Event Dates
From: Thursday, June 26, 2025
To: Sunday, June 29, 2025
Paris Gay Pride, also know Marche des Fiertes LGBT takes place every year at the end of June in one of the most romantic capitals in the world.
Marche des Fiertés or Paris Gay Pride is a procession in the heart of Paris. The parade is vast, taking approximately 4 hours to wind its way through the city streets. The entire Marais district, home to most of the city’s LGBT bars, restaurants, and boutiques, hosts nonstop Pride themed parties throughout the weekend.
- Stay in Le Marais, close to all the popular gay bars and parties. The Jules & Jim Hotel is located in a former 18th century precious metals factory with designer rooms and romantic views over the city’s rooftops.
Paris Pride Parade
- Saturday – June 28th, 2025 – Paris Pride kick starts the Summer season of parties and events in the city. More than 700,000 spectators and participants attend the gay parade, which begins on Saturday at 1.30 pm.
- Stay just steps from the parties and parade at Le Général Hôtel, rated “Superb” by guests and featuring spacious rooms, a modern gym and excellent service.
Parade Route
- Paris Pride March typically starsts from the station Michel Bizot in the 12th arrondissement at 1.30pm, making its way to the Place de la République, via the Avenue Daumesnil, rue de Lyon, Boulevard Beaumarchais and the Boulevard du Temple.
- Departing: Michel Bizot metro, Avenue Daumesnil, Rue de Lyon, Place de la Bastille, Boulevard Beaumarchais, Boulevard du Temple, Arrival: Place de la République
- Along the route, you will encounter thousands of hot Parisiennes and international visitors dressed from head to toe in drag, in beads, wigs, feather boas, glitter, tiny shorts and not much else!
- Note – Motorised floats are set to return to the Pride parade this year after last year’s absence.
Paris Pride – Tips to remember
- Be aware, sometimes the parade starts late (up to an hour), so pace yourself for a full day of fun and festivities.
- If you plan on staying for the entire event, bring some water and snacks and don’t forget your sunscreen. Temperatures rise in June, and the weather is often quite humid.
- Many metro stations are closed during the event, so check the RATP app before heading out.
Paris Pride Afterparty at The Grand Podium
- The procession finishes at Place de la Republique and continues with a Pride celebration from 5 pm until 10 pm.
- The party spills out into adjoining streets to the many nearby gay cafes, bars and clubs.
After parties in Le Marais
- The busy gay bars are within walking distance of the Place de la République, where the march/rally typically ends.
- If you are tired after the parade, you can easily hop on Metro Line 3 at République, get off at Arts et Métiers and walk (10-15 min) to the main streets of the Marais and enjoy the parties.
- The busiest streets include Rue des Ecouffes, Rue du Temple, and Rue Vieille du Temple.
- Stay close to the pride after parties at Le Général Hôtel featuring designer rooms, and rated “Wonderful” by guests.
Popular Gay Bars After the Parade
- The following bars offer a diverse range of options for most visitors and host post-parade parties and special pride events:
- Cox – Enjoy “L’Apero d’After” at one of the city’s top gay bars and home to the horniest boys.
- Open Café – in the heart of the Marais, always draws gay crowds, primarily men.
- Les Souffleurs – For hip and trendy young boys and their friends.
- Banana Cafe – Drag lovers and hot gogos gather at for an evening of dancing and fun.
- Le Cud Bar – Popular with Late night party lovers looking for after-hours excitement.
Where to stay
Paris is one of Europe’s most expensive cities. Plan your trip well ahead to get the best rate possible. Our top choices for Paris during pride include:
- Jules & Jim – former 18th century precious metals factory in the heart of le Marais with designer rooms and romantic views over the city’s rooftops.
- Hotel Dupond-Smith – Located in a quiet neighbourhood with a sleek design and all-day breakfast options.
- Hotel Vernet – If you want to be in the heart of Paris, consider the Vernet. Stylish rooms and minutes from the Golden Triangle.
