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Barcelona Gay Pride is one of the highlights of the annual gay calendar in a city with golden gay beaches, a charming gay district & handsome hombres!
Gay Barcelona
Gay Pride Barcelona is a unique celebration, engulfing the entire city in a sea of rainbows. Barcelona is home to one of Europe’s largest and most diverse gay scenes complete with epic parties, an amazing gay beach , world class nightlife and a relaxed and friendly attitude.
- Are you visiting for Barcelona Pride? The gay neighbourhood of Eixample, or Gayxample, is full of charming gay restaurants, bars and hotels. You can also find some great apartment options dotted across the city.
Barcelona Gay Pride
- Thursday to Sunday – Awaiting dates – Barcelona Gay Pride, or Orgullo Gay Barcelona attracts thousands of people from across Spain and beyond for a weekend of fabulous events, music, workshops, pool parties, live shows, exhibitions, cultural activities and fun in the sun.
- The previous pride celebrations attracted more than a quarter of a million visitors.
- Events are spread out over several areas with different themes.
- The main Parade is held on Saturday evening from 6 pm.
- Check out our gay guide to the best of Barcelona, including where to dine, stay and play.
Pride Stages
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- Passeig Lluis Companys – Home to the Pride Festival main stage and three days of live acts and performances.
- Plaça Universitat – The Pride Village returns to Universitat for another year with activities and performances throughout the weekend.
- Plaça Catalunya – Home to the Pride Kids Zone and host to several cultural activities over the weekend.
- Stay at the “Travel Proud” certified Catalonia Born Hotel, rated “Excellent” by guests and just a short walk to the pride main stage shows. We love its cool rooftop pool, delicious breakfast options and bohemian location on the steps of the Born district.
Barcelona Pride Festival
- Friday to Sunday – Awaiting dates – Three days of shows featuring international stars, local acts, drag queens, dancers and celebrity guests.
- Venue to be confirmed – The concerts take place at Passeig Llus Companys, a promenade in the heart of the Ciutat Vella and Eixample districts. It is home to Barcelona’s Arc de Triomf and is the end point for the Pride Parade on Saturday.
- Check our our insider gay guide to Barcelona with tips on where to dine, stay and play!
Barcelona Gay Pride Parade
- Saturday – Awaiting dates – The march will start at 6 pm along the centre of Barcelona for just over 4 and a half kilometers.
- Route to be confirmed – Last year, the route began at Gran Via, and made its way through the heart of the city, reaching the Arc de Triomphe by roughly 8 pm, right by the gay village and pride stage.
- Book a stay on the parade route with a view at the “Excellent” rated Catalonia Gran Via BCN, a “Travel Proud” certified hotel with great location, outdoor pool and friendly staff. Treat yourself to a suite with your own private pool.
Barcelona Pride Village
- Friday – Sunday – Awaiting dates – The Pride Village is located at Plaça Universitat, occupying no less than 5,000 square meters!
- The venue is the epicentre of the pride celebrations, open air and complete with a gay village, stage and shows.
- The Plaça de la Universitat is one of Barcelona’s central squares, at the border between the districts of Eixample and Ciutat Vella. It is located at the intersection of Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, Carrer d’Aribau and Ronda de Sant Antoni.
- Stage Acts – Acts performing on the Placa Universitat stage include La Prohibida y Algora, Joanna Crass and Marjua Limon.
- Check out the hotels closest to the gay village.
Bananas Gay Party
- Friday –Bananas, one of the most popular Friday night events hosts a special Pride Edition at Safari from 11.30 pm until 6 am. Expect lots of furry, friendly guys, a mix of music and a fun atmosphere. Our editor’s top choice.
Dirty Disco
- Friday – Head to City Hall Club on Friday Night and kick start your weekend with horny boys who love to dance at Dirty Disco.
YASS! Party – Especial Pride
- Saturday – Yass! Barcelona is synonymous with freedom, good vibes and a PARTY. An LGTBIQ+ & friends space where you can be yourself, meet your friends, live a crazy night or find your new girlfriend.
