Event Dates
From: Monday, April 1, 2024
To: Sunday, April 14, 2024
Long famous for its tolerant and welcome attitude to gay people from around the world Miami Beach Gay Pride first took place in 2009.
Miami Beach Gay Pride is an extraordinary ten-day event that features a Beach Party and a Festival & Parade with more than 125 LGBT-friendly vendors and businesses, exciting celebrities, musical performances, refreshments, food and a family-friendly play area.
- Visiting for Miami Pride? Book your stay early. The event attracts hundreds of thousands each year. Stay in South beach close to all the pride events and activities.
Miami Pride
- Miami Beach Gay Pride has grown into the largest event of the year in Miami Beach attracting more than 80,000 people from all walks of life, all parts of the country, and all age groups.
- The pride festivities culminate in the final weekend of the event featuring a colourful pride parade and two days of parties in Lummus park with live shows, drag performances and a dance stage.
- Stay at Loews Miami Beach Hotel, just 1-minute walk to the beach, featuring spacious rooms, a beautiful pool, and sweeping beach views.
Flag Raising and Parade of Lights
- Awaiting dates – Celebrate the official Miami Beach Pride Gay Flag Rising ceremony followed by an evening of “Pride Lights the Night” where the beach front’s iconic buildings will light up in the colours of the rainbow.
Miami Beach Pride Festival
- April 13th and 14th, 2024 – The Miami Beach Pride evening Dance Festival and VIP Gala takes place on the final Saturday and Sunday of the event in Lummus park.
- Confirmed DJs for the North Stage include DJ Abel, Dan Slater and AJ Reddy.
- Stay close to the park at the Tony Hotel South Beach with state of the art amenities and art-deco designed rooms.
Pride Parade
- April 14th, 2024 – The main event, The Miami Beach Pride Parade completes the festivities on the final Sunday.
- The Parade starts at 12 midday and runs the length of Ocean Drive along the Art Deco district. The spectators start to line the streets at about 10am to get the best spots, remember to take water with you so you don’t dehydrate.
- Check out the hotels on Ocean Drive with views of the parade.
Pool Parties
- Awaiting dates – Sweet Spot Miami Beach Pride Edition Rooftop party, traditionally one of the first events.
- Continue the pool vibes after the even with a stay at the fabulous Local House, a 4 star hotel with excellent perks and a sublime rooftop pool.
Garden Party
- Awaiting dates – Hotel Gaythering hosts “In The Wyld, A garden of Eve Preview Party”.
- The Hotel Gaythering, is men-only,“Fabulous” rated hotel, home to some of the hottest pre-drinks parties in Miami with comfortable rooms a self service spa, steam room and sauna.
Circuit Parties
- Awaiting dates
- Urge Miami hosts the biggest Saturday Night Pride Party from 9 pm to 4 am.
- Finally don’t miss the LPN After parties, the perfect way to keep the party going late.
- Climax Miami hosts a weekend of circuit parties together with LPN, including the official Beach pride after hours on Saturday morning from 4am , and the WFT closing party on Sunday night from 1o pm.
Gay Miami
- The South Beach district in Miami Beach is the heart of the city’s gay scene. Start your visit at the LGBT Visitor Center for information to enrich your gay vacation.
- If you’re a beach lover, head to the beach between 11th and 12th streets, a popular gay hangout. The gaybourhood is home to two popular gay hotels, AxelBeach Miami and Hôtel Gaythering.
- Looking to party? Check out South Beach gay nightlife mainstay Twist and the newer Nathan’s Bar. No visit to Miami Beach is complete without a stop at the beachfront Palace Bar and Restaurant, best known for its wild weekend drag brunches.
- Many visitors head to Wilton Manors in Fort Lauderdale with world-class nightlife options.
Recommended Hotels in Miami
The following hotels are close to the bars and clubs in South Beach as well as the parade route and pride park.
The Setai, The Marlin Hotel, Waldorf Towers, President Hotel
Check out our insider guide on Gay Miami for tips on the best places to dine, stay and play.
Where to stay close to all the gay bars,
Book your hotel in South Beach!
The Kimpton Vero Beach, is our choice
in Miani with great pool and beach views.
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The gay scene in Miami is centred around South Beach. The gay beach is located at 12th Street and Ocean Drive. It is not too difficult to find, with the rainbow flags marking the territory between two chair rental spots.
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Located directly on the beach in Miami’s famous Art Deco district, this resort offers yoga and tai-chi classes. Suites are furnished in Asian-style décor. Free WiFi and an iPod docking station are provided in every spacious suite at The Setai, Miami Beach. Rooms are equipped with espresso and coffee facilities along with a minibar.
The white sands of South Beach are steps away from this boutique hotel. Features include free high speed WiFi, rooms with a 55-inch flat screen TV, and a fully-stocked minibar. Blackout drapes, a spacious closet, and premium blankets and bedding come standard at The Marlin Hotel
Designed in 1937, this restored hotel is located on famed Ocean Drive, directly across from the beach and 14 minutes’ walk from the shops, nightlife, and restaurants of Espanola Way. Free WiFi, a flat-screen TV, and minibar come standard in every Room Mate Waldorf Towers guest room
The Balfour Hotel is located on Ocean Drive, home to many shopping, dining, and entertainment options. Guests will find concierge services and valet parking in this design hotel a stocked mini-bar in each of their modern rooms. A 40-inch flat-screen TV and free WiFi are also included.
Miami Beach Gay Pride 2018: Parade
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When you stay at this beach resort you can enjoy umbrellas and sun loungers. All 138 rooms offer room service, premium bedding, and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Guests will also find espresso makers, hair dryers, and safes.
At Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel, an IHG Hotel, hit the beach, dine onsite at Social Club, or enjoy a drink at one of the hotel’s 2 bars/lounges. All 186 rooms feature modern comforts like free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and iPod docking stations
At The Betsy – South Beach, hit the beach, dine onsite at LT Steak and Seafood, or enjoy a drink at one of the hotel’s 2 bars/lounges. All 130 individually decorated rooms feature free WiFi and iPod docks. Comforts include Frette Italian sheets and pillow menus,
Catch some rays at the beach or spend the day relaxing at The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach’s full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the resort’s 3 restaurants. All 376 individually decorated rooms feature pillowtop beds and iPod docks. Guests can enjoy deep soaking tubs