Event Dates
From: Thursday, July 31, 2025
To: Sunday, August 3, 2025
Hamburg Gay Pride 2025
Hamburg Gay Pride is one of the biggest events in the city’s gay calendar.
Hamburg Gay Pride 2025 in the height of Summer!
Hamburg Gay Pride takes place on the first week of August. The Pride Week begins with the Pride Night, the Opening Gala and ends with the street festival at Jungfernstieg on Sunday. The Pride Street festival takes place on the second weekend of the event.
- Visiting for Pride? Stay in St.Georg, close to the gay bars with a wide range of hotels available. Go luxe and stay at The Fontenay for a truly memorable Hamburg experience, just 6 mins away.
Hamburg Pride Parade
- Saturday -2nd August 2025 – The main Hamburg Pride Parade will color the city streets on the final Saturday of the event at 11.55 am.
- Awaiting route for the 2025 edition. The event typically leaves from Mundsburger Damm to Bergstraße, where the demo ends.
- More than 150,000 people watch more than 50 floats make their way through the streets of Hamburg in a festival of colour and solidarity.
Hamburg Street Festival
- Events are held at different locations around Hamburg on the streets of Alster and Jungfernstieg.
- Most of the street events “Strassenfest” centre around the St. Georg area.
- Stay close to the celebrations at The Mercure Hamburg Mitte a highly-rated 4 star option just a short walk from the pride celebrations.
Pink Pauli Festival
- Saturday 2nd August, 2025 – The Pink Pauli Street Festival is a cooperative initiative between all of the gay bars to create a unique festival in the heart of gay Hamburg.
- The event features stages, shows and a carnival style atmosphere over the entire weekend.
- One ticket gains you access to multiple venues and parties, each with a different vibe, music, DJ and theme.
Positions x Babylon
- Saturday – Awaiting dates – Positions is a Sex-positive party for gay men with techno sounds, Featuring guest DJ AKIIM and Alejandro Alvarez. Kinky dresscode.
Hamburg Leather Pride & KinkFusion Party
- Thursday 31st July to Sunday 3rd August, 2025 – The annual international gay fetish meeting is hosted by the local leather and fetish club MSC-Hamburg e.V. The event is held in August each and includes the election of the Mr. Leather Hamburg and the main party aboard the MS Stubnitz. All fetishes are welcome.
Cultural Activities and Exhibitions
- The pride house hosts a series of events, concerts, discussions and exhibitions throughout Hamburg Pride. The Pride House can be found again in the IFZ / Schorsch at Rostocker Straße 7 in St. Georg.
Popular Gay Bars in Hamburg
- Olivia Jones Bar – Dragtastic Nights: Owned by the famous drag queen Olivia Jones, this bar is located in the heart of the St. Pauli district. Expect fabulous drag shows, colorful cocktails, and an experience that’s larger than life.
- WunderBar – Party Central: Vibrant and bustling, this bar attracts a younger crowd eager to dance the night away. With DJs spinning top hits, it’s a lively spot to let loose.
- Bellini Bar – Intimate Atmosphere: Tucked away in St. Georg, Bellini offers a cozier environment. It’s a great spot to chat, sip on a cocktail, and enjoy the company of old (and potentially new) friends.
- Barcelona – Eclectic Evenings: No need to go to Spain when you have Barcelona in Hamburg. This cafe and bar offers a quirky and fun atmosphere, complete with great drinks and even better company.
- M&V Bar – Laid-back Lounge: Perfect for those seeking a relaxed environment to sip on a drink and have a chat. With its warm and welcoming ambiance, booths & counter seats, serving up cocktails, draft beers & light snacks.
- Extratour – Local Love: A popular neighborhood bar that’s been serving the community for decades. Expect friendly staff, good drinks, and an atmosphere that feels like home.
- Toom Peerstall – A new look: Step into Hamburg’s history at this long-standing venue. Recently refurbished with a fresh look and popular outdoor terrace.
- Slut Club – Late Night Adventures: For those looking for a racier evening, Slut Club offers themed nights and a more adult ambiance. Located in St. Georg, it’s a place for the more adventurous souls, with sex parties, dress code nights and cruising labyrinth.
Hotels in St. Georg
Home to 12 gay bars all close together. Known as the red light area, St. Georg is home to older gay bars and cruising/leather venues.
