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Cocktail Fest Rotterdam
Pride Edition 2025

Ladies? Gentlemen? Gentleladies? Are you ready? ‘Cuz here we gooo!!! The one and only FEST* is returning to YOU during Rotterdam Pride

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    • DJs
    • parties
    • dancers
    • daddies
    • twinks
    • bears
    • drags
    • live entertainment

Cocktail Fest Rotterdam Pride Edition 2025

Ladies? Gentlemen? Gentleladies? Are you ready? ‘Cuz here we gooo!!! The one and only FEST* is returning to YOU during Rotterdam Pride

The Party

  • Cocktail Fest, Rotterdam Pride Edition takes place at the coolest venue in Rotterdam, Maassilo. Cocktail Fest is an indoor open-minded festival that mixing up the flavors to create unique parties made to remember.
  • The party will have something for everyone; from leather harnesses to ballet dresses, colorful leotards, smokey eyed makeup or Windsor ties…, muscles, drags, twinks, bears or daddies,  everyone comes together as one COCKTAIL of all tastes! Be Yourself and experience everyone!
  • Events kick off at 10pm on Saturday night and continues through to Sunday morning ending at 6am for a unique Rotterdam pride experience, with a host of live entertainment, DJs, dancers and the most awesome people from around the world.

The venue

  • Maassilo is the perfect place to throw a party with a unique industrial feel. The Maassilo – housed in a former grain silo from 1910 – has been completely renovated and furnished as an event location while retaining the original elements.
  • You can get to Maassilo by Bus, Metro, Train or Light Rail. It takes about 15 minutes. Stay close by at the 4 star nhow Rotterdam, a modern design hotel.

Where to stay in Rotterdam?

The following hotels are all close to the city's top attractions:

Urban Residences,   Hilton,   Marriott,   Bilderberg Parkhotel

Recommended Hotels in Rotterdam by Booking

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We have chosen hotels in Rotterdam that keep you close to all the shops,restaurants & bars

Hilton Rotterdam
5 Star, Luxury

Hilton Rotterdam
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  • 5-star, heart of the city, 24-hour gym.
  • Close to the gay district.
  • HD TV, free coffee/tea.
  • Luxurious stay with panoramic views and exclusive lounge access, perfect for urban exploration.

Marriott Hotel
5 Star, Readers Choice

Rotterdam Marriott Hotel
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  • 5-star, city skyline views, on-site bar.
  • Close to the gay district.
  • Flat-screen TV, marble bathroom.
  • Spacious and stylish, ideal for enjoying Rotterdam's vibrant atmosphere and stunning skyline.

citizenM Rotterdam
4 Star, Great Value

citizenM Rotterdam
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  • 4-star, Oude Haven location, stylish contemporary.
  • Close to the gay district.
  • Ambient lighting, touchscreen.
  • Modern and tech-friendly, perfect for a unique and convenient stay in Rotterdam's heart.

Bilderberg Parkhotel
4 Star, Location

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  • 4-star, near Erasmus Medisch Centrum, Museum Boijmans.
  • A short walk to the gay bars.
  • Cable TV, minibar, city views.
  • Comfortable and central, offering scenic views and easy access to cultural attractions.

Gay Map of Rotterdam

Rotterdam is home to some of the oldest gay bars in Europe. English is almost universally spoken and the scene is concentrated in the city center around Beurs station in the so-called ‘Pink Triangle’ from Churchillplein to Westblaak, and from Westblaak to Mauritsweg.

Weena 686, 3012 CN Rotterdam, Netherlands

Rotterdam Marriott Hotel offers elegant rooms with modern facilities in the Millennium Tower, directly opposite from Rotterdam Central Station. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar Pillars Bar & Kitchen. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Parking is available on site.

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Weena 10, 3012 CM Rotterdam, Netherlands

All rooms and suites feature a HD TV, MP3 player, free coffee and tea-making facilities and a spacious bathroom. Access to the 24-hour gym is included. The Executive rooms give panoramic views and include access to the Executive Lounge on Friday and Saturday.

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citizenM Rotterdam, Gelderseplein, Stadsdriehoek, Centrum, Rotterdam, South Holland, Netherlands, 3011WZ, Netherlands

Located in the Oude Haven (Old Port) Rotterdam, this brand new citizenM Rotterdam is a stylish contemporary hotel, which is right at the city centre with many sights of the city. Free Wi-Fi and free movies on demand are also available. Guests can enjoy the modern, trendy bedrooms which feature ambient lighting and a touchscreen tablet which controls the lights, LED TV, music system as well as the blinds and the temperature. The en suite bathroom features a rain shower.

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Westersingel 70, 3015 LB Rotterdam, Netherlands

Located in the centre of Rotterdam, 800 m from Erasmus Medisch Centrum and next to Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, Bilderberg Parkhotel Rotterdam provides free Wi-Fi access in the lobby, an on-site restaurant and a garden.

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Sint-Mariastraat 116, 3014 SR Rotterdam, Netherlands

The Apartment offers free WiFi, air conditioning . With garden views, this accommodation features a balcony. The apartment has 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and 1 bathroom. Free WiFI

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Goudsesingel 404, 3011 KN Rotterdam, Netherlands

Located on the 5th floor, the apartment has views over the Rotterdam skyline. A flat-screen TV, seating area and dining area. The bathroom is fitted with a shower. The kitchen is equipped with a dishwasher.

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Weena 710, 3014 DA Rotterdam, Netherlands

Superior One Bedroom Serviced Apartments with sofa bed that can sleep up to 2 adults and 2 children. They are fully equipped with a flat screen TV, free Wi-Fi, kitchenette, dishwasher. bathrooms with power shower

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Hennekijnstraat 104, 3012 EN Rotterdam, Netherlands

Urban Residences Rotterdam offers spacious apartments, with open-plan living and dining area. The interior features a white, minimalist and modern decor, designed by architect Wiel Arets. Features a fully equipped kitchen.

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Nieuwe Binnenweg 117A, 3014 GJ Rotterdam, Netherlands

Café Bonaparte is a cozy Dutch Gay and Drag café in the heart of Rotterdam.

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Van Oldenbarneveltstraat 127A, 3012 GT Rotterdam, Netherlands

A Mixed but very cool wine bar seving amazing food, well worth a visit for lunch

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Boomgaardsstraat 71, 3012 XA Rotterdam, Netherlands

WORM is a Rotterdam based artists collective, a venue, shop, cinema and workspace for music, film and new media, with the world as its playground. Transgressing normal segregations between media, we represent the authentic and the unruly, the obsessed and the adventurers.

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Schiedamsedijk 4, 3011 EB Rotterdam, Netherlands

A cozy gay bar in the center of Rotterdam.

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Keerweer 14, 3012 KB Rotterdam, Netherlands

De Keerrweer has been a household name for years when it comes to a fun party. Not only for a cozy afternoon drink, but also until the late hours you can go to De Keerweer for a good portion of party fun

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Van Oldenbarneveltstraat 154, 3012 GX Rotterdam, Netherlands

Sexy and trendy .... Bar Strano is the place in Rotterdam to chat, dance, flirt or just relax with a delicious drink. A modern and intimate drink that casually turns into a lively night out.

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Van Oldenbarneveltstraat 148A, 3012 GX Rotterdam, Netherlands

The nicest, busiest, coziest, most friendly gay bar in Rotterdam. Always cosy ...!!!

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Westblaak 127, 3012 KJ Rotterdam, Netherlands

This is the perfect place to enjoy a drink with friends.

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