Event Dates
From: Saturday, June 14, 2025
To: Sunday, June 22, 2025
Lisbon Gay Pride 2025
The Lisbon Gay Pride Village, also known as Arraial Pride takes place in the middle of June in the heart of the city. The Marcha do Orgulho LGBTI+ de Lisboa or Pride parade is the Europride Host for 2025.
Lisbon Gay Pride presents EuroPride 2025
Lisbon gay pride is actually two distinct events and takes place over two weekends. One is the Lisbon Pride Parade (Marcha do Orgulho LGBT) which takes place in July and the other is the Pride Arraial, a Pride festival with several bars, a stage, shows and live performances which falls in June.
- Visiting for Lisbon Pride? Stay in the Principe Real district, home to the best gay bars in the city. Stay at the charming Alegria Boutique Hotel, with spacious rooms and a great location.
The Gay Pride Village – Arraial Lisboa Pride
- Saturday June 14th to Sunday June 22nd, 2025 – The Lisbon Gay Pride Village, also known as Arraial Pride returns in June to the heart of the city. It is a combination of political rallies and parties of celebration.
- The party is located in Terreiro do Paco and starts from noon on Saturday until early morning on Sunday (think late, 3am+) . Here you will find a selection of gay bars, food stalls and an impressive stage line up featuring guest DJs, dance acts bands and special international guest appearances.
- Stay close to the pride village at the LX Boutique Hotel, rated “Fabulous” by guests, featuring spacious, beautifully-decorated, themed rooms. Located in the heart of the triangle between Chiado, Baixa and Cais do Sodré districts.
Marcha do Orgulho LGBTI+ de Lisboa – EuroPride Parade
- Saturday June 21st, 2025 – The LGBTQ community will occupy the streets of the city so that their voice can be heard once again, celebrating what has been achieved and fighting for what has yet to be achieved.
- Route and time to be confirmed – The Lisbon Pride March begins at 5 p.m. at Principe Real, ending at Avenida Ribera des Naus at the Diversity Festival.
- Stay close to the parade at the My Story Hotel, rated “Fabulous” by guests with a superb location, highly-rated breakfasts and popular happy-hour.
- Lisbon gay pride hosts a series of special exhibitions and events during the week leading up to the gay pride weekend. The bars and clubs also host special parties with guest DJs and international circuit parties all taking place throughout the pride festivities. Parties will be added as they are announced.
Where to Party?
- Lisbon’s gay bars and clubs are concentrated in the Bairro Alto and Principe Real neighborhoods, two districts famous for their nightlife and clubbing scene.
Principe Real
- Principe Real is home to some of Lisbon’s more authentic gay bars. The area comes alive at the weekends and during major events and the streets fill with hot guys and a mix of locals and tourists.
- The neighborhood is home to several trendy boutiques and unique restaurants offering different cuisine from around the world. Enjoy stunning 19th century architecture and the famous weekly Saturday Market offering a variety of locally made goods, including artisanal crafts, clothing, and food.
- Stay close to the bars and clubs at the “Superb” rated Browns Avenue Hotel, a boutique venue offering guests luxurious amenities, outdoor swimming pool and spacious rooms.
Popular Bars in Principe Real
- Bar 106 – Located in Principe Real. Long running gay bar with an old school vibe. Busy at weekends with DJs and a mix of guys and ages.
- Shelter Bar – Bear Friendly bar with a warm welcome for everyone, serving craft bear and attracting a mix of older guys. Very busy at weekends.
- TR3S Lisboa – One of gay Lisbon’s most popular bars, very busy at weekends. Mix of guys and bear-popular! Terrace fills during good weather.
- Woof X – Intimate bear-friendly bar with a dark cruising area. Busy after midnight.
- Bar Cru – Small gay cruise club with theme nights – Naked/Underwear/Fetish.
- XXL Lisbon Club – Busy cruising club with a labyrinth, sling, cage, lockers and bar.