- Hotel Wedina an der Alster – Rated “Fabulous” by guests, the three star hotel is renowned for its fantastic breakfasts, stylish rooms, great location and warm welcome.
- Le Royal Méridien Hamburg – 5 Star hotel with beautiful indoor pool, modern gym, located in the city centre on Alster lake with spectacular views.
Hotels in St. Pauli
A nightlife area with 10 gay bars and late night clubs.
- Empire Riverside Hotel – 4-Star “Fabulous” rated hotel with panoramic views, superb fitness centre and spa and just 100m from the harbour and gay bars.
- Auto-Parkhotel – Family run, centrally located 2-star hotel offering great value and easy walking distance to the bars.
Recommended Hotels
Where to stay close to all the gay bars
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
Where we stay!
Henri Downtown is where we stay close
to the gay bars in the centre of the city!
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Gay Map of Hamburg
There are two gay areas in Hamburg the first being St. Georgs where you will find 12 gay bars all close together this area is also known as the red light area The other area is St. Pauli and has 10 gay bars and clubs.
Gay Map Hamburg / St. Georgs
An der Alster 52, 20099 Hamburg, Germany
Le Méridien Hamburg is a design hotel located in the city centre directly on the Alster Lake with spectacular views. Guests can enjoy the Heritage Restaurant and Bar on the 9th floor, free usage of the health club with a fitness centre and pool as well as free WiFi access throughout the property.
Rooms at Le Méridien Hamburg feature modern ambience with either wooden or carpet flooring, elegant bathrooms with bathtub or shower, a flat-screen TV, air-conditioning as well as hot drinks facilities. Guests have free access to various online newspaper and magazines.
Steindamm 63, 20099 Hamburg, Germany
Named after the German word for ruby and boasting a red theme throughout, the 4-star superior ARCOTEL Rubin offers free WiFi and spacious rooms with flat-screen TVs. It lies in Hamburg's lively St. Georg district, 500 m from Hamburg Central Station.
Its air-conditioned rooms include soundproofed windows, leather furnishings and cordless telephones.
Lange Reihe 18, 20099 Hamburg, Germany
Located in Hamburg’s lively St. Georg district, this privately run hotel is only a few minutes walk from the city centre, the Alster lake and the central train station.
The 4-star Hotel Senator Hamburg offers comfortable, tastefully furnished rooms in an intimate atmosphere with hanseatic flair. Free wireless internet access is available in the rooms and throughout the hotel.
Gurlittstraße 23, 20099 Hamburg, Germany
Located in Hamburg-St. Georg, just 150 m away from the Alster Lake, Hotel Wedina offers urban design.
The individually designed rooms at the Hotel Wedina an der Alster are located in 4 colour-themed buildings (red, blue, green and yellow) and exude a love for literature. All rooms include free WiFi, wooden floors, a safe and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and a bathtub or shower.
Koppel 42, 0099 Hamburg, Germany
This privately run hotel offers free Wi-Fi and a central location in the St. Georg district of Hamburg. The Mönckebergstrasse shopping street is an 8-minute walk away.
All rooms feature their own private bathroom.
As a guest of the Alpha Hotel, you enjoy discounted access to the modern wellness facilities of the neighbouring hotel.
Rosenstraße 7, 20095 Hamburg, Germany
Decorated in neutral colours, Rosenstraße features bright apartments with contemporary furnishings. Each includes a flat-screen TV in the living room, separate bedrooms and well-equipped kitchen.
Steindamm 25, 20099 Hamburg, Germany
The apartment features 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, an equipped kitchen with a fridge and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a shower. with a balcony and free WiFi. & private parking
Brandsende 10, 20095 Hamburg, Germany
The apartments feature a mix of Nordic and Mediterranean design. They are fitted with air conditioning and feature a flat-screen TV in the living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area, and a private bathroom.
Holzdamm 40, 20099 Hamburg, Germany
This apartment includes 3 bedrooms, a living room and a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area, and 1 bathroom with a shower and a washing machine. Next to Central Station. Free WiFi
St. Georg, Lange Reihe 93, Hamburg 20099
● A welcoming spot for both gay and lesbian patrons, featuring delightful in-house pastries.
● Offers a popular street terrace for a relaxed atmosphere.
● Enjoy a daily menu at lunchtime.
Daily 10:00 – 23:00
St. Georg, Lange Reihe 63, Hamburg 20099
● One of Germany's oldest gay-friendly cafes, renowned for its cozy vibe.
