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Scandal Party Lisbon 2027
Scandal produces some of Lisbon’s hottest gay events during the season’s biggest celebrations and large public holidays.
Scandal Party Lisbon 2027
Scandal produces some of Lisbon’s hottest gay events during the season’s biggest celebrations and large public holidays.
- Stay close to the city’s top attractions at the “Fabulous” rated Hotel Lisboa Plaza, located just steps from Avenida da Liberdade. We love their delicious breakfasts, central location and charming staff.
The Event
- Next Edition: Awaiting dates, theme and lineup – Next Edition – Carnival.
- Join the sexiest people in Lisbon this season as Scandal comes to town with an epic lineup of events.
- From Carnival to Summer high season, enjoy world-class parties with international guest DJs and world-class production.
- The party takes over some of Lisbon’s best locations and unique beach clubs (during the Summer season).
- Get ready to dance with the hottest guys and bump and grind with the horniest dancers in the city.
- Upgrade your Lisbon escape with the “Superb” rated Barrio Alto Hotel. We love its central location, fantastic attention to detail, stylish and spacious rooms and incredible service. Don’t miss the chance to take rooftop cocktails and soak in the stunning city views.
Venues
- Barrio Latino – Nightclub in Lisbon’s Santos district with three rooms offering different vibes.
- Located about 15-minutes taxi ride from Lisbon’s gay scene.
- Armazém 18 – Spacious performance venue with a huge dancefloor, stage area and bar with a capacity for up to 800 guests.
- The club is a 20-minute taxi ride from the gay district of Principe Real.
Before the Party
- Start in Príncipe Real and Bairro Alto for drinks before heading to Scandal. The party changes venues between editions, so check your ticket before arranging transport.
- Bar 106 – Rua de São Marçal 106. A small, long-running gay bar with a mixed-age crowd and an easy social atmosphere. A good first stop for meeting friends before the club. Opens at 7.30 pm Tuesday to Sunday.
- Shelter Bar – A relaxed bear bar serving craft beers, gin and wine, with weekend DJs. Opens from 6 pm, making it useful for an earlier drink. Its official website currently lists Rua do Diário de Notícias 6, rather than the older Rua da Palmeira address.
Where to Stay
Stay around Príncipe Real, Bairro Alto or Chiado for the gay bars, restaurants and daytime sightseeing. For Scandal’s beach editions, arrange transport separately rather than choosing a city hotel for proximity to the party.
- The Lumiares Hotel & Spa – Luxury apartment-style accommodation at the upper end of Bairro Alto. The extra living space, spa and rooftop restaurant make it particularly appealing for a longer weekend.
- The Late Birds Lisbon – Gay men’s guesthouse with a garden, outdoor pool and lounge bar. The most sociable option here, with somewhere to unwind between nights out.
- Lisboa Carmo Hotel – Stay beside Largo do Carmo for Chiado’s restaurants and easy access to Bairro Alto. Request an upper-floor room for views across the old town.
- Casa do Jasmim by Shiadu – Smaller guesthouse near Príncipe Real, convenient for the neighbourhood’s gay bars. Welcoming staff and breakfast are recurring guest highlights. There is no lift, so expect stairs.
The Beach Party (August 2027)
- One of the most popular and gay-friendly beach bars along the Caparica Coast, Waikiki sits in the middle of Mermaid Beach (Praia 19), known for its relaxed vibe, sun-kissed bodies, and rainbow-flag pride.
- Expect DJ sets on weekends, strong cocktails, and a cruisy backdrop of dunes and sea.
- The bar features open-air seating, shaded daybeds, and casual service with a mix of beach snacks and cold drinks. It’s busiest from late morning through sunset during summer months.
- There’s a mixed crowd here—locals, Lisbon day-trippers, and international visitors—many of whom head directly to the gay nude section nearby or linger for the afternoon party sets.
- Discover the top gay places to party, stay and play with our Lisbon Gay Guide.
Getting there from Lisbon:
- Take the Fertagus train from Lisbon (Roma-Areeiro, Entrecampos or Sete Rios) to Pragal station, then transfer to the bus 3011 toward Costa da Caparica and get off at Praia da Bela Vista or Praia 19 (20–30 minutes by bus).
- A taxi or Uber from central Lisbon takes around 25–35 minutes, depending on traffic, and drops you directly at Waikiki’s car park.
- In summer, expect traffic delays on weekends—go early or stay late
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Gay Map of Lisbon
The gay bars are a little spread out but taxis are cheap, we have chosen Hotels close to the gay bars that have high reviews on booking.com our hotel partner .