Barrio Alto
- Bairro Alto is a great destination for anyone looking for a fun and lively night out in Lisbon. Whether you’re interested in sampling local cuisine, checking out the music scene, or exploring the city’s LGBT+ nightlife, Bairro Alto has something to offer.
- The district is famous for its narrow streets, colorful buildings, and a mix of historic and contemporary architecture.
- Bars here tend to be more mixed as it is a more touristy zone, but still popular. Bars are located together in the “Esquina” or gay corner.
- Stay close to all the attractions of Barrio Alto at the Nicola Rossio Hotel, rated “Superb” by guests, the modern hotel offers charming rooms with stylish design and highly-rated breakfasts.
Popular Bars in Barrio Alto
- Espaço 40 e 1 – Friendly bar in Barrio Alto with a large bar, and small dance floor with DJs playing a mix of pop, dance and house. Bustling outdoor terrace during the Summer season.
- Friends Bar – Another Barrio Alto Bar, running for over 15 years that spills out onto the streets during the Summer season, hosting theme nights and a mix of clientele.
- Maria Caxuxa – Gay friendly bar in the Barrio Alto district, located in a former bakery.
- Purex – Busy bar in Barrio Alto with a small dancefloor and kitsch décor attracting a mixed clientele.
- Side – Small gay cocktail bar that fills the surrounding street during the weekends and throughout the Summer months.
Late Night Clubs and Circuit Events
Lisbon is home to four popular gay clubs and several pop-up parties. All host special theme nights and parties during the Lisbon Pride celebrations:
- Trumps – Gay club playing a mix of pop on one floor and Techno and House on the other. Opens on Weekends from midnight util 6am.
- Construction – Gay Club in Principe Real with a mix of house, techno and pop. Dark cruisy atmosphere and fit guys ready to party.
- Finalmente – Running for almost 50 years. Always a popular choice with guest DJs, drag queens and a mixed clientele.
- Posh Club – Mixed club attracting younger guys and their friends, playing Pop, RnB and funk music. Open Weekends and busy from 2 am.
- Together – Hosts several circuit events throughout the year with big-name DJs from parties including Xlsior and La Leche.
- Enjoy Party – Monthly-ish gay party in the North of Lisbon with a Latin Vibe, great DJs and sexy dancers.
Recommended Hotels in Lisbon
The following Lisbon Hotels are close to the city’s top attractions and a short ride to the gay bars and clubs:
Lisboa Carmo Hotel, SANA Lisboa Hotel, HF Fenix Garden, The Late Birds Lisbon
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EPIC SANA Marquês Hotel, 8, Avenida Fontes Pereira de Melo, Coração de Jesus, Santo António, Lisbon, 1069-310, Portugal
This 5-star property offers spacious and elegantly designed suites and rooms that have private bathrooms with a bathtub and shower. Suites include a living room with a workstation. Facilities include LCD TV with cable channels, minibar, and luxury and well-being amenities.
Travessa André Valente 21a, 1200-024 Lisbon, Lisboa, Portugal
Located in Bairro Alto, in the heart of Lisbon Historical center, The Late Birds Lisbon - Gay Men's Guesthouse offers an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, a sun deck and a lounge bar.
Each air-conditioned room at The Late Birds Lisbon includes a computer, a cable channel TV, free WiFi access and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries.
Rua Da Oliveira Ao Carmo 1-3, 1200-122 Lisbon, Lisboa, Portugal
Located in the heart of the city, Lisboa Carmo Hotel features luxury rooms with classic and contemporary décor. The upper floors of the hotel offer views of the Tagus River and Lisbon's old town. The popular Bairro Alto district is a 3 minutes' walk away.
The stylish rooms have pastel coloured walls. Each is equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen cable TV, minibar and a private bathroom with free toiletries. Some rooms have Saint Jorge Castle, city and Tagus River views. An in-room breakfast is available.