● Indulge in daily homemade cakes that are simply irresistible.
● In the summer, enjoy your treats on the charming backyard terrace.
Daily 08:00 – 24:00
St. Georg, Danziger Straße 63, Hamburg 20099
● A cozy gay bar located in the St. Georg quarter.
● Offers a selection of drinks, cocktails, and wines.
Monday-Thursday 18:00 – 01:00; Friday, Saturday 18:00 – 03:00
St. Georg, Kreuzweg 6, Hamburg 20099
● A vibrant party bar for the LGBTQ+ community and friends.
● Hosts events like DJ nights, Glamourquiz, and Drag Queen Karaoke.
Monday-Thursday 20:00 – 08:00+; Friday, Saturday 20:00 – 11:00+; Sunday 20:00 – 08:00+
St. Georg, Zimmerpforte 1, Hamburg 20099
● A simple and friendly gay pub with a regular local crowd.
● Welcoming to patrons of all ages.
Monday-Thursday 14:00 – 03:00; Friday 14:00 – 04:00+; Saturday 12:00 – 04:00+; Sunday 12:00 – 03:00
St. Georg, Bremer Reihe 20, Hamburg 20099
● A late-night bar with a gay-friendly vibe in St. Georg.
● Perfect for a casual night out.
Open 24 hours 7 days aweek
St. Georg, Lange Reihe 22, Hamburg 20099
● A lively hetero-friendly gay bar with cozy booth seating.
● Bustling atmosphere on weekends.
Tuesday-Saturday 17:00/18:00 – 01:00/02:00; summer also Sunday
St. Georg, Lange Reihe 82, Hamburg 20099
● An inviting LGBT-friendly bar with a popular street terrace.
● Great for enjoying drinks outdoors.
Tuesday-Saturday 17:00/18:00 – 01:00/02:00; summer also Sunday
Lange Reihe 88, 20099 Hamburg, Germany
● Small but nice! Large selection of great cocktails. ● There are always new cocktails on the menu ● charming and quick-witted owner!
Daily 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
St. Georg, Zimmerpforte 2, Hamburg 20099
● A small basement bar in St. Georg known for its intimate setting.
Daily 15:00 – 01:00
Rostocker Straße 14, Hamburg 20099
● A simple basement bar frequented by local regulars.
Thursday 18:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday 18:00 – 04:00; Sunday 18:00 – 02:00
Rostocker Straße 20, 20099 Hamburg, Germany
● A vibrant gay fetish bar featuring an intriguing cruising labyrinth- Ats a predominantly middle-aged crowd.
● Saturdays have a strict fetish dress code; check the program on their website for details.
● Offers a smoking area for patrons.
Wednesday, Thursday 20:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday 22:00 – 05:00;
Sunday 18:00 – 24:00
St. Georg, Pulverteich 17, Hamburg 20099
● Known as the longest-running gay cruise bar in Hamburg.
● Features a unique Tom of Finland gallery, celebrating iconic art.
● A welcoming space for socializing and cruising.
Daily 20:00 – 02:00+; Friday, Saturday until 05:00+
Gay Map Hamburg / St. Pauli
Lincolnstraße 8, 20359 Hamburg, Germany
This 2-star hotel in Hamburg enjoys a central location just off the Reeperbahn, in the heart of the famous St. Pauli district.
The family-run Auto-Parkhotel is set near the port and fish market, within easy reach of Hamburg’s legendary nightlife, musicals and entertainment venues.
Lincolnstraße 2, 20359 Hamburg, Germany
Directly on the Reeperbahn in Hamburg, this hostel offers free WiFi and hot drinks facilities in every room. Guests at Hostel Kiezbude can enjoy a bar and lounge which opens every weekend.
Unique rooms and dormitories with bright patterns and stylish accessories are offered at Hostel Kiezbude. Rooms have shared or private bathrooms.
Große Freiheit 22, St. Pauli, 22767 Hamburg, Germany
Set 700 m from Port of Hamburg in Hamburg, St. Joseph Hotel features free WiFi access and private parking. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.
The rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. All rooms are fitted with a private bathroom.
Bernhard-Nocht-Straße 97, 20359 Hamburg, Germany
Panoramic city views, free Wi-Fi, a 200m² fitness and spa area and rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows are offered at Empire Riverside Hotel, just 100 m from Hamburg Harbour and the Reeperbahn entertainment district.
