Rio Gay Pride 2025

Rio Gay Pride 2025 Paradise Pride… by the beach in Copacabana!

Celebrate Pride, right by the beach, as Rio welcomes a rainbow of nations in November. Enjoy a weekend full of epic circuit nights, pool parties, and block events, ending with Sunday’s colourful parade along the world-famous Copacabana.

• Rio central hotels should be booked well in advance. Stay at the Emiliano Rio, a boutique hotel in the heart of Copacabana with spacious suites and rooms, high end amenities and perfect location for exploring the best of Rio.

Rio Pride Parade – Orgulho LGBT Rio

• Sunday – Awaiting dates – Typically late November
• Rio Pride’s signature event is the main parade, which makes its way along the beach front on Sunday in late November.
• In the Rio de Janeiro LBGT Pride Parade, “trios elétricos”, or sound-wired trucks, make their way along the Copacabana beach while people party and dance on and around them.
• Visitors gather from 11 am at Copacabana’s Posto 5, on the south side of the beach, near Ipanema. The walk continues along Avenida Atlântica , the leisure area lane, from Posto 5 , towards Posto 2 ( Praça do Lido ). Roads are closed from 11:55 pm on Saturday.
• Don’t miss the parade pre-party. Arrive early and enjoy live shows and performances featuring DJ’s, and Drag Queens and their carnival-like outfits, music concerts and much more. Arrive early and enjoy the beach while warming up.
• The parade is 1,3 miles long (2,1 kms.) taking in most of Copacabana Beach. So, take the opportunity to get a tan while partying. The theme for the 2024 edition is “Adding to Strengthen”
• For great views stay at the Rio Othon Palace with a beautiful rooftop pool and located just steps from the beach.

Rio Pride Street Parties

• Awaiting dates- Pre-Pride Party with Carna Pride – one of the biggest block parties held during Carnival and Pride.
• Awaiting dates – Thursday to Sunday –  Block parties and circuit events run for several days in the lead up to the pride celebrations.
• Rio hosts several block parties “bloqueos” and pride themed circuit events during the week leading up to the pride parade.
• Enjoy daily street parties and smaller parades each day, and every gay bar and club has a different party each night.
• For a more relaxed stay in Rio, consider Ipanema. The Arena Ipanema is rated “Excellent” by guests just metres from the beach, with excellent dining options, spacious rooms and rooftop infinity pool.

Gay Rio

• Uncover the best of Rio with our insider guide! From thrilling nightlife and cozy bars to sun-soaked beaches and trendy cafes, our Gay Rio Guide has everything you need. Discover LGBTQ+ history, must-visit spots, and exciting events.

Rio Gay Parties (Bars and Clubs)

• Boho –  Instagram – Picture this: A recurring party that plays hard-to-get with its address? That’s Boho for you. Rio’s trendsetters swear by it, and trust us, we’ve danced there too. You’ll find a diverse crowd, with a flair for gay friendliness. Catch the vibe especially during big holiday weekends when it tilts gayer. Often held at Sacadura 154, just a quick 20-minute drive from the iconic Copacabana. Bring your dancing shoes!
• Home, The Club –  Instagram – Been to Rio’s hottest gay parties? You’ve probably been to The Home Rio. Reignited from the legacy of The Week, it hosts headliners like 18+, Biggerland, and more. Get ready for the power-packed combination of Circuit Boys, electrifying Air Cannons, sleek shows, and impeccable lighting.
• Treta Fest –  Instagram – Authentically Brazilian, extravagantly Rio! This party often brings down the house in some of Rio’s quirkiest venues. From tempting dancers and drag queens to thrilling live shows, you’re in for a fest! And oh, their pop-up parties at Pink Flamingo? Legendary!
• Galeria Cafe –  Instagram – Confession time: Galeria Cafe isn’t really a cafe. But, located right in Ipanema’s pulse, it’s one of the spots we can’t resist when in Rio. Eclectic DJ mixes from club hits to campy pop tunes make every night feel like a theme party.
• Up Turn Bar –  Instagram – By day, a restaurant. By weekend, a pulsating nightclub! Nestled in Barra da Tijuca, one of Rio’s plush neighbourhoods, it’s a haven for the LGBTQ+ community. Plus, the drag queens? Show-stoppers! And it’s just a 35-minute drive from Copacabana.
• Pink Flamingo –  Instagram – The fresh face on Rio’s gay bar scene. Doors swing open at 7 pm, and every night is a new tale with their themed parties. And yes, those dashing Cariocas you’ve heard about? You’ll find them here.
• Chá da Alice –  Instagram – Step into a wonderland called Alice’s Tea Party. With characters like the Mad Hatter greeting you at the entrance and handing you a spicy tea-vodka concoction, it’s a heady blend of charm and fun. Held at Fundição Progresso, an architectural marvel. Just 17-minutes away from Copacabana.
• V de Viadão –  Instagram – The renegade of Rio’s party scene! Unpredictable venues, spontaneous dates, and an aversion to the conventional. And trust us, their love for drag and eyeliner? Nothing short of infectious. Keep your eyes peeled for those beach flyers, you never know where the next party might be!

Rio Pride Organisers

• Rio Gay Pride or Orgulho LGBT Rio as it is know in Brazil, is promoted by Rio-based Grupo Arco-Íris de Conscientização Homossexual, or the Rainbow Group for Homosexual Awareness, a non-governmental organization whose mission is to join people committed to advancing awareness of diversity and to help build a world without sexual prejudice and discrimination.

Recommended Hotels in Rio

The following Rio hotels are all close to the fun that is Rio

Orla Copacabana Hotel,    Rio Othon Palace,    Atlantis Copacabana Hotel,    Hotel Fasano