Event Dates
From: Monday, November 4, 2024
To: Sunday, November 10, 2024
Winter Pride Maspalomas is the final gay pride celebration in the European calendar year.
Winter Pride Maspalomas is the final gay pride celebration in the European calendar year; Despite the “winter” in its name, Maspalomas boasts a mild climate even in late autumn, ensuring an enjoyable beach holiday experience with average daytime temperatures of 23 degrees.
- Almost everything gay in Gran Canaria is under one roof in the Yumbo centre, home to 95% of the island’s gay bars and clubs. Check out the top 10 hotels closest to the Yumbo Centre.
The Event
- Monday February 4th to Sunday November 10th 2024 – Winterpride – one week of amazing events with live shows featuring international artists on a spectacular stage right in the heart of the Yumbo Centre.
- Other events include pool parties, boat excursions, a parade, dance sessions and more.
- Known for its vibrant nightlife, the Yumbo Centre is the heart of Gran Canaria’s LGBTQ+ scene, hosting numerous gay bars and clubs.
- Maspalomas hotels sell out months in advance, so book early.
The German Carnival
- November 11th 2024 – Note, the dates in 2024 do not include the 11/11 celebrations which mark the start of the traditional German Carnival where hundreds gather on the gay beaches in full costume.
Maspalomas WinterPride Parties 2024
2024 – Regular pool parties include the following:
- Monday 4th November – Maspalomas Winterpride BBQ And Pool Party at the Axel Beach with DJs, GoGos and Free BBQ.
- Wednesday 6th November – Wet & White Maspalomas Pool Party at Amadores Beach Club with epic drag shows and DJs.
- Thursday 7th November – Candyland Maspalomas – the rooftop pool party at the Marin Beach rooftop club.
- Sunday 10th November – T Dance – Maspalomas Winter Pride Maspalomas at the Seven hotel, the perfect way to say goodbye to Winter Pride.
- Discover the best of Maspalomas, from bars and restaurants to top attractions with our gay guide to Gran Canaria.
- Awaiting dates – Ritual Hotels Pool party, the ultimate 80s and 90s event.
Maspalomas Winter Pride Main Stage
- Awaiting lineup for the 2024 edition.
- There is a big stage in the centre of the Yumbo, with entertainment from top international acts and DJs to keep you entertained over the seven days.
- The stage is surrounded with all the gay bars, clubs and restaurants, each putting on something special each night.
- The stage area has a dedicated VIP area if you want to enjoy the experience from a raised platform with access to your own bar. mingle with the stars after their performances and skip the line with dedicated portaloos!
- Upgrade your pride experience and stay at the Lopesan Costa Meloneras Hotel, set half a kilometer from Gran Canaria’s Maspalomas Beach, a luxury complex with a spa, casino and heated lagoon-style swimming pools set in tropical grounds. Each room has a private balcony.
Pride Walk – The Main Parade
- Saturday November 9th 2024. – The Winter Pride parade has evolved from being a “walk” to a fully fledged parade. The parade makes its way in a blaze of colour across the esplanade.
- 15.00 – 18.00 3 hours along Avenida de Tirajana. Join more than 20,000 people on the walk for Pride.
- Participating in the Pride Walk is completely free, but for a unique experience, join one of the two official floats and see the parade from a whole new perspective.
- The dress code is, of course, rainbow! For just €50, you can enjoy three hours of a free bar, access to toilets, and an unforgettable experience. But act fast, as availability is limited and tickets sell out quickly.
- Stay close to the parade at the recently refurbished Barceló Margaritas rated “Fabulous” by guests, with spacious and stylish rooms and two outdoor pools.
Pride Walk After Party: – Yumbo Main Stage
- 18:00 – 20:00 – Get ready to keep the party going after the massive Pride Walk, gather at the main stage area for an unforgettable evening of music and celebration!
Where to stay for Winter Pride
Here are the hotels we recommend that have good reviews and keep you close to all the action:
Sol Barbacan, Silvi Villas, Axel Beach, Bohemia Suites
Want to stay one of the top 10 gay resorts on the island? Check out our to 10 gay hotels in Maspalomas.