The superior Empire Riverside Hotel offers stylish rooms with cable TV, and most offer great views of Hamburg. Bathrobes and toiletries are provided in the bathrooms.
Karolinenstraße 6, Hamburg 20357
● A queer-inclusive venue that serves delicious ice cream and cocktails.
● Dance the night away with a lineup of House and Techno music.
Daily 3 PM–2 AM, Sunday3–11 PM
St. Pauli, Silbersacktwiete 1, Hamburg 20359
● One of the first gay bars in Hamburg, set in the St. Pauli neighborhood.
● Features a mixed clientele and a smoking area.
Wednesday, Thursday 20:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday 20:00 – 04:00;
Sunday 20:00 – 24:00
St. Pauli, Clemens-Schultz-Straße 43, Hamburg 20359
● A popular queer-friendly pub in the St. Pauli area.
● Attracts a youthful crowd in their twenties and thirties.
Daily 18:00 – 24:00+; Friday, Saturday till 02:00+
St. Pauli, Talstraße 14, Hamburg 20359
● A bustling gay party bar located in the red-light district of St. Pauli.
● Known for chart hits and German Schlager music.
Daily 20:00 – 03:00; Friday, Saturday till 06:00
Reeperbahn 13, 620359 Hamburg, Germany
● Main gay club in Hamburg always Busy (one of the best clubs in town) ● In the club the nights get loud, hot and intimate - their guests are unrestrained, sexy and lascivious
Saturday 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM
Große Freiheit 35, 22767 Hamburg, Germany
● This bar is a gay institution run by a famous Drag Queen ● There are different show acts every day. ● And the music is just as colorfully mixed
Sun-Thurs 9pm-1am Fri 8pm-2am Sat 6pm-3am
Reeperbahn 147, 20359 Hamburg, Germany
● A gay Cabaret show and dinner venue ● Europe's most exclusive travesty cabaret.
Monday to Thursday 5:00pm-2:00am Friday, Saturday, Sunday 5:00pm-4:00am. (Tuesday CLOSED)
Spielbudenpl. 27-28, 20359 Hamburg, Germany
Gay Night club with lots of events
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Hotel Atlantic
5 Star, Luxury
- 5-star, grand façade, overlooking Außenalster Lake.
- Close to the gay district.
- Flat-screen TV, marble bathroom.
- Luxurious, lakefront elegance with unique color-themed floors and exclusive spa facilities.
Le Méridien Hamburg
5 Star, Readers Choice
- 5-star, Alster Lake views, modern ambiance.
- Close to the gay district.
- Elegant bathrooms.
- Stylish lakeside retreat, breathtaking views, in the heart of the city.
ARCOTEL Rubin
4 Star, Great Value
- 4-star, vibrant St. Georg district, red theme.
- Close to the gay district.
- Leather furnishings.
- Contemporary comfort with a unique ruby theme, ideal for exploring central Hamburg.
Hotel Wedina
3 Star, Location
- 3-star, color-themed buildings, literary love.
- Close to the gay district.
- Free WiFi, wooden floors.
- Charming, individualized rooms in a vibrant area, steps from the Alster Lake.
Video Of Hamburg Gay Pride
CSD – Hamburg Pride 2019
Top Gay Neighbourhoods in Hamburg
Hamburg, Germany, has a lively and diverse LGBTQ+ community, making it a welcoming destination for gay travelers and residents alike. The city offers a range of gay-friendly establishments, events, and resources.
St. Georg | The heart of Hamburg’s gay scene
Photo: St. Georg is home to some of Hamburg’s most popular gay bars
- St. Georg is often considered the heart of Hamburg’s gay scene.
- This district is home to many gay bars, clubs, and shops, making it a popular destination for the LGBTQ+ community.
- The “Lange Reihe” street is particularly known for its concentration of LGBTQ+-friendly establishments.
- Discover the best things to see and do in St. Georg
St. Pauli
A vibrant district with LGBTQ+-friendly venues, around the Reeperbahn area, known for its nightlife.
Schanzenviertel
This neighborhood has a alternative and progressive vibe. Known for its artistic & cultural scene, shops, cafes, & galleries.
City Center
Staying in the heart of the city gives you easy access to major attractions, shopping districts, & upscale hotels.
Altona
Altona is has become increasingly popular among the LGBTQ+ community. It features a mix of bars, cafes, & clubs.
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