Event Dates
From: Saturday, June 7, 2025
To: Saturday, June 14, 2025
Guadalajara Gay Pride is held each year on the second week in June. The celebrations and pride parade follows a week of cultural events.
Guadalajara Gay Pride is held each year on the second week in June. The celebrations and pride parade follows a week of cultural events focused on the LGBT community.
- Are you visiting Guadalajara? The Central or eastern area of Zona Centro makes the perfect base to explore the city. It is full of pedestrian-only streets, charming hotels, and feels safe. The DoubleTree by Hilton Guadalajara Centro Historico is rated fabulous and has a wide range of breakfast options, rooms with great views and high-end amenities.
The Event
- Note that two groups organize pride events in Guadalajara, one on early June (the largest parade with an after-party) and one a week later.
- Other events run throughout the weekend, including art, cinema and human rights conferences. Guadalajara is Mexico’s second-largest city and has a bustling gay scene with several bars and clubs, all of which host special theme parties and events throughout the pride celebrations.
Marcha del Orgullo Gdl
- Saturday 7th June, 2025 – The Marcha del Orgullo GDL starts at 2 pm.
- The starting point will be the Minerva roundabout, gathering at 2 pm.
- The parade begins at 3 pm with a walk around the roundabout, then to López Mateos avenue continuing along Hidalgo avenue to finish in liberation square.
- There is no after-party at this event.
Guadalajara Pride
- Saturday 14th June, 2025 – Guadalajara Pride will return to the streets this year with a march on Sunday at 2 pm from La Minerva. Guadalajara gay pride is among some of the largest LGBT pride festivals and parades in Central/South America!
- At 3 pm the march will depart from the Minerva roundabout, continue along López Mateos and take Hidalgo Avenue towards Plaza Liberación, followed by the official after-party.
Guadalajara Pride After Party
- Once the pride parade comes to an end, the festivities continue in Liberation Square, complete with a stage hosting live shows, drag performances and DJs. The Guadalajara Pride show in Plaza Liberación will begin at 4:30 p.m. and end at 11:30 pm.
Gay Guadalajara
- The gayest city in Mexico, Guadalajara, has two gay neighbourhoods, one in the historic centre and one in the Zona Rosa. The city has a huge gay culture and has remained authentic as it is often missed by tourists who shuttle between Mexico City and Puerto Vallarta.
- Centro Historico is popular with locals, and the atmosphere spills out onto the pedestrian streets at night. Drinks are cheap, and the atmosphere is friendly, if not downright cruisy and very authentic. Most of the activities here happen at night.
- The other hot spot is the upscale neighbourhood of the Zona Rosa (around Av Chapultepec). Here the gay bars and clubs tend to be larger, and drinks prices are higher. Venues are busy during the day and night with lots of bars with outdoor patios, larger discos and shops.
Where to stay during Guadalajara Pride
- Stay close to the beautiful historic centre close to the Guadalajara Cathedral, and you are just a short ride from both neighbourhoods. The 3-star, Six Hotel Guadalajara Degollado offers excellent value and modern rooms in the centre. Try the 4-star Hotel Morales for something more colonial in a historic building with a beautiful pool in the heart of the downtown area.
Gay Bars & Clubs in Guadalajara
Guadalajara boasts over 15 gay bars, saunas and clubs. Hare are some of the most popular:
- California’s bar – Fun bar with an eclectic mix of clientele and sexy gogos, hot guys and Latin pop.
- Babel Club – One of the best clubs in the city, hosting regular theme nights and pride parties, drag shows & dancing.
- Cabaret Bar – Trendy bar with several shows – reserve to get on the entry list ahead of time as it can fill up fast.
- El Arenal – Cruising Club with darkroom, sauna, video rooms and more.
- El Sótano – Stripper shows, massage, super clean and recently renovated.
- Renacer Day Spa – Gay Sauna with massage service and weekend pool parties.
