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Stockholm Pride takes place in the height of the Summer Season attracting more than 600,000 people.
Stockholm pride is a colorful week long event which takes place during the height of Summer in August. Hotels in the old town fill up fast for one of the biggest events in the city attracting both straight and gay visitors.
- Stay in the old town, close to the city’s popular gay bars and take a taxi or ride share to the party. The Hotel Reisen is rated “Excellent” by guests with a wonderful sauna and pool area, a modern gym, superior rooms and perfect location
Stockholm Pride Parade
- Saturday – Awaiting dates – The Parade starts from Mariatorget, passing Slussen continuing on via Skeppsbron – Kungsträdgårdsgatan – Hamngatan – Sergels torg – Sveavägen – Kungsgatan – Stureplan – Sturegatan, and finishes at Östermalms IP.
- Over 60 000 individuals take part in the 4.5km parade with a large number of carriages and decorated vehicles filled with hot gogos, amazing drag queens and queers of all persuasions.
- The main parade takes over the entire city attracting everyone from the prime minister to sports teams, families, activist groups and lots of incredibly attractive Swedes.
- Stockholm Pride attracts an audience of approximately 600 000 supportive spectators, with many making it an all-day event arriving hours in advance with their picnic baskets, to get the best “seats”.
- Stay right in the heart of the pride festivities at the Hotel Rival, rates “Wonderful” by gusts with delicious breakfasts and park views.
Stockholm Pride Park
- Thursday to Sunday – The Pride Park takes place in the heart of Stockholm at Östermalms. It is an oasis in the city, the meeting place in the middle of all the pride activities. The park mixes clowns with opera singers, upcoming stars next to world famous artists.
- Pride Park is the place where you meet new and old friends, hang out, watch art, listen to writers and artists. The nights are filled with sparkling colour and sound, and you will never want to leave.
- Stay close to the pride park at the Hotel Nobis, a design hotel featuring stylish rooms, highly-rates breakfasts and perfect location.
Stockholm Bear Pride
- Thursday to Sunday – Special meet-up for bears, chasers and admirers, including dinners, a bear picnic, bear parties and a special bear contingent within the parade.
Stockholm Circuit Parties & Events
- Pride Circus Stockholm – Typically Friday night – Pride Circus is Stockholm’s biggest Pride party featuring legendary drag queens, famous DJs and sexy guys in a stunning location.
- XCape Stockholm Pride Festival – Awaiting Dates – Featuring world famous DJs and performers including Forever TLV, Beyond London and Revolver Berlin, and the XCape Main Massive Party.
- Backdoor Stockholm Pride Week – Typically Wed to Sat of the pride weekend – Host of the popular Kink opening party and the Eurovision After party!
Kinky Quarters
- The Scandinavians are always on the cutting edge of gay rights and acceptance for all. With this in mind they have created the “Kinky Quarters”: a specific area with BDSM, fetishism, and other subcultures that common people call kinky.
- It is be a meeting place for both the initiated, and the curious, to talk, shop, and get to know more about everything associated with kinkster life.
- The event takes place within the festival grounds.
Gay Stockholm
- The Scandinavian City on the Water, Stockholm surprises visitors with its many charming and clean waterways, slick design, and gay-friendly locals.
- Stockholm has no gay enclave as such, but gay and gay-friendly establishments are scattered throughout the city and rainbow flags fly high in many of Stockholm’s central districts.
- The greatest concentration of gay bars and clubs is to be found in two areas: the trendy Södermalm district and Gamla Stan, Old Town, one of the best-preserved medieval cities in the world.
Stockholm’s most popular gay party nights include:
- SLM – the fetish club Scandinavian Leather Men for men only. Wollmar Yxkullsgatan 18, Södermalm
- Patricia – Don’t miss the legendary Gay Sunday Nights on old steamer Patricia at Söder Mälarstrand. Stunning view from the sun deck. Söder Mälarstrand, Kajplats 19
- Club Backdoor – Three bars, awesome sound system, and three dance floors that play House, Techno, 90’s pop, and all great party music in between! Arenavägen 75, Tolv
- Guldrummet Sthlm – Monthly club at the renowned Berns Salonger. Glitzy, fun, and with a great dancefloor. Näckströmsgatan 8, City
Where to say during Stockholm Pride
Here are the hotels we recommend that have good reviews and keep you close to all the action
Where to stay close to all the gay bars
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
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Being gay is such a non-issue in Sweden that Stockholm doesn’t really have a “gay area” — the gay clubs are everywhere, and gay restaurants and coffee shops are dispersed throughout downtown, old town, and even the suburbs.
Tegelbacken 6111 52 Stockholm, Sweden
This stylish hotel is 300 m from Stockholm Central Station and 5 minutes' walk from the Old Town. The air conditioned rooms have a flat-screen TV and a tea/coffee maker.
Sheraton Stockholm’s modern rooms also have luxury beds with soft mattresses and goose feather pillows. Free WiFi is available in all rooms and public areas. Some rooms have views of Lake Mälaren, the Old Town or Stockholm City Hall.
Guldgränd 8118 20 Stockholm, Sweden
Centrally situated between trendy Södermalm and the charming
, this modern hotel offers panoramic views of the inner city, Lake Mälaren and Hall. Relaxation options include a sauna and gym. WiFi is free.The well-equipped, stylish rooms at Hilton
feature contemporary Swedish décor, cable TV and minibar. Large windows offer lots of natural light. Most rooms provide spectacular views over Riddarfjärd Bay, the gateway to ’s stunning archipelago.Storkyrkobrinken 5111 28 Stockholm, Sweden
This
hotel is housed in a listed 15th-century building, right next to the in Stockholm’s . Metro Station is 400 m away. Guests have free access to the on-site sauna and plunge pool.All rooms at Collector’s Lady Hamilton Hotel have cable TV and a private bathroom with eco-friendly toiletries. For added historic feel, most rooms feature old paintings, antique furniture and crystal chandeliers.
