Event Dates
From: Monday, September 1, 2025
To: Sunday, September 7, 2025
Famous for its stunning beaches, gorgeous weather and high octane nightlife.
Famous for its stunning beaches, gorgeous weather and vibrant nightlife, Benidorm is one of the most popular holiday resorts in Spain, loved by visitors from all over Europe and beyond. This event fills the town, so you should book well in advance. We recommend staying in the old town.
- Visiting for Benidorm pride? Check out the luxury Villa Venecia Boutique hotel in the centre of Benidorm with great terrace, complete with hot tub! Alternatively, Hotel Queens providers simple yet popular accommodation, steps from the gay scene.
The Schedule
- Next Edition: Monday 1st September 2025 – Sunday 7th September 2025.
- Seven nights of incredible indoor and outdoor parties, featuring a truly international lineup of singers, dancers, drag artists, dj’s and club nights from the biggest names in Spain, mean this year’s event will be bigger and better than ever.
- 2025 Venues to be confirmed – use the following schedule as a guide:
Benidorm Pride Kick Off
- Monday & Tuesday – Events kick off on Monday with parties and theme nights in the busy gay bars of Benidorm. Visitors have time to hit one of the amazing sandy beaches by day and explore the old town by night.
- This is where you will find the pumping heart of the gay village, still very traditional and Spanish where visitors can blend in, socialise and mix with the lovely local residents.
- Around 30 friendly, but small and intimate gay bars and eateries are all just a hop and a skip from each other, giving plenty of opportunity for you to sample them all and discover your favourites.
Pride Pool Party
- Typically Thursday – Awaiting dates and venue – Benidorm Pride Pool Party at the Hotel Marina Resort, from 1 pm to 7 pm with guest DJs and Live vocal performances.
- Stay at the Host Resort, Marina Resort Benidorm offering guests a unique and revolutionary experience in the world of pool parties, located a short drive from the old town.
Benidorm Pride White Party
- Typically Friday – Awaiting dates – The Auditorium Julio Iglesias is the setting for the wonderful White Party, encouraging everyone to put on their best white outfit, dress to impress and dance under the stars to sets from top local and international dj’s, plus go-go’s to spice up the night.
- The venue is a 5-minute drive from the Old Town, close to Benidorm’s “Town Center”
- Stay close to all the parties during the week at the Rh Princesa and Spa, a 4 star resort rated “Fabulous” by guests with spacious rooms and highly-rated for their delicious breakfasts.
Kluster Circuit Party
- Typically Saturday – Awaiting dates – Kluster, Madrid’s signature gay party, comes to the beach resort of Benidorm for a unique pride celebration. with guest DJs.
Closing Party
- Typically Sunday – Awaiting dates – The official closing party at Tapas Square on Pl de la Constitucio Old Town.
Benidorm Pride Parade and Main Stage
- Saturday 6th September 2025 – is parade day, so dress with pride and watch hundreds of people participating in their flamboyant costumes and outrageous outfits. Prade route is roughly 1 hour. Route to be confirmed.
- 17.00 hrs – The parade starts at the Rincón de Loix and ends at Auditorium Julio Iglesias.
- 19.00 hrs – Following the parade, enjoy live shows and performances at the Main Stage in the auditorium.
- Events end with the official After Party in Ku Disco.
- You may even decide to take part in the parade yourself or join one of the big floats organised by local businesses. Whatever you choose, you won’t be disappointed as the atmosphere is incredible, with everyone joining in the fun.
- The parade makes its way along the Paseo Maritimo Playa del Levante. Check out the top hotels with views of the parade.
Event History
- From its humble beginning back in 2011 attended by just a few thousand regulars, who know and love Benidorm, the event has gained momentum with around 20,000 happy revellers taking part last year and is now recognised as the European Summer Closing Pride.
- With a well established and welcoming gay village, nestled in and around the narrow, picturesque streets of its old town, the jewel of the Costa Blanca plays host to many people’s favourite event on the LGBT calendar.
- FUN, FRIENDLY and just a little bit FLIRTY are the three ‘F’s that ensure visitors to Benidorm Pride have an unforgettable experience, bringing many of them back year after year.
Where to stay in Benidorm?
The following Benidorm Hotels are all close to the gay bars and clubs:
Hotel Boutique Villa Venecia, Hotel Villa del Mar, Helios Hotel, Gastrohotel RH Canfali
Where to stay close to all the gay bars
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
The Villa Venecia is one of the better
hotels in Benidorm close to the gay bars
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The gay scene in Benidrom is centered around a number of walking streets in Benidorm’s Old Town.There are a wide variety of small bars that cater to all tastes, from outrageously funny drag shows to exclusively male cruise bars with dark rooms.
Plaza San Jaime, 1, 03500 Benidorm
Situated next to Levante
in , Villa Venecia Hotel Boutique has a terrace with a hot tub and spectacular . Rooms feature a flat-screen TV, hydromassage bath and free Wi-Fi.Each elegant room at Villa Venecia Benidorm offers panoramic
of the sea and town. Rooms include designer furniture, a Nespresso coffee machine and a choice of pillows and mattresses.Avenida de la Armada Española, 1, 03500 Benidorm, Spain
Located in front of
’s , Hotel Villa del Mar offers chic with air conditioning and a fridge. It features an outdoor pool surrounded by a stylish terrace with loungers.Hotel Villa del Mar offers an all-inclusive option for guests. It features a buffet restaurant which serves Mediterranean cuisine. The bar at this design hotel offers a
place to relax with a cocktail.Paseo Colón 3, 03501 Benidorm, Alacant, Spain
Hotel Colon offers Mediterranean
from its setting on Benidorm’s Poniente , next to Elche Park. This hotel features rooms with balconies and a restaurant.The Colon offers simple, bright décor throughout. Its air-conditioned rooms have a flat-screen TV, and most
.Plaza de la Constitución 5, 03501 Benidorm
Situated just 100 m from Levante Beach in Benidorm’s old town, Hotel Queens offers a rooftop bar and terrace with sea, city and mountain views. Each room has a private bathroom and a safe. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property.
