Event Dates
From: Friday, Sep 3rd, 2021
To: Friday, Sep 3rd, 2021
ASB Pride In The Park is the biggest event of the Winter Pride New Zealand week and is held at at Queenstown Waterfront attracting more than 15,000 visitors.
ASB Pride In The Park is a FREE public event and is New Zealand’s largest, most colourful, family-friendly LGBTTQ+ celebration. Located along the Queenstown waterfront, ASB Pride In The Park boasts breathtaking views, an enthusiastic crowd, and inspiring talent. The party returns for 2021 as a series of planned pop-ups taking place during the 10 day event.
The event begins at 1pm and ends at 8pm with incredible afternoon of entertainment, pride, and celebration. Stay for as long as you’d like to enjoy the licensed bar areas, food stalls, and live entertainment on the main stage throughout the day. There is truly something for everyone to enjoy. There are NO age restrictions – ALL ARE WELCOME!
Organisers have some amazing talent lined up with DJs and performers from across New Zealand and Australia for one epic street party. The very popular Doggy Drag will be back at 5:00pm and is fun for the whole family! This event is a highlight for locals. Enter your dog and win some fabulous prizes.
Where to Stay?
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 Crowne Plaza is one of our
favourite hotels offering stunning views
For further information and advice on
Pride in the Park The Website
There is no noticeable gay neighborhood in Queenstown and the gay scene is not clustered around any specific streets or scene. While there is no distinct gayborhood in Queenstown, downtown is the urban hub, much like any other city. Everything is within walking distance, and there are several bars and restaurants in downtown.
Offering modern furnishings and stylish interiors, the penthouse apartment features a full kitchen with a double dishwasher, a fridge and a stove. It also comes with 3 separate bedrooms and a cosy lounge area with a fireplace. One private car park is located on the ground floor.
Accommodation will provide you with a balcony, BBQ facilities, and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave. There are private en suite bathrooms and laundry facilities. You can enjoy stunning lake and mountain views. Free WiFi access boasts barbecue facilities and a terrace
Most Central Accommodation in Queenstown!!! No Hills! features air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. This apartment features 1 bedroom, a kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom fitted with a bath or shower.
Located in the heart of Queenstown, close to shops, restaurants and bars, these self-catered apartments feature stunning lake and mountain views from private balconies. Each apartment at Heart of Queenstown has a fully equipped kitchen, air-conditioning, heating and a separate lounge area.
Queenstown putting the Q in LGBTQIA+
Queenstown being a resort town, has some of the best hotels on offer. We have chosen the hotels located within easy walking distance of the downtown area, where you will find the bars and clubs.
The Rees Hotel & Apartments offers lakefront accommodation with private balconies and spectacular views.
Nestled on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, Novotel Queenstown Lakeside is just a 1-minute walk from downtown.
The hotel is a 5-minute walk from the centre, yet its quiet, hillside location offers great views over the lake.
This 4-star hotel offers spacious accommodation and great views over Lake Wakatipu and the mountains.