Lilla Nygatan 25111 28 Stockholm, Sweden
Set in a mid 17th-century building in
’s , this charming hotel offers free WiFi and rooftop terrace views. The is 5 minutes’ walk away.'s cosy guest rooms feature Gustavian-style décor, hardwood parquet floors and decorative carpets. Each room is furnished with at least one antique object, and some also include generous work spaces and seating areas.
Lilla Nygatan 5111 28 Stockholm, Sweden
Situated in Stockholm’s picturesque
, Collector's Victory Hotel is 2 minutes’ walk from . Its uniquely decorated rooms have a flat-screen TV and heated bathroom floors.Inspired by its own maritime antique collection, the rooms at Collector’s Victory Hotel feature a naval theme. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.
Sven Vintappares Gränd 3111 27 Stockholm, Sweden
Housed in an early 17th-century building in the heart of Stockholm’s Old Town, Hotel Sven Vintappare offers rooms with flat-screen TVs and Gustavian-style furnishings. Västerlånggatan shopping street is 50 m away.
All the traditional guest rooms at Sven Vintappare Hotel feature exposed wooden beams and a pantry with china dinner sets. Each room has a private bathroom with shower and heated marble floors.
Västerlånggatan 22111 29 Stockholm, Sweden
Located in a narrow 17th-century building in Stockholm’s
, Collector’s Hotel offers maritime-style rooms with cable TV and free Wi-Fi access. The hotel has a 24 hour reception.All rooms at Lord Nelson Hotel include a tiled bathroom with a shower and hairdryer. Each room has either Hästens or Dux beds and a work desk.
Stora Nygatan 13, 111 27 Stockholm, Sweden
ApartDirect Gamla Stan II offers a living room with a TV and a seating area. The fully-equipped kitchen includes both a microwave and an oven. The bright and modern bathroom comes with a shower. The rooms feature city views. Free WiFi
Prästgatan 50, 111 29 Stockholm, Sweden
A seating area, tiled stove and flat-screen TV are featured in the brightly decorated apartments at ApartDirect Gamla Stan. Kitchen facilities include a stove, fridge and a dining area. apartments includes free Wi-Fi access and a fully equipped kitchen.
Guldgränd 5, 118 20 Stockholm, Sweden
Set in a 1650s era building, Guldgränd’s apartments feature high ceilings, stucco details and traditional tiled stoves. Each includes cable TV, dining table and modern bathroom with shower. feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and kitchenettes
Brunnsgränd 5, 111 30 Stockholm, Sweden
All units comprise a seating area with a sofa, a dining area, and a fully equipped kitchen with various cooking facilities, including a dishwasher, an oven, a microwave and a toaster. A fridge and stovetop are also provided, as well as a coffee machine.
Regeringsgatan 76, Stockholm 11139
● A mixed-sex shop featuring a gay cruising labyrinth with video booths and rooms.
● Offers a retro vibe reminiscent of the 1980s, albeit a bit worn out.
● Surprisingly busy on weekend nights due to limited cruising options in Stockholm.
Open 24 hours 7 days a week
Stortorget 18, Stockholm 11129
● A cozy and beloved gay-friendly café located in the heart of Gamla Stan, surrounded by charming historic buildings.
● Perfect for enjoying a relaxing coffee or a delicious treat on one of the most popular squares in the Old Town.
Summer: daily 09:00 – 22:00; Winter: daily 10:00 – 22:00
Norr Mälarstrand 64, Stockholm 12149
● A delightful open-air café and lounge bar situated along the waterfront on Kungsholmen.
● Featuring a lovely beer garden, it's an ideal spot for a leisurely walk along the Norr Mälarstrand promenade.
● The atmosphere is relaxed, making it suitable for both families and the LGBT community.
Wollmar Yxkullsgatan 7, Stockholm 12343
● A cozy gay bar located in Södermalm with a small, affordable restaurant.
● Friendly atmosphere for bears.
● Kitchen open until 23:00.
Wednesday-Saturday 18:00 – 01:00
Hornhuset, Långholmsgatan 15, Stockholm 11733
● A vibrant cocktail lounge catering to the LGBTQ+ community and allies.
● Features DJs and entertaining drag shows for a lively night out.
Wednesday, Thursday 16:00 – 24:00; Friday, Saturday 16:00 – 01:00
Kornhamnstorg 59, Stockholm 11127
● An inviting restaurant, lounge, and wine bar nestled in Stockholm's Old Town.
● Welcoming to a mixed clientele, perfect for casual gatherings or special occasions.
Daily 11:00 – 03:00
Arenavägen 75 (Tele2 Arena), Stockholm 12177 Johanneshov
● A vibrant and modern gay club located in southern Stockholm.
● Features international guest DJs and a diverse music range from pop to techno.
● Check their Facebook page for the latest events and themes.
Friday, Saturday 23:00 – 05:00
Söder Mälarstrand, Kajplats 19, Stockholm 11825
● A unique experience aboard the historic ship MS Patricia.
● Offers four bars, two outdoor bars, a restaurant, and a lively nightclub.
● Hosts a popular LGBT night every Sunday, perfect for a special and distinctly Swedish outing.
Sunday 22:00 – 05:00 (door till 03:00)
Wollmar Yxkullsgatan 18, Stockholm
● A vibrant fetish club and cruise bar exclusively for men.
● Enjoy a lively atmosphere with a strict dress code.
● Membership is required for entry, ensuring a private experience.
Wednesday 19:00 – 23:00; Friday 22:00 – 02:00; Saturday 22:00 – 02:00
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