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Come Out St.Pete 2025
Come out to St. Pete for a day celebrating pride, inclusion, equality and most importantly, LOVE! Celebrate “National Coming out day”
Come Out St.Pete 2025
Come out to St. Pete for a day celebrating pride, inclusion, equality and most importantly, LOVE! Celebrate “National Coming out day” with an afternoon of events culminating in a unique celebration on National Coming out day.
- Stay close to the event at the TRU by Hilton St. Petersburg Downtown Central Avenue with large rooms and perfect location.
The Event
- Next Edition: This event has had to be rescheduled due to Hurricane Milton.
- The annual LGBTQ awareness day supports lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people coming out to family, friends and colleagues, and living life openly as they are.
- First celebrated in the United States in 1988, the founding idea was in the “spirit of the personal being political.”
- Come Out St. Pete was founded in 2017 and is held in October to coincide with the 1987 March on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights anniversary.
- The event runs from 5 pm to 9 pm at Par Bar. Festivities include the Put Put Golf Tournament, Cash Raffles, Live Performances by the 2024 Come Out St Pete Royal Court and appearances my Mr, MX and Miss Come Out St Pete.
Where to stay in St.Pete?
- Head to The Pink Palace, famous for its pink façade and grandeur architecture for a beach escape. Officially known as The Don CeSar has welcomed guests since its opening in 1928. The hotel has some of the best views in St. Pete and has been a long-time ally of the gay community.
The following hotels are close to all the city’s top attractions and the Come Out celebrations:
Hollander Hotel, Hampton Inn & Suites, Courtyard by Marriott, The Vinoy
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Gay Map of St.Pete, Tampa, Florida
Arguably the largest and most popular gay destination on Florida’s Gulf Coast, the St. Petersburg region has a good mix of gay nightspots. The highest concentration is just west of downtown in the Grand Central District, but there are others in the beach communities and nearby cities of Clearwater and Dunedin. A mixture of artists, hipsters, visionaries, LGBTIs have reinvented St Pete and the balmy Florida air gives even the city’s oldest citizens a youthful vigor. booking.com our hotel partner .
501 5th Avenue Northeast, Saint Petersburg, Florida
Located along the Tampa Bay coast, this hotel features an on-site spa and heated pools. The Chihuly Collection glass sculpture museum and Museum of Fine Arts are 5 minutes' walk away.
All air-conditioned rooms include a work desk with ergonomic chair. Guests can enjoy pay-per-view movies, video games, and bottled water. Select rooms feature a sofa .
300 4th Street North, Saint Petersburg, Florida
This hotel is located in Saint Petersburg city center, only 900 m from North Shore beach. Free WiFi access and an indoor swimming pool are featured at the property.
A flat-screen cable TV, a desk, and a small refrigerator are included in all rooms at Courtyard by Marriott St. Petersburg Downtown. The non-smoking hotel also features suites with a sofa bed.
80 Beach Drive Northeast, Saint Petersburg, Florida
A 2-minute walk from the waterfront and the Museum of Fine Arts, this hotel features an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. It offers spacious, air-conditioned rooms with cable TV.
All guest rooms are equipped with free WiFi, DVD player, coffee maker, ironing facilities, and hairdryer. Each has a work desk and a private bathroom.
421 4th Avenue North, Saint Petersburg, Florida
Located in Saint centre, this hotel features an on-site and heated with a , and free WiFi. The is 1.6 km away.
A small refrigerator, microwave, and cable TV are featured in all rooms at Hotel Saint . Select rooms include a fully equipped kitchen and a large seating area with a sofa bed.
St. Petersburg, FL 33713
This central location, recently remodeled and comfortable living space provide 2 bedrooms a fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances, refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, 1 bathroom with shower. FREE WiFi
St. Petersburg, FL 33713
The apartment includes 1 bedroom and a living room with a TV. The accommodation is equipped with a full equipped kitchen with a microwave and fridge. Bathroom with shower. Free WiFi, linens & towels, air conditioning
St. Petersburg, FL 33713
This 3 Bedroom apartment offers modern furnishings & decor, 2 flat-screen Smart TVs, dining table. Fully equipped kitchen, stainless steel appliances, refrigerator, stove/oven, dishwasher, Free WiFi, air conditioning,
St. Petersburg, FL 33713
The holiday home has 3 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a hot tub. Fee WiFi, air conditioning and a garden
2355 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL 33713, United States
The Wet Spot is the perfect place to spend a sunny day, complate with a pool and a bar. What's not to love?
