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The Top Gay Memorial Day Events in 2026

Gay Memorial Day Weekend (Monday, May 25th 2026) brings with it the start of the gay party season in the USA. From Dallas to Pensacola, the world’s top parties and promoters host some of the most anticipated events of the year. Or why not escape further afield and visit Puerto Vallarta for their Gay Pride celebrations. Where will your Memorial Day Weekend trip take you?

The Best Gay Memorial Weekend Events of 2025
Get ready to party and celebrate the start of the Summer party season.

Gay Memorial Day Weekend (Monday, May 25th 2026) brings with it the start of the party season in the USA. From Dallas to Pensacola, the world’s top parties and promoters host some of the most anticipated events of the year. Or why not escape further afield and visit Puerto Vallarta for their Gay Pride celebrations. Where will your Memorial Day Weekend trip take you?

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Pensacola Beach Memorial Day Weekend Gay Party

From: May. 21.2026 - To: May. 25.2026

Monday, Feb 11th, 2019

Pensacola Beach Memorial Day Weekend Gay Party opens it doors to upwards of 200,000 LGBT party goers, come meet all the boys

Splash Pool Party Austin

From: Aug. 30.2025 - To: Aug. 30.2025

Wednesday, Mar 8th, 2023

Celebrate the start of the Summer season as Splash Days hosts another epic pool party.

International Mr Leather

From: May. 21.2026 - To: May. 25.2026

Tuesday, Oct 14th, 2014

IML Chicago , the International Mr Leather Competition takes place on the last week of May and is one of the biggest leather/fetish events in the world.

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Top Gay Memorial Day Weekend Events

Most of the events are held in the USA, for obvious reasons, however Puerto Vallarta has timed its Pride festivities to coincide with the holiday!

Splash Pool Party Austin

From: Aug. 30.2025 - To: Aug. 30.2025

Wednesday, Mar 8th, 2023

Celebrate the start of the Summer season as Splash Days hosts another epic pool party.

International Mr Leather

From: May. 21.2026 - To: May. 25.2026

Tuesday, Oct 14th, 2014

IML Chicago , the International Mr Leather Competition takes place on the last week of May and is one of the biggest leather/fetish events in the world.

LeiBear Weekend Honolulu

From: May. 21.2026 - To: May. 25.2026

Monday, Jul 23rd, 2018

LeiBear weekend is an annual 5 day event hosted by the Aloha Bears in Hawaii and is one of the busiest gay events

Pensacola Beach Memorial Day Weekend Gay Party

From: May. 21.2026 - To: May. 25.2026

Monday, Feb 11th, 2019

Pensacola Beach Memorial Day Weekend Gay Party opens it doors to upwards of 200,000 LGBT party goers, come meet all the boys

Palm Springs Gay Memorial Day Weekend

From: May. 21.2026 - To: May. 24.2026

Sunday, May 2nd, 2021

There's no better way to celebrate Memorial Day Weekend than in the Palm Springs Sunshine. The gay resorts and bars host special events all weekend long.

First Splash Austin

From: May. 22.2026 - To: May. 24.2026

Thursday, Feb 14th, 2019

First Splash Austin has grown into a weekend series of events, circuit parties and and the perfect excuse to throw a party

Memorial Day Weekend Provincetown

From: May. 22.2026 - To: May. 25.2026

Thursday, Apr 8th, 2021

The return of the Summer Season after a winter of slumber, The town celebrates with parties and events each night over the 4 day weekend.

Memorial Day Weekend Saugatuck Michigan

From: May. 22.2026 - To: May. 25.2026

Monday, May 17th, 2021

Get ready to join hundreds of gay visitors from around the USA to celebrate the start of Summer with epic pool parties, drag shows and theme nights

BigHorn Rodeo Las Vegas

From: May. 22.2026 - To: May. 24.2026

Friday, Jun 4th, 2021

Who doesn't love a sexy cowboy! Come join the hottest cowboys in the state and beyond for the annual gay rodeo event in Las Vegas

Gay Memorial Day Weekend Houston Tribal Madness

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Saturday, May 1st, 2021

DNVRMX brings its party to the heart of Houston for a Memorial Day Weekend of fun, music, dancers and guest DJs!

