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Lisbon Bear Pride 2027

Lisbon Bear Pride brings bears, cubs, chasers and friends from across Europe to Lisbon for seven days of pool parties, bear socials, cruising, club nights and special events.

  • Event Dates

    From: Monday, May 24, 2027
    To: Sunday, May 30, 2027

  • Key Highlights

    • Seven Days of Events
    • Big Pool Party
    • Mr Lisbon Bear Pride
    • Leather & Fetish Party
    • Bear Cruising Party
    • Late-Night Bear Parties

Lisbon Bear Pride 2027

Lisbon Bear Pride returns for a week of pool parties, socials, cruising and late-night events, split between Lisbon and the gay resort Villa 3 Caparica.

  • Next Edition – Monday 24th May to Sunday 30th May 2027.
  • The event welcomes bears, cubs, chasers, admirers and friends from Portugal and across Europe.
  • Daytime events take place at Villa 3 Caparica, the gay resort near Costa da Caparica.
  • Evening events return to TR3S Lisboa, one of Lisbon’s best-known bear bars in Príncipe Real.
  • Late-night events take place at Finalmente Club, with a special Bear Cruising Party at XXL Lisbon Club.
  • Saturday is the biggest day of the weekend, with the Big Pool Party, Mr Lisbon Bear Pride election, Leather & Fetish Party and Bears Night Fever.
  • Visiting for Lisbon Bear Pride? Stay in the Principe Real district, home to the best gay bars in the city. Stay at the charming Alegria Boutique Hotel, with spacious rooms and a great location.

Lisbon Bear Pride 2027 Program

The official programme runs from Monday afternoon through to the early hours of Monday morning.

Date & Time Event Venue & Details
Monday 24th May
1 pm
Welcome & Registration Villa 3 Caparica
Monday 24th May
10 pm
Welcome Party TR3S Lisboa
Tuesday 25th May
1 pm
Relax by the Pool Villa 3 Caparica
Tuesday 25th May
4 pm
Feed the Bears Villa 3 Caparica
Free snacks
Tuesday 25th May
10 pm
Roll a Shot Party TR3S Lisboa
Wednesday 26th May
2 am
Sleepless Bears Finalmente Club
Wednesday 26th May
1 pm
Steam & Sauna Party Villa 3 Caparica
Wednesday 26th May
10 pm
Roll a Prize Party TR3S Lisboa
Wednesday 26th May
11 pm
Café Concert Finalmente Club
Thursday 27th May
1 pm
Bearbecue Pool Party Villa 3 Caparica
Barbecue served at 6 pm
Thursday 27th May
10 pm
Shy Bears TR3S Lisboa
Thursday 27th May
10 pm
Bear Cruising Party XXL Lisbon Club
Friday 28th May
2 am
Sleepless Bears Finalmente Club
Friday 28th May
1 pm
Massage & Pool Party Villa 3 Caparica
Friday 28th May
10 pm
80s Disco Party TR3S Lisboa
Saturday 29th May
3 am
Sleepless Bears Finalmente Club
Saturday 29th May
1 pm
Big Pool Party Villa 3 Caparica
DJs Le_Cub & FunkyBearMartin
Saturday 29th May
5 pm
Guest Performance Villa 3 Caparica
Lucy Fromell
Saturday 29th May
6 pm
Mr Lisbon Bear Pride Election Villa 3 Caparica
Saturday 29th May
10 pm
Leather & Fetish Party TR3S Lisboa
Featuring Gear Club Portugal
Sunday 30th May
3 am
Bears Night Fever Finalmente Club
Sunday 30th May
1 pm
Sunday Pool Party Villa 3 Caparica
DJ FunkyBearMartin
Sunday 30th May
5 pm
RUPOOL Party Villa 3 Caparica
Sunday 30th May
10 pm
Farewell Bears TR3S Lisboa
Monday 31st May
2 am
Last Standing Bears Finalmente Club

The organisers note that the programme is subject to change.

