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Athens Gay Pride 2025
Athens pride is a week long series of cultural events, concerts and parties, ending in a fabulous parade on the final Saturday of the weekend.
Athens Gay Pride 2025
Athens Pride is the annual celebration of the LGBTQ community in Greece and mixes strong social messaging with a unique Greek party atmosphere delivering a strong message each year. Note – This date has been confirmed by organisers – unlike other sites who “guestimate” dates, we only publish confirmed dates.
- Stay close to the gay bars and clubs and near all the major sights at the stunning 3 star Moon & Stars Boutique Hotel with beautiful rooms and excellent facilities.
Athens Pride Week
- Friday to Sunday – Awaiting dates – the pride week features an entire week of dynamic events and activities, concerts and parties.
- Most of the parties will be held in Technopolis (Gazi), an industrial museum and a major cultural venue of the City of Athens, Greece, in the neighborhood of Gazi, next to Keramikos. The schedule is yet to be finalised.
- Stay close to the pride celebrations at The Jason Inn, a “Fabulous” rated hotel featuring stylish rooms and an excellent location, close to all the city’s top attractions.
Parade History
- The first Athens pride celebration took place in June 2005. Although various “pride” events had been held in the city since the mid-1980s,
- Athens Pride 2005 marked the first Pride Parade through the city center, in front of the Hellenic Parliament during daylight.
- The event has continued to grow each year and is now a week long series of events and parties culminating in a colourful pride parade with a strong solidarity message.
Athens Pride Parade
- Saturday – Awaiting dates – Festivities for the Athens Pride start at 17:00 on the Saturday during the lead up to the official opening ceremony at 19:00, typically in the presence of Athens Mayor and invited guests.
- The parade makes its way through the streets of downtown Athens arriving at Syntagma Square. Route to be confirmed.
- Stay close to the parade at The Electra Hotel Athens, a “Fabulous” rated 4-star hotel featuring sweeping city views, superb service and highly-rated breakfasts.
Post Pride Concert and Party
- Saturday – Awaiting dates – A concert will take place at Syntagma Square later in the evening featuring an array of stars, acts, drag queens, DJs and live entertainment.
- The Attica Region supports the festival with all its pedestrian crossings painted in the rainbow colors to honor the LGBTQ community.
- A large stage plays host to the speakers and performers. More than 100,000 visitors attend the parties in the square at last year’s event.
Xlsior Pride Festival Athens
- Awaiting dates – Xlisor , the leading gay party promoter and creator of the world-famous Mykonos circuit event, brings its epic parties to Athens for a special Athens Pride Festival edition.
Gay Athens
Since the start of the 21st century, Gazi has experienced urban refinement and features active nightlife and nightclubs, cafeterias, restaurants, gay and lesbian bars and several gay-friendly shops, establishing itself as an entertainment district. A branch of the Benaki Museum has also opened in the neighbourhood.
- Most of the gay bars and clubs in Athens can be found in the Gazi district. The neighbourhood has been transformed over the past decade from a former gas works to a lively entertainment district with several night clubs, cafeterias, restaurants, gay and lesbian bars and several gay-friendly shops.
- Stay in the centre of Athens at the Ederlezi Boutique Hotel with great amenities in a charming district.
- Big Bar is a popular venue for bears and chasers. Garage bar is also another beary venue with a warm welcome. Enodia Café Bar has a great terrace with retro Greek music while Del Sol Café is a mixed venue open from early evening.
Athens Gay Beach
- If the city gets too hot, head for Limanaki, the most famous gay beach in the city. It is just a 30 min drive from the centre of town with a cruisy atmosphere, crystal clear waters and rustic scenery.
- Pack everything you need for the day as there are very few amenities nearby.
Where to stay during Athens Gay Pride
Here are the hotels we recommend that have good reviews and keep you close to all the action
Fresh Hotel, O&B Athens Hotel, A for Athens, Perianth Hotel.
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Gay Map of Athens
Hotels in and around the central Monastraki and Psiri districts are well located for exploring the city and are within easy reach of the gay nightlife in the nearby Gazi district. Gazi (or Gkazi) has become very trendy lately and is home to the gay village. It’s a good place to start out, with gay-friendly cafes and restaurants along with bars and nightclubs all around, and all within walking distance of one another. Places open, close, or change names quite frequently in Athens -but in this neighborhood just follow your gaydar and check the local flyers, and one place will lead to the next.
Grecotel Pallas Athena, 65, Αθηνάς, Omonoia, 1st District of Athens, Athens, Municipality of Athens, Regional Unit of Central Athens, Attica, 10552, Greece
Facilities include a restaurant and a bar. Omonia Metro Station is a 5-minute walk away. Featuring hand-picked items and individually designed, all air-conditioned rooms and suites of Pallas Athena come with a flat-screen, satellite TV. Each has a minibar and a hairdryer, while free Wi-Fi is included.
Leokoriou 7, Athens, 10554, Greece
The O&B Athens Boutique Hotel is located in the upcoming area of Psiri, in the city’s historic centre. Features include complimentary Wi-Fi, and the hip lounge bar-restaurant. Ancient Agora is a 3-minute walk.
All rooms feature the latest in video and sound design, stylish furnishings, Egyptian cotton sheets and large work desks. Their marble bathrooms come with custom-design glass-enclosed showers. Some have Acropolis views
26 Sofokleous & 2 Klisthenous, Athens, 10552, Greece
Situated in the centre of Athens, within to and , this hotel offers luxurious, minimalist rooms, in vivid colours. Most units feature balconies, some with a Zen garden.