2-for-1 drinks from 12PM to 9PM every day!
2729 Central Avenue, Saint Petersburg, Florida
Popular with the guys 30+, karaoke, good drink prices
The Garage On Central is a fun gay bar offering an outstanding choice of domestic and exotic drinks, exciting entertainment and friendly bartenders.
Whether you live in the neighborhood or you are here on vacation, The Garage is the place to be!
Monday-Friday 4pm-1am
Saturday & Sunday 1pm-1am
2355 Central Ave, St. Petersburg
St Pete's gay cocktail experience, Cocktail where you will get stiff drinks, hard liquor and raging good times.
Daily 12:00 AM - 3:00 AM
1110 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL (just across the bridge)
A stylish bar with a cozy vibe, perfect for those looking for fun without the club scene. Enjoy karaoke, drag shows, and guest DJs in a relaxed setting.
Highlights: Al-fresco seating, welcoming atmosphere, great for both day and night visits
Daily: Noon - 3 AM.
2760 Central Avenue, Saint Petersburg, Florida
Fun gay bar popular with locals
Lucky Star is The best-kept secret in the District! Great bartenders, cheap drinks with a "punch", a terrific patio and welcoming atmosphere. This is the neighborhood bar where everyone knows your name but where you will always meet someone new.
Daily 12:00 PM - 3:00 AM
2227 Central Avenue, Saint Petersburg, Florida
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The LGBTQ Welcome Center opened in June 2014 in St. Petersburg’s Grand Central District. Only the third in the nation. As a function of Metro Inclusive Health, serves the area as an LGBTQ visitors’ resource, coffee house, youth center (safe space), and provides a wide range of business resources, education activities and entertainment events.
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The Vinoy
4 Star The grand-dame
- 4 Star, Historic Hotel on Tampa Bay
- A short walk to the gay bars
- Air-conditioned, ergonomic chair
- Historic hotel with on-site spa, heated pools, close to museums, offering rooms with ergonomic workspaces and entertainment.
Hollander Hotel
3 Star, Luxury
- 3 Star, Boutique with Poolside Bar
- A short walk to the gay bars
- Refrigerator, microwave, cable TV
- Boutique hotel with heated outdoor pool, on-site restaurant, close to Dali Museum, rooms feature modern amenities.
Hampton Inn & Suites
3 Star – Great Amenities
- 3 Star, Pool and Fitness Center
- A short walk to the gay bars
- Spacious rooms, cable TV, WiFi
- Features an outdoor pool, fitness center, spacious air-conditioned rooms with modern facilities, and complimentary breakfast.
Hyatt Place
3 Star – Perfect Location
- 3 Star, Centrally Located, Pool
- A short walk to the gay bars
- Refrigerator, flat-screen TV
- Central location, close to major attractions, offers an outdoor pool, 24-hour dining, and rooms with modern amenities.
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The Kenwood Gables
3 Star, Great Pool
This smoke-free bed & breakfast features an outdoor pool, a microwave in a common area, and multilingual staff. Free continental breakfast, Free self parking is also provided. Additionally, a garden, a communal living room, and a front-desk safe are onsite. All 5 soundproofed rooms feature free WiFi and espresso makers. Private pools
Staybridge Suites
3 Star, Stylish
An outdoor pool, a fitness center, and a snack bar/deli are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free buffet breakfast is provided, free self parking, and a free area shuttle. Additionally, coffee/tea in a common area, All 119 rooms have TVs with satellite channels and feature kitchens with refrigerators, microwaves, and dishwashers. free WiFi, DVD players
The Birchwood
3 Star, Readers Choice
2 restaurants, a nightclub, and 2 bars/lounges are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free self-serve breakfast. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a conference center, and valet parking. All 18 rooms offer thoughtful touches like espresso makers and bathrobes, as well as comforts such as pillowtop beds and premium bedding. Free WiFi
Avalon Hotel
2 Star, Modern Classic
This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk and a garden are onsite. All 34 rooms offer free WiFi, TVs with cable channels, and ceiling fans.
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