EPIC SANA Marquês Hotel, 8, Avenida Fontes Pereira de Melo, Coração de Jesus, Santo António, Lisbon, 1069-310, Portugal
This 5-star property offers spacious and elegantly designed suites and rooms that have private bathrooms with a bathtub and shower. Suites include a living room with a workstation. Facilities include LCD TV with cable channels, minibar, and luxury and well-being amenities.
Travessa André Valente 21a, 1200-024 Lisbon, Lisboa, Portugal
Located in Bairro Alto, in the heart of Lisbon Historical center, The Late Birds Lisbon - Gay Men's Guesthouse offers an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, a sun deck and a lounge bar.
Each air-conditioned room at The Late Birds Lisbon includes a computer, a cable channel TV, free WiFi access and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries.
Rua Da Oliveira Ao Carmo 1-3, 1200-122 Lisbon, Lisboa, Portugal
Located in the heart of the city, Lisboa Carmo Hotel features luxury rooms with classic and contemporary décor. The upper floors of the hotel offer views of the Tagus River and Lisbon's old town. The popular Bairro Alto district is a 3 minutes' walk away.
The stylish rooms have pastel coloured walls. Each is equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen cable TV, minibar and a private bathroom with free toiletries. Some rooms have Saint Jorge Castle, city and Tagus River views. An in-room breakfast is available.
HF Fénix Garden, São Mamede, Santo António, Lisbon, 1050-010, Portugal
The stylish Hotel Fenix Garden is situated on the Marquês de Pombal Square in the centre of Lisbon. Eduardo VII Park and Marques Pombal Metro Station are just steps away, while the high-end shops and boutiques of Avenida da Liberdade are at a short walk. The HF Fénix Garden offers bright accommodation with wooden floors. Each air-conditioned room offers free WiFi, a work desk, cable TV and a private bathroom with a hairdryer.
R. do Diário de Notícias 127, 1200-011 Lisboa, Portugal
All units have a cable flat-screen TV. Some units include a dining area and or balcony. There is also a kitchen, fitted with an oven & microwave. as well as a coffee machine. A private bathroom with a bath or shower & free toiletries.
R. do Diário de Notícias 36, 1200-284 Lisboa, Portugal
The apartment features 3 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Free WiFi, air conditioning
R. das Gáveas 76, 1200-365 Lisboa, Portugal
Each apartment comes with a balcony, a dining area & private bathrooms with shower & free toiletries. The apartments include a double bedroom & the superior apartments have a double sofa-bed in the living room.
R. da Misericórdia 67, 1200-365 Lisboa, Portugal
These modern and spacious apartments are located in a renovated 18th-century building in Lisbon’s Chiado district. All apartments feature a spacious kitchen with a dishwasher and washing machine. Most have a private balcony.
Rua de São Marçal 106, Lisbon 1200-422
● Friendly gay music bar in the Príncipe Real quarter
● Weekend DJs
● Mixed ages
Daily 19:30 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday till 03:00
Rua da Rosa 157/159, Lisbon 1200-383
● LGBT+ friendly
● Located in the quieter part of Bairro Alto
Wednesday, Thursday 20:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday 20:00 – 03:00;
Sunday 18:00 – 02:00
Rua da Barroca 41, Lisbon 1200-106
● Popular spot at the "esquina" in Bairro Alto
● Mixed clientele
Tuesday-Thursday 20:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday 20:00 – 03:00
Travessa da Água da Flor 17, Lisbon 1200-339
● LGBT-friendly bar
● Offers music, books, drinks and a friendly atmosphere
Daily 18:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday till 03:00
Rua da Barroca 6-12, Lisbon 1200-862
● LGBT-friendly music bar in a former bakery
● Located in Bairro Alto
Thursday 22:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday 22:00 – 03:00
Rua das Salgadeiras 28, Lisbon 1200
● LGBTQ-friendly music lounge bar
● Small dancefloor
Wednesday, Thursday 22:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday 22:00 – 03:00
Rua da Palmeira 43 A, Lisbon 1200-312
● Bears-friendly music lounge bar
● Located in Príncipe Real quarter
Monday-Thursday 18:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday 18:00 – 03:00; Sunday 18:00 – 02:00
Rua da Barroca 33, Lisbon 1200-047
● Small gay cocktail bar at the "esquina" in Bairro Alto
● Street crowded with people at night, especially on weekends
Daily 18:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday till 03:00
Rua Ruben António Leitão 2A, Lisbon 1200-392
● Big gay bar for bears, chubbies, mature guys and friends
● Hosts annual Lisbon Bear Pride and co-runs Villa 3 Caparica resort
Daily 18:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday till 03:00
Rua da Imprensa Nacional 104 B, Lisbon 1250-127
● Gay club with exciting shows and a lot of Pop music.
