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Matrix Sun Festival
Torremolinos 2025

Name: Matrix Sun Festival, Torremolinos
Start: 2025-08-19
End: 2025-08-24

Enjoy six unforgettable days and nights of beach fun, sun, handsome boys, parties and more!

Event Dates
From: Tuesday, August 19, 2025
To: Sunday, August 24, 2025
Key Highlights
- Legendary pool parties
- Beach parties
- Handsome boys
Plan Ahead!
Torremolinos hotels fill fast for events
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Matrix Sun Festival, Torremolinos 2025

This summer in August in Torremolinos, you can enjoy six unforgettable days of beach, sun, handsome boys, the best parties and Djs.

DESTINATION ALERT – Torremolinos experiences record occupancy in August – Check for last minute availability before its too late.

For a unique stay, we recommend the stunning Hotel Melia Costa Del Sol. Book a room in “The Level” section of the hotel for great views and executive lounge access.

The Parties

Next Edition: Tuesday 19th August – Sunday 24th August, 2025.

Matrix is Spain’s leading gay party promoter, hosting events across the country and around the world.

The producer is famous for hosting over-the-top theme parties with spectacular stage shows featuring stunning visuals, world-class DJs and a troupe of sexy GoGos!

The Sun Festival will include several beach parties and nightly circuit events.

Day parties start at noon until 8pm and night parties run from midnight until 6am..

Stay close to the parties at the Hotel Apartmentos Bojondillo with great views, clean facilities, a nice pool and close to all the gay bars and beaches.

Night Time Parties

Night time parties run from midnight until 6 am.

Parties typically run from Tuesday to Sunday.

Matrix Main Event is held on the final Saturday at Studio Club + Gallery Room.

Awaiting full schedule of parties.

Beach Parties

Awaiting dates.

FLAMINGO XXX Beach Party at Playa Aruba from 5 pm to 11.30 pm.

SUNSET Beach Party at Eden Beach forom 5.30 pm to 10 pm

The Venues

Centuryon – Located on C/Casablanca, 15. Centuryon is one of the biggest clubs on the Torremolinos gay scene offering state of the art lights and sound with two large bars and dance floor.

Playa Eden – Enjoy Mediterranean fare & cocktails at this trendy seaside terrace bar with DJ events & sun lounger rentals. Now with jacuzzi, outdoor pool and beach circuit parties.

Studio Club – Formerly Palladium, the venue has been completely reformed with stunning light and sound and space for 1000+ party lovers. Divided in two opposite concept rooms. The main room with an industry style and powerful L’acoustics sound system offers quality electronic music and international dj’s during day and night sessions. The colorful Gallery Room is an open space to artists and expositions, where music finds its way too offering a complete sensory experience

Hotel Ritual

Hotel Ritual – Gay hotel that put Torremolinos back on the international gay map. Host to some of the official pool parties for infinity. Large rooms close to the gay bars and clubs. Book well in advance if you want to stay in this hotel.

The Ritual sells out fast – Try the Sol Torremolinos Don Marco – A Melia hotel with spacious rooms and superb amenities and just 10 minutes walk from the party.

Recommended Hotels in Torremolinos

The following Torremolinos hotels are currently close to the city’s bustling gay scene:

Fenix Torremolinos – Adults only beachfront hotel with excellent pool. – 4 Star (250 m from centre)

Sol Torremolinos – Beachfront hotel on Bajondillo Beach with great breakfast – 4 Star (500 m from centre)

Hotel Isabel – Rated “Fabulous” by guests, on Playamar Beach with excellent swimming pool. – 4 Star (0.9 km from centre)

Recommended Hotels

Where to stay close to all the gay bars.
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.

Where we stay!

The Meliá is where we stay when we visit
Torremolinos. Close to the gay beaches

Official Website

For further information and advice on
Matrix Sun Festival visit Facebook

Gay Map of Torremolinos

The Torremolinos gay scene and night is focused in and around La Nogalera – an open-air shopping complex in the very centre of town. With the gay scene in the very center of town, and the main hotels close to the beach, walking will get you to most places.

Paseo Marítimo 11 Playa del Bajondillo, 29620 Torremolinos, Spain

Meliá Costa del Sol is set on Bajondillo Beach in Torremolinos, offering a rooftop terrace with sea views and free Wi-Fi. It has an outdoor pool, a gym and a spa.

Modern rooms are bright and spacious. They have a terrace overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. All are air conditioned and have a safe, flat-screen satellite TV, a well-equipped bathroom and free WiFi.

