Event Dates
From: Thursday, June 1, 2023
To: Monday, June 5, 2023
One Magical Weekend 2023
The event is the largest annual gay celebration held anywhere outside of city Pride marches.
One Magical Weekend 2023
Orlando takes the magic up a notch in June each year with the One Magical Weekend at Disney event. The world famous resort of Disneyland undergoes a gay transformation of pool parties, circuit events and the annual Red Shirt Pride Day. And the party continues each day with some epic pool parties.
Where to stay during One Magical Weekend?
- The Host Hotel, Sheraton Lake Buena Vista sells out well in advance. In our opinion, there are better hotels nearby. (the hotel as has a 7.4 rating).
- The Candlewood Suites – Rated “Superb” by guests, the 3-star hotel is just a short 10 minute uber to most of the parks and offering a spacious outdoor pool and modern rooms. 2 minutes from the host hotel.
- Sonesta ES Suites Lake Buena Vista – Just 4 minutes from Walt Disney Resort, the Sonesta comes with a heated outdoor pool and offers guests spacious suites with a wide range of apartment-style amenities. 3 minutes from the host hotel.
- Cypress Pointe Resort – Rated “Fabulous” by guests, the resort has year-round pool free parking, spacious apartments and excellent location. 3 minutes from the host hotel.
- Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress – Another “Fabulous” rated hotel, the 4 star Hyatt has all the amenities you need for a perfect vacation, with modern rooms offering excellent balcony views and 6 on site restaurants. 4 minutes from the host hotel.
The Parties
We are awaiting confirmation of the DJ line up and venues, however the following events are expected to return in 2023:
RIPTIDE at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Waterpark
- Friday, June 2, 2023 | 8PM – 2AM – Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Waterpark is converted into a big gay dance party event, Riptide! The park is open until 2am along with some of the most popular rides. So get hot dancing with hot guys in speedos and cool down after in the “Gusher”!
RED Vol. V VARSITY at House Of Blues at Disney Springs
- Saturday, June 3, 2023 | 8PM – 2AM Get into the school spirit at RED Vol. V: VARSITY at House of Blues at Disney Springs. Gear up and get ready to show your true colors with DJ Paulo! With heart thumping sound and euphoric visuals, grab your friends and join us at the game! DRESS CODE: Show your RED Athletic Spirit #GearUp
WIG PARTY at the Sheraton Lake Buena Vista Resort
- Sunday, June 4, 2023 | 9PM – 1AM –Awwwww FREAK OUT and get your groove on at the WIG PARTY onsite at the only official host hotel, Sheraton Lake Buena Vista Resort.
3-Day Therapy Pool Parties at the Sheraton Lake Buena Vista Resort
- Friday, June 2 – Sunday, June 4, 2023 – Enjoy 3-days of sunshine, dancing & cocktails alongside 2 resort-style pools at the Therapy Pool Parties.
Where to Stay?
Here are the hotels we recommend that have good reviews and keep you close to all the action,
Grand Bohemian Hotel, Aloft Orlando, Comfort Suites, Courtyard by Marriott
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Where we stay!
The Hilton Grand offer a superior level
of comfort & style close to all the parties
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Most of the gay bars are in Downtown so we have chosen Hotels close to all the gay bars in this area that have high reviews on booking.com our hotel partner . But please note that none of the gay bars are in walking distance of each other so you will need a car or a taxi.
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Grand Bohemian Hotel
4 Star, Luxury
Grand Bohemian towers over the Arts District in Orlando and has a rooftop swimming pool with panoramic views of the city. It offers luxurious accommodation and 2 fine dining restaurants. The guest rooms have lush velvet drapes and deeply toned Java wood. They come with a 37” flat-screen television
Aloft Orlando
3 Star, Great Location
Located in the Orlando city centre, this hotel offers an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi. The Amway Center, a sporting and concert arena, is located 5 minutes’ drive from the property. A cable TV, small refrigerator, and coffee-making facilities are featured in all Orlando Aloft rooms.
Comfort Suites
3 Star, Great Value
A complimentary hot breakfast buffet, outdoor pool, and rooms with free WiFi are featured. A flat-screen cable TV, desk, and private bathroom are standard in every Downtown Orlando Comfort Suites room. A microwave, small refrigerator, and wardrobe are also provided.
Courtyard by Marriott
3 Star, Location
All guest rooms are non-smoking guestrooms and feature a cable TV, microwave, and small refrigerator. Some rooms also include a spa bath. With free in-room wireless internet access, on-site laundry facilities, and a fitness centre.Vending machines are also offered for added convenience.
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DoubleTree by Hilton
4 Star, Great Pool
Along with 2 restaurants, this smoke-free hotel has an outdoor pool and 2 bars/lounges. Free theme park shuttle are also provided. Additionally, a fitness center, a poolside bar, and a coffee shop/café are onsite. All 742 shared rooms provide free WiFi, free wired Internet,
Cabana Bay Beach
3 Star, Lots Of Fun
This smoke-free resort features 2 restaurants, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 poolside bars. Free WiFi in public areas and a free theme park shuttle are also provided. Additionally, a fitness center, a bar/lounge, and a coffee shop/café are onsite. All 2200 rooms offer free WiFi, iPod docks, and flat-screen TVs
Hyatt House
3 Star, Readers Choice
A restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free full breakfast, and a free area shuttle are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a poolside bar, and a coffee shop/café are onsite. All rooms provide a refrigerators & microwaves
SpringHill Suites
3 Star, Modern Classic
This hotel features a restaurant, a fitness center, and dry cleaning. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, free newspapers, a front-desk safe, and free breakfast are onsite. Rooms offer free WiFi.
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