Trash and Chic Venice 2024

Trash and Chic Venice 2024

Trash and Chic Venice is Venice’s leading pop-up circuit party, held on different dates from late September until May.

• Are you visiting Venice? Stay at the H10 Palazzo Canova, a “Superb” rated boutique hotel featuring elegant rooms and a perfect location at the grand canal. It also has a stunning roof terrace for sunset cocktails.

The Event

• Next Edition – Saturday 25th May – Season Closing (As most people head to the beach parties during the Summer – returns Autumn 2024)
• Trash and Chic is one of the leading gay club nights in Italy, taking place at different venues across Venice.
• The party attracts a mix of people of all ages and types with its spectacular shows and over-the-top productions.
• Expect world-class DJs, fantastic stage performances, outrageous drag queens and hot Italian stallion gogo dancers.
• The event is held at Molocinque.
• Trash and Chic hosts special themed parties during Halloween, New Year and the world-famous Venice Carnival.
• Stay close to the hip and gay-friendly Dorsoduro district at the Palazzo Veneziano – Venice Collection with a “Superb” rating, offering spacious rooms, highly-rated breakfast and in a relaxed location but still close to the top attractions.

The  Venue

• Molocinque – multifunctional space located in Mestre, the mainland part of Venice.
• A versatile venue, hosting various events ranging from concerts to theatre productions, club nights, and more.
• It’s not in the historic centre of Venice, but it’s relatively close and easily accessible by taxi.
• To get to Molocinque from the historic centre of Venice, take a Vaporetto (water bus) to Venezia Santa Lucia, the main train station in Venice.
• From there, board a train to Venezia Mestre station, which is a short 10-minute ride.
• Once you arrive at Venezia Mestre, you can grab a taxi directly to Molocinque.

Gay Venice

• With its labyrinth of canals, historic allure, and romantic ambience, Venice offers a unique backdrop for gay travellers.
• The city doesn’t have a distinct “gayborhood” like some other cities. Instead, its LGBTQ+-friendly venues are sprinkled throughout.
• However, the Dorsoduro district, with its artful vibe and vibrant nightlife, tends to attract a diverse, open-minded crowd.
• Vaporetto Pass: Save on transport by getting a Vaporetto pass. This water bus is the primary mode of public transport, and it’s an experience in itself.
• For a unique Stay, try the Hotel Nani Mocenigo Palace featuring authentic Venetian rooms with stunning rooms fit for a king or queen! 

Popular Gay Attractions

• El Chioschetto Beach: Found on Lido, it’s Venice’s unofficial gay beach—a great spot to relax, sunbathe, and mingle.
• Skyline Rooftop Bar: Not exclusively gay, but it’s popular among the LGBTQ+ community. Go for the cocktails, stay for the panoramic views of the city.
• Sauna Metro Venezia: The city’s gay sauna, perfect for unwinding after a day of sightseeing.
• Acqua Alta Bookshop: This charming bookstore has a section dedicated to LGBTQ+ literature. Also, it’s Instagram-famous for its staircase made of books.
• Gondola Ride: Share a romantic gondola ride during sunset. For a gay twist, ask your gondolier about the history of the legendary Casanova!

Recommended Hotels in Venice

Here are the Hotels we recommend that keep you close to all the action:

Pesaro Palace,    Hotel Abbazia,    Hotel Antico Doge,    UNA Hotel Venezia