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Porta Venezia, the heart of the gay district in Milan, hosts “Pride Square” along with one of the stylish and sexiest pride parades in Europe.
The Milano Pride is a parade and festival held at the end of June each year in Milan, Italy, to celebrate the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people and their allies. Milan is one of the cities displaying the widest variety of LGBT friendly clubs in Italy, but the week with the greatest amount of LGBT friendly events is the week of Milano Gay Pride.
- Are you visiting Milan? Stay in the Porta Venezia district, home to the city’s bustling gay bar scene and take a taxi to the club. Stay at the World hotel Cristoforo Colombo, rated “Fabulous” by guests, just steps from the bars with opulent rooms and perfect location.
The Venues
- Pride Week takes place in the city centre. During that week, many gay cultural events take place mainly in Casa dei Diritti (House of Rights).
- The parade takes place on the last Saturday of the event.
Milan Pride Square
- Thursday & Frinday – Awaiting dates – Porta Venezia, the heart of the gay district in Milan, hosts “Pride Square” where vendors sell food and drink with live concerts and performances. Previous events have attracted more than 150,000 people to the parade and after parties.
- Milan Pride Square takes place in Lazzaretto, Lavater, Santa Francesca Romana: a festival of events in three squares in Porta Venezia with talks, debates, art and culture, as well as spaces dedicated to health and prevention.
- Stay close to the square and the pride events at the World Hotel Cristoforo Colombo, highly-rated for its breakfasts and location.
Milan Pride Main Event
- Saturday – Awaiting dates – The parade will start from Piazza Repubblica at 4:00 pm to then continue along Via della Liberazione, Via Melchiorre Gioia, the Bastioni di Porta Nuova, piazza XXV Aprile, the Bastioni di Porta Volta and viale Elvezia, until it arrives in front of the Arena where the parade on foot will cross the park to reach the Arco della Pace , where the grand finale event will take place.
- The parade kicks off at 16.00 and ends several hours later, finishing with a speeches, live acts and after party.
- Upgrade your Milan trip and party like a fashionista at the Château Monfort, one of the city’s best boutique hotels in the historic quarter.
Parade After Party
- On stage, from 6:30 pm until midnight, numerous guests and music for a great celebration of freedom, open to everyone.
- Five hosts will present this edition: Marta Pizzigallo, Alessio Viola, Elena Di Cioccio, Paolo Camilli, and Victoria Cabello.
- Among the artists who will perform until midnight, we have: Baby K, Orietta Berti, Malika Ayane, Coma_Cose, Ariete, Angelina Mango, Kaze, Antonino, Santi Francesi, Big Boy, Ginevra, Italy Bares, Ethan, KAPUT, MyDrama, Yosef , Evra, Blue Phelix, Osvaldo Supino, Matteo Romano, Luigi Strangis, Protopapa with Drama.
Milan Gay Parites
- Milan is home to some of Italy’s biggest one-off, weekly and special edition parties. Most clubs are a 15-20 minute drive from the gay bars in the centre of Milan.
- One Way Club – Popular Friday/Saturday night party at Bar Fiorani.
- Vogue Ambition – A mix of over-the-top shows, Italian and international pop on weekends at Q Club.
- Fluid Party – Pop-up party created by legendary DJ Phil Romano.
- La Boum – Sexy guys, great music and guest DJs in a cool industrial wharehouse.
Gay Milan – Popular Venues
Unsurprisingly, the most vibrant part of Milan during Pride is located along the city’s gay bars in Porta Venezia. The following bars are some of the most popular:
- Leccomilano – un Buco di bar is one of the city’s top gay attractions. Its creative cocktails with allusive names are made from biological products by expert bartenders. The bar is a hot spot, especially at weekends when it hosts several theme parties with guest DJs.
- Mono Bar – Retro gay cocktail bar with an international allure as visitors chill on vintage furniture, enjoy excellent cocktails and listen to curated music by local DJs.
- NoLoSo – Located in Northern Loreto, NoLoSo is a colourful gay bar featuring a nightly aperitivo buffet, Sunday brunch & weekend DJs.
- Club Plastic – Iconic gay disco since the 80s known for its posh vibe and alternative artists and stars.
- Bar Basso – The hottest bar in town for everyone. Neither new nor trendy, its pink interior, mirrored walls and chandeliers remain unchanged for decades. Famous for its Negroni Sbagliato, a twist on the classic. In place of gin, though, the Sbagliato version uses sparkling wine.
Milan Pride Week
- Featuring parties, events, concerts and cultural activities.
- Awaiting dates – The Porta Romana neighborhood which, thanks to Serravalle Designer Outlet , becomes The District of Joy with a schedule full of events.
- For seven days , meetings, dance performances, yoga sessions, concerts and shows are held around Ravizza Park , all open to the public and free.
