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The Ending HIV Big Gay Out is New Zealand’s largest & most fabulous family-friendly Rainbow Community event.
The Ending HIV Big Gay Out is New Zealand’s largest and most fabulous family-friendly Rainbow Community event and part of the Auckland Pride Festival.
- Visiting Auckland? Stay close to city’s top attractions and gay bars at the Hotel Fitzroy, rated “Fabulous”, close to the beach and features large rooms and a delicious breakfast menu.
The Event
- Each year the Big Gay Day Out attracts of more than 10,000 gorgeous LGBTIQ+ people, their whānau and friends, for a day in the sun full of music, food, dance and colour.
- Big Gay Day Out Auckland kicks off from midday and continues on until 7pm followed by several after parties in the city’s leading gay bars and clubs.
- Each year the main stage plays host to some great performances from local acts and international stars. The line up is sparkling and diverse, just like the event itself.
- Big Gay Day Out also features more than 200 different stalls from partners including health information, community groups, small businesses and a selection of fine food and beverage stalls offering delicious snacks and drinks.
The Venue
- The event takes place in Coyle Park in the heart of Auckland, just a 15 minute drive from the CBD or take a bus from the CBD towards Pt Chevalier.
- Coyle Park covers nearly 5 hectares, with grassy open spaces, mature trees, harbour views, impressive cliff faces, and a rock shelf exposed at low tide.
- Stay at the M Social Auckland, rated “Superb” by guests and close to all the city centre attractions. The hotel has a modern gym, stylish rooms and highly-rated breakfast offering.
Auckland Hotels
- Gay visitors should check out the Britomart / Downtown districts. The gayborhood is close to the Viaduct and the city’s major attractions.
- Other popular districts include Karangahape Road and Ponsonby, home to upscale shops, art galleries, cafes, boutiques, and gay nightlife.
Recommended Hotels in Auckland
The following hotels are close to the city’s gay bars and tourist attractions and a short ride from the party in the park:
VR Queen Street Hotel, The Langham Auckland, M Social, Ramada Auckland.
Where to stay close to all the gay bars
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
The Langham Auckland is where we stay
in New Zealand close to the gay centre.
For further information and advice on
Big Gay Day Out Auckland, Website
The gay bars and clubs are located on Karangahape road and have some good hotel and apartments close by that will not break the bank.
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