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Paseo Marítimo 47, 29620 Torremolinos, Málaga, Spain

Hotel Isabel is directly in front of Playamar Beach, 700 m from central Torremolinos. It offers an outdoor salt-water pool and sun terrace, and air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and flat-screen TVs.

Each bright, functional room at the Isabel Hotel has a safe, balcony and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and toiletries. Some rooms have fridge

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Ritual Hotel - Adults only, Calle Brasil, Torremolinos, Costa del Sol Occidental, Malaga, Andalusia, 29620, Spain

Located in La Nogalera area in Torremolinos, known for its lively gay scene, this central and stylish hotel offers a spa and 2 outdoor pools. Hotel Ritual - Adults Only has direct access to Bajondillo Beach. All air-conditioned rooms come with a flat-screen TV, minibar, modern décor and private balcony, some with sea views. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property.

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Calle los Nidos, 7 29620 Torremolinos Málaga

Just 60 m from the charming La Carihuela Beach in Torremolinos, El Tiburon Boutique Hotel & Spa (Adults Recommended) offers an outdoor pool. Free WiFi access is provided.

Each air-conditioned room comes with a flat-screen satellite TV and Virtual Reality headset. All have a private bathroom with a shower and hairdryer. Bed linen and towels are provided.

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Calle del Peligro 15, 29620 Torremolinos, Málaga, Spain

This cosy and charming place is situated next to Bajondillo beach in the centre of Torremolinos.

All rooms have been uniquely decorated and some boast a terrace or balcony. On the ground floor, the restaurant offers lunch and dinner services from a varied menu. You can relax next to the sea here and enjoy the cosmopolitan and lively atmosphere of the Costa del Sol.

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Calle Castillo del Inglés, 29620 Torremolinos, Málaga, Spain

The apartment has 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. an outdoor swimming pool and a terrace overlooking the beach

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Paseo de Maritimo Torremolinos, 9, 29620 Torremolinos, Málaga, Spain

Featuring a kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, each unit also comes with a satellite flat-screen TV, ironing facilities, desk and a seating area with a sofa. A bathroom with shower in all units,

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Calle Castillo del Inglés, 1, 29620 Torremolinos, Málaga, Spain

offering wonderful views of the sea, this 2 bedroom apartment has a living room with TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and washing machine, a bathroom with shower and a very large terrace.

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C. Skal, 4, 29620 Torremolinos, Málaga

● Small restaurant at Pueblo Blanco.
● Mediterranean cuisine and modern Tapas creations.
● Includes vegetarian and vegan options.
● Highly recommended; reservation advised.

Wednesday-Monday 19:00 – 23:00
Phone: +34 665 10 48 56

Website

1 Paseo Marítimo, 29620, Torremolinos, Málaga, Spain

One of Torremolinos’ most popular gay bars and the place to get somthing to eat on the beach

In the season daily except Wednesday, 12:30 – 23:00

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C. Casablanca, 6, 29620 Torremolinos, Málaga

● Gay-oriented cafe-bar with street terrace.
● Close to the La Nogalera complex.
● Offers coffee, breakfast, cocktails, and drinks.

Daily except Wednesday 11:00 – 14:00 and 18:00 – 21:30

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La Nogalera, l. 114, Torremolinos 29620

Stylish bar with an outside terrace and small stage for drag shows
Very popular on weekends

Friday, Saturday 22:00 – 03:00/04:00; Sunday 17:00 – 02:00; in summer
daily 22:00 – 03:00/04:00

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Av. Palma de Mallorca, 14, 29620 Torremolinos, Málaga

● Gay cruising club
● Central location in Torremolinos
● Fetish friendly

In summer daily, otherwise Wednesday-Sunday, from 22:00

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C. Casablanca 13, Torremolinos 29620

Branch of El 12 Madrid, opened in 2023, features a big terrace in the courtyard

In the season daily, 19:00 – 02:00/03:00

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Calle La Nogalera 13, Torremolinos 29620

New gay-friendly singalong and karaoke bar, music ranges from Broadway hits to contemporary pop

Tuesday-Thursday 21:00 – 03:00; Friday, Saturday 20:00 – 04:00; Sunday

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C. la Nogalera, 19, 29620 Torremolinos, Málaga

Fetish-friendly and queer inclusive bar. Offers a big open terrace

Wednesday-Sunday from 17:00

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La Nogalera, l. 522, Torremolinos 29620

LGBT-friendly music bar, features a small dance floor, exterior terrace, and friendly service

Daily from 21:30

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520 Calle Danza Invisible, La Nogalera, Torremolinos, 29620 Spain.