Big Pool Party

  • Saturday 29th May 2027 from 1 pm.
  • The Big Pool Party is one of the main events of Lisbon Bear Pride and takes over Villa 3 Caparica.
  • DJs Le_Cub and FunkyBearMartin play throughout the afternoon.
  • Guest artist Lucy Fromell performs from 5 pm.
  • The Mr Lisbon Bear Pride election follows at 6 pm.
  • Bring your own towel.
  • Stay right at the heart of the daytime events at Villa 3 Caparica.

Mr Lisbon Bear Pride 2027

  • Saturday 29th May 2027 at 6 pm.
  • The election takes place during the Big Pool Party at Villa 3 Caparica.
  • The winner represents Lisbon Bear Pride at bear and LGBTQ+ events during the following year.
  • The election is presented by Lucy Fromell.
  • Further contestant information will be released closer to the event.

Leather & Fetish Party

  • Saturday 29th May 2027 from 10 pm.
  • The Saturday-night Leather & Fetish Party takes over TR3S Lisboa.
  • The event features Gear Club Portugal.
  • Leather, rubber, neoprene, sportswear, boots and uniforms are encouraged.
  • The night continues from 3 am with Bears Night Fever at Finalmente Club.

Bear Cruising Party

  • Thursday 27th May 2027 from 10 pm.
  • The Bear Cruising Party takes place at XXL Lisbon Club.
  • XXL is a gay cruising club in Lisbon with a dancefloor, bar and dedicated cruising areas.
  • Sleepless Bears continues from 2 am at Finalmente Club.

Bearbecue Pool Party

  • Thursday 27th May 2027 from 1 pm.
  • Spend the afternoon poolside at Villa 3 Caparica.
  • The barbecue is served from 6 pm.
  • The evening continues in Lisbon with Shy Bears at TR3S and the Bear Cruising Party at XXL.

Sunday Pool Party

  • Sunday 30th May 2027 from 1 pm.
  • DJ FunkyBearMartin returns for the final pool day at Villa 3 Caparica.
  • RUPOOL Party follows from 5 pm.
  • Head back into Lisbon for Farewell Bears at TR3S from 10 pm.
  • The final event is Last Standing Bears at Finalmente Club from 2 am.

The Venues

  • TR3S Lisboa – Lisbon’s popular bear bar and one of the main hubs of Lisbon Bear Pride. Located in Príncipe Real, it hosts the Welcome Party, Roll a Shot, Roll a Prize, Shy Bears, 80s Disco, Leather & Fetish Party and Farewell Bears.
  • Finalmente Club – Long-running Lisbon gay club famous for its late-night shows. Hosts Café Concert, Sleepless Bears, Bears Night Fever and Last Standing Bears.
  • Villa 3 Caparica – Gay resort near Costa da Caparica and the daytime home of Lisbon Bear Pride, hosting the pool, sauna, barbecue and Mr Lisbon Bear Pride events.
  • XXL Lisbon Club – Gay cruising club hosting the Thursday-night Bear Cruising Party.

Where to stay in Lisbon

  • Lisbon’s gay scene centers around the Bairro Alto and Principe Real neighborhoods, which are known for their trendy bars, clubs, and cafes.
  • Bairro Alto – Situated just west of the central Baixa district, it is perched on one of the city’s many hills, offering fantastic views of Lisbon’s picturesque surroundings. Bairro Alto is known for its narrow cobblestone streets, colorful buildings, and vibrant atmosphere.
  • Principe Real is located just north of the Bairro Alto district and is within walking distance from the central Baixa area.
  • The neighbourhood is characterized by its elegant 19th-century architecture, featuring grand townhouses and palaces that have been repurposed into stylish shops and trendy bars. The area has a bohemian and artistic ambiance, attracting a mix of creative professionals, expatriates, and discerning travelers. It is also home to some of the most popular bear-friendly bars.

Where to stay in Lisbon?

The following Lisbon hotels are all close to the gay bars and the city’s attractions

Lisboa Carmo Hotel,    SANA Lisboa Hotel,    HF Fenix Garden,    The Late Birds Lisbon

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

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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.

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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.

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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Recommended Hotels in Lisbon By Booking

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EPIC SANA Marquês
5 Star, Readers Choice

EPIC SANA Marquês Hotel
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  • 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

Lisboa Carmo Hotel
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  • 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

The Late Birds Lisbon
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  • 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

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  • 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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