Playa del Ingles is the place to stay
Book now and pay on arrival
The Sol Barbacan close to the Yumbo
offering a great pool and stylish rooms.
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Over 32 gay bars all in the same area, so we have chosen Hotels close to the gay bars that have high reviews on booking.com our hotel partner .
Av. Estados Unidos, 28, Las Palmas,
Offering large rooms with balconies, the adults-only Bohemia Suites & Spa is 200 m from Playa del Inglés Beach. It features 1 freshwater outdoor pool and 1 saltwater outdoor pool and 2 outdoor jacuzzis.
The stylish rooms at Bohemia Suites & Spa feature yellow, terracotta or purple colour schemes with olive-wood furnishings.
Avenida Sargentos Provisionales,14, 35100 Playa del Ingles, Spain
Set in Playa del Ingles and with Playa del Cochino reachable within 700 metres, Silvi Villas by TAM Resorts offers a tour desk, allergy-free rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi throughout the property and a garden. Each accommodation at the 5-star resort has pool views
The units at the resort come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchen, a dining area and a private bathroom with a hairdryer, a shower and free toiletries. All guest rooms will provide guests with a desk and a kettle.
Avenida Tirajana 27, 35100 San Bartolome de Tirajana, Las Palmas, Spain
Located in Playa del Inglés, Sol Barbacan is only 2 km from the nearest beach. The complex features a swimming pool, 2 hot tubs, and free WiFi in all areas.
Sol Barbacan offers a buffet restaurant and an a la carte restaurant, as well as a pool bar and an evening lounge with a terrace.
Avenida Alféreces Provisionales 29, 35100 Playa del Ingles, Spain
Neptuno is an adults-only hotel, next to the Yumbo Shopping Centre,
Inglés. It offers an outdoor pool, spa and free shuttle bus to the , 900 m away.All air-conditioned rooms have free Wi-Fi, satellite TV and a furnished balcony. The private bathroom comes with a hairdryer.
Avenida de Tirajana 32, 35100 Playa del ingles, Las Palmas, Spain
Within 1.5 km of Maspalomas’s sand dunes, AxelBeach Maspalomas - Apartments and Lounge Club - Adults Only features an outdoor pool, gym and tennis court. This gay and hetero-friendly, adults-only complex also has a hammam, hot tub and sauna.
Opening onto terraces, the apartments at AxelBeach Maspalomas - Apartments and Lounge Club - Adults Only have attractive, contemporary décor. All include air conditioning, a safe, free WiFi and a
living area with a sofa and flat-screen satellite TV.Av. de Tirajana, 26, 35100 Maspalomas, Las Palmas, Spain
Each spacious apartment has a kitchen with a microwave, fridge and coffee-maker. All have a bathroom and living area with sofa bed. A flat-screen TV and safe are available to hire. Balconies overlooking the pool or gardens
Av. Estados Unidos, 46, 35100 San Bartolomé de Tirajana, Las Palmas, Spain
The apartment features 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, an equipped kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Free WiFi, an outdoor pool.
Av. Alfereces Provisionales, 21, 35100 San Bartolomé de Tirajana, Las Palmas, Spain
The apartment features 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Featuring an outdoor swimming pool,
Av. Alfereces Provisionales, 23, 35100 San Bartolomé de Tirajana, Las Palmas, Spain
This air-conditioned apartment is equipped with 1 bedroom, a satellite flat-screen TV, a dining area, and a kitchenette with a microwave and a fridge. An outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi
Avenida Estados Unidos 54, 35100 San Bartolomé de Tirajana, Canary Islands, Spain
NOXON a space with great electronic music in a minimalist decoration. Open every night, NOXON enriches Yumbo scene so you can share the hottest and most sexy nights with your friends in a relaxed and unique atmosphere in the only fetish club Maspalomas. You decide where how to enjoy the kinky club with the hottest and nastiest parties.
Av. Estados Unidos, 45, 35100 San Bartolomé de Tirajana, Las Palmas
A men-only bar. In this Cruising bar with an international atmosphere you will find people of all ages with whom to enjoy various cabins, glory holes, slings, an exclusive smoking area and more.
