Event Dates
From: Monday, June 1, 2026
To: Sunday, June 7, 2026
Combining a relaxed island vibe with one of the most beautiful parts of the world as a backdrop, Phuket Pride is unique.
Celebrate Pride on the Island of Phuket, one of the most stunning islands in the world. Pride events have returned to the Island in recent years with several different events, parties and parades held at various locations across Patong Beach.
- For gay travelers who want nightlife within a few short blocks no quality hotel location is better than Le Meridian. You’ll love both the hotel and the breakfast here! The hotel is set in tropical landscapes. Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort is just 5 km from lively Patong Beach.
The Event
- Next Edition: Monday 1st June 2026 – Sunday 7th June, 2026.
- The Phuket Gay Pride festival has been held every year in one form or another since 1999.
- Most of the festival action takes place in Patong beach, which has a thriving gay-oriented entertainment industry, and the local municipality is supportive of the event.
- Events include drag shows, boat parties and a parade. Note, there is no single organizer, with different venues hosting pride events at different times.
- The party kicks off in the Old Town of Phuket (Talat Yai) from 5 p.m. to midnight.
- Those looking for a gay nightlife scene in Phuket will find it year round here, mainly in the Soi Paradise area of Patong.
- Stay at La Flora Resort 5 Star, located directly behind the gay section of Patong Beach and is just a 5-minute walk to the gay bars & clubs in Paradise Complex. La Flora is surprisingly peaceful, with two private swimming pools, a gym and spa.
The Schedule
- Next Edition: Awaiting dates – Typically the Saturday of the Pride celebrations.
- The Main Parade – The grand parade starts at 5pm in the Old Town with a concerts following from 8pm.
- A grand PRIDE parade featuring many local businesses and organisations plus an over large rainbow flag will weave its way thru the old town of Phuket.
- The parade route starts at “Dragon Square” at Queen Sirikit Park to the Chartered Bank intersection in the hart of Phuket Old Town.
- Route covers Old Town landmarks like Peranakan Museum, Rainbow Building, and Suriyadet Circle Fountain
- A live concert performed by some well know Thai artists & celebrities is held on the stage in front of Government Savings Bank on Phang Nga Rd.
The Pride Mascot
- Each year, Phuket unveils a massive Instagrammable, large rainbow mascot in early June at Chartered Bank intersection.
- The mascot is several feet high and coincides with the general theme of the pride each year.
The Pride Pool Party
- Awaiting dates – From 6 pm to 10 pm – SIS Pattaya hosts a special nighttime pool party.
- Enjoy poolside pride with music by guest DJ Maddox and experience spectacular ocean views of Kata Beach.
- The SIS Pattaya is a stunning, adults-only hotel with epic rooftop pool and is a certified Travel Proud hotel.
Patong City Pride 2026
- Early June 2026 (typically the first week) – Patong City hosts a lineup of major festivities during the first week in June.
- Higlights include the Beach Volleyball tournament, Pride Talk (4 June) and Miss Queen Andaman Power.
- Events end with a special Patong Pride Parade on Sunday from 5 pm marching from Prachanukhro Road along the beachfront, featuring flash performances, stunning costumes and prizes.
Where to stay in Phuket?
- Phuket accommodations define luxury. At the height of tourist season you’ll pay dearly for the best hotels. Shrewd planners (shoulder season, mid-week stays during a longer trip to Thailand) are rewarded with lower prices.
- Combine a few day’s stay close to the gay scene in Patong with a stay on one of the island’s many luxury resorts for an experience to remember!
The following hotels are close to the gay bars with excellent review scores and offer a warm gay-friendly welcome:
Lub d Phuket, R-Mar Resort, Orchid Resortel, Phusita House 3
Hotels in Patong Beach tend to book out fast! Book now and Pay on arrival.
Our Editors stay at the Westin Siray Bay during the Pride festivities.
For more information and advice on
Phuket gay pride, check out Facebook
Most of the gay bars are in the Paradise Complex, so we have chosen Hotels close to all the gay bars in this area that have high reviews on booking.com our hotel partner .
Address: 284 Phrabaramee Rd, Patong, Kathu, Phuket 83150
Address: 45/1 Raj-U-Thid 200 Pee Rd, Patong, Kathu, Phuket 83150
Address: 40 Thaveewong Rd, Patong Beach, Phuket 83150
Address: 33 Soi Rat-U-Thid 200 Pee 1, Rat-U-Thid 200 Pee Rd, Patong
Address: 123/6 Patong Beach, Thanon Ratuthit Songroipi Rd, Kathu
Address: Paradise Complex, Patong, Phuket, Thailand 83150
Address: 123/12, Soi Rat Uthit 200 Pi 1, Pa Tong, Kathu District, Phuket
Address: Paradise Complex, Patong, Phuket 83150
Address: Paradise Complex, Patong, Phuket, Thailand 83150
Address: Royal Paradise Complex, Ratuthit Songroipi Rd, Pa Tong
Address: 125/8-9 Rat-U-Thit Rd, Paradise Complex, Patong
Address: 133/14 Rath-U-Thit Rd, Paradise Complex, Patong
Address: Paradise Complex, Patong, Phuket 83150
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