Event Dates
From: Thursday, October 31, 2024
To: Sunday, November 3, 2024
La Demence, Europe’s biggest gay party hosts its epic birthday celebrations each year during the last weekend of October.
La Demence, Europe’s biggest gay party hosts its epic birthday celebrations each year during the last weekend of October, perfectly timed to coincide with everyone’s favorite dress-up season, Halloween.
- Stay in the heart of the Saint Jacques district, the epicenter of gay life in the city. The Warwick Brussels is close to all the city’s attractions and offers large rooms and good rates.
The Party
- Get ready for a weekend of celebrations as thousands of guys from Europe and beyond make Brussels their home for 3 days and nights of non stop music, dance and action.
- From the saunas of the city to the thumping beats of the dance floor, Brussels is party central.
- More than 8,000 people attended the 2023 event, making it one of the largest gay indoor events in the world!
Where to stay for La Demence
- The Radisson Collection Grand Place Brussels has been completely renovated with great breakfast, and designer rooms.
- Rocco Forte’s Hotel Amigo offers a truly unique stay with amazing attention to details with a touch of luxury.
Party Schedule
- Confirmed parties on Thursday 31 October 2024 | Friday 1 November 2024
- Saturday 2 November 2024 | Sunday 3 November 2024
- The main party is held in Palais from on Saturday 21.00 to 08.00
- Other parties are held at Fuse Club from 22.00 to 12.00
- Halloween falls on a Thursday in 2024.
The Main Party
- Saturday 2 November 2024 – Event at Palais 12, from 21.00 First Show at 23.00. Six different DJs and a main show from 2am, by Jean-Marie Desreux. Expect the most amazing shows with dancers and acrobats.
- Palais 12 is a spectacular venue situated underneath the Atomium, on Avenue de Miramarlaan, Brussels.
- To get to the venue take Tram 3: from city centre (Bourse, De Brouckère, Rogier) to Esplanade (no service between 23:30 and 05:00)
- Metro 6: from Gare du Midi to Heysel (no service between 00:00 and 05:15)
- Taxis are available all night at Palais 12 to return
- Facilities include, + Lockers and changing area + Playroom (600m2) + Food Area
- Darkrooms – 600 m2 playground Free condoms and lube Have fun, play safe !
Gay Brussels
- Most of Brussels’ gay bars, clubs, saunas and shops are located in the city centre, specifically around the Saint Jacuqes district. Its scene is true to the city’s image: discreet, varied, warm and friendly.
- For more visit our insider guide to gay Brussels.
Recommended Hotels in Brussels
The following Brussels hotels are all close to the city’s bustling gay scene and a short ride to the parties:
Hotel Amigo, Warwick Brussels, Hotel Grand Place, Motel One,
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