Event Dates
From: Sunday, August 13, 2023
To: Sunday, August 13, 2023
Duplex Bar presents Crystal Queer, an Open Air Party during Antwerp Pride.
- Enjoy a luxurious stay in Antwerp at the Hotel De Witte Lelie rated “Superb” by guests featuring chic rooms with a unique design and perfect location steps from the pride festivities.
The Party
- Imagine an event buzzing with energy, bursting with style and bustling with like-minded people; this is Crystal Queer.
- Bring your besties, lovers, and significant others – all genders, ages, and sexualities are welcome.
- Celebrate Antwerp’s fabulous and fabulously diverse queer community at this party, taking over the Hendrik Conscienceplein, Antwerp’s most beautiful square.
- Enjoy guest DJs, a bumping dancefloor and live performances on the final Sunday of Antwerp Pride.
The Venue
- Duplex Bar hosts the party in Hendrik Conscienceplein, Central Antwerp, at the heart of the city’s bustling gay scene.
- The bar is one of the newest venues to open in Antwerp and features an eclectic mix of food, wines, beer and cocktails, all made to be shared!
- It was named after the 19th-century Flemish writer Hendrik Conscience; this beautiful square is dominated by the baroque Carolus Borromeus church and the old city library. It became the first car-free square in Antwerp in 1968 after some local artists closed it off with blocks of industrial ice.
- Stay close to Duplex Bar at The Hotel Franq, rated “Excellent” by guests with spacious rooms, a luxury vibe and delicious breakfast.
The gay bars and clubs in Antwerp are a little spread,
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Where to stay close to all the gay bars
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
The Hotel Julien is our editors choice when
in Antwerp with its beautiful rooftop views
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Antwerp is small and compact having a beautifully preserved old town in the centre. Having said that bars and clubs (more than 30) are spread out around the city, so its best to find a hotel close to the centre and journey out to your preferred destination. The main club, Red & Blue is located in the harbour. Famous gay monthly parties Studio 54 and Café de Love attract guys from all over Europe so book your accommodation in advance.
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This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a meeting room. Additionally, concierge services, dry cleaning, and a 24-hour front desk are onsite. All 9 rooms feature thoughtful touches like bathrobes and slippers, living rooms and dining areas. Free WiFi and Netflix are standard, as are flat-screen TVs with cable channels.
A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and self parking are available at this smoke-free aparthotel. Additionally, concierge services, tour/ticket assistance, and a front-desk safe are onsite. The apartment provides a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. Conveniences include a washer/dryer and a living room
This smoke-free hotel features a bar/lounge, self parking, and a business center. Additionally, dry cleaning, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk are onsite. All 11 rooms feature thoughtful touches like bathrobes and slippers, plus free WiFi and TVs with cable channels. Guests will also find iPod docks, sitting areas, and minibars.
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a fitness center, and a snack bar/deli, a conference center, self parking, and 24-hour room service are onsite. All 42 soundproofed rooms feature free WiFi and 24-hour room service. For a bit of entertainment, flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, espresso makers and slippers.
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The guest rooms are situated in 2 historic buildings and have a modern style. They are equipped with a bath or rain shower and free Wi-Fi. You can relax in the lounge area with books and magazines or have a drink in the bar. The spa is located in the 16th century cellars and offers a steam bath, sauna and rain shower.
This hotel offers light and spacious rooms as well as a luxurious suite. All units have individual climate control as well as a flat-screen TV. Some of the deluxe rooms and suites also come with a private terrace. The breakfast buffet offers a variety of hot and cold choices
The spacious, air-conditioned rooms at Hilton Antwerp Old Town feature Serenity bedding and have a 32-inch flat-screen TV. Each room includes a large desk with an ergonomic chair and a marble bathroom with a bath and separate shower. Coffee and tea facilities are provided.
This elegant boutique hotel offers luxurious design with 16th century architecture, a 2-minute walk from Grand Place. Each of the rooms at hotel Matelote benefits from free wired internet and a flat-screen TV. “They also have coffee, tea making facilities and mineral water. The bathrooms include The Spa Collection toiletries.