English DJ Jax Jones has been announced as the final headliner for the FINALE closing party run by GAYM Entertainment during the Sydney Mardi Gras festival.
The global house music icon has produced hits like “OUT OUT” featuring Charli XCX, “Instruction” with Demi Lovato and “You Don’t Know Me” featuring RAYE.
He has released one studio album, three EPs and thirty singles, including one as a featured artist. His debut album “Snacks (Supersize)” was released in 2019.
Jones joins a FINALE line-up featuring Drag Race star Pangina Heals, techno powerhouse Juliet Fox, and circuit music favourites Las Bibas, Chris Turina and Manuel Coby.
To be held 10pm March 2 until 10am March 3 at Home The Venue in Darling Harbour, FINALE spans five dance floors, offering an eclectic mix of circuit, house, tech house, techno and pop.
“Finale has become more than just a party – it’s a tradition,” said Jesse Lawson, owner of GAYM Entertainment, which runs the event.
“Every year, we aim to create an experience that captures the energy, diversity, and pure joy of Mardi Gras. Bringing Jax Jones on board continues our commitment to delivering world-class talent to our community, and we can’t wait to celebrate with everyone.”
Lawson said 2025’s FINALE will push creative and production boundaries after last year’s event “raised the bar” with custom-built stage designs, CO2 cannons, confetti, and a hydraulic lighting system.
Final release tickets are $159.26 including fees. VIP tickets are available for $211.61 (including fees). VIP tickets include express entry to the event and access to the mezzanine balcony, and VIP bar and toilets.
Ben Grubb is the founder and editor of Gay Sydney News, an independent publication covering LGBTQIA+ news. A journalist with more than 15 years' experience, he has reported and edited for The Sydney Morning Herald, The Age, WAToday, Brisbane Times, The Australian Financial Review, News.com.au, ZDNet, TelecomTimes and iTnews, primarily on the topic of technology. He previously hosted The Informer, a queer current affairs program on Melbourne’s JOY 94.9 radio station, and contributes to LGBTQIA+ media including Stun Magazine. Ben has also appeared as a technology commentator on Channel Ten's The Project, ABC RN’s Download This Show and commercial radio stations 2UE, 2GB and 6PR. Contact Ben: ben.grubb@gaysydneynews.com.au
