Event Dates
From: Saturday, August 12, 2023
To: Sunday, August 13, 2023
Pride DeLux Antwerp 2023
Pink Sunday is one of the most iconic Antwerp Pride celebrations featuring show queens, DJs and dancers
Pride DeLux Antwerp 2023
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 Parties
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.
- Sat 13th Aug – Pride Saturday from 2 pm with DJ Digna and DJ Nick Van Acker.
- After the Parade, the sequined and feathered Show Queens take to the stage.
- Expect some dragalicious performances of Sally Monella, Youna Mystica and Skay Hentay.
- Sun 14th Aug – The next day on Pink Sunday, DJ Digna plays from 1 pm.
- Featuring shows by Sederginne, Patty Pam Pam, Miss Reggy B and Skyla Versai.
- Complete with outdoor bars and DJ Joey, the 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
The gay bars and clubs in Antwerp are a little spread,
Here are the hotels we recommend that have good reviews and keep you close to all the action
Recommended Hotels
Where to stay close to all the gay bars
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
Where we stay!
The Hotel Julien is our editors choice when
in Antwerp with its beautiful rooftop views
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Gay Map of Antwerp
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.
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de Gulde Schoen
4 Star, Exceptional
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a meeting room. Additionally, concierge services, dry cleaning, and a 24-hour front desk are onsite. All 9 rooms feature thoughtful touches like bathrobes and slippers, living rooms and dining areas. Free WiFi and Netflix are standard, as are flat-screen TVs with cable channels.
Hotel Colvenier
4 Star, Homely
A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and self parking are available at this smoke-free aparthotel. Additionally, concierge services, tour/ticket assistance, and a front-desk safe are onsite. The apartment provides a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. Conveniences include a washer/dryer and a living room
Hotel De Witte Lelie
4 Star, Great Value
This smoke-free hotel features a bar/lounge, self parking, and a business center. Additionally, dry cleaning, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk are onsite. All 11 rooms feature thoughtful touches like bathrobes and slippers, plus free WiFi and TVs with cable channels. Guests will also find iPod docks, sitting areas, and minibars.
Hotel FRANQ
4 Star, Location
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a fitness center, and a snack bar/deli, a conference center, self parking, and 24-hour room service are onsite. All 42 soundproofed rooms feature free WiFi and 24-hour room service. For a bit of entertainment, flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, espresso makers and slippers.
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Hotel Julien, 4 Star
Our Preference
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.
Rubens-Grote Markt
4 Star, Very Central
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
Hilton Hotel, 4 Star
Shopping & Partying
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.
Hotel Matelote, 3 Star
Boutique & Central
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.
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