deep,” a captivating Sex Siren immersion celebrating queer eroticism and liberation with Cheshire Vineyard.
From a bold debut in 1994, MCQP has evolved into a beloved institution that celebrates queer joy and visibility in South Africa, making it an integral part of the country’s pink legacy. For the second year, the celebrations will be curated by new management, with The Golden Hour events team steering the 2024 experience. The iconic event is in the care of a seasoned team with over 50 years of combined experience producing major local and international events attended by hundreds of thousands of attendees.
It’s time to polish up those pearls for a night with Mother.
Tickets to Mother’s sanctuary are available on Howler. For all the juicy details and to join the conversation, be sure to like, follow and share MCQP’s Instagram, Facebook and X pages.