Á la càrte breakfast is served daily. Staff at the 24-hour reception can help you book excursions and provide information about Benidorm and the Costa Blanca.
C/ del Metge Pérez Martorell, 15, 03501 Benidorm, Alicante, Spain
The apartment has 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Private parking Free WiFi.
Calle Condestable Zaragoza, 12, 03501 Benidorm, Alicante, Spain
Tu Loft has air conditioning, a terrace, with garden views, 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dining area,d 1 bathroom with a shower & a patio. Free WiFi.
Carrer de Santa Faç, 36, 03501 Benidorm, Alicante, Spain
The apartment has 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a washing machine, 1 bathroom with a bidet. features a balcony, free WiFi and air conditioning
Carrer del Pal, 8, 03501 Benidorm, Alicante, Spain
This air conditioned apartment comes with 1 bedroom, a kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, a seating area with a flat-screen TV, 1 bathroom equipped with a shower. Free WiFi
Carrer d'Alacant 8, 03501 Benidorm, Alacant, Spain
Gay bar in the heart of Benidorm’s gay village
C. de Sant Vicent, 3, 03501 Benidorm, Alicante, Spain
Fun Gay Bar where you Arrive a stranger and leave as best of friends
C/ de Sant Roc, 11, 03501 Benidorm, Alicante
Secret Encounter gay bar is the latest and most vibrant addition to the lively old town
C/ de Sant Vicent, 10, 03501 Benidorm, Alicante
This gay bar offers a great atmosphere, friendly staff. Good music and regular drag shows
C/ d'Alacant, 11, 03501 Benidorm, Alicante
Nice gay bar offering regular drag shows
Carrer de Santa Faç, 23, 03501 Benidorm, Alicante, Spain
Fab bar and great location in old town with lovely lovely staff and a fun vibe. A must visit!
C. de Amsterdam, 4, 03503 Benidorm, Alicante, Spain
Always FREE Entry with the best of Benidorm's Drag Acts taking to the stage. Arrive a Stranger Leave a Friend! Now serving all day breakfasts & snacks during show times as well as Sunday Lunches
Carrer de Santa Faç, 12, 03501 Benidorm, Alicante, Spain
A Bears bar popular with bears, admire, chubby, mature, etc... With porn videos and darkroom
Calle 4, Cantones 9,, Benidorm, Spain
A cute little bar in Old Town Benidorm. Very friendly bar staff and well priced drinks playing fantastic music from the 70s, 80’s,90s up to the present. Gay Owned and operated but everyone is made welcome here.
Carrer d'Alacant, 12, 03501 Benidorm, Alicante, Spain
A warm straight-friendly welcome offering international tunes from our resident and special guest DJ’s plus great-value drinks and shots all night long. Located in the heart of Benidorm's gay district on C/Alacant in the heart of the old town.
Av. de Uruguay, 8, 03502 Benidorm, Alicante, Spain
Gay bar with a darkroom popular with an older crowd
Av. de Uruguay, 4, 03502 Benidorm, Alicante, Spain
The best equipped local in Spain, specially designed for the enjoyment of the more mature man and their fans. Different rooms offers you the possibility to enjoy a special night, music, TV, dark room with porn video room
Carrer d'Alacant, 18, 03501 Benidorm, Alicante, Spain
A fun gay bar offering good music and drinks
Carrer d'Alacant, 41, 03501 Benidorm, Alicante, Spain
Popular Gay Music videos bar
Carrer d'Alacant 10, 03501 Benidorm, Alacant, Spain
Gay disco bar with DJs, dance floor and Darkroom
Calle San Pedro 10, 03501 Benidorm, Alacant, Spain
ReFuel has an outdoor terrace with a stunning sun terrace overlooking Poniente Beach in Benidorm Harbour
Calle Pal 9, 03501 Benidorm, Alacant, Spain
Est. 1994 making it Benidorm’s longest running Drag Cabaret Bar. Age 18+ only
Carrer de Santa Faç 29, 03501 Benidorm, Alacant, Spain
Gay disco bar on two floors with a darkroom
Carrer de Santa Faç 31, 03501 Benidorm, Alacant, Spain
El Papagayo is a 'straight friendly' gay bar, with a big terrace, in the heart of the gay village in old town Benidorm.
Travesía San Miguel 6, 03501 Benidorm, Alacant, Spain
Popular gay cafe lounge bar serving great breakfasts, lunches, bar snacks & full evening meals with a nice Outside terraces
Carrer de Santa Faç 21, 03501 Benidorm, Alacant, Spain
Fun Gay Bar in the old Town
Travesía San Miguel16, 03501 Benidorm, Alacant, Spain
Gay bar Popular with bears, cubs and friends
A drag queen at the weekends, play some funky house top tunes, with Estrella Galicia on draught (voted NO1 beer in Spain)
Plaça de Constitució 03501 Benidorm, Alacant, Spain
Friendly gay Bar 69 is at the center of the old town with a sunny terrace in the summer and a large inside space with good music ofering over 69 cocktails many of them unique to Bar 69 like
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