- And as a soundtrack: the most current songs + the POP classics that never fail in Room 1 and the top HOUSE in Room 2. All in one of the best Clubs in the city: Safari Disco. Fun 100% guaranteed!
Matinee Pride Edition
- Saturday – Barcelona’s world-famous Matinee returns to its home town for a special pride edition featuring guest DJs and a spectacular stage show. This year its the turn of “La Leche” with 🎧 Amar Alemão 🎧 Las Bibas from Vizcaya 🎧 Phil Romano at Input Club.
Churros Con Chocolate Weekend
- Friday – Sunday – Barcelona’s favourite Sunday party, Churros Con Chocolate, runs all Pride weekend with two nights at the Sala Apolo (Fri & Sat) ending with a massive outdoor party on Sunday at La Terrazza.
Tanga Party Weekend
- Friday – Sunday – Tanga Party – Locamente’s signature party returns for three days and nights with a spectacular line up of guests including Eurovision stars.
The Black Room
- Sunday – End your Pride with the hottest, fiithiest boys in the city at The Black Room, with a sexy vibe, hot and horny dancers and hard beats!
Gay bars to visit during Barcelona Pride
- 69 Barcelona – Resto bar with lovely street terrace in Eixample.
- Bacon Bear Bar – Popular bear bar, quite large with daily drinks specials.
- Believe – Fun bar with crazy drag hosts, shows and karaoke, just at the end of Eixample.
- Boxer Cafe Bar – From the fetish producer, with a certain edge! Small outdoor terrace.
- Boys Bar – Music Bar, popular with latin boys.
- Brilli Brilli – Cocktail Bar with drag shows close to Hotel Axel.
- Candy Darling – Large lounge bar with trendy guys, close o Placa de Universitat in the centre.
- Dmen’s – Music bar with small dancefloor playing pop and commercial tunes.
- El Cangrejo – Late night long running gay bar. Show up after 1am and dance.
- Gingin – Right opposite the Axel, with 20 different types of gin!
- Honey – Cafe bar for bears, friends and admirers.
- La Chapelle – Long running gay bar in Poble Sec. Hipster vibe.
- La Frederica – Also in Poble Sec and so, quite a hipster BCN style scene.
- La Sastrería Café – New cafe bar with a mix of cafes, cocktails and food.
- LaCarrà – Small cafe bar with a retro feel. New
- Maricon Ghetto Friendly Bar – New Cocktail bar with great interior, mix of pop, reggaeton and commercial music.
- Moeem – Long running cocktail bar attracting all ages.
- Museum – Video Bar with dance floor.
- Night – Dance and cruise, one of the most popular summer spaces.
- Priscilla – Camp bar, crazy decor, crazy shows. Fun.
- Punto – Relaxed gay bar, perfect for a chat with friends.
- The Moon – Taste the Caribbean in this popular bar with 20 to 30 somethings.
- Wings House – New gay bar in Eixample, modern design and proving very popular.
Barcelona Gay Neighbourhoods
Barcelona, a vibrant and inclusive city, is known for its thriving LGBTQ+ community and welcoming atmosphere. There are several neighborhoods that have become popular gathering places for the LGBTQ+ community, offering a diverse range of bars, clubs, and venues. Here are brief descriptions of Barcelona’s gay neighborhoods:
- Eixample: Located in the heart of Barcelona, Eixample is often considered the main gay neighborhood.
- Specifically, the area known as “Gaixample” is centered around Carrer de la Diputació and Carrer de Consell de Cent.
- It boasts numerous gay bars, clubs, and shops, making it a hub of LGBTQ+ nightlife and socializing. Eixample is also home to the annual Barcelona Pride celebrations, drawing crowds from all over.
- Raval: Raval is a vibrant and eclectic neighborhood that has gained popularity with gay visitors over the past decade.
- It offers a mix of trendy bars, alternative venues, and LGBTQ+-friendly establishments. Raval is known for its inclusive atmosphere and diverse population.
