Nimbin Mardi Grass is an annual event in Nimbin that runs over a few days. The protest rally and parade is held on the first weekend in May, featuring the Hemp Olympix, Joint Rolling, Bong Throw and Yell and Growers Iron-person events.

Also held during the festival are the Nimbin Cannabis Cup, Harvest Ball & Picker's Ball. The "Protest Rally and Parade" is held on the Sunday accompanied by the traditional "Big Joint" and dancing Ganja Faeries.

MardiGrass is a participant in the Global Marijuana March.

For more information visit Nimbin Mardi Grass

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