Marseille Gay Pride 2024

Pride Marseille

Celebrate Pride in Marseille, a two-week event culminating in a colourful pride parade through the city’s streets.

• Are you visiting Marseille for Pride? Stay at Hôtel La Residence du Vieux Port. Situated on the Vieux-Port, it’s close to all the Pride celebrations. We love its sweeping views of the Cathedral and convenient location. The hotel’s on-site restaurant serves delicious breakfasts with a wide range of fresh produce. Highly recommended.

The Event

• Next Edition – Friday June 21st – Sunday July 7th, 2024
• Each year, the city of Marseille celebrates Pride from late June to Early July.
• Pride events include a series of parties, cultural parades, exhibitions and discussions.
• As the second largest city in France, expect some epic events, including the official opening concert, La Friche Belle de Mai.
• Marseille has a constantly changing gay scene with a variety of gay-friendly venues and districts.
• Upgrade your Marseille experience at Hotel C2, rated “Excellent” by guests, located in a stunning 19th-century mansion. We love the hotel’s period features and its perfect location, just a stroll from the Old Port in the heart of the city.

The Parade

• Saturday, July 6, 2024 – Awaiting confirmation of the official route.
• The parade route typically starts at 2 pm. The parade ends at 6 pm at L’Hôtel de Ville, Marseille’s city hall.
• People gather at Vieux-Port and proceed through central streets.
• Thousands of people participate in the parade along with “Les Chars”, colourful floats and elaborately decorated trucks with DJs, music and sexy guys.

Post Parade Celebrations

• Saturday, July 6, 2024 – From 6 pm at L’Hôtel de ville
• Festivities continue as the parade arrives at the City Hall.
• Events run until 9 pm with concerts and performances.
• Stay close to the pride celebrations at the Hotel Dieu, a majestic hotel offering some of the city’s most spectacular views, stylish rooms, high-end amenities and great location.

Official Pride Party

• Saturday, July 6, 2024 – Friche Belle de Mai, From 11 pm – At La Cartonnerie.
• Enjoy a spectacular Pride after party at Friche Belle de Mai, a former tobacco factory.
• The venue has been transformed into a centre for contemporary art, performance, music and events.
• Complete with outdoor and rooftop terrace located in the 3rd Arrondissement.
• Take the Tram Line T2 or the Metro M1 (Cinq Avenues stop – Longchamp), followed by a 15-minute walk.

Gay Marseille

• Marseille is divided into 16 municipal arrondissements. Popular Districts include Vieux-Port, the Historic port and cultural hub and Le Panier, the Old town with charming streets.
• Le Cours Julien (6th Arrondissement) is a neighbourhood known for its vibrant nightlife, street art, and LGBTQ+-friendly bars and cafes.
• La Plaine & La Belle de Mai is a trendy district with a more diverse vibe and worth visiting.
• Mont Rose Beach (Tata Beach Marseille) is the most popular gay beach in Marseille, located near the picturesque Parc des Calanques.
• Stay close to the gay district of Le Cours at Boutique Hôtel Provencia, rated “Excellent” by guests. We love its fresh designer rooms, delicious breakfast and a short walk to the bars and the old town.

Popular Gay Bars

• Le Pulse – Open from Tuesday to Saturday, offering weeknight events, live music, and weekend parties. During summer, they extend to the outdoor plaza of Cours Julien/
• L’Annexe Bar – A gay bar with sexy bar staff with outdoor seating and late night dancing.

Saunas

• Les Thermes Sauna Masculin – Gay Sauna with a spacious swimming pool, dry sauna, and video rooms open until 2 am. Weekly events include Thursday naked parties and La Cruise Wednesdays.
• Cargo Sauna – The four floors of the facility include group showers, lounge areas, a Finnish sauna, a swimming pool, a jacuzzi, and a smoking room. Conveniently located right near the Vieux Port, Cargo is super easy to get to from anywhere in Marseille.

Gay-Friendly Restaurants

• La Villa – is a Mediterranean-French restaurant renowned for its seafood and mouth watering gourmet pizzas.
• Restaurant 1860 Le Palais – Offering beautiful port views and a delicious brunch service. They also serve a delightful Bouillabaisse.
• La Cantinetta – Cosy Italian restaurant with a warm atmosphere, serving delicious cocktails and a charming outdoor seating area.

Recommended Hotels in Marseille

Here are the Hotels we recommend that keep you close to all the action,

Hotel C2    InterContinental    Grand Hotel Beauvau    Alex Hotel & Spa