- Hotel des Grands Boulevards – Boutique 4 star hotel combining 18th-century elegance with a quirky edge and home to a sublime cocktail bar.
Pride Circuit Parties
A series of spectacular circuit parties, balls, parties and events take place across Paris in the gay district of Le Marais in the week leading up to Paris Gay Pride.
- Friday – Heaven Paris – One of the most popular Friday night events in the city returns with a special pride edition.
- Saturday – Doctor Love Pride Edition – One of the most popular monthly parties in the city returns to T7 for a special pride edition from 11 pm.
- Saturday – Big Paris Pride – The leading party organiser presents “Super Pride”, Big Wolf, hosts the biggest circuit event during the pride weekend with international DJs, fantastic sound and light shows, and the hottest dancers in Paris.
- Saturday – Les Follivores & Crazyvores – A Paris Classic gay party with over-the-top drag queens, sexy boys and a great mix of music from nostalgic to current hits!
- Saturday – Orgy – Experience the largest “Orgy” party in the history of the event as the horniest night in the city takes over the mythical Bridge Club for a 7-hour feast for the senses.
- Saturday – Bitch Party Paris – Over-the-top theme party with tributes to a different star for each event.
- Saturday – Matinee Paris – Matinee brings its signature party La Leche to Paris during the city’s major celebrations.
Quinzaine des Fiertés – Fortnight of Pride
- Awaiting Dates – Pride events typically kick-off two weeks before the main March.
- The “Fortnight of Pride” includes several parties, conferences, concerts, movie screenings and other activities.
- In 2024 the event kicked off even earlier from the 6th of June.
- The program is typically released very late.
Recommended Hotels in Paris Right Now
The following hotels are located close to the city’s major attractions and have a high review rating:
Ritz Paris, L’Empire Paris, Hôtel Le Relais des Halles, Hotel du Petit Moulin
Where to stay close to all the gay bars
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
The Hotel Duo is our preferred hotel when
staying in Le Marais gay district in Paris.
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The gay district in Paris is located primarily in Le Marais, right in the heart of the city and featuring some of the finest museums and architecture in the French capital.
Hôtel Regina, 2, Place des Pyramides, Quartier du Palais Royal, 1st Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 75001, France
Housed in a 19th-century private mansion, this boutique hotel is a 3-minute walk from the Champs-Elysées and Grand Palais, as well as 200 m from the River Seine and the Montaigne Avenue. It offers free WiFi, spacious and individually decorated rooms with rich fabrics and a restaurant with a glass-roof. A welcome tray with mineral water, coffee and tea is provided.
Hôtel Novotel Paris Les Halles, 8, Place Marguerite de Navarre, Quartier Les Halles, 1st Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 75001, France
The Novotel Paris Les Halles is situated in the heart of Paris. From this hotel, you can go shopping in the nearby districts of Rue de Rivoli, Boulevard Haussmann or Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honore. There are 5 metro lines and 3 RER lines located within a short walk of the hotel. Guest rooms are spacious and equipped with private bathrooms, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, internet connection and air conditioning. Rooms are non-smoking
26 Rue Pierre Lescot, 75001 Paris, France
Located in a
in the centre of , Hôtel Le Relais des Halles Paris is 500 m from the Georges Pompidou Museum. It offers individually decorated rooms with free Wi-Fi access and an antique-style décor.The air-conditioned rooms and suites feature a wardrobe and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer.
duO, 11, Rue du Temple, Quartier Saint-Merri, 4th Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 75004, France
Set in the lively Marais district in central Paris, this design hotel features a sauna and fitness room. It offers air-conditioned guest rooms with free Wi-Fi access and a minibar. Satellite TV and a telephone are standard in each contemporary guest room. Some of the stylish rooms feature a seating area and a private courtyard. A hairdryer is included in the private bathrooms.
19 Rue de Rivoli, 75001 Paris, France
The units come with tiled floors and feature a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a dining area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and a private bathroom with shower and a hairdryer.
