Madrid Pride 2023

Madrid Gay Pride 2023 Europe’s Biggest Pride & possibly its hottest!

Madrid Pride, also known as Orgullo Gay Madrid, is the biggest gay pride in Spain and one of the biggest in Europe, attracting more than 2 million people over the five days of pride.  The first Madrid Pride parade was held in 1977 after the death of Franco. Since then the demonstration has grown into one of the largest in the world.

• Visiting for Madrid Pride? With 2 million people attending, you need to book your hotel now! The Boutique Hotel H10 makes for the perfect stay with a great location, large rooms (by Madrid standards) and excellent amenities.

Madrid Pride 2023 Highlights

Madrid Pride features one of Europe’s largest pride parades. The parade runs long into the night ending with a huge street party. Parties are held across the city in the lead up to the final weekend and prade.

Chueca Pride

• Friday, June 23rd, 2023 – (And Subsequent Days) Chueca Pride: Local Pride Celebrations Kick Off With Several Events Taking Place Around The Neighbourhood Of Chueca.

Chueca, Madrid gay district

• Madrid is one of the most gay friendly and welcoming cities in the world. The district of Chueca is the epicentre of gay life in the city and home to some of the busiest bars and clubs.
• As the city has grown, so too has the gay neighbourhoods. The local government of Madrid estimates the LGBT+ population to be around 500,000. You should also check out districts such as Malasaña, La Latina and Lavapies, all with their own unique charm and attractions.

Smile Park Festival

• Sunday, June 25th, 2023 – A unique, new “all day and night” festival in the IFEA congress grounds. Smile Park Festival features three different stages and party zones, including WE Party’s Sundia event, food trucks, a funfair, an electronic music zone and a live performance stage.
• Upgrade your Madrid stay at the Palacio de los Duques Gran Meliá, one of the leading hotels of the world, located in a former  19th century palace! Just don’t forget to pack that tiara!

Feathers & Paws

• Sunday, June 25th, 2023 – Bring your pet and show that you’re against animal abuse as well (Plaza de Pedro Zerolo. From 7pm)

Pride Proclamation

• Wednesday, June 28th, 2023 – Pride Proclamation: Pride Celebrations Get Officially Underway. Events take place in Plaza Pedro Zerolo.

Madrid Pride Festival Concerts

• Wednesday, June 28th, 2023 – July 2nd, 2023- The  ‘cultural’ stages of the Pride Festival  will be in Plaza De España, Plaza Pedro Zerolo, Plaza del Rey and Plaza de Callao featuring Live musical performances on multiple stages.
• The closing ceremony takes place on the 2nd of July.

The High Heel Race

• Thursday, June 29th, 2023 –  The High Heel Race, a festive-sporting event that is celebrating its twenty-third edition this year in Calle Pelayo, where runners have to finish the race in up to 6 inch heels.

Mr Gay Pride Spain

• Friday, June 30th, 2023 – The 16th Edition Mr. Gay Pride España, on the stage of Plaza de España.At the final gala, where Mr Gay Spain 2023 will be chosen from among the representatives of the 14 finalist autonomous communities, there will also be guest DJs and artists.
• The event takes place at Plaza de Callao and will also feature international DJs and guest appearances by pop artists.

Madrid Pride Parade Route

• Saturday, July 1st, 2023 – Madrid Pride’s biggest party is set to take place on parade day in Plaza de Colón
• The main Gay Pride parade  the highlight of Madrid gay pride. The centre of Madrid literally comes to a standstill as a million people line the streets to watch the parade.
• The Madrid Pride Parade leaves the Carlos V roundabout at 7:00 p.m. and will end in Plaza de Colón.
• The parade is made up of 50 huge colorful floats, party buses and walking groups representing sponsors, associacions, charities and bars. The streets are a sea of colourful rainbows.
• With almost perfect weather guaranteed in July, the party atmosphere in the street is truly phenomenal and continues late into the night!
• For a unique stay in Madrid, check in to the Hotel Fenix Gran Melia, rated “Fabulous” by guests with stunning views and one of the most famous rooftop bars in the city.

The best places to view the parade.

• While many love to be in the thick of the Madrid Pride parade, some of the best vantage points to view the Madrid pride parade are along the hotel room balconies dotted along Paseo Del Prado.
• Some of the best views can be had at the 5 Star NH Collection Madrid, the NH Madrid Nacional and for those looking for an apartment stay, 60 Balconies Urban Stay.

Circuit Parties and Night Club Events during Madrid Pride

• The week leading up to the main pride parade sees some of the biggest circuit party names take over stadiums, parks and hotel pools for some of the most anticipated dance events of the year.
• My Pleasure is Madrid’s hottest fetish and electronic parties with a unique vibe and world class DJs.
• WE Party Week is one of the most popular festivals with more than 8 different events spread out over 6 days.
• SLEAZY Madrid hosts the biggest gay fetish and sex parties of the Summer.
• VIVA Pop Festival is a 4 day festival offering something different from the circuit scene.
• Mordisko a 100% gay party featuring the sexiest, scruffiest, beefiest guys in the city.
• Tanga party, is one of the gay Madrid’s most popular parties takes place at the Barceló Theatre. Different rooms with pop, commercial, funky, and techno music. Shows and special performances.
• M3N Party a special pride edition at Chango club with an international lineup of DJs.
• Check out our guide to Gay Madrid for more on where to party, play and stay.

DLRO Party

• Open every Pride day from 8:30 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. DLRO offers good music and the best atmosphere in town.

Black and White Party

• Nightly, Live pride with the best music and the best shows in the most emblematic place in all of Chueca, Black & White

Where to stay in Gay Madrid?

The following Madrid hotels are currently trending with our readers. All are close to the city’s top attractions and the gay district.

NH Collection,   Iberostar,    Room Mate Oscar,    H10 Villa de la Reina