Recommended Hotels
Here are the hotels we recommend with good reviews, close to all the action:
Hotel Casino Plaza, Hotel Real Maestranza, Hotel de Mendoza, Hotel Dali Plaza Executive
Where to stay close to all the gay bars
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
Real Maestranza is were we stay when we
are in Guadalajara next to the gay bars
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C. Pedro Moreno 570, Zona Centro, 44100 Guadalajara, Jal., Mexico
This 4-star hotel is just a 3 minute walk from the Guadalajara Cathedral. Hotel Dali Plaza Ejecutivo features an on-site lounge, free Wi-Fi, a buffet breakfast and air conditioned rooms. Guest rooms include cable TV and a work desk. Free local telephone calls can be made from every room. Each room provides a private bathroom, and room service
Calle Venustiano Carranza 16, Zona Centro, 44100 Guadalajara, Jal., Mexico
Located in the charming historic district of Guadalajara, Mexico, the Hotel de Mendoza offers guests a peaceful setting while exploring the attractions of this historic city. Guests can take advantage of Hotel de Mendoza’s inviting pool with hot tub, or get fit in the exercise center. The Restaurant offers guests fine Mexican and international cuisine
Calle Francisco I. Madero 161, Zona Centro, 44100 Guadalajara, Jal., Mexico
The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel every room is fitted with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and a coffee machine.
C. Pedro Moreno 726, Zona Centro, 44100 Guadalajara, Jal., Mexico
The hotel features 303 luxurious rooms with traditional and modern decor as well as elegant and classic furnishings. All rooms features a flat-screen TV, a safety deposit box, an air condition unit and first-class toiletries from Aigner. Guests are welcome to enjoy an exquisite and delicate breakfast served at the hotel restaurant Hofgarten.
Calle Enrique González Martínez 216, Zona Centro, 44100 Guadalajara, Jal., Mexico
This gay bar is known for its drag shows and strippers well worth a visit
Calle Prisciliano Sánchez 396, Zona Centro, 44100 Guadalajara, Jal., Mexico
Small but fun gay club with realy good drag shows
Calle Prisciliano Sánchez 437, Zona Centro, 44100 Guadalajara, Jal., Mexico
Real nice gay night club with good music and regular shows
C. Manuel López Cotilla 410, Zona Centro, 44100 Guadalajara, Jal., Mexico
Gay bar offering Drag shows
C. Morelos 741, Zona Centro, 44100 Guadalajara, Jal., Mexico
Probably the best gay night club in town because of its location, music, prices and diversity. The staff members are kind and the club is open to everyone. The cover may vary from day to day or due an special event but it usually is free before 11pm. Drinks are ok and cheap, The club is big enough to have 3 separate areas for different music styles. Terrace on the 3ed floor has magnific downtown views, excellent house music and smaking is allowed
Av. de la Paz 2315, Col Americana, Lafayette, 44160 Guadalajara, Jal., Mexico
This is the place to dance the night away good Djs sound and lights
Calle Enrique González Martínez 177, Zona Centro, 44100 Guadalajara, Jal., Mexico
Gay bar with small terrice offering regular Drag Shows and GoGos
C. Manuel López Cotilla 611, Mexicaltzingo, 44100 Guadalajara, Jal., Mexico
Popular gay bar offering karaoke
Calle Enrique González Martínez 454, Zona Centro, 44100 Guadalajara, Jal., Mexico
Nice gay baroOpens early and there is a drag show later in the evening. Drink prices are good the lounge on the second floor is a good chill out space for those not into the show.
Av. Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla 977, Col Americana, Zona Centro, 44160 Guadalajara, Jal., Mexico
Fun Gay bar with good service and very good Drag show worth a visit
C. Mexicaltzingo 1521, Col Americana, Americana, 44160 Guadalajara, Jal., Mexico
Interesting gay bar in a less traveled part of town. Take an Uber or taxi to or from here. Fairly busy on a Friday night at midnight. Strippers start around 12:30
Av 8 de Julio 652, Zona Centro, 44100 Guadalajara, Jal., Mexico
This bar is a fun place but it gets really really crowded. The clientele are young gay men in their 20s and 30s
C. Colón 440, Zona Centro, 44100 Guadalajara, Jal., Mexico
Gay bar with a cowboy theme offering live entertainment
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