Gay Carnival Guide to Europe – listing the best gay carnival parties, parades and more across the continent – From Cologne to Sitges.

Maspalomas Carnival

Maspalomas Carnival

Maspalomas Carnival is one of Gran Canaria’s most colourful events with parades, drag queens and sequins, as far as the eye can see!

ZüriCarneval, Zurich Carnival

Zurich Carnival

Carnival in Zurich is a serious affair, with lots of marching bands, parades and three days of partying, drinking and fun! Many of the city’s famous gay bars host special events and parties during the celebration.

Lou Queernaval, Nice Gay Carnival & Circuit Parties

Lou Queernaval Nice Gay Carnival & Circuit Parties

Lou Queernaval is the first gay Carnival in France and takes place on the Friday during the second week of Nice Carnival, one of the world’s most significant carnival events.

Carnaval Des Couleurs Montreal

Carnaval Des Couleurs Montreal

The Carnaval Des Couleurs Montreal is a gathering and celebration of multicultural and LGBTQ + communities

Curaçao Carnival

Curaçao Carnival

The Curaçao Carnival is a unique celebration that takes over the entire Island with amazing competitions such as the Tumba music and Calypso festivals, beauty pageants, street parties

St.Louis Mardi Gras

St Louis Mardi Gras

St.Louis Mardi Gras (Soulard Mardi Gras) is the second largest Mardi Gras festival in the United States

Malta Carnival

Malta Carnival

Carnival in Malta is an epic event, held across the island with the main parade taking pride of place in Valetta. Pack your costumes and get ready to party