Leon Likes to Party 2023

Leon Likes to Party 2023

Leon Likes to party is one of the hottest parties in Mexico, organised by a group of young people who want to spread love, respect and unity through music that moves people to the rhythm of the tribal drum and bass.

• Visiting for the event? Stay close to all the gay bars and city’s top attractions at the DoubleTree by Hilton in the Centro Historico, rated “Fabulous” by guests.

The Event

• Featuring Xavier Alvarado, Alberto Ponzo, Jair Sandoval, Ronal Toscano, Arkan DJs and Brian Solis.
• Join thousands of hot guys from across Latin America and beyond for one of Mexico’s hottest circuit events.

The Venues

• Leon likes to Party takes over some of the city’s top clubs and venues. Locations for the Anniversary weekend are to be confirmed.
• Parties typically take place close to the gay neighborhoods of Guadalajara, in the historic centre and the Zona Rosa.
• Guadalajara has a huge gay culture and has remained authentic as it is often missed by tourists who shuttle between Mexico City and Puerto Vallarta.

Gay Guadalajara

• The gayest city in Mexico, Guadalajara, has two gay neighbourhoods, one in the historic centre and one in the Zona Rosa. The city has a huge gay culture and has remained authentic as it is often missed by tourists who shuttle between Mexico City and Puerto Vallarta.
• Centro Historico is popular with locals, and the atmosphere spills out onto the pedestrian streets at night. Drinks are cheap, and the atmosphere is friendly, if not downright cruisy and very authentic. Most of the activities here happen at night.
• The other hot spot is the upscale neighbourhood of the Zona Rosa (around Av Chapultepec). Here the gay bars and clubs tend to be larger, and drinks prices are higher. Venues are busy during the day and night with lots of bars with outdoor patios, larger discos and shops.

Where to stay during Guadalajara Pride

• Stay close to the beautiful historic centre close to the Guadalajara Cathedral, and you are just a short ride from both neighbourhoods. The 3-star, Six Hotel Guadalajara Degollado offers excellent value and modern rooms in the centre. Try the 4-star Hotel Morales for something more colonial in a historic building with a beautiful pool in the heart of the downtown area.

Gay Bars & Clubs in Guadalajara

Guadalajara boasts over 15 gay bars, saunas and clubs. Hare are some of the most popular:

• California’s bar – Fun bar with an eclectic mix of clientele and sexy gogos, hot guys and Latin pop.
• Babel Club – One of the best clubs in the city, hosting regular theme nights and pride parties, drag shows & dancing.
• Cabaret Bar – Trendy bar with several shows – reserve to get on the entry list ahead of time as it can fill up fast.
• El Arenal – Cruising Club with darkroom, sauna, video rooms and more.
• El Sótano – Stripper shows, massage, super clean and recently renovated.
• Renacer Day Spa – Gay Sauna with massage service and weekend pool parties.

Recommended Hotels

Here are the hotels we recommend with good reviews, close to all the action:

Hotel Casino Plaza,  Hotel Real Maestranza,  Hotel de Mendoza, Hotel Dali Plaza Executive