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The National Portrait Gallery’s legendary queer party returns in February

The Huxleys in front of 'Kaylene TV', 2023 by Kaylene Whiskey. Courtesy of artists and Iwantja Arts. Commissioned by the Biennale of Sydney and Fondation Cartier pour l'art contemporain.

The National Portrait Gallery's legendary queer party returns in February

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House of Heroes

Late Night

Friday 20 February 2026
7pm – 12.30am
Early Bird tickets 20% off (applied at checkout), limited release
Adult $40 | Concession $36 | Circle of Friends $36 | Under 30 $30 | Mob $20

Tickets at portrait.gov.au/calendar/house-of-heroes-late-night

The Gallery’s annual 18+ late-night event is back! Curated by sensational duo Will and Garrett Huxley, aka The Huxleys, this iteration celebrates Yankunytjatjara artist Kaylene Whiskey and her vibrant exhibition Super Kaylene Whiskey. This immersive night will be like stepping into a Kaylene Whiskey artwork, with glittering live performances, creative pop-ups, interactive workshops, art tours and a dancefloor pulsing with Kaylene’s favourite music superstars like Dolly Parton, Cher and Tina Turner.

Expect the unexpected with roving performances from Bendy BenGabi Barton and Rosie Allways. Get crafty with the Haus of Dizzy crew to make your own vibrant bag charm, kick up your shoes with Kath Ebbs for a Cowboy C*untry line dance, or get down and Grumble Boogie with the vivacious Betty Grumble. The night won’t stop there, with show stopping performances from The HuxleysD FlowersFelicia FoxxKitty ObsidianNana Miss KooriNefertiti LaNegra and Simone Page Jones. Keeping the night electric will be master of their craft 2Joocee as MC and ultimate party starter DJ Charlie Villas.

If that isn’t enough to whet your appetite, gather and feast on a mouthwatering line-up of food stall offerings, or grab a drink at one of our bars.

But wait there’s more! The Gallery is your runway and you are the star. We invite all the pop divas, superheroes and inner icons to werk it – there are prizes to be won for (simply) the best dressed.

This is one night inside the disco ball you won’t want to miss!

On sale now

Can’t wait? Grab your limited release Early Bird tickets to House of Heroes now.

Join the Circle of Friends to take advantage of cheaper prices. See the concession and discount policy for more information on ticket availability.

This is an 18+ event.