Event Dates
From: Saturday, August 10, 2024
To: Sunday, August 11, 2024
Pink Sunday is one of the most iconic Antwerp Pride celebrations featuring show queens, DJs and dancers
Pink Sunday is one of the most iconic Antwerp Pride celebrations featuring show queens, DJs and dancers in one unique Sunday Funday Street Party.
- Stay Close to the party at Hotel Riga Antwerp, rated “Excellent” by guests. The boutique venue features stylish and spacious rooms with added luxury touches and a perfect location for exploring the city’s top attractions and parties.
The Event
- Antwerp Pride without Café DeLux would be like a café with no beer.
- For over a decade, this young prince on the Antwerp scene welcomes gays, queers, male, female, young and old to one of the most lovely terraces in one of the most beautiful squares in the city.
Pride Saturday
- Sat 10th Aug, 2024 – Pride Saturday from 2 pm with guest DJs.
- After the Parade, the sequined and feathered Show Queens take to the stage.
- Expect some dragalicious performances.
Pink Sunday
- Sun 11th Aug, 2024 – The next day on Pink Sunday, DJs play from 1 pm.
- Complete with outdoor bars and resident DJ on Sunday Night, provides the tunes.
- And when the music stops outside, the party continues indoors.
- Stay close to the party at the Gulde Schoen Suite Hotel, rated “Wonderful” by guests featuring stylish interiors, and superior service.
The Venue
- Cafe DeLux Antwerp is located on Melkmarkt 16, Lijnwaadmarkt.
- In the shadow of Antwerp’s towering and luminous Cathedral of Our Lady, among the many restaurants and cafés, you’ll find this lounge-style hot spot with a proper selection of drinks and cocktails. The crowd skews predominantly gay (about 80%) and club-like over the weekend.
- The venue is transformed during the annual pride celebrations with an outdoor stage, lights, speakers, live shows, street dancing and an electric party atmosphere.
- Cafe DeLux is a 4-minute walk from the old town..
- Check out the top hotels in the centre of Antwerp
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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.
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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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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
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