56 Rue de la Verrerie, 75004 Paris, France
Offering a living room, with a TV and a DVD, a sound system, a kitchen with a fridge, a dishwasher, a washing machine, On the mezzanine, you will find the king size bed, a bathroom with a shower,
32 Rue des Archives, 75004 Paris, France
Apartments located in the heart of the Marais, one of the liveliest areas of Paris. Restaurants, Shopping, Nightlife !! Luxury designer apartment fully equipped, Air conditioning., Free wifi
18 Avenue Victoria, 75004 Paris, France
The apartment has 5 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 3 bathrooms with a shower. Free WiFi
IDM, 4 Rue du Faubourg Montmartre, 75009 Paris, Paris, 75009, France
IDM is one of Paris largest gay saunas. This gay bathhouse is located next to the city center, in a discreet alley. It extends over 5 floors and is fully air conditioned.
Euro Men's Club, 10 rue Saint-Marc, Paris, 75002, France
The Euro Men's Club opens a new modern and resolutely trendy space. New wellness area, bar, lounges, cinema, smoking room
L'Ange 20, 44 rue des Tournelles, Paris, 75004, France
typical French bistro is located in the heart of the Marais, just a few steps from the “Place des Vosges” and the Saint-Paul Saint-Louis Church. From its small, intimate and cozy dining room, you can see everything that happens in the kitchen.
Thierry, the owner, and his team pay special attention so that you feel at home
13 Rue de la Ferronnerie 75001 Paris,France
Gay Cocktail bar worth a visit 30+
Crazy afterwork, warm vaulted cellar "Piano Bar" Fantastic cocktails
21 Rue Keller, 75011 Paris, France
New bears friendly gay bar in the 11th arrondissement of Paris. Close to the famous Keller Fetish Club.
Open Tuesday-Sunday 18:00 – 02:00
14 Rue Keller, 75011 Paris, France
The legendary gay fetish sex club of Paris for more than 45 years
15, Rue de la Reynie, Quartier Saint-Merri, 4th Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 75004, France
Gay bears bar with Karaoke nights
28, Rue des Archives, Quartier Saint-Gervais, 4th Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 75004, France
This place is the cutest little neighborhood gay bar. Good music, good prices, friendly service
18 Rue Greneta, Quartier de Bonne-Nouvelle, 2nd Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 75002, France
WELCOME TO THE ORGIA !
UNDERGROUND WITH STONE, SEXY LIGHTING, GOOD MUSIC, VERY CLEAN,
ALL IS THERE FOR YOUR PLEASURE !
VERY BIG BED FOR SEX - SLING - GLORYHOLE - NO DOOR CABINS- FREE LUB & CONDOMS
40, Rue des Blancs-Manteaux, Quartier Saint-Merri, 4th Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 75004, France
The Full Metal team welcomes you in 150m2 of cellars right in the heart of Le Marais.
The decoration, lightings and the music create a hot and masculine atmosphere, that you choose to relax at the bar or in one of the two darkrooms, where you will find cabins for the intimate games and urinals for the wet games.
49, Rue des Blancs-Manteaux, Quartier Saint-Merri, 4th Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 75004, France
Gay sex bar with large Darkroom
14 Rue Saint-Merri, 75004 Paris, France
big gay bar with dance floor and fun darkroom
11 - 13 Rue au Maire, 75003 Paris, France
Much loved gay bar with a dance floor
138, Rue du Faubourg Saint-Martin, Quartier Saint-Vincent-de-Paul, 10th Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 75010, France
Fun gay bar with friendly locals. Dark room in the back for those looking for a bit of fun
45, Rue de la Folie-Méricourt, Quartier de la Folie-Méricourt, 11th Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 75011, France
Entre Deux Eaux is the smallest GAY SEX CLUB in Paris, unique GAY CRUISING in Paris, why? it's the only GAY CRUISING where the bartenders are naked. Yes the bartenders are naked like the customer.
