Event Dates
From: Monday, June 19, 2023
To: Saturday, June 24, 2023
San Antonio Pride 2023
At the end of June, San Antonio hosts what it calls “Pride Bigger Than Texas” which includes the unique annual San Antonio Pride night parade.
San Antonio Pride 2023
At the end of June, San Antonio hosts what it calls “Pride Bigger Than Texas” which includes the unique annual San Antonio Pride night parade.
- Visiting for the event? Stay close to the gay bars and clubs at the Hotel Emma at Pearl, rated “Exceptional” by guests with a stunning outdoor pool, modern gym and stylish rooms.
San Antonio Pride marks the start of the Summer season with a boisterous range of parties and activities that make up LGBTQ Pride. A week long series of events and pre parties lead up to a weekend of fun including block parties, parades and more.
Pride Bigger Than Texas Party
- Saturday June 24th, 2023 – Pride San Antonio takes over Crockett Park and the surrounding area for the annual Pride Bigger Than Texas Parade & Festival on Saturday from 11am to 7pm.
- After a full day of music, food, drinks and live entertainment in the park, the party spills out into the streets for the Rainbow Dash (a one-mile fun run/walk) and the Krystal Kelly Running of the Queens High Heel Race, which takes place 30 minutes prior to the start of the main parade.
San Antonio Pride Main Parade
- Saturday June 24th, 2023 – The San Antonio Pride Parade, featuring floats, marching units and local dignitaries, leaves Crockett Park and heads up along the main strip from 9pm where it ends at N.Main Avenue for the Block Party.
Pride on the Strip Block Party
- Join the San Antonio LGBTQ community as they celebrate Pride on the Strip. The parade comes down the street at 9 p.m. followed by a midnight live stage show with guest DJs, drag acts and stars.The Block Party opens on Saturday and Sunday from 5pm to 5am.
- The best hotels closest to the gay district are found downtown, in the Riverwalk district.
San Antonio Gay Scene
- San Antonio makes for a great get away and is a big city with a small town feel without the attitude of Austin or the big city hassles of Dallas and Houston. Plus a great gay scene. The city is bursting with LGBTQ+ owned businesses – everything from charming Victorian B&Bs, to hip coffee houses, to high-energy nightspots
- Most of San Antonio’s gay nightlife scene takes place on or around “The Strip” of the North Central neighborhood of North Main and San Pedro avenues, in Tobin Hill near San Antonio College, north of downtown.
- Pegasus Bar – Festive LGBT hot spot with drink specials, drag shows, video DJs, outdoor karaoke & a country bar.
- Heat San Antonio – Saturday dance club at 1500 N. Main, great if you like half naked men, after-hours on weekends with all-male revue dancers and guest porn stars and drag shows during big events.
- SA Country Saloon – Hosts a Pride Kick-Off Party with two stages featuring guest acts, live entertainment and top drag artists.
- Bonham Exchange – Hosts SJs, drag shows & drink specials in a beautiful 3-story dance club in a historic venue.
Where to stay in San Antonio
The following hotels are currently trending with our readers. All are close to the city’s gay bars and pride attractions:
Grand Hyatt, The Westin Riverwalk, Hilton Palacio del Rio, Marriott Riverwalk
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Grand Hyatt River Walk
5 Star – Central Location
Grand Hyatt San Antonio boasts an outdoor heated lap pool and sun terrace. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and valet parking is available on site. All rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom equipped with a bath or shower. Some rooms feature a seating area
The Westin Riverwalk
4 Star, Luxury
This hotel features an on-site Italian restaurant. Guests also have access to a spa and an outdoor pool. A 42-inch flat-screen TV is found in each modern room at The Westin Riverwalk, San Antonio. Coffee-making facilities with Starbucks coffees are also included. Zocca Restaurant and Bar serves sophisticated Italian meals throughout the day.
Hilton Palacio del Rio
4 Star, Great Value
Offering an exceptional location directly on San Antonio’s famous River Walk. On-site at the Hilton Palacio del Rio, guests can enjoy an outdoor swimming pool as well as a modern fitness centre. There are also several dining options located on-site. The hotel also provides guests with private balconies in every guestroom.
Marriott Riverwalk
4 Star, Location
Ideally located along the San Antonio River Walk entertainment district, this hotel offers its guests an indoor and outdoor swimming pool as well as rooms with a balcony. Guest rooms are furnished with a seating area, a work desk, and a flat-panel TV with cable channels. Each room is equipped with a safety deposit box and ironing facilities.
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ride Bigger Than Texas Festival takes over Crockett Park
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Hotel Emma
5 Star, Luxury
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a poolside bar, and a coffee shop/café are onsite. All 146 rooms offer free WiFi, 24-hour room service, and LED TVs with satellite channels. Other amenities available to guests include refrigerators, minibars, and premium bedding.
Thompson
5 Star, Stylish
A full-service spa, a restaurant, and an outdoor pool are available at this smoke-free hotel. Additionally, a 24-hour fitness center, a bar/lounge, and a poolside bar are onsite. All 162 offer free wired Internet and minibars. Comforts include Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters, and guests will also appreciate thoughtful touches like espresso makers
The St. Anthony,
5 Star, Readers Choice
This hotel features 2 restaurants, a restaurant, and an outdoor pool. Other amenities include 3 bars/lounges, a fitness center, and a poolside bar. All 277 rooms feature thoughtful touches like bathrobes and slippers, plus free WiFi, free wired Internet, and LCD TVs with cable channels. Guests will also find pillowtop beds, iPod docks, and refrigerators.
Hotel Havana
3 Star, Modern Classic
A restaurant, a bar/lounge, & self parking are available at this hotel. Other amenities include conference space, concierge services, & dry cleaning. All 27 individually decorated rooms feature free WiFi & room service. For a bit of entertainment, guests will find flat-screen TVs with cable channels, and other amenities include refrigerators & premium bedding.
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