Popular gay bar in the Nogalera complex. Offers food, big terrace, and friendly staff

Tuesday-Sunday till 02:30

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La Nogalera 710, Torremolinos-Málaga, Spain

Spacious and stylish gay bar
Features several music video screens, terrace, and a large glass front
Attracts a mixed-age crowd

Daily 18:00/21:00 – 03:00

Website

Plaza de la Nogalera, l. 307-308, Torremolinos 29620

Small gay-friendly and bears-friendly cafe bar with a big terrace towards the plaza; formerly known as Caffè Venice

Tuesday-Friday 09:00 – 02:00; Saturday, Sunday 10:00 – 02:00; in
summer daily 10:30 – 24:00/03:00

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La Nogalera, l. 501, Torremolinos 29620

Drag-friendly gay bar with terrace in the Nogalera complex

Thursday-Sunday 22:00 – 03:00/04:00

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Paseo Maritimo, Torremolinos 29620

Gay beach club at Playa de El Bajondillo. ● Provides beach loungers, a big lounge bar, and restaurant

In summer daily 10:00 – 22:00; otherwise approx. 12:00 – 19:00

Website

Av. Palma de Mallorca, 8, 29620 Torremolinos, Málaga

● Gay-friendly café-bar with street terrace.
● Located in the center of Torremolinos.

Daily 09:00 – 23:00/01:00; Friday, Saturday till 02:00

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La Nogalera, l. 504-505, Torremolinos 29620

Gay-oriented bar with terrace in the Nogalera complex

Daily from 22:00 – 04:00

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La Nogalera, l. 210, Torremolinos 29620

Small bar with drag entertainment on the terrace
Mixed clientele

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La Nogalera, l.203, Torremolinos 29620

Big modern music bar with terrace and small dance floor
Popular on weekends; attracts young and middle-aged clientele

In the season daily ,21 :00 -04 :00

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C. Danza Invisible, 4, Local 713-714, 29620 Torremolinos, Málaga

-Big music video bar with small dark cruising area in the basement -Usually busiest after 23:30; attracts rather mature clientele

Daily 22 :00 -03 :00 ;Friday, Saturday till 04 :00

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Plaza Tientos, Torremolinos, Spain, 29620

Terrace bar in the Pueblo Blanco area serves a mixed clientele gay-friendly and bears-friendly

Thursday-Monday 19:00 – 02:00 (in summer Thursday-Tuesday)

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Calle de la Nogalera, 715, 29620 Torremolinos, Málaga

Disco -bar with music videos featuring international and Spanish charts and pop music. mixed ages

Friday ,Saturday 24 :00 -05 :00/07 :00 (in summer daily)

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La Nogalera ,l .701,Torremolinos 29620

Gay bar in the Nogalera complex with drag shows

Wednesday to Sunday 10:00 PM - 4:00 AM

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Plaza de la Nogalera ,l .309 ,Torremolinos

Café bar with terrace in the center of Torremolinos

breakfast served until 15 :00

:Monday -Thursday 09 :00 -02:00 ;Friday 09 :00 -03 :00 ;Saturday 10 :00 -03 :00 ;Sunday 10 :00 -02 :00

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Plaza de La Nogalera, C. Danza Invisible, 1, Local 523, 29620 Torremolinos, Málaga

Gay bar with terrace in the Nogalera complex

In summer daily ,20:00 -02 :00/03 :00

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Pl. de la Nogalera, 9, local 109, 29620 Torremolinos, Málaga

Small bar and terrace playing music from the 1970s to 1990s

Opening Times :In high season daily ,otherwise at weekends ,22:00-06 :00

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Plaza de Andalucía/Pasaje de Pizarro, Torremolinos 29620

Fetish friendly cruise club in the centre of Torremolinos with friendly staff

● Fetish-friendly cruise club
● Located in the heart of Torremolinos
● Closed from January to mid-February

Wednesday 21:30/22:00 – 03:00; Thursday 21:30/22:00 – 04:00; Friday, Saturday 21:30/22:00 – 05:00; Sunday 16:00 – 24:00

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C. la Nogalera, 29620 Torremolinos, Málaga, Spain

One of the busiest clubs in Torremolinos in the heart of the gay district

Big gay cruising club, Situated in the Nogalera complex

Friday and Saturday night 24:00/01:00 – 06:00

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Av. Carlota Alessandri, 146, 29620 Torremolinos, Málaga