Urge Miami Gay Memorial Day Weekend

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Saturday, May 15th, 2021

On the Sunday of the Memorial Day Weekend, URGE returns with a unique party at Studio 60.

Boston Gay Memorial Day Sunday

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Thursday, Apr 28th, 2022

Celebrate the start of the Summer gay season in Boston with a special "Holiday Sunday" event

Sizzle Miami

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Friday, Apr 8th, 2022

Memorial Day Weekend in Miami Beach is always smoking hot, but since 2002 it Sizzles! Sizzle South Beach, "America's most celebrated and anticipated urban gay event", is the brainchild of Dwight Daniel.

DNVRMX Presents Austin BIG SPLASH

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Thursday, Mar 7th, 2024

Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend in Austin with two epic events produced by Denver Max!

Viva Miami

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Thursday, Mar 7th, 2024

Ric Sena, the leading party promoter in the USA, brings his epic VIVA party to Miami.

Nighbreed Memorial Day Pool Parties Palm Springs

Nighbreed Presents: Pride Pool Parties Palm Springs

Awaiting dates

Thursday, May 2nd, 2024

Nighbreed produces some of the best parties in California. Don't miss the their unique and stylish pool parties during Palm Springs Pride & Memorial Weekend.

Circuit Mom IML Takeover Chicago Sidetrack

Circuit Mom IML Takeover Chicago Charlies

Awaiting dates

Wednesday, Mar 29th, 2023

Circuit Mom, Chicago's leading events producer, takes over one of Chicago's best-loved venues, Sidetrack, to open the IML festivities in May

Furball Chicago Mr Leather Edition Party

Awaiting dates

Friday, Apr 22nd, 2022

The hottest bear party from NYC, Furball, brings its signature party to Chicago for the International Leather Weekend.

Sunvibes Pool Party Palm Springs

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Tuesday, Mar 28th, 2023

Le Parties presents a unique Memorial Day Weekend Pool Party in Palm Springs - Sun Vibes!

GPS Memorial Day Los Angeles

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Wednesday, May 10th, 2023

Set sail for LA this Memorial Day Weekend for the Main Event, the GPS Heroes Party.

Ky Martinez, Memorial Weekend San Francisco

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Saturday, Feb 27th, 2021

HEAVEN takes place during the Memorial Day Weekend in San Francisco, marking the start of the Summer circuit season!

Puerto Vallarta Pride Weekend at the Mantamar

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Thursday, Apr 8th, 2021

Mantamar Beach Club, the Eden Pool and Lounge and The Top Gay Sky Bar host a week-long series of circuit parties and live entertainment shows during Puerto Vallarta Gay Pride

Industry Night Club Puerto Vallarta Pride Festival

Awaiting dates

Thursday, Apr 22nd, 2021

Puerto Vallarta's biggest parties during the annual Pride week take place at Industry Night Club, Mexico's No 1 gay night venue

MDW Miami After Hours

Awaiting dates

Tuesday, Aug 31st, 2021

Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend in Miami at three amazing after hours parties with 7 international guest DJs.

Masterbeat Memorial Day Weekend Los Angeles

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Saturday, Mar 12th, 2022

Celebrate the start of the Summer season in Los Angeles at Masterbeat's Memorial Day Weekend event on the final Sunday in May.

Desertopia Palm Springs Memorial Weekend

Awaiting dates

Wednesday, Mar 30th, 2022

Celebrate the start of Summer in style as Desertopia takes over Palm Springs for a Memorial weekend event full of parties, fun and a unique desert vibe.

IML Chicago Victory Party

Awaiting dates

Wednesday, Mar 30th, 2022

International Mr Leather & Circuit Mom present the annual Victory Party, one of the most significant events held during the IML Chicago weekend.

IML Chicago Black and Blue Ball

Awaiting dates

Wednesday, Mar 30th, 2022

International Mr Leather & Circuit Mom present the annual Black and Blue Ball, the official closing party held during the IML Chicago weekend.

White Party Fort Lauderdale

Awaiting dates

Thursday, May 11th, 2023

Gary Santis Events presents the White Party Fort Lauderdale Festival in Wilton Manors

Bear Pride Puerto Vallarta

Awaiting dates

Wednesday, May 5th, 2021

Bear Pride Puerto Vallarta takes place over 4 days and features some of the hottest bear DJs playing day and night at your favorite Puerto Vallarta Venues

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