Event Dates
From: Sunday, August 11, 2024
To: Sunday, August 11, 2024
Enjoy the ultimate Sunday Funday Party in Antwerp, a 12-hour event to celebrate Antwerp Pride at Bonaparte.
Drama is the ultimate Sunday Funday Party in Antwerp, a 12-hour event to celebrate Antwerp Pride at Bonaparte. Dance with the hottest guys in the bar and on the street as the Party spills out onto Grote Markt.
- Are you visiting Antwerp for this event? Stay in the historic old town centre. The Hotel Julien is a “Superb” rated 4-star hotel located in the heart of the city with delicious breakfast options and a relaxed vibe.
The Party
- Antwerp’s most prominent party promoter, Pannekoek, presents the ultimate closing party at Antwerp Pride.
- The Party runs from 5 pm (outdoors) and moves inside from 11 pm until 6 am and takes over Bonaparte, one of Antwerp’s most famous gay venues.
- Expect a massive theatrical production, drag queens and one of Europe’s most memorable pride after parties.
- The event is part of a weekend of parties and events at Antwerp Aan Het Steen Pride Fest.
The Venue
- The closing party takes over Bonaparte, one of Antwerp’s busiest gay bars. Bonaparte features a karaoke bar, restaurant and club in Grote Markt.
- The Grote Markt of Antwerp is a town square in the heart of the old city quarter.
- It is filled with a grand city hall, numerous elaborate 16th-century guildhalls and many restaurants and cafés.
- The party atmosphere is electric during the pride celebrations. Not to be missed!
- Discover the top hotels closest to the Grote Markt.
Pannekoek
- Pannekoek, a lively Sunday tea dance that combines drinking, pancakes (the crépe-like kind), a primarily male cute crowd and jolly singalong moments, located in the oh-so-central Brasserie Bonaparte, which also does karaoke.
- Overseen by Dimitri, the weekly event typically draws the trendy to the butch, with a poppy playlist that veers from Edith Piaf to Abba, from Madonna and Lady Gaga to David Guetta. Happy ‘Hour’ 8pm-10pm.
- The Pride Edition is like nothing you have ever seen in Antwerp!
Recommended Hotels in Antwerp
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 Hotel Julien is our editors choice when
in Antwerp with its beautiful rooftop views
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Antwerp is small and compact having a beautifully preserved old town in the centre. Having said that bars and clubs (more than 30) are spread out around the city, so its best to find a hotel close to the centre and journey out to your preferred destination. The main club, Red & Blue is located in the harbour. Famous gay monthly parties Studio 54 and Café de Love attract guys from all over Europe so book your accommodation in advance.
Antwerp, Belgium, has a thriving LGBTQ+ community and is known for being a welcoming & hosts several LGBTQ+ events and festivals throughout the year. The most prominent of these is Antwerp Pride, which typically takes place in August. Antwerp Pride includes a colorful and lively parade, parties, cultural events, and a sense of celebration and inclusivity that brings together locals and visitors alike.
Antwerp’s Red Light District is home to several gay bars and clubs. It can be a lively area for nightlife, offering a mix of entertainment options.
This trendy district is home to many bars & clubs, including gay venues. You can find a mix of nightlife options, from stylish cocktail bars to dance clubs.
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We have chosen hotels in Antwerp that keep you close to all the shops,restaurants & bars
The guest rooms are situated in 2 historic buildings and have a modern style. They are equipped with a bath or rain shower and free Wi-Fi. You can relax in the lounge area with books and magazines or have a drink in the bar. The spa is located in the 16th century cellars and offers a steam bath, sauna and rain shower.
This hotel offers light and spacious rooms as well as a luxurious suite. All units have individual climate control as well as a flat-screen TV. Some of the deluxe rooms and suites also come with a private terrace. The breakfast buffet offers a variety of hot and cold choices
The spacious, air-conditioned rooms at Hilton Antwerp Old Town feature Serenity bedding and have a 32-inch flat-screen TV. Each room includes a large desk with an ergonomic chair and a marble bathroom with a bath and separate shower. Coffee and tea facilities are provided.
This elegant boutique hotel offers luxurious design with 16th century architecture, a 2-minute walk from Grand Place. Each of the rooms at hotel Matelote benefits from free wired internet and a flat-screen TV. “They also have coffee, tea making facilities and mineral water. The bathrooms include The Spa Collection toiletries.