● On Friday and Saturday nights, enjoy a second dancefloor with House, Techno, and Commercial remixes starting around 03:00.
● Friendly staff and a young crowd on Fridays.
● Admission: 12-15 €, includes 1-2 drinks.
Thursday-Saturday 24:00 – 05:00/06:00
Rua Cecilio de Sousa 84, Lisbon 1200-102
● Situated in the vibrant Príncipe Real quarter.
● Features House, Techno, Commercial remixes, and Pop music.
● Reopened in November 2022.
● Admission: 15 €.
Friday, Saturday & Sunday 24:00 – 06:00
Rua Nogueira e Sousa 11, Lisbon 1150-237
● Small, straightforward gay cruise bar
● Features (un)dress codes, lockers, two cabins, and a sling
● Slightly off the beaten path
● Admission: 10 €, includes 6 € for drinks
Sunday to Thursday from 3pm to 2am
Friday and Saturday from 3pm to 3am
Rua da Palmeira 38, Lisbon 1200-313
● A beloved gay bar known for its drag shows, DJs, and dancefloor.
● A staple in Lisbon's nightlife for over 45 years.
Daily till 05:00/06:00
Rua de São Bento 157, Lisbon 1200-817
● LGBT-friendly club spinning Pop, R'n'B, and Funk tunes.
● Attracts a mix of young and middle-aged clientele.
● Admission: 10-15 €, includes 1-2 drinks.
Thursday 23:30 – 05:00; Friday, Saturday 24:00 – 06:00
Miguel Pais 39 1200-172 Lisboa Portugal
● gay cruising club + men's fetish & sex shop ● Bar with drinks & snacks. Play area with cruising zone, sling, cabins, glory holes, dark room. Lockers, condoms, lube, douche.
Mon – Thurs: 17h-02h Fri & Sat: 17h-03h Sun: 17h-02h
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EPIC SANA Marquês
5 Star, Readers Choice
- 5-star, heated infinity pool.
- A short walk to the gay bars.
- Bathtub, shower, workstation.
- Luxurious stay with panoramic pool views, perfect for business and leisure travelers.
Lisboa Carmo Hotel
4 Star, Homely
- 4-star, city heart, Tagus River views.
- Close to the gay district.
- Air conditioning, flat-screen TV.
- Elegant comfort in a prime location, ideal for exploring Lisbon’s rich culture.
The Late Birds Lisbon
4 Star, Gay Resort
- 4-star, gay resort, Bairro Alto.
- In the heart of the gay district.
- Computer, cable TV.
- Exclusive, gay-friendly retreat with outdoor pool, perfect for socializing and relaxation.
HF Fenix Garden
3 Star, Great Value
- 3-star, Marquês de Pombal Square.
- A short walk to the gay bars.
- Air-conditioned, free WiFi, cable TV.
- Affordable chic in central Lisbon, steps from major attractions and shopping avenues.
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Top Gay Neighbourhoods in Lisbon
Lisbon is generally considered to be an open and LGBTQ+ friendly city. The LGBTQ+ community in Lisbon has a visible presence, and there are several neighborhoods, events, and venues that cater to and celebrate the community.
Principe Real | In the heart of gay Lisbon
Photo: Principe Real is home to some of Lisbon’s most popular gay bars
- Príncipe Real is often considered one of the most LGBTQ+-friendly neighborhoods in Lisbon.
- It has a reputation for being inclusive and welcoming to the LGBTQ+ community.
- Many LGBTQ+-oriented businesses, including bars, cafes, and shops, can be found here.
- Discover the best things to see and do in Principe Real
Bairro Alto
Bairro Alto is a popular nightlife district with a variety of bars and clubs, it’s known for its vibrant atmosphere.
Alfama
Alfama is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Lisbon, famous for its narrow alleys & historic buildings.
Baixa
Baixa is the historic downtown area of Lisbon, noted for its grand plazas, elegant squares, and wide boulevards.
Avenida da Liberdade
One of the most prestigious & famous avenues in Lisbon, home to upscale shops & luxury hotels.
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