HF Fénix Garden, São Mamede, Santo António, Lisbon, 1050-010, Portugal
The stylish Hotel Fenix Garden is situated on the Marquês de Pombal Square in the centre of Lisbon. Eduardo VII Park and Marques Pombal Metro Station are just steps away, while the high-end shops and boutiques of Avenida da Liberdade are at a short walk. The HF Fénix Garden offers bright accommodation with wooden floors. Each air-conditioned room offers free WiFi, a work desk, cable TV and a private bathroom with a hairdryer.
R. do Diário de Notícias 127, 1200-011 Lisboa, Portugal
All units have a cable flat-screen TV. Some units include a dining area and or balcony. There is also a kitchen, fitted with an oven & microwave. as well as a coffee machine. A private bathroom with a bath or shower & free toiletries.
R. do Diário de Notícias 36, 1200-284 Lisboa, Portugal
The apartment features 3 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Free WiFi, air conditioning
R. das Gáveas 76, 1200-365 Lisboa, Portugal
Each apartment comes with a balcony, a dining area & private bathrooms with shower & free toiletries. The apartments include a double bedroom & the superior apartments have a double sofa-bed in the living room.
R. da Misericórdia 67, 1200-365 Lisboa, Portugal
These modern and spacious apartments are located in a renovated 18th-century building in Lisbon’s Chiado district. All apartments feature a spacious kitchen with a dishwasher and washing machine. Most have a private balcony.
Rua de São Marçal 106, Lisbon 1200-422
● Friendly gay music bar in the Príncipe Real quarter
● Weekend DJs
● Mixed ages
Daily 19:30 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday till 03:00
Rua da Rosa 157/159, Lisbon 1200-383
● LGBT+ friendly
● Located in the quieter part of Bairro Alto
Wednesday, Thursday 20:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday 20:00 – 03:00;
Sunday 18:00 – 02:00
Rua da Barroca 41, Lisbon 1200-106
● Popular spot at the "esquina" in Bairro Alto
● Mixed clientele
Tuesday-Thursday 20:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday 20:00 – 03:00
Travessa da Água da Flor 17, Lisbon 1200-339
● LGBT-friendly bar
● Offers music, books, drinks and a friendly atmosphere
Daily 18:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday till 03:00
Rua da Barroca 6-12, Lisbon 1200-862
● LGBT-friendly music bar in a former bakery
● Located in Bairro Alto
Thursday 22:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday 22:00 – 03:00
Rua das Salgadeiras 28, Lisbon 1200
● LGBTQ-friendly music lounge bar
● Small dancefloor
Wednesday, Thursday 22:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday 22:00 – 03:00
Rua da Palmeira 43 A, Lisbon 1200-312
● Bears-friendly music lounge bar
● Located in Príncipe Real quarter
Monday-Thursday 18:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday 18:00 – 03:00; Sunday 18:00 – 02:00
Rua da Barroca 33, Lisbon 1200-047
● Small gay cocktail bar at the "esquina" in Bairro Alto
● Street crowded with people at night, especially on weekends
Daily 18:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday till 03:00
Rua Ruben António Leitão 2A, Lisbon 1200-392
● Big gay bar for bears, chubbies, mature guys and friends
● Hosts annual Lisbon Bear Pride and co-runs Villa 3 Caparica resort
Daily 18:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday till 03:00
Rua Manuel Bernardes 2B, Lisbon 1200
● Small bears-friendly bar with dark cruising area
● Busiest after midnight
● Minimum consumption: €5
Tuesday-Thursday 20:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday 21:00 – 03:00; Sunday 20:00 – 02:00
Rua da Imprensa Nacional 104 B, Lisbon 1250-127
● Gay club with exciting shows and a lot of Pop music.
● On Friday and Saturday nights, enjoy a second dancefloor with House, Techno, and Commercial remixes starting around 03:00.
● Friendly staff and a young crowd on Fridays.
● Admission: 12-15 €, includes 1-2 drinks.