Where to stay in Milan
Here are the hotels we recommend that have good reviews and keep you close to all the action
Where to stay close to all the gay bars
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
The Senato Hotel Milano It is our
preferred hotel close to the gay bars
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Milan Gay Pride, visit The Website
Milan is one of the cities that displays the widest variety of LGBT friendly clubs in Italy. Most of the busiest gay bars and clubs are mostly are in the Porta Venezia District. This central area is close to the gay venues on Via Sammartini and Corso Buenos Aires, Milan’s most important shopping area. Transport links at the Central Station make it easy to get around the city.
Corso Concordia 1, 20129 Milano, Italy
This 5-star boutique hotel is located in Milan's historic centre, an 8-minute walk from Piazza San Babila and the fashion area of Via Montenapoleone. Each room offers elegant parquet floors, an LCD TV, and free Wi-Fi.
Château Monfort is set in a historic building. The rooms are themed after different fairy tales and nursery rhymes. The mix of antique details and modern facilities makes for a unique, glamorous chic style.
Corso Buenos Aires 3, 20124 Milano, Italy
Located on
, Worldhotel Cristoforo Colombo is just 20 m from Porta Venezia Metro Station, on Milan's red line. It features a spa, and air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.The hotel is set in a historic building from the late 19th century. The classically furnished rooms feature parquet floors, a work desk with smart TV and internet access. A bathrobe and slippers are at guests' disposal.
Via Lazzaretto 5, 20124 Milano, Italy
NH Milano Machiavelli is a 5-minute walk from Porta Venezia and Repubblica
and shopping street. It offers , free Wi-Fi throughout and a varied .Rooms at the Machiavelli have a contemporary interior design with elegant wooden floors and light colour schemes. Each room comes with a satellite TV with pay-per-view channels, safety-deposit-box and minibar. The bathrooms are complete with free toiletries and hairdryers.
Via Santo Spirito 20, 20121 Milano, Italy
The 4-star Hotel Manzoni is located in the fashionable
area of Via Montenapoleone, is a 15-minute walk from the the Sforzesco Castle. It offers a well-equipped fitness area, plus elegant rooms with free WiFi.All decorated with refined wood floors, rooms at Manzoni Hotel feature an LCD TV, along with a minibar and an elegant private bathroom.
Via Vittor Pisani, 13, 20124 Milano MI, Italy
Featuring a spa bath, Beautiful & Relaxing flat includes 2 bedrooms, a living room and a TV, an equipped kitchen with a dining area, and 2 bathrooms with a bidet and Free toiletries. Free WiFi
Via Melzo, 12, 20129 Milano MI, Italy
Located in Milan in the Lombardy region All units are equipped with air conditioning, and some have a flat-screen TV, washing machine, a kettle, completed with a kitchen. Air conditioning and Free WiFi
Galleria Buenos Aires, 11, 20124 Milano MI, Italy
Splendid house is situated in the Stazione Centrale district of Milan, the air-conditioned apartment is composed of 2 separate bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom. A flat-screen TV is offered.
Viale Regina Giovanna, 12, 20129 Milano MI, Italy
The apartment features 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a bidet. Air conditioning, a balcony, and city views. Free WiFi
Via Giovanni Paisiello 4, 20131 Milano, Italy
Gay Cruise bar on the ground floor, cruising labyrinth in the basement and dress code area on the upper floor.
Via Oropa 3, 20132 Milano, Italy
Cruising club in the northeast of Milan, in the same building as the Fenix Sauna.
Via Padova, 21, 20127 Milano MI, Italy
A big gay night club with rgular events
Via Alfonso Gatto, 20134 Milano MI, Italy
Cool gay club! Big space with 2 floors, drag queen shows, nice facilities and good drink prices
Via Napo Torriani, 12, 20124 Milano MI, Italy
A gay cruising bar on 3 floors, with two bars offering a video room, changing room & darkroom
Via Valtorta 19, 20127 Milano, Italy
The Hardest gay club in Italy welcomes you to enjoy the hottest parties ever. Here everything is possible, be naked and have sex
Via Calabria 5, 20158 Milano, Italy
Gay cruise bar, check the Bangalov website for their weekly agenda.
Via Lecco 29, 20124 Milano, Italy
Gay cafe bar
Via Giovanni Battista Sammartini 23, 20125 Milano, Ital
Fun Gar bar popular with a younger crowd offering Drag shows and strippers.
Bastioni di Porta Venezia Milano, Italy
A gay chiringuito in the park very popular, open in the summer April till September.
Via Lecco 6, 20124 Milano, Italy
Laid back gay bar with a Retro-style and with live DJ
Via Lecco 5, 20124 Milano, Italy
A small gay bar, gets packed at weekends
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Milano Pride 2017
Milan, as a global fashion and cultural hub, is known for its open-mindedness and acceptance. While specific LGBTQ+ spaces and events exist, the city’s inclusive attitude means that LGBTQ+ individuals and couples can generally explore and enjoy various areas without feeling out of place.
Famous for its picturesque canals & a lively nightlife scene. It hosts various gay-friendly venues, bars, & events.
A trendy neighborhood known for its artistic street art & alternative vibe. With some gay bars, cafes, & shops.