Prague Gay Pride 2023

A Pride – A Party – and a strong Political Message – Prague Pride! 2023

Among nations in Central and Eastern Europe, the Czech Republic stands out as being arguably the most gay-friendly, especially its endearing, pedestrian-friendly, and beautifully preserved capital city, Prague.

• Prague is a busy city, especially in the Summer. Stay in the old town close to all the city’s attractions and bars. The Julius Prague is rated “Exceptional” by guests with deluxe suites and studios, modern decor and superb location.

Prague Highlights 2023

Prague Pride features a week long series of events, parties and activities ending with a colorful pride parade on the final Saturday of the festivities.

• Prague Bear Summer hosts a series of events and parties including beach events sauna parties and bear nights.
• OMG Party Prague is hosted by the biggest party promoter in the city, OMG and is one of the biggest gay events in Central Europe.
• Pioneer Prague Official Prague Pride After party is a fun event in a unique location under the stars. Highly recommended.

Prague Pride Village

• Monday 7th August 2023 – The traditional opening concert and the best party at the Pride Village on Strelecky Island with music and shows from 6pm until 10pm in the Pride Village.
• The Pride village also hosts the Pride after party once the Pride in the Park events end at 10pm.
• Strelecky Island is romantic location hidden in the shade of mature trees in the heart of city under the Legion Bridge enchants visitors with its old-time atmosphere and exceptional views of the city directly from the surface of the Vltava River. The island is an 11-minute ride share or 20-minute walk from Prague Old Town,
• The Pride Village hosts a week long series of concerts.
• Stay right by the Strelecky Island and enjoy the “suite-life” at the Superb rated NN6 Luxury Suites offering river views, high-end amenities and perfect location for exploring the best of Prague.

Prague Pride Parade 2023

• Saturday 12th August 2023 – On the final Saturday of Prague Pride, the parade will start from Wenceslas Square at 12.30 pm,  setting off on a three-kilometer route towards Letná Park. Buses will be provided up the stairs. The parade takes approximately 3 hours to make its way through the streets of the city.
• The exact route is as follows:  Passing through Na Příkopě Street, turn into Celetná Street on Republic Square (náměstí Republiky) and then go all the way to Old Town Square.
• Continuing through Pařížská Street, over the Čechův Bridge and up the stairs to Letná Park. The park is famous for its amazing views of the river Vltava and all the bridges down below.
• Stay close to the pride park after party and enjoy stunning views over the river and Prague Castle at The President Hotel. The hotel offers guests spacious rooms and a sublime spa, pool and wellness centre.

The Pride Park and After Party

• Saturday 12th August 2023 – Letná Park – Featuring 6 stages with a music program, lots of stands with not only food and drinks, and an unforgettable atmosphere up until 10 pm.
• Shows run on the hour and start at 3 pm on the Main Stage, 4pm on the Orange Stage (Czech Music and Drag),  3pm on the Yellow stage (Czech Queer Club Scene),  3pm on the Green Stage (Focus Poland), 3pm on the Blue Stage (Drum & Love) and 4pm on the Purple Stage (Community Zone)
• At the end of the parade, the party continues in Střelecký Island. Here you will find three DJ stages, plenty of beer, cocktails and great food,  in the gay village.
• Prague Gay Pride continues to show the way for Eastern European Nations attracting hundreds of thousands of partygoers each year.

Top Attractions in Prague

• Prague is a great city for sightseeing. Try and take some time to see the some of what the city has to offer like Prague Castle, The Astronomical Clock, The Municipal House, Old Town’s Jewish Quarter and the Dancing Building, to name just a few of the wonderful things you should take the time to see.

Where to stay in Gay Prague

• Stay in the old town of Prague as this makes a good base to explore the city. Prague’s gay bars and clubs a little spread out, but most are within walking distance from the old town, and the others just a short taxi ride away.

The following Prague Hotels are currently trending with our readers. All are close to the pride celebrations:

Hotel Rott,   U Prince Hotel,   Perla Hotel,   Boutique Hotel Seven Days