
Thousands of colourful revellers have flocked to the Tropical Fruits Festival - which promises attendees a psychedelic entry into the New Year.

The eclectic event lauds itself as one of Australia's premier events for the LGBTIQ community and sees party goers pile into the Lismore Showgrounds on New South Wales' lush north coast.

Donning eccentric outfits ranging from fantastic to unforgettable, Tropical Fruits will welcome 3,000 party goers across the four-day camping event.

Thousands of colourful revellers have flocked to the Tropical Fruits Festival - which promises attendees a psychedelic entry into the New Year

The eclectic event lauds itself as one of Australia's premier events for the LGBTIQ community and sees party goers pile into the Lismore Showgrounds on New South Wales' lush north coast

One enthusiastic party goer got in the mood with a barely-there gold sarong and bra set which they matched with a platinum wig and material which had its own wingspan

Donning eccentric outfits ranging from fantastic to unforgettable, Tropical Fruits will welcome 3,000 party goers across the four-day camping event

Others chose to stay true to the festival's rainbow roots and opted for a range of multi-coloured outfits

On the more revealing end of the spectrum, were those who chose various forms of undergarments in lieu of traditional costumes

One enthusiastic party goer got in the mood with a barely-there gold sarong and bra set which they matched with a platinum wig and material which had its own wingspan.

Others however chose to stay true to the festival's rainbow roots and opted for a range of multi-coloured outfits.

On the more revealing end of the spectrum, were those who chose various forms of undergarments in lieu of traditional costumes.

Another man showed off his trim physique in a pair of briefs which cheekily read 'gang bang' to hoards of onlookers.

Established in 1988, Tropical Fruits prides itself on being the is the premier LGBTIQ festival serving New South Wales' relatively secluded north coast

In the two weeks which straddle the festival's start and end dates, over $10 million is expected to be poured into the local economy

In its first year three decades ago, the festival attracted just 200 people and was held at the Repentance Creek Hall 30 kilometres from the current site

Tropical Fruits attracts party goers from all over Australia and is estimated to help pour millions of dollars into the regional New South Wales area

Locals have also embraced the event's colourful and eccentric nature - and the economic surge it brings to the town

Established in 1988, Tropical Fruits prides itself on being the is the premier LGBTIQ festival serving New South Wales' relatively secluded north coast.

In the two weeks which straddle the festival's start and end dates, over $10 million is expected to be poured into the local economy.

But despite its now-lucrative status Tropical Fruits comes from firmly humble beginnings.

In its first year three decades ago, the festival attracted just 200 people and was held at the Repentance Creek Hall 30 kilometres from the current site.

But despite its now-lucrative status Tropical Fruits comes from firmly humble beginnings in a village hall 30 years ago

On the more revealing end of the spectrum, were those who chose various forms of undergarments in lieu of traditional costumes

Locals have also embraced the event's colourful and eccentric nature - and the economic surge it brings to the town.

Beauty therapist Tracy Newton told the ABC ahead of last year's fest that the attendees made this period her busiest week of the year.

'I get a lot of the gay boys coming in for spray-tans, waxing and other bits and pieces,' she said.

Tropical Fruits is this year celebrating its 30th annual event and will be capped off with an aptly named 'Recovery Party' on New Year's Day

Some party goers chose to stay true to the festival's rainbow roots and opted for a range of multi-coloured outfits

'Over the last few years I've actually missed the parade because I've had my head down and my waxing arms swinging.

'Once you do a good job for them, they spread the word throughout their community and you look after one and you're looking after a whole family.'

Tropical Fruits is this year celebrating its 30th annual event and will be capped off with an aptly named 'Recovery Party' on New Year's Day.