Event Dates
From: Saturday, August 8, 2026
To: Saturday, August 8, 2026
the Official After Party for Antwerp Pride and takes place each year in August with 2 stages,guest DJs and amazing acts.
Love United is the Official After Party for Antwerp Pride and takes place each year in August with 2 stages,guest DJs and amazing acts.
- Visiting Antwerp? Stay in the old town, close to the city’s busy gay bars and restaurants. The Hotel Julien is a “Superb” rated 4 star hotel located in the heart of the city with delicious breakfast options and a relaxed vibe.
The Party
- Next Edition: Saturday 8th August, 2026.
- The Love United festival is organised by the biggest bars and clubs in Antwerp, including Padam Tea Dance, Love United Festival, Antwerp Pride, Extravaganza and Red & Blue Cargo Club Antwerp
- Love United Festival Antwerp invites you to get your finest kink out. The event is a celebration with the multi-coloured glitter confetti and vodka shots downed in true Patsy style.
- The event attracts more than 10.000 people with two stages featuring the best of Antwerp party life. Get ready to dance, dance dance dance…
- The event takes place from 15:00 – 00.00 in Cockerillkaai. This will be the official and central party hub of Antwerp Pride for the Love United Festival on Saturday.
The Venue
- The festival takes place a the recently redeveloped Cockerillkaai on the south part of town alongside the river.
- Cockerillkaai is also home to the Modern & Contemporary art gallery.
- The neighborhood is a 12 minute drive from the old town.
- For a unique experience, stay at the Lit D’Art Hotel, a 4 star hotel rated “Exceptional” by guests, located close to the after party and the bars. The boutique hotel offers delicious breakfasts and sublime wellness centre.
Gay Antwerp
- Antwerp is famous for its beautiful historic old town centre, world-renowned diamond industry and vibrant gay scene.
- Although Antwerp’s famous pop-up gay party venues are spread out across the city, most of the busy gay bars and restaurants are located in Antwerp city center, close to the famous Town Square (Grote Markt) and the Museum Aan de Stroom (M.A.S.).
Where to stay?
The following Antwerp hotels are close to Antwerp’s top attractions and the pride celebrations:
Where to stay close to all the gay bars.
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
The Hotel Julien is our editors choice with
its beautiful rooftop views & green patios.
For further information and advice on
Antwerp Pride, visit Facebook
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.
Address: Oude Beurs 29, 2000 Antwerp, Belgium
Address: Groenplaats 32, 2000 Antwerp, Belgium
Address: Korte Nieuwstraat 24, 2000 Antwerp, Belgium
Address: Zand 17, 2000 Antwerp, Belgium
Address: Melkmarkt 18, 2000 Antwerp, Belgium
Address: Draakplaats 1, 2018 Antwerp, Belgium
Address: Falconrui 59, 2000 Antwerp, Belgium
Address: Geulincxstraat 28, 2060 Antwerp, Belgium
Address: Nieuwstad 4, 2000 Antwerp, Belgium
Address: Nieuwstad 6, 2000 Antwerp, Belgium
Address: Tabakvest 73, 2000 Antwerp, Belgium
Address: Hendrik Conscienceplein 7, 2000 Antwerp, Belgium
Address: Grote Markt 21, 2000 Antwerp, Belgium
Address: Van Schoonbekeplein 19, 2000 Antwerp, Belgium
Address: Van Schoonbekeplein 3, 2000 Antwerp, Belgium
Address: Ellermanstraat 58, 2060 Antwerp, Belgium
Address: Oudevaartplaats 8, 2000 Antwerp, Belgium
Address: Grote Pieter Potstraat 21, 2000 Antwerp, Belgium
Address: Lange Schipperskapelstraat 11-13, 2000 Antwerp, Belgium
Address: Verversrui 15, 2000 Antwerp, Belgium
Address: Van Aerdtstraat 22, 2060 Antwerp, Belgium
Antwerp, Belgium, has a thriving LGBTQ+ community and is known for being a welcoming & hosts several LGBTQ+ events and festivals throughout the year. The most prominent of these is Antwerp Pride, which typically takes place in August. Antwerp Pride includes a colorful and lively parade, parties, cultural events, and a sense of celebration and inclusivity that brings together locals and visitors alike.
Antwerp’s Red Light District is home to several gay bars and clubs. It can be a lively area for nightlife, offering a mix of entertainment options.
This trendy district is home to many bars & clubs, including gay venues. You can find a mix of nightlife options, from stylish cocktail bars to dance clubs.
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