Event Dates
From: Sunday, May 31, 2026
To: Sunday, June 28, 2026
Bangkok Pride Month 2026
Bangkok, one of the world’s most gay-friendly and welcoming cities, celebrates Pride all month long with a series of parties and a spectacular parade.
Bangkok Pride Month 2026
Bangkok, one of the world’s most gay-friendly and welcoming cities, celebrates Pride all month long with a series of parties, events and the return of a colourful parade through the city’s streets.
- Visiting for Bangkok Pride? Stay close to all the gay bars and clubs in Silom. Enjoy a unique experience at the Bangkok Marriott with superb views and world-class amenities.
The Events
- Next Edition: Sunday May 31st to Sunday June 28th, 2026.
- In 2024, Bangkok Pride celebrated Marriage Equality and produced an epic series of events throughout the month of June, hosting not one, but two major parades. Expect an even bigger line up of events, circuit parties and more with add-on events taking place in Koh Samui and Phuket.
- Thailand’s capital hosts multiple cool, colourful and creative pride events throughout June, and everyone is welcome.
- Bangkok Pride March typically takes place in early June as part of a month-long series of events and celebrations.
- Discover the best places to dine, stay and play with our guide to Gay Bangkok.
Bangkok Pride Parade
- Sunday May 31st 2026 – The Bangkok Naruemit Pride takes place at at Sanam Luang.
- Awaiting full route details and theme for the 2026 events.
- The parade and after party runs from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
- Check out the top hotels close to the route on Silom Road
Parade After Party
- Following the ”Bangkok Naruemit Pride Parade,” several after parties are held across the city.
- Awaiting lineup for the 2026 editions.
Bangkok Love Parade
- Sunday 28th June, 2026 – Bangkok pride ends their celebration with a spectacular parade through the centre of the city.
- The parade covers 6 kilometres through the city’s streets, to mark the conclusion of Pride Month, leaving from the National Stadium in Pathum Wan district.
- Love Parade features some epic pride floats, elaborate costumes, drag queens in open-top vintage cars, care bears, furry bears and more.
- Route is as follows: Pathumwan → Siam → Prloen Chit → Asok → Sukhumvit → EM District, followed by a massive after party.
LGBTQI Film Festival
- Awaiting Dates – Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok is back with the their Pride-themed film festival.
- ”LGBTQI+ Film Festival” will showcase six classic LGBTQ+ films throughout the day.
- The event takes place on the 5th floor at the Grand Studio.
Pride Cruise Party Bangkok
- Awaiting Dates – Cruise the Chao Phraya River on a Bangkok Pride-themed cruise party.
- Entertainment acts include DJs, drag shows, a fire show, a fashion show, etc.
Pride Festival at the W Bangkok
- Awaiting Dates – The W Hotel Bangkok hosts a series of Pride events, from delicious drag brunch soirees to their Love Out Loud Party with a mini-concert, drag queen performances, rainbow-themed foods and the “Love out Loud” party.
W Bangkok Pride Drag Brunch
- Awaiting Dates – The W Bangkok hosts a special edition of ”W Does Brunch” at The Kitchen Table, W Bangkok.
- ”W DRAG BRUNCH”, a Pride-themed pop-up brunch featuring drag performances, an extensive buffet, booze, and good vibes.
Pride at the Marriott Marquis Queen’sQueen’s Park
- Awaiting Dates – A series of fabulous food & beverage promotions at three dining outlets: Siam Tea Room, Akira Back, and ABar Rooftop.
- Throughout June, specially-crafted colourful, creative culinary creations are served at the outlets.
The Venues
- Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok – Rated “Exceptional” by guests, the 5-star hotel is a bustling modern hotel with beautiful infinity pool, modern fitness centre and spacious rooms.
- The W Bangkok – Located on Silom, close to the gay bars, the W is a “Superb” rated hotel featuring the signature W Gay-friendly welcome, exceptional service and stylish rooms just steps from the city’s top attractions.
- Marriott Marquis Queen’sQueen’s Park – Spacious rooms and a top quality breakfast make this hotel one of our editor’s top recommendations. The Marriott Marquis is also perfectly located to explore the best of gay Bangkok.
- Mischa Cheap – An Indie bar on Khaosan Road by Dudesweet. The venue’s motto is “No scenes. No styles. No problems”, and its name is a humorous reference to the Thai word for criminal. Dudesweet is a no-holds-barred party organiser that has played a large part in shaping Bangkok’s indie scene and club culture over the past 17 years. The bar has massive outdoor seating & afternoon sunbathing space, perfect for a Pride after party.
Where to stay in Bangkok
Here are the hotels we recommend that have good reviews and keep you close to all the action,
W Bangkok Hotel, COMO Metropolitan, Banyan Tree, Bandara Suites.
Recommended Hotels
Where to stay close to all the gay bars.
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
Where we stay!
The Sofitel So, Our editors stay at the
official hotel, great location & gay friendly.
