Event Dates
From: Sunday, June 11, 2023
To: Sunday, June 11, 2023
The Nashville Pride Pageant is the kick start to Pride Season and one of the highlights of the pride calendar in the city.
The Nashville Pride Pageant is the kick start to Pride Season and one of the highlights of the pride calendar in the city.
- Church St is one of Nashville’s most popular gay districts and is located in downtown Nashville. Looking to stay in one of the most gay friendly hotels in Nashville? Look no further than the Virgin Hotel with superb facilities and a VIP feel!
The Pageant
- Nashville Pride Pageant is held each year in Play Club and is open to anyone with a spark of creativity and a desire to create a unique persona and a lasting impression.
- You are invited to recreate your favorite celebrity or icon with a unique twist. The competition has a number of unique categories, including Evening wear/Formal wear and talent.
- Nashville Pride Pageant Presentation Is Sex, Drag, and Rock and Roll!!!! Bring your Best Alternative & Edgy wear! Leather, chains, denim and bondage gear allowed, accepted and encouraged!
- Doors Open 7:00 pm Pageant 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
- Super Hero’s vs Super Villains A comic book theme – Marvel/DC etc. Show us the best Super Hero or Villian in you! Your best combo of both will also be accepted
The Venue
- PLAY is Located on Church Street and arguably the best dance club in town featuring an impressive lineup of resident DJs, there is also a killer drag theater featuring weekly guest stars, and, of course, drinks all around. Part of a trio of venues including sister destinations, Tribe and Suzy Wong’s.
- This event is part of the annual Nashville Pride celebrations and typically takes place a few weeks before the main event. Winners feature in the main pride parade.
Gay Nashville
Gay Nashville is trendy but also unusually friendly, the locals are quite easy to meet. A real Southern flavor pervades this sexy, culturally exciting city, especially in the folksy neighborhoods, where most gay establishments can be found.
Gay bars and other venues are clustered in separate areas. All are spread out from one another so you will need to Uber or drive to get from around: Midtown around Church; the West End (near Vanderbilt University) andEast Nashville.
However most visitors will find that this whole city is gay-friendly. If you do want to be in the heart of the action, then try and stay around Church street.
- Those looking to party should check out Play Nightclub at the heart of Church street with great drag shows and beautiful shirtless guys!
- Tribe is a fun gay bar with a country barn/warehouse type feel. Canvas Lounge is great for Karaoke and snacks.
- The dive motel is a city favorite, well known for its epic summer pool parties.
Where to stay in Nashville?
The following hotels are close to Nashville’s top attractions and a short ride from the host venue of the Pride Pageant:
The Hermitage Hotel, The Westin Nashville, Fairlane Hotel, Hyatt House.
Where to stay close to all the gay bars
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
The Hermitage Hotel is our choice
when we visit Nashville for Pride
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The Hermitage Hotel offers accommodation with a restaurant, private parking, a fitness centre and a bar. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation provides a concierge service, a tour desk and ticket service for guests.
The Westin Nashville boasts a spa centre and sauna. The hotel has a fitness centre and indoor pool, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant. Guest rooms feature a 49-inch flat-screen TV and an iPod docking station. Ironing facilities and an in-room safety deposit box are provided. features a keyless entry & 2 on-site restaurants
Fairlane Boutique hotel located in downtown Nashville features retro-modern style guest room and provides a 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, along with a small refrigerator fully stocked with locally-produced snacks. Select rooms also include floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the city. On-site restaurant and coffee shop
Hyatt House Nashville at Vanderbilt features a restaurant, seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre and bar in Nashville. Featuring a shared lounge, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Private parking is available on site. Every room is equipped with a desk and a flat-screen TV.
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Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has 5 bars/lounges and a 24-hour fitness center. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a coffee shop/café, valet parking, and concierge services. All 168 individually decorated rooms feature free WiFi and minibars. Thoughtful touches include pillow menus and bathrobes
3 restaurants, 3 bars/lounges, and a 24-hour fitness center are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a poolside bar, a coffee shop/café, and a rooftop terrace are onsite. All 144 soundproofed rooms feature free WiFi and room service. For a bit of entertainment, flat-screen TVs
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has an outdoor pool and 2 bars/lounges. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a 24-hour fitness center, a poolside bar, and a coffee shop/café are onsite. All 191 rooms offer thoughtful touches like bathrobes and slippers, as well as comforts such as pillowtop beds
A restaurant, a 24-hour fitness center, and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a 24-hour business center, valet parking, and coffee/tea in a common area. All 124 rooms offer free WiFi and free wired Internet, plus room service and TVs with cable channels