From sparkly costumes and glitter face paints to rainbow flags and party horns , it ’ s that time of year again for revellers to glamour up to celebrate a fun-filled night of colourful festivities . As a rainbow of colours continue to hit the country , revellers are making their way through the city ahead of Sydney ’ s world famous Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade . Tens and thousands of party-goers and tourists from across the globe will line the streets to celebrate a night full of festivities as they soak up the spectacular atmosphere on Saturday . Scroll down for video . Fire & Rescue NSW have showed their support with hilarious signs as tens and thousands of party-goers will line the streets to celebrate . Fire & Rescue in Ashfield , Inner West of Sydney was spotted with a hilarious sign and in full swing for Mardi Gras . Kicking off the 37th annual parade , Sydney will be afire with passionate people from all walks of life as they march , dance , skate , ride and even boogie their way along Oxford Street to celebrate the diversity of the LGBTQI community . With countless hours of non-stop tunes and jam-packed entertainment , the night will offer colourful animals , floats , flowers and dancers decked out in beautiful rainbow costumes such as flannies , sequin cocktail dresses and cultural attires . Member for Coogee Bruce Notley-Smith said : 'The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade is a highlight of Sydney 's events calendar , attracting tens of thousands of locals and visitors who line the streets to enjoy the night 's festivities . A Sydney cafe showed their full support for Mardi Gras as they remind their patrons coffee will be served all day on Saturday . The popular Mary 's Burger is in full swing of the celebrations - glamouring up their menu with the 'Fairy 's burger ' ahead of Mardi Gras . Happy Mardi Gras from East Maitland in NSW as they show their full support ahead of the gay and lesbian celebration . 'The NSW Government is proud to support the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade through our tourism and major events agency , Destination NSW . 'This year 's Parade promises to be one of the most spectacular yet , encouraging people from all walks of life to share their 'Passion ' in celebration of inclusion and diversity . ' Meanwhile , local phone booths and ATM machines have all received a funky makeover to get into the spirit as a symbol of pride and support to the gay community . Fire & Rescue NSW and local cafes have also showed their support with hilarious signs as they raise the rainbow flag . The gay pride event is an annual event promoting awareness of gay , lesbian , bisexual and transgender issues and themes . Telstra phone booths were spotted in Newtown in Sydney 's inner west with a complete makeover - including disco balls and funky designs . The popular Mary 's Burger is in full swing of the celebrations - glamouring up their menu with the 'Fairy 's burger ' ahead of Mardi Gras . A giant 'Happy Mardi Gras ' banner was seen attached to a giant cruise . ANZ bank have taken a quirky spin on their ATM machines as they pump out colourful receipts , funky layouts and flashy lights . A rainbow flag was spotted at the University of New South Wales . The Surf Planks Team and Wednesday Wash Up crew gathered at Bondi Beach to show their support ahead of Mardi Gras . A horse carriage is seen riding past colourful neon lights in Melbourne , Victoria . A rainbow floor has been laid in an apartment building in Surry Hills in Sydney 's inner city suburb ahead of Mardi Gras . ANZ bank have taken a quirky spin on their ATM machines as they pump out colourful receipts , funky layouts and flashy lights . A disco ball and a rainbow flag was hung outside a fire station in Newtown in Sydney 's inner-west as they celebrate ahead of Mardi Gras . Limited edition energy drinks V have created a rainbow can in a bid to raise awareness and support for the gay and lesbian community . Gandalf the white cat shows his support for Mardi Gras as it awaits a weekend full of festivities in Sydney . A heart-warming message from Fire & Rescue NSW in Newtown - ahead of the big and eventful celebration this weekend .
The annual 37th Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade will take place this weekend . Tens and thousands from across the globe are expected to attend the colourful festivities . With Mardi Gras in full swing , the city has received a funky makeover as a symbol of pride and support . The gay pride event is an annual event promoting awareness of gay , Sydney , bisexual and transgender issues .