Xlsior Mykonos 2023

Xlsior – The perfect way to end the Summer 2023

Xlsior Mykonos is the most exclusive International Summer Gay Festival on the famous island of Mykonos. Events are held in breathtaking open-air venues attracting guys from the four corners of the world. No other Summer event can compare.

Where to Party?

• Before you start planning your trip, it’s important to note that most of the parties held during Xlsior take place along the beaches of Kalo Livadi beach and Paradise Beach. There are no super clubs in the centre of Mykonos old town. Consider this when planning where to stay.
• Platis Gialos Beach is an excellent choice if you want to party at night in Mykonos town, wake up to the beach in the morning and take the boat to the Xlsior party.
• Stay in Platis Gialos at The Argo Hotel, offering guests a “Superb” stay, just 2 minutes from the beach.
• Explore the entire Island in your Jeep. Reserve in advance.

Kalo Livadi Beach Events

Kalo Livadi is located  in the south-east, a 10 km / 20 minute taxi ride from Mykonos old town, straight through the centre of the Island. The beach resort plays host to the following Xlsior Parties from 23.45 each night:

• Wednesday, 18th August – The Pool Party
• Thursday, 17th August – The Beach Party
• Friday 18th, August – WE Party
• Saturday, 19th August – Xlsior Orgio
• Sunday, 20th August – Xlsior Main Party
• Monday, 21st August – MEAT NYC XXL
• Tuesday, 22nd August – MUCCA Party
• Wednesday, 23rd August – Sundia, the closing pool party.

Stay at Mykonos Bliss, an adults-only hotel rated “Superb” by guests with stunning pool area and wellness studio, perfect for a post-party detox.

Paradise Beach Events

Paradise Beach hosts the opening event and the two signature WE Party events, The Sandia Pool event and the We Party Night time event. Paradise is just 20 minutes from the centre of Mykonos Town.

• M.E.A.T, direct from NYC at ZeNit on Paradise Beach from 23.45 hrs.
• Sunday, 20th August – Xlsior Pool Party at ZeNit on Paradise Beach from 17.00 hrs.
• Sunday, 20th August – WE Party at Cavo Paradiso from 23.45.
• Cavo Paradiso plays host to the WE and Sandia Parties. The venue is full to the brim with hot guys, and perched right on the cliff face overlooking Paradise bay.

Stay close to Paradise Beach, home to 3 of the Xlsior Parties this August. The Eden Suites and Residences are rated “Exceptional” by guests offering panoramic views of the sea and the beach with spacious suites, a pool and just 300m from the 24-hour bus stop, making it easy to explore the rest of the island.

Staying in Mykonos – Insider tips

• The party schedule is pretty intense, so it’s a good idea to have a few days either side to get yourself situated, and to have a few days to relax before going back to work.
• Try and paces your parties; it’s impossible to do all the events and stay sane. If you can, try and catch the sunrise at the WE Party in Cavo Paradiso, it is magical. The MEAT Party always gets the best reviews from our readers as does the Beach party.
• If you want to stay close to the bars and restaurants, stay in the Old Town, known as Chora (or for some weird reason known as Mykonos City from some booking portals)
• Daytime, gay boys tend to hit the beaches (Mostly around Elia Beach or Super Paradise Beach – Home to Jackie O Beach Club) and at night in the old town for dinner and drinks.

Trending Hotels in Mykonos

Mykonos is an expensive destination, there is simply no denying its allure and its price point. Hotels in the old town fill up first, along with the cheaper hotel options close to the parties. 4 and 5 star hotels charge a premium, however you do get what you pay for and the experience is second to none.

Mykonos Old Town

• BoHo Suites –  Rated Superb, offering superb suites complete with hot tubs!
• Belvedere Hotel – Classic favourite, with superb pool. If you can get get a room here, book it!
• Rochari – Another readers’ choice hotel, rated “Superb”. You are likely to bump into a celebrity or two here. (nice ones)

If you are heading to the island, check out our insider guide on where to stay and play in gay Mykonos.