Official Website
For further information and advice on
Bangkok Pride Month Facebook
Gay Map of Bangkok
Silom Street 2 and 4 is the epicenter of gay nightlife in Bangkok. Here you will find the best bars and restaurants, the perfect place to begin your night on the town.
Address: 21/100 South Sathon Road, Sathorn, 10120 Bangkok, Thailand
- Skyline stay with big Bangkok views.
- Rooftop Vertigo & Moon Bar are the stars.
- Serene spa, tidy rooms, smooth service.
- Handy for Silom, river, and BTS links.
- Website
Address: 106 North Sathorn Road, Silom, Bangkok
- Playful, design hotel in Sathorn.
- Big beds, rain showers, city views.
- WET pool, 24/7 FIT gym, WOOBAR.
- Steps to BTS; lively day and night.
- Website
Address: 27 South Sathorn Road, Tungmahamek, Sathorn, 10120 Bangkok
- Minimalist city retreat on Sathorn.
- Large rooms, rain showers, quiet nights.
- 25 m lap pool and COMO Shambhala spa.
- Fresh breakfasts; swift, discreet team.
- Website
75/1 Saladaeng Road, Silom, Bangrak, Bang Rak, 10500 Bangkok, Thailand
Located in District, offers rooms and suites with a flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi. It features 2 dining options, 2 and a . Free WiFi is available throughout.
Each room and at the has a minibar, tea/coffee maker and electronic safe. Attached bathrooms include a shower and bathtub. Suites come with a kitchenette.
Address: 78, 80 Silom 4 Alley, Si Lom, Bungrak, Bangkok 10500, Thailand
- Terrace bar on Silom Soi 4.
- Thai plates, burgers, bar snacks.
- Fast pours, fair prices, lively nights.
- Great meet-up before the clubs.
- Open: Daily 5pm-12am
Address: 518/8 Phloen Chit Rd, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330
- Sky-high drag club by Chit Lom BTS.
- Runway shows, live vocals, punchy DJ sets.
- Polished production; lively, mixed crowd.
- Fast bar; late finish on weekends.
- Open: Daily 9pm-2am (closed Tuesday)
- Website
Address: 2nd Floor, 109/111 Soi Patpong, Silom Road, Bangkok
- Barber-by-day, cocktail bar by night.
- Small, lively room near Patpong/Silom.
- Pop and hip-hop, fun weekend buzz.
- Fast service and fair-priced drinks.
- Good link in a Silom bar hop.
- Open: Sun, Wed–Thu 9pm–1am; Fri–Sat 9pm–2am.
Address: 22 Si Lom, Suriya Wong, Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500, Thailand
- After-hours club off Silom Soi 2.
- Big-room house and pop remixes.
- Packed late; quick bar; firm door.
- Runs till sunrise on peak nights.
- Open: Friday to Sunday 1am–6am
Address: 60/1 Soi, 4 Ratchadaphisek Rd, 10310
- Big Thai gay club on Ratchada Soi 4.
- Live shows, dancers, pop/EDM remixes.
- Packed weekends; quick table service.
- Late close; MRT and taxis nearby.
- Open: Sunday to Thursday 9.30pm-4am Friday & Saturday 9pm-3.30
Address: 70 -72 Silom Soi 4 Fl.2 Suriyawong Bangrak, Bangkok
- Weekend drag bar-club on Soi 4.
- Shows at 10 pm; DJs after midnight.
- Fast table service; busy, young crowd.
- Upstairs at Silver Sand, central Silom.
- Open: Friday to Sunday 9pm-2am
Address: 2nd Floor, Silom Soi 4 Building, Bangkok
- Shower-show club on Silom Soi 4.
- Drag, dancers, DJs, water effects.
- Quick service; strong production.
- Lively weekends; late close.
- Open: Friday & Saturday 9pm-late
Address: 257 Charoen Nakhon Rd, Khwaeng Samre, Thon Buri, Bangkok
- Drag-led nightclub with runway shows.
- Live vocals, DJs, polished staging.
- Quick service; mixed, friendly crowd.
- Bayfront mall location at Avani+ Riverside.
- Open: Friday & Saturday 8pm-1am
- Website
Address: 114/14 Silom Soi 4, Bangkok
- Silom Soi 4’s drag-show hotspot.
- Pop anthems, tight numbers, packed room.
- Fast bar; tables go early.
- Mixed crowd, late buzz most nights.
- Open: Daily 5pm-1am, Showtime usually 9.30pm
Address: 82 Silom 4 Alley, Khwaeng Suriya Wong, Bang Rak, Bangkok
- Bear bar with karaoke on Soi 4.
- Sing-along early, DJs late.
- Quick pours; fun, friendly crowd.
- Great stop before the clubs.
- Open: Wed–Thu & Sun 8pm–1am, Fri–Sat 8pm–2am
Address: 90, 96 Si Lom Rd, Suriya Wong, Bang Rak, Bangkok
- Silom Soi 4 go-go and drag shows.
