Budapest Gay Pride 2023

Budapest Gay Pride 2023

Budapest Gay Pride is the biggest annual LGBT event in Hungary and is a mix of political demonstrations, events, parties and concerts. Events run for an entire month, culminating in a final weekend of parades, festivals and circuit parties.

Where to stay during Pride?

• Attending Budapest Pride? Stay in Pest in the 5th, 6th, 7th, and 9th districts, home to the city’s popular clubs and bars, many within walking distance of one another.
• Stay in the Casati Budapest Hotel with differently styled rooms, in a quiet location yet close to the buzz of the city.

The Key Dates

• June 16th to July 16th 2023 – Event program features a range of activities spread across the city for the entire 4 weeks of the celebration. Most of the major events take place on the final weekend July 14th to 16th, 2023.

Budapest Pride March 2023

• Saturday July 15th 2023 – The main parade of Budapest Gay Pride is held on the Saturday of the 10 day event.
• The march starts at 14.00 and ends at 20.00. The march typically begins at Dráva utca and ends at Szabadság tér (Liberty Square). The route is typically confirmed a few days before the event.
• The speeches start at 17.30, which will be followed by performances.
• You can find many Hungarian NGO’s in the Civilian Village with music by Bianca+Lujza DJ.
• Stay close to the parade at the D8 Hotel, a charming 3 star hotel rated “Superb” with a wide range of breakfast options and excellent amenities.

Budapest Pride Rainbow Party

• Saturday July 15th 2023 – As Budapest pride procession ends, the alfresco Budapest Pride Rainbow Party awaits revellers at Budapest Park, where a full program of events is scheduled.
• The programme includes fashion shows, massages and face painting beginning at 6pm.  The party concludes with a fireworks show starting just before 10pm.
• The Rainbow Party in Budapest park is hosted by Funhouse and will feature some of the biggest DJS, acts and live shows. Funhouse is Hungary’s biggest queer happening.

Gay Budapest

• Despite government efforts, Budapest has a vibrant gay scene with plenty of bars, parties, shops and gay friendly hotels and restaurants to keep you entertained. The city is also home to some of Europe’s most impressive historical attractions.
• The majority of gay venues in Budapest are situated on the Pest side of the Danube. The city is also famous for its monthly circuit parties such as Garcons and Triton, taking over large straight clubs and turning them rainbow long into the night! Vibe is for popular with the hipster-set and HELLO  is the ultimate pop party!

Budapest Gay Bars

• Black Unicorn – New bar, popular for pre party drinks. Hosts drag acts and karaoke nights.
• Crush – Cafe by day, club by night with live performances and guest DJs.
• Habroló – Cosy gay bistro and cafe with delicious pastries.
• Polygon – Gay dance bar with shows and theme nights.
• Why Not Café & Bar – long running favourite of visitors and locals.

Cruising & Saunas

• Coxx – Cruising club with lockers bar cabins and slings.
• Magnum Sauna – Popular year round and especially during pride and post circuit parties.  Large & Modern.

Where to stay for Budapest Pride

The following hotels are currently trending with our readers in Budapest. All have high ratings and are close to the city’s gay bars and attractions:

Four Seasons Hotel,    Hotel Palazzo Zichy,    Three Corners Hotel,    House Beletage.