CC YUMBO35100 Playa del InglesGran Canaria
Welcome to the Zaza-Bar in the Yumbo Centrum. We offer you a cozy terrace and a bar that is unique in the Yumbo. The bar is furnished in the style of Hollywood stars and legends with great attention to detail. perfect for people watching
Open 6.30pm till 2.30am
Avenida de Alemania 35100 Maspalomas, Spain
A chilled atmosphere and great coffee this is the plave for breakfast and brunch during the day. At night there is entertaiment and the best Gin and tonic in town
OPEN 10am till 8pm
CC YUMBO35100 Playa del InglesGran Canaria
the best homemade cocktails, whether classics like Caipirinha, Piña Colada or Tequila Sunrise or exotic delicacies such as Mojito Passion or Paradiso, for everyone we have the right cocktail and than makes it yourselves comfortable in our wicker chairs on the Palm Terrace. The terrace offers comfortable seating for 80 people to relax. Terrace bar with entertainment at the weekends
Open 8pm till 2.30am
CC YUMBO35100 Playa del InglesGran Canaria
We are on the fourth floor of the CCYumbo Centrum in Playa del Inglés (Gran Canaria - Spain). We are one of the most popular gay bars in Yumbo, The best atmosphere with the best pop music
Open 11:00 p.m. to 03:30 a.m.
CC YUMBO35100 Playa del Ingles Gran Canaria
Drag show bar attracting a young crowd making for a fun night out
Open 10pm till 4am
Av. de Gran Canaria, 24, 35100 Maspalomas, Las Palmas
A gay cruising and fetish bar
Av. Estados Unidos, 54, Yumbo Centre 35100 Maspalomas, Spain
Ricky's Cabaret Bar providing the best in entertainment in the Yumbo centre since 2002. We have different shows every night of the week!
Av. Estados Unidos, 54, Centro Comercial Yumbo local 25111, 35100 Maspalomas
Men only gay bar with fetish nights
Yumbo Centre, Av. Estados Unidos, 54, Centro comercial, 35100 Maspalomas
It is a fantastic place to visit. They run Daily drag queeen shows and the straff is really super nice. Food and drinks are top notch, but still affordable.
Av. Estados Unidos, 54, 35100 Maspalomas, Las Palmas
In 1994 the CRUISE BAR opened its doors to the public, becoming the first BEAR & LEATHER venue in the Canary Islands
Av. de Francia, 35100 Maspalomas, Las Palmas
Men only gay The Cruising Bar and sex club
Av. de Tirajana, 17, 35100 San Bartolomé de Tirajana, Las Palmas
A men only fetish bar offering events like naked, underwear nights
CC YUMBO35100 Playa del Ingles Gran Canaria
Fun gay terrace bar offering cold cocktails and beer
CC YUMBO35100 Playa del Ingles Gran Canaria
German style bar with music to match can make for a fun night out
Open 9.30pm till 3.30am
Barbados II, Av. de Tirajana, 17, 35100 San Bartolomé de Tirajana, Las Palmas
Reds club is one of the largest cleanest and kinkiest bars in the Canary Islands. A place where you can fulfill all of your sexual fantasies.
P.º del Faro, 36, 35100 Las Palmas
Casual, gay bar built on the beach featuring beer and cocktails, pub grub & views of the sea
Av. 8 de Marzo, 31, 35100 San Bartolomé de Tirajana, Las Palmas
The Factory the largest cruising bar in Gran Canaria, created by Bruce & Kris from The Hole award winning best fetish bar in Maspalomas
CC YUMBO35100 Playa del Ingles Gran Canaria
Open 7.30pm till 2.am
CC YUMBO35100 Playa del Ingles Gran Canaria
Parrots bar started the six pack zone and has become one of the most popular bars in the Yumbo offering cocktails, Music vidéo, Drag, Gogo dancers
Open 4pm till 2.30am
CC YUMBO35100 Playa del Ingles Gran Canaria
Mykonos is the largest, oldest and possibly the most popular gay bar in the CCYumbo Centrum . With disco pop music, video projections on screens, a dance area and a cruising area with a dark room and booths (only for men over 18 years of age). In Mykonos you will always receive a friendly and professional treatment. We are on the fourth floor, between the Tubos bar and the Mantrix nightclub,
Open 11:pm to 03:30am
CC YUMBO35100 Playa del Ingles Gran Canaria
Cozy, gay bar open since 1996, playing German & Dutch music in warm surrounds.