- Tight staging, quick table service.
- Mixed tourist crowd, busy weekends.
- Easy link to other Soi 4 bars.
- Open:Daily 8pm-2am (shows Start 10.30pm)
Address: 84-88 Silom 4 Alley, Suriya Wong, Bang Rak, Bangkok
- Terrace bar at the heart of Soi 4.
- Thai plates, easy cocktails, quick pours.
- Chatty early, busy by 10 pm.
- Karaoke upstairs; clubs steps away.
- Open: Daily 5.30pm-2am
- Website
Address: 114/17 Silom Road., Soi 4, Suriyawong, Bangrak, Bangkok
- Cabaret club on Silom Soi 4.
- Drag shows, dancers, pop/EDM later.
- Quick table service; busy weekends.
- Terrace outside; clubs all around.
- Open: Daily 6pm-2am
Address: 114, 15 Silom 4 Alley, Si Lom, Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500
- Terrace bar at the heart of Soi 4.
- Easy Thai plates and quick pours.
- Mellow early, livelier late.
- Great meet-up before the clubs.
- Open: 5pm-2am
Address: 11 Soi Si Lom 2/1, Si Lom, Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500
- Silom Soi 2’s flagship gay club.
- Shows late, then pop/house till close.
- Cover with drink tickets; quick bar.
- Packed after 11 pm; mixed, fun crowd.
- Open: Daily 10pm-2am Friday & Saturday 10pm-3am
Address: 15 Silom 4 Alley, Si Lom, Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500
- Cabaret club on Silom Soi 4.
- Drag shows, dancers, DJs later.
- Quick table service; busy weekends.
- Terrace out front; clubs all around.
- Open: Daily 5pm-1am
- Website
Address: 4th floor, 71 -73 Silom 4 Alley, Suriya Wong, Bang Rak, Bangkok
- New-school techno club on Silom Soi 4.
- Heavy sound, sharp lighting, tight floor.
- Guest takeovers; pro production all round.
- Late vibe; mixed, welcoming crowd.
- Open: Thursday to Sunday 10pm–late
Address: 37/3-17 Patpong 2 Alley, Surawong Rd, Suriya Wong, Bang Rak,
- Go-go/drag bar in the Silom scene.
- Short, punchy shows and pop breaks.
- Quick service; packed on weekends.
- Easy stop before or after clubs.
- Open: 8pm-2am
Recommended Hotels in Bangkok By Booking
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We have chosen hotels in Bangkok that keep you close to all the shops,restaurants & bars
COMO Metropolitan
5 Star, Luxury
- 5-Star, Michelin-Star Restaurant
- Close to the gay district
- Cable TV, yoga mat, bathtub
- In Bangkok’s Sathorn area, offers luxurious Thai-style rooms, spa, ideal for a sophisticated retreat
W Bangkok Hotel
5 Star, Readers Choice
- 5-Star, Outdoor Pool, Fitness Centre
- A short walk to the gay bars
- Flat-screen TV, iPod docking station
- Offers modern amenities, pool, fitness center, perfect for a trendy and comfortable stay in Bangkok
Banyan Tree Bangkok
5 Star, Great Value
- 5-Star, Rooftop Restaurant
- A short taxi ride to the gay bars
- Spacious, satellite TV, minibar
- Luxurious rooms with city or river views, rooftop dining, ideal for an exclusive Bangkok experience
Bandara Suites
4 Star, Location
- 4-Star, Silom District, Two Pools
- Close to the gay district
- Flat-screen TV, kitchenette, minibar
- Located in Silom, offers rooms and suites with pools, perfect for a comfortable and convenient stay
Video Guide to Gay Bangkok
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Top Gay Neighbourhoods in Bangkok
Bangkok has a well-established gay scene with a variety of LGBTQ+ bars, clubs, saunas, and entertainment venues. The city is known for its open and accepting attitude towards LGBTQ+ travelers and residents. You can find a range of venues catering to different tastes and preferences.
Silom Soi 2 | The Heart of the Gay Scene
Photo: Silom Soi 2 is home to some of Bangkok’s most popular gay bars
- Silom Soi 2 is considered one of the central locations for LGBTQ+ nightlife in Bangkok.
- The street features a mix of bars, pubs, and clubs, each with its own unique style and ambiance.
- Many of the establishments on Silom Soi 2 host special events, theme nights, and performances, from drag shows to themed parties.
- Discover the best things to see and do in Bangkok
Silom Soi 4
Also known as Soi Twilight, another popular gay area next to Silom Soi 2. Famous for its gay go-go bars
Ratchada Night Market
This night market has become popular as an LGBTQ+ hangout. It features trendy bars & clubs with a younger crowd.
Sukhumvit Soi 22
This area has a concentration of gay-friendly venues, including bars & clubs. A great spot to socialize & have drinks
Riverside
A picturesque area of the city that runs alongside the Chao Phraya River, it’s one of the most iconic & historic parts of Bangkok
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