Event Dates
From: Saturday, April 19, 2025
To: Saturday, April 19, 2025
Every year the Matrix Festival fills the beach resort of Torremolinos during Easter and Summer with a series of beach parties and circuit events. The Main Party is the highlight of the celebrations.
Every year Matrix, Spain’s leading gay circuit party, fills the beach resort of Torremolinos during Easter and in August with beach parties and circuit events, but nothing compares to their main party.
- 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.
The Party
- Next Edition: Saturday 19th April, 2025
- Matrix hosts two epic closing parties in Torremolinos; one during the Easter Festival Weekend and one during the Matrix Sun Festival in August.
- The Matrix Easter Party attracts thousands of guys from towns and cities across Spain and beyond for one of the most anticipated parties of the season.
- Each year the festival brings the biggest DJs, the sexiest dancers and the highest production values to the Studio Club, one of the town’s most famous venues.
- Enjoy an epic stage performance with the hottest gogos, amazing outfits, over-the-top drag acts and world-class sound and light. This is one party you wont forget!
- The event runs from midnight to 7 am.
Other Editions
- Saturday April 19th, 2025 – Matrix Easter Edition, part of the Torremolinos Gay Easter Festival.
- Awaiting dates – August 2025- Matrix hosts an epic closing party during the Matrix Sun Festival.
The Venue
- Studio Club (formerly the Palladium)
- Studio is the oldest club in Torremolinos and has been renamed and revamped since it opened in the 1980’s. This huge night club has two dance floors, a VIP area and the best party atmosphere on offer in the area.
- The club is located in the center of Torremolinos, just seconds from Torremolinos train station. Stay close by at the Hotel Fenix Torremolinos – Adults only beachfront hotel with excellent pool. – 4 Star (250 m from centre)
Recommended Hotels in Torremolinos
The following hotels are close to the beaches and to the gay bars in the Nogalera district:
Where to stay close to all the gay bars.
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
The Meliá Costa is where we stay
when we visit Torremolinos.
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Matrix Torremolinos visit The Website
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
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.
Paseo Marítimo 47, 29620 Torremolinos, Málaga, Spain
Hotel Isabel is directly in
of Playamar , 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
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.
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.
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.
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
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,
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
C. la Nogalera, 19, 29620 Torremolinos, Málaga
Fetish-friendly and queer inclusive bar. Offers a big open terrace
Wednesday-Sunday from 17:00
La Nogalera, l. 522, Torremolinos 29620
LGBT-friendly music bar, features a small dance floor, exterior terrace, and friendly service
Daily from 21:30
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
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
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
La Nogalera, l. 501, Torremolinos 29620
Drag-friendly gay bar with terrace in the Nogalera complex
Thursday-Sunday 22:00 – 03:00/04:00
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
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
La Nogalera, l. 504-505, Torremolinos 29620
Gay-oriented bar with terrace in the Nogalera complex
Daily from 22:00 – 04:00
La Nogalera, l. 210, Torremolinos 29620
Small bar with drag entertainment on the terrace
Mixed clientele
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
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
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)
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)
La Nogalera ,l .701,Torremolinos 29620
Gay bar in the Nogalera complex with drag shows
Wednesday to Sunday 10:00 PM - 4:00 AM
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Calle Casablanca 12, Torremolinos 29620
● Small gay bar
● Monthly leather social event "Copas en Cuero"
Monday-Saturday 20:00 – 01:00
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
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Martix Sun Festival 2022
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!
Once a simple fishing village, now home to famous gay beach clubs and a superb beachfront promenade.
Beachside promenade is an ideal place to sample local seafood delicacies and enjoy views of the Mediterranean.