● Gay cruising club
● A bit off the beaten path but well-equipped
● Admission: 8-15 €, includes 1-2 drinks

(Wednesday,) Thursday 22:00 – 03:30; Friday, Saturday 22:00 – 06:00; Sunday 21:00 – 03:30

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Calle la Nogalera 21, Torremolinos 29620

● Small gay cruise bar
● Bears-friendly and fetish-friendly
● Popular with a more mature crowd

Monday-Saturday 20:00 – 02:00; Sunday 18:00 – 02:00

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Calle Casablanca 12, Torremolinos 29620

● Small gay bar
● Monthly leather social event "Copas en Cuero"

Monday-Saturday 20:00 – 01:00

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C. Skal, 2, 29620 Torremolinos, Málaga, Spain

● Small gay bar with a dark cruising labyrinth
● Mixed ages
● Admission: 10-15 €, includes 1-2 drinks

Monday-Thursday 22:30 – 05:00; Friday, Saturday 22:30 – 07:00; Sunday 21:30 –05:00

Top Gay Neighbourhoods in Torremolinos

From the sultry beats of La Nogalera’s bustling nightlife to the sun-drenched boys at Playa El Bajondillo, Torremolinos boasts a blend of fiesta and siesta like no other. Pitch your parasol in La Nogalera, the heart and soul of gay Torremolinos, and let the party come to you!

La Nogalera | The heart of Gay Torremolinos

Photo: La Nogalera, one of Spain’s most fun and vibrant gay districts

The vibrant heart of the LGBTQ+ scene in Torremolinos. Plaza de la Nogalera is packed with bars, clubs, restaurants, and shops.
Located just a 10-minute walk from the gay beaches and best hotels.
La Nogalera hosts various events throughout the year, including the colourful Torremolinos Pride.
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Playa El Bajondillo

Once a simple fishing village, now home to famous gay beach clubs and a superb beachfront promenade.

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Los Álamos

A short drive from the gay bars with a more relaxed vibe and home to some superb beachfront hotels.

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Carihuela

Beachside promenade is an ideal place to sample local seafood delicacies and enjoy views of the Mediterranean.

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Playmar

Scenic Beach offers a wide arrange of self-catering apartments and charming beachfront views.

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Matrix Sun Festival
Torremolinos 2025

Event Dates

Key Highlights

Plan Ahead!

Matrix Sun Festival, Torremolinos 2025

The Parties

Night Time Parties

Beach Parties

The Venues

Hotel Ritual

Recommended Hotels in Torremolinos

Recommended Hotels

Where we stay!

Official Website

Gay Map of Torremolinos

Recommended Hotels in Torremolinos By Booking

Hotel Isabel
4 Star, Beach

Melia Costa del Sol
4 Star, Readers Choice

El Tiburon Hotel & Spa
4 Star, Great Value

Hotel Ritual
3 Star, Gay Hotel

Video Of Matrix Sun Festival

Top Gay Neighbourhoods in Torremolinos

La Nogalera | The heart of Gay Torremolinos

Playa El Bajondillo

Los Álamos

Carihuela

Playmar

Other Events in August

L'International des Feux Loto-Québec

Vancouver Gay Pride

Amsterdam Gay Pride

Lazy Bear Week

Hamburg Gay Pride

Latest Gay Travel News

Follow us on Facebook

Trending Events & Articles

Matrix Sun FestivalTorremolinos 2025

Matrix Sun Festival, Torremolinos 2025

The Parties

Night Time Parties

Beach Parties

The Venues

Hotel Ritual

Recommended Hotels in Torremolinos

Gay Map of Torremolinos

Recommended Hotels in Torremolinos By Booking

Hotel Isabel 4 Star, Beach

Melia Costa del Sol 4 Star, Readers Choice

El Tiburon Hotel & Spa 4 Star, Great Value

Hotel Ritual 3 Star, Gay Hotel

Video Of Matrix Sun Festival

Top Gay Neighbourhoods in Torremolinos

La Nogalera | The heart of Gay Torremolinos

Playa El Bajondillo

Los Álamos

Carihuela

Playmar

Other Events in August

Latest Gay Travel News

Follow us on Facebook

Trending Events & Articles

Matrix Sun Festival
Torremolinos 2025

Hotel Isabel
4 Star, Beach

Melia Costa del Sol
4 Star, Readers Choice

El Tiburon Hotel & Spa
4 Star, Great Value

Hotel Ritual
3 Star, Gay Hotel