- Gràcia: Gràcia is a bohemian and artsy neighborhood that has embraced diversity, including its LGBTQ+ residents and visitors.
- While not exclusively a gay neighborhood, Gràcia features several gay-friendly establishments, especially around the Plaça del Sol area.
- It offers a relaxed atmosphere, with cozy cafes, quirky shops, and a lively street life and plays host to the popular Fiesta Mayor de Gracia in mid August.
- Sitges: Although not technically part of Barcelona, Sitges is a neighboring coastal town that has become a prominent gay destination.
- Just a short train ride away from the city, Sitges is famous for its gay beaches, vibrant nightlife, and annual LGBTQ+ events such as Sitges Pride.
- The town’s picturesque setting and inclusive atmosphere have made it a favorite spot for both locals and international visitors.
Where to stay during Barcelona Gay Pride
The following hotels are are in the Eixample gay district in Barcelona. All are close to the bars, clubs and city attractions:
Hotel Cram, Axel Hotel, Hotel H10 Casanova, Catalonia Plaza.
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The gay district of Barcelona is located in the city’s Eixample district, known locally as “Gaixample”. Here you will find most of the gay bars, clubs and restaurants. It is quite compact and easy to navigate. There are also lots of hotels and apartments available in this area.
Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, 651, 08010 Barcelona, Spain
Hotel El Palace Barcelona is located in Eixample District, close to the Ramblas, the main shopping area and Barcelona’s main tourist attractions. It offers a Mayan-style luxury spa. A limousine service with a chauffeur is available on request.
Opened in 1919, this hotel features a neo-classical façade and stylish air-conditioned rooms with classic decor. Each room is spacious and comes with satellite TV, desk, minibar and a private bathroom with hairdryer, bathrobe and slippers.
Gran Vía de las Cortes Catalanas 559, 08011 Barcelona, Spain
The chic H10 Casanova Hotel is centrally located on Barcelona’s Gran Via, a 10-minute walk from Plaza Catalunya and the Rambla. There is a garden spa with whirlpool and steam room.
Featuring contemporary boutique-style décor, the H10 Casanova offers air-conditioned rooms with a satellite TV and free Wi-Fi. There is a minibar and safe, and the modern private bathroom comes with a hairdryer and amenities. Room service is also available.
Carrer de Bergara, 11, 08002 Barcelona, Spain
Hotel
Cataluña offers an and stylish, air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi and satellite TV. It is housed in a Modernist building 50 m from Barcelona’s Plaza Catalunya.The hotel serves a continental buffet breakfast with show cooking and it includes a wide variety of regional products and home-made cakes. Contempo restaurant offers traditional Mediterranean cuisine with a contemporary twist.
Carrer d’Aribau 54, 08011 Barcelona, Spain
Hotel Cram is set in
’s central Eixample district, a 10-minute walk from Plaza Catalunya. It features a with city views and the Two Michelin Stars Angle Barcelona restaurant. All rooms have free WiFi and large flat-screen TVs.The air-conditioned rooms at Cram Hotel feature a private bathroom with a hairdryer. A bathrobe and slippers are available upon request. Rooms feature beds by Treca de Paris, and elegant curtains by Gastón y Daniela. Some rooms have a private balcony.
Carrer d’Aribau 33, 08011 Barcelona, Spain
The area around the Hotel
is known as the Gay-xample because of its lively gay scene. The has knowledge of the local gay scene, and the hotel is hetero-friendly too.Offering free Wi-Fi throughout, this design hotel is close to Passeig de Gràcia's exclusive boutiques. The Axel Hotel’s 500m² Spa Centre includes a hydromassage pool and saunas, and the
have flat-screen satellite TVs.Carrer de Muntaner, 70, 08011 Barcelona, Spain
The apartment features a spacious living room & dining area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The full kitchenette with a washing machine. 3 Bedrooms & a bathroom with shower. Free WIFi
Carrer de Muntaner, 40, 08011 Barcelona, Spain
This modern apartment with air conditioning has 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV. A full kitchen with a dishwasher. A bathrooms, furnished terrace with city views. Free WIFi
Carrer de la Diputació, 197, 08011 Barcelona, Spain
Offers air conditioned apartments with a living area a flat-screen TV and sofa. Each has a kitchen, complete with a washing machine. private bathroom with a bath or a shower and balcony or terrace. Free WiFi.