Hotel’s rooms feature furnishings and fittings by designers such as Philip Starck and Artemide. The are soundproofed and equipped with LCD satellite TVs and free Wi-Fi access. Toiletries and slippers are standard.
Ag. Dimitrou 18, Monastiraki, Athens, 105 54, Greece
Arion Athens Hotel is a modern, city centre hotel, a 2-minute walk from and a minute walk from Psiri. It features bright, stylish rooms and a with stunning .
The 3-star hotel offers contemporary rooms with luxurious marble bathrooms, wooden floors, doubled-glazed, soundproofed windows and fire doors. A number of the rooms also feature a balcony or large windows with Acropolis view.
Aimou 4, Athina 118 55, Greece
This air-conditioned apartment is equipped with 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, and a kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave. offering a balcony overlooking the city of Athens. Free WiFi.
Konstantinoupoleos 47, Athina 118 55, Greece
47 Luxury Suites offers a seating area. A fully fitted kitchen, with an oven, microwave . There is a private bathroom with shower in every unit, along with bathrobes, & free toiletries. The hot tub is located in the roof offering panoramic view over Athens
Gargittion 11, Athina 118 54, Greece
This air-conditioned apartment offers 1 bedroom, a living room with flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dining area, and 1 bathroom with a shower and a washing machine. WiFi and private parking available. 3 terraces plus a Roof terrace
Iera Odos 14, Athina 104 35, Greece
The apartment has 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, an equipped kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Offering Spectacular View to Acropolis
46 Leoforos Konstantinoupoleos, 11854 Athens,
Popular weekend Gay nightclub with drag shows
Iakchου 32, Athens 118 54
one of the most well kmow gay clubs
Keleou 1, Athina 104 35, Greece
THE ULTIMATE AFTER CLUB IN THE CITY! At Moe Club you will hear Greek and foreign mainstream music. Open Wednesday to Sunday.
Moe is a place to go for those who can't get enough and want more!
Filis 34, Athina 104 34, Greece
Iconic gay bar in Athens and one of the first in Athens. Part of Athens' gay history. Celebrating 21+ years
Triptolemou 10, Athens 118 54
Athens Most famous gay nightclub
Iakchou 36, Athens 118 54
Gay cruise club & cinema with darkroom
Koritsas 15 Athina 104 47
Gay cafe bar with DJs
Levoforos Konstantinoupoleos 78, Athina 104 35
Popular Gay nightclub in Gazi popular with lesbians
17 Elasidon Street, Athens 118 54
Gay cafe straight friendly
Voutadon 44, Athens 118 54
Popular Gay cafe bar
Konstantinoupoleos 44 Athens 118 54
One of the best bars in town offering Themed Nights, Guest Dj's & Shows
Falesias 12, Athens 118 55
The 1st Bear bar in Athens opend in 2004, offering parties, bazaar exhibitions and theme nights.
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Grecotel Pallas Athena
5 Star, Location
- 5 Star, Unique Artistic Designs
- A short walk to the gay bars
- Arty, air-conditioned rooms with satellite TV
- Offers a unique, artistic stay with individually designed rooms, close to vibrant city attractions and gay bars.
Perianth Hotel
5 Star, Luxury
- 5 Star, Retro-Style Decor with Modern Touches
- A short walk to the gay bars
- Modern bathroom, flat-screen TV, coffee machine
- Perfect blend of retro style and modern luxury, offering stunning rooms with views of the Acropolis.
Hotel Fresh
4 Star, Readers Choice
- 4 Star, Rooftop Swimming Pool and Wellness Options
- A short walk to the gay bars
- Soundproofed rooms with LCD TVs, free Wi-Fi
- Stylish accommodation with designer furnishings, rooftop pool, close to gay bars for a vibrant stay.
O&B Athens Boutique
4 Star, Great Value
- 4 Star, In Historic City Centre
- A short walk to the gay bars
- Video, sound design, Egyptian cotton sheets
- Situated in Athens’ historic heart, offering state-of-the-art rooms and close proximity to gay bars and cultural sites.
Official Video Of Athens Gay Pride
Highlights of the Athens Pride
Top Gay Neighbourhoods in Athens
Athens, the capital of Greece, has areas and neighborhoods that are known for their LGBTQ+ friendliness and vibrant gay scenes. While the entire city is generally accepting and diverse, some areas and venues are particularly popular among the gay community.
Gazi | The gay hub of Athens
Photo: Gazi is home to some of Athens’s most popular gay bars
- Gazi is one of the most well-known and vibrant LGBTQ+ neighborhoods in Athens.
- Located in the Kerameikos-Metaxourgeio district, it is often considered the heart of the gay scene in the city.
- Gazi is famous for its lively gay nightlife.
- The neighborhood is filled with gay bars, clubs, and cafes, making it a popular destination for both local LGBTQ+ individuals and tourists. You’ll find a wide variety of venues that cater to different tastes, from cozy bars to high-energy dance clubs.
Monastiraki
This historic neighborhood near the Acropolis has several gay friendly bars & cafes, making it a great place for a casual night out.
Exarchia
Known for its alternative & counterculture scene, and a more laid-back atmosphere compared to the busier central areas.
Syntagma Square
The central square of Athens, Syntagma, is home to various gay friendly bars and clubs. It’s a popular area for both locals and tourists.
Ermou Street
Ermou Street is one of the most famous shopping streets in Athens, known for its diverse range of shops & retailers.
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