CC YUMBO35100 Playa del Ingles Gran Canaria
A smart little bar Lounge Bar with a Belgian & French touch with a look of the 60s and a large terrace
Open 6.30pm till 1am
CC YUMBO35100 Playa del InglesGran Canaria
CC YUMBO35100 Playa del Ingles Gran Canaria
Good place to sit with a drink and people watch, the bar offers a large terrace and a friendly atmosphere
CC YUMBO35100 Playa del Ingles Gran Canaria
Nice bar with big terrace serving breakfast and light snacks during the day and a busy bar in the evening
Open 10am till 2am
CC YUMBO35100 Playa del InglesGran Canaria
Hot waiters in beach wear and cool drinks who could ask for more? And all at half price during happy hour (the drinks that is)
Open from 8pm till 4am
CC YUMBO35100 Playa del Ingles Gran Canaria
9 Consecutive years with the Certificate of Excellence with 5 stars! Your International Bar with a Chic French Touch offering the Best Cocktails! French Wines and Champagne by the Glass! credit cards are welcome.
Open daily from 10pm till 2.30am
CC YUMBO35100 Playa del Ingles Gran Canaria
This cruise bar has been around now for over 18 years and is still going strong
INSIDE BAR and DARKROOM’s Minimum order one drink
Open from 10pm till 4am
CC YUMBO35100 Playa del Ingles Gran Canaria
There is always a surprise in this late night bar can be lots of fun
Open daily from 10pm till 4am
CC YUMBO35100 Playa del Ingles Gran Canaria
A fun bar offering Drag shows and more, this is a late night bar
CC YUMBO35100 Playa del Ingles Gran Canaria
This busy little bar offers sing-alongs and shows, makes for a fun night out
Open daily from 8pm till 3am
CC YUMBO35100 Playa del Ingles Gran Canaria
Popular bar for bears and there admirers The music is the perfect mix for everyone. Over the years a lot of the regular guests have made little presents to Paul for his bar: Teddy bears in every form and style from all around the world.
Open daily from 8pm till 3am
Av. Estados Unidos, 54, 35100 Maspalomas, Las Palmas
A gay bar and nightclub with DJs and a darkroom
CC YUMBO35100 Playa del Ingles Gran Canaria
Danish style bar In the Yumbo center, popular with a slightly older crowd
Your hosts, Jack and Erik, welcome you and will give you the best service and take care of you, so your holliday will be exactly like you want it to be.We make (of course) all kind off drinks. And our large cocktalis are from only € 5.- each.
Open from 8pm till 2.30am
CC YUMBO35100 Playa del Ingles Gran Canaria
A fun little English cocktail bar In the Yumbo center with a nice terrace
Celebrating our 25th year in Yumbo, try our famous freshly prepared cocktails and the infamously strong XXL spirits. Experience why Diamonds are forever!
Open from 11am till 2.30am
CC YUMBO35100 Playa del Ingles Gran Canaria
This bar In the Yumbo center is always fun and friendly with a nice terrace, one of the six pack bars
Open 7.30pm till 3am
CC YUMBO 35100 Playa del Ingles Gran CanariaAv. de Tirajana 24
Popular German styles bar in the Yumbo center with a nice terrace this is one of the bars that make up the six pack zone
Open from 6.30pm till 2.30am
Winter Pride Maspalomas 2016 Aftermovie
Maspalomas, located on the southern coast of Gran Canaria in Spain’s Canary Islands, has gained a reputation as a popular LGBTQ+ travel destination, often referred to as the “gay capital” of the Canary Islands. The area is known for its LGBTQ+ friendly atmosphere, vibrant nightlife, and welcoming environment.
This is the main beach area of Maspalomas where LGBTQ+ travelers meet up to sunbathe, and socialize.
This is a more upscale area known for its luxury resorts, high-end shopping, and beautiful promenade.