Passatge de Valeri Serra, 19, 08011 Barcelona, Spain
Each air conditioned apartment is equipped with a balcony, a fully equipped kitchen with washing machine, a living room with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower. Free WiFi.
C/ d'Aribau, 46, 08011 Barcelona, Spain
Stylish LGBTIQ+ club in the Eixample quarter, opposite the Axel Hotel.
Private social club, only for members – registration on the Imperial website
Carrer de Balmes, 65, Bajos 2 08007, Barcelona
Large crusing club with bar, mutliple levels and bear friendly, with a modern fresh look, great facilities and located just at the edge of Eixample, Barcelona's gay quarter.
Carrer De La Diputació 182, 08011 Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
Gay cruise club in the Eixample quarter with bar, lockers, cubicles, slings and more. Spaces available for rent.
Boyfactory is without dress code. MenFactory is for theme nights.
C/ del Consell de Cent, 245 bis, L'Eixample, 08011 Barcelona
C. de Villarroel, 68, 08011 Barcelona, Spain
Popular drag bar with classic Spanish Drag acts and shows in the heart of the gay district. Open daily
Carrer de Casanova 64, 08011 Barcelona, Spain
Bears Bar for bears & cubs
The most traditional Bear Bar in Barcelona where you will meet people of all nationalities
C/ del Consell de Cent, 275, L'Eixample, 08011 Barcelona
Freindly relaxed gay bar with outside seating
C/ de Muntaner, 34 Bis, L'Eixample, 08011 Barcelona
Relaxed gay cocktail bar
C/ del Consell de Cent, 275, L'Eixample, 08011 Barcelona
The funniest dark side of Barcelona! LGTBIQ+ bar in the heart of the city, with a dark/goth decoration for all lovers of the most magical and infernal world. The Queer Monster Bar that the city needed.
Carrer de Balmes, 56, 08011 Barcelona, Spain
Fun bar with crazy drag hosts, shows and karaoke, just at the end of Eixample.
Gay Club with Drag Queen shows in Barcelona city center area, we open every day with the best shows and music so have a fabulous night!
19-21, Ronda de Sant Pere, la Dreta de l'Eixample, la Salut, Barcelona
Large Gay Club by Grupo Arena for gays and friends in the center of Barcelona. 2 dancefloors: Pop, Charts, Commercial remixes, House.
Av. de Roma, 155, L'Eixample, 08011 Barcelona
A fun and relaxed bears bar always welcoming and friendly
Carrer de la Diputació, 167, 08011 Barcelona, Spain
From the fetish producer, with a certain edge! Small outdoor terrace.
C. de Balmes, 52, 08007 Barcelona, Spain
Queer Bar & Terrace for everyone in the heart of the LGTBIQ+ center of Barcelona.
Carrer de la Diputació, 174, 08011 Barcelona, Spain
Music Bar, popular with latin boys
In the heart of Barcelona’s Gaixample, BoysBar BCN has a welcoming and friendly atmosphere, sexy guys, great music and above all a place to have a good time. Open Tuesday to Sunday, Boys Bar offers a totally different kind of party. Fun, strippers, cute guys, darkroom with cabins and glory holes and House Music DJs are all waiting for you here! Free passes and discounts available for all gay clubs.
104, Avinguda del Paral·lel, Superilla Sant Antoni, Eixample, Barcelona
Queer/drag/trans/nonbinary bar, situated between Sant Antoni and Poble-sec
Carrer de Calàbria, 96, 08015 Barcelona, Spain
Sex shop with cruising maze. Tuesday Theme nights are busy
C/ de la Diputació, 203, 08011 Barcelona, Spain
Don't cry for me Barcelona, because Madonna is already here, in this gay tribute bar to the GREATEST of POP
Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, 586, 08011 Barcelona, Spain
Large lounge bar with trendy guys, close o Placa de Universitat in the centre.