15 Rue des Archives 75004 Paris,France
Cox opened in 1995. It is situated right in the heart of the Marais, on one of the Parisian gay quarter's most bustling streets.
The Cox remains one of the busiest and most famous bars in Paris. Its packed outdoor terrace is legendary and the daily Happy Hour has become a Marais institution.
Every day, resident DJs mix up eclectic House sets, and the bar's themed décor is completely refurbished every three months - making the Cox one of the most dynamic bars in the area
28 rue Charlot, Paris, France
Old-school gay bar with caps hanging from the ceiling, with a smoking area & a back room.
34, Rue Charlot, Quartier des Enfants-Rouges, 3rd Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 75003, France
Gay leather & fetish cruising bar
15, Rue des Lombards, Quartier Saint-Merri, 4th Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 75004, France
A friendly gay bar to meet up with friends at aperitif time. The welcome is friendly and the drinks are reasonably priced for Paris.
12, Rue Simon Le Franc, Quartier Saint-Merri, 4th Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 75004, France
A cool and friendly cruising bar in the heart of gay neighborhood with everything you need to spend a nice evening. Selected music, a smoking room, X Movies, and a hot darkroom
7, Rue de la Verrerie, Quartier Saint-Merri, 4th Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 75004, France
Queer and inclusive alternative bar, in the heart of Paris! Djs sets all night long Thursday/Fri/Sat
Bear's Den, 6, Rue des Lombards, Quartier Saint-Merri, 4th Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 75004, France
Very busy Gay bears bar with a terrace, dark room, two dark basements and a dance floor
12 Rue des Haudriettes 75003 Paris,France
The Cud Bar is one of the flagship establishments of the Marais district.
Located in the heart of Paris, this night bar is open every day from 11 p.m. to dawn.
It is the haunt of discerning night owls who like to meet in a warm and intimate place.
Guys of all ages and styles meet there every night, openly Gay Friendly, the Cud Bar attracts party lovers from all over the world.
25 Rue Michel le Comte 75003 Paris,France
Located at the foot of the Arc de Triomphe, Le Duplex is a complex bringing together a Restaurant, a nightclub with different decors and atmospheres
15 Rue Michel le Comte75003 Paris,France
Small but fun Gay Bar offering karaoke
35 Rue Sainte-Croix de la Bretonnerie75004 Paris,France
The freedj, gay bar, a club on two levels very popular and busy
17 Rue des Archives 75004 Paris,France
In the heart of the Marais, its extended terrace is the place to see and be seen
10 Rue de la Verrerie 75004 Paris,France
Great gay bar less crowded than some bars but good fun
23 Rue du Temple 75004 Paris,France
Unmissable place for a night out in Paris. Made famous thanks to its shower-show with hot guys, the RAIDD offers dancers, DJs and different party themes every evening
14 Rue Saint-Merri 75004 Paris,France
Who's gay bar restaurant in the heart of the Marais, subdued lights and trendy decor & cocktails
37 Rue des Lombards 75001 Paris,France
Cool Gay bar with shows, Karaoke and Djs make for a fun night out
41 Rue des Blancs Manteaux 75004 Paris,France
A funl little local gay bar and restaurant
8 Rue des Archives 75004 Paris,France
A Gay caffee bar popular for a drink after work, weekends and on your way to the Paris clubs for a night out
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Marche fiertés Paris.
Paris, the City of Love, flaunts its vibrant gay scene with panache and elegance. Nestled amidst the historic boulevards and charming bistros, the gay bars, clubs, and cafes offer a blend of classic French culture and Romance, no more so than in Le Marais, the city’s primary gay neighbourhood, while the popular 10th and 11th arrondissements are just a 10 to 15 minute walk away.
Less touristy than Le Marais, the 11th is known for its eclectic hipster mix of bars and music venues.
Emerging hotspot for the LGBTQ+ community with a more laid-back feel; home to the scenic Canal Saint-Martin.