Thursday-Saturday 24:00 – 05:00/06:00
Rua Cecilio de Sousa 84, Lisbon 1200-102
● Situated in the vibrant Príncipe Real quarter.
● Features House, Techno, Commercial remixes, and Pop music.
● Reopened in November 2022.
● Admission: 15 €.
Friday, Saturday & Sunday 24:00 – 06:00
Rua Nogueira e Sousa 11, Lisbon 1150-237
● Small, straightforward gay cruise bar
● Features (un)dress codes, lockers, two cabins, and a sling
● Slightly off the beaten path
● Admission: 10 €, includes 6 € for drinks
Sunday to Thursday from 3pm to 2am
Friday and Saturday from 3pm to 3am
Rua da Palmeira 38, Lisbon 1200-313
● A beloved gay bar known for its drag shows, DJs, and dancefloor.
● A staple in Lisbon's nightlife for over 45 years.
Daily till 05:00/06:00
Rua de São Bento 157, Lisbon 1200-817
● LGBT-friendly club spinning Pop, R'n'B, and Funk tunes.
● Attracts a mix of young and middle-aged clientele.
● Admission: 10-15 €, includes 1-2 drinks.
Thursday 23:30 – 05:00; Friday, Saturday 24:00 – 06:00
Miguel Pais 39 1200-172 Lisboa Portugal
● gay cruising club + men's fetish & sex shop ● Bar with drinks & snacks. Play area with cruising zone, sling, cabins, glory holes, dark room. Lockers, condoms, lube, douche.
Mon – Thurs: 17h-02h Fri & Sat: 17h-03h Sun: 17h-02h
Recommended Hotels in Lisbon By Booking
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EPIC SANA Marquês
5 Star, Readers Choice
- 5-star, heated infinity pool.
- A short walk to the gay bars.
- Bathtub, shower, workstation.
- Luxurious stay with panoramic pool views, perfect for business and leisure travelers.
Lisboa Carmo Hotel
4 Star, Homely
- 4-star, city heart, Tagus River views.
- Close to the gay district.
- Air conditioning, flat-screen TV.
- Elegant comfort in a prime location, ideal for exploring Lisbon’s rich culture.
The Late Birds Lisbon
4 Star, Gay Resort
- 4-star, gay resort, Bairro Alto.
- In the heart of the gay district.
- Computer, cable TV.
- Exclusive, gay-friendly retreat with outdoor pool, perfect for socializing and relaxation.
HF Fenix Garden
3 Star, Great Value
- 3-star, Marquês de Pombal Square.
- A short walk to the gay bars.
- Air-conditioned, free WiFi, cable TV.
- Affordable chic in central Lisbon, steps from major attractions and shopping avenues.
Video Lisbon Gay Pride
Michael and Matt explore Lisbon during the annual pride celebrations
Top Gay Neighbourhoods in Lisbon
Lisbon is generally considered to be an open and LGBTQ+ friendly city. The LGBTQ+ community in Lisbon has a visible presence, and there are several neighborhoods, events, and venues that cater to and celebrate the community.
Principe Real | In the heart of gay Lisbon
Photo: Principe Real is home to some of Lisbon’s most popular gay bars
- Príncipe Real is often considered one of the most LGBTQ+-friendly neighborhoods in Lisbon.
- It has a reputation for being inclusive and welcoming to the LGBTQ+ community.
- Many LGBTQ+-oriented businesses, including bars, cafes, and shops, can be found here.
- Discover the best things to see and do in Principe Real
Bairro Alto
Bairro Alto is a popular nightlife district with a variety of bars and clubs, it’s known for its vibrant atmosphere.
Alfama
Alfama is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Lisbon, famous for its narrow alleys & historic buildings.
Baixa
Baixa is the historic downtown area of Lisbon, noted for its grand plazas, elegant squares, and wide boulevards.
Avenida da Liberdade
One of the most prestigious & famous avenues in Lisbon, home to upscale shops & luxury hotels.
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