C. del Consell de Cent, 257, 08011 Barcelona, Spain
Music bar with small dancefloor playing pop and commercial tunes. Friday drag show
Rambla del Raval, 22, 08001 Barcelona, Spain
Nice no attitude alternative gay bar lot of fun and good bar staff
Carrer de Villarroel 86, 08011 Barcelona, Spain
Popular gay dance bar, Spanish Pop Music
Carrer d'Aribau, 40, 08011 Barcelona, Spain
A fun Gay bar Right opposite the Axel, with 20 different types of gin!
GinGin Gay Queer Bar is in the heart of the city, in the most LGTBQ+ neighborhood of Barcelona, the Queerxample. A cozy bar with a cosmopolitan atmosphere, ideal to have the first drink and ensure a GREAT night!
Carrer de Muntaner, 73, 08011 Barcelona, Spain
A gay bar for bears, friends and admirers
(The new meeting cave for the most daring)
Carrer de Muntaner, 67, 08011 Barcelona, Spain
Long running gay bar in Poble Sec. Hipster vibe
Passatge de Prunera, 18, 08004 Barcelona, Spain
BERLIN dark is a meeting HARD & FETISH bar for men who like to interact with other men, freely.
Rambla de Catalunya, 4, 08007 Barcelona, Spain
Vibrant Sunday night gay dance & cruise event with DJs, lighting effects, a dark room & a terrace.
3, Carrer de Salvà, el Poble-sec, Sants-Montjuïc, Barcelona, Barcelonès, Barcelona, Catalonia, 08001, Spain
La Federica is an atmospheric gay bar in Poble Sec. Varied menu of gin and tonics, delicious cocktails, good wines and mixed drinks. Theme parties
Carrer de Muntaner, 34, 08011 Barcelona, Spain
LaCarrà is all joy and brilliance. Let yourself go, enjoy and EXPLODE! with us In the heart of the LGTBIQ+ neighborhood of Barcelona, discover this tribute bar to one of the greats, Raffaella Carrà
Carrer d'Aribau, 55, 08011 Barcelona, Spain
The gay bar is very large, the decoration is fun, the music is very good and the cocktail menu is quite complete what more could you want
Carrer de Muntaner, 11, 08011 Barcelona, Spain
Local gay bar with a good atmosphere, located in the heart of Barcelona's Eixample.
Carrer del Comte d’Urgell 106, 08011 Barcelona, Spain
Video Bar with dance floor
Carrer de la Diputació, 161, 08011 Barcelona, Spain
Welcome to Night Barcelona, your 100% gay dating bar. In the center of Gaixample, the gay district of Barcelona, we are the most popular bar in the area. 100℅ gay bar to flirt, open every day from 6 pm. always lively!
from 5:00 p.m. to 00:30 a.m.
Bar - Darkroom - Cabins
C. del Consell de Cent, 273, 08011 Barcelona, Spain
The liveliest DRAG Café in town. Let yourself be seduced by our queens with a drink, enjoying our menu or our terrace in the sun.
Tapas and cocktails to the rhythm of kitsch-pop music in a lively LGTBIQ+ bar with a decoration that will not leave you indifferent.
Carrer de Muntaner, 65, 08011 Barcelona, Spain
Relaxed gay bar, perfect for a chat with friends.
C. de Villarroel, 60, 08011 Barcelona, Spain
Taste the Caribbean in this popular bar with 20 to 30 somethings.
C. del Consell de Cent, 220, LOCAL, 08011 Barcelona, Spain
New gay bar in Eixample, modern design and proving very popular.
C/ d'Aragó, 130, 08015 Barcelona, Spain
GAY SEX & FETISH CLUB
Carrer de Calàbria, 91, 08015 Barcelona, Spain
Fetish Club with dress code nights
Carrer d’Aribau 33, 08011 Barcelona, Spain
Trendy gay cocktail bar on the roof terrace of the Axel Hotel
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