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From: Awaiting dates
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South Africa has been chosen to host the Mr Gay World™ 2023 contest.
Mr. Gay World™ returns in October 2023, welcoming delegates from around the world and giving them a platform in Cape Town to showcase their diversity, compassion, and their philanthropy.
- Visiting Cape Town? Stay in the Rockefeller Hotel, rated “Fabulous” by guests in a great location featuring fresh modern rooms and a superb fitness centre.
The Competition
- Awaiting dates – The annual Mr. Gay World™ competition aims to find an ambassador for the international LGBTQ+ community from a diverse range of delegates who represent the spirit of their nation and embody qualities such as confidence, self-assurance, charisma and natural leadership.
- The Grand Finale will be staged at Infinity Studios in Paarden Eiland, a multipurpose creative space, photography studio and events venue with stunning views of Table Mountain.
- The venue is a 12 minute drive from the world famous V&A Waterfront and is a 7-minute drive from the bars in De Waterkant.
- Stay close to the venue at The Onyx Apartment Hotel, rated “Fabulous” by guests with spacious rooms, high end amenities, stunning pool area and modern fitness centre.
Where to stay in Cape Town
- De Waterkant is home to most of Cape Town’s gay bars and gay-friendly restaurants, shops and galleries.
- De Waterkant, nestled within the heart of Cape Town, pulsates with a vibrant energy unique to its cobbled streets and historic facades.
- As the city’s renowned gay district, it stands as a beacon of acceptance and unity, its colorful houses mirroring the diverse crowd that walks its lanes. Here, the old meets the new: centuries-old architecture forms the backdrop for trendy cafes, chic boutiques, and pulsating nightclubs.
- As the sun sets, the ambiance shifts from laid-back daytime strolls to the animated chatter of rooftop bars and the beats from underground clubs, all harmoniously coexisting within this LGBTQ+neighbourhood.
- The following hotels are popular with our visitors to Cape Town and are close to the pride parade and activities. They are also gay-friendly.
Icon Luxury Apartments, Harbouredge Apartments, The Westin Cape Town, DysArt Boutique Hotel The Cape Royale
Where to stay close to all the gay bars.
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
The Glenn Hotel in Cape Town’s Seapoint.
Stylish, great pool and gay operated.
For further information and advice on
International Mr. Gay World Website
2019 Mr. Gay World Hong Kong Official Video
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