Event Dates
From: Friday, October 24, 2025
To: Sunday, October 26, 2025
The Parade is on Sat 26th, 2024
Taiwan Gay Pride is biggest Gay event in Taipei more the 80,000 people attending the 4 day event from around the world.
From: Friday, October 24, 2025
To: Sunday, October 26, 2025
The Parade is on Sat 26th, 2024
Taipei Gay Pride fills the city hotels
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The biggest Gay event in Taiwan is Taipei Gay Pride with more the 200,000 people attending the 4 day event from around the world. The Gay parade takes place on the last Saturday in October and is the highlight of the event. Pride celebrates its 23rd anniversary in 2025.
- Taipei fills up with visitors from across Asia and beyond for Pride. Book your hotel early as the city sells out well in advance. Try the Citizen M hotel for an ultra modern stay in one of the world’s most ultra modern cities.
Taipei Pride Parade 2025
- Sat 25th Oct, 2025 – The Parade starts from the town hall , then moves through the streets of Taipei, ending up back where it started where you will find the main stage and many stalls highlighting the gay charities and organisations supported by the Pride.
- The event attracts more than 180,000 people and has a different theme each year.
- The following routes are the ones that typically take place. Two groups of participants will set off at 2 p.m. from Ketagalan Boulevard in front of the Presidential Office.
- North Route : Taipei City Hall → Renai Road → Dunhua South Road → Zhongxiao East Road → Yixian Road → Taipei City Hall
- South Route : Taipei City Hall → Ren’ai Road → Guangfu South Road → Xinyi Road → Dunhua South Road → Ren’ai Road → Taipei City Hall
Taipei Pride Village and Afterparties
- Sat 25th Oct 2025 – The official gay pride village is open during the weekend of the pride festivities and features a stage with live shows and performances throughout the day and a big post-parade party that lasts well into the late evening. The pride village is located in front of the Town Hall.
Taipei Rainbow Festival
- October 24th to 26th, 2025 – Enjoy three days and nights of live shows, cultural events, shopping and more at the Taipei Rainbow Festival.
- The event takes over the North Plaza of Ximen Red House, Taipei’s lively gay district.
- Check out the top hotels closest to The Red House Taipei.
Taipei International Drag Fest
- Awaiting dates – Cum – Create Ur Mmmagic Party is the organizer of Taipei International Drag Fest, held during the Taipei Pride, typically on Saturday night.
Taipei Pride Circuit Parties
- Awaiting dates – Touch on Circuit presents their 10th edition of the annual pride pre-party.
- October 24th to 26th, 2025 – Formosa Rainbow Music Festival hosts a weekend of spectacular circuit events with international guest DJs and hot GoGos at Zepp, New Taipei.
Gay Taipei
- Check out our insider gay guide to Taipei, with the latest bars, clubs, parties and events.
- Taipei is one of Asia’s best kept secrets; there is always something to do; shopping in some of the world’s biggest designer filled shopping malls; night street markets offering everything from exotic fruits to the latest fashion and the not-to-be-missed 101 Tower – the tallest building in Taiwan offering a bird’s eye view of city and surrounding mountings of Taipei.
- Culture Vultures have an endless choice of things to do, from hot springs to museums, places to Buddha temples. When it comes to eating out there are hundreds of restaurants to suit every taste and budget.
- Taipei has a vibrant and fun gay scene offering something for everyone, with over 20 gay bars in the Red House district and 3 gay clubs, not to mention the big parties being held over the pride weekend. Saturday night at the W hotel is one of the highlights of the weekend, especially as it coincides with the Halloween festivities.
- Stay in the trendy Ximending district, home to the city’s best gay bars and nightlife.
Recommended Hotels in Taipei
- If you want to be in the heart of the gay area then stay close to the Red House entertainment complex and Ximan. Hotels here are cheap and cheerful. Book early as they tend to fill very fast!
- The following Taipei Hotels are close to the city’s top attractions and a short ride to the gay bars and clubs:
The Tango Hotel, The Okura Hotel, Ximen Airline Hotel, CityInn Hotel
Where to stay close to all the gay bars
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
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Taipei’s main gay district is located in the Red House District, a large outdoor complex featuring shops, bars and restaurants.
10 Zhongxiao East Road Sec. 5 Xinyi District, Xinyi, 110 Taipei
Artistic and chic, the luxurious W Taipei enjoys a central location in Xinyi District. Located directly above Uni-UStyle Taipei, it boasts the beautiful WET® outdoor pool, pampering massage at AWAY® Spa and the trendy Woobar.
With stunning views of Taipei 101, surrounding mountains and Taipei City from floor-to-ceiling windows, all stylish rooms feature signature beddings, seating area with sofa or day bed, flat-screen TV, audio system and interior decorations inspired by local elements.
No. 9 Section 1, Nanjing East Road, Zhongshan District, Taipei City, Taiwan 10491
A heated rooftop pool with sun loungers, panoramic views of Taipei City and modern rooms with free WiFi can be found at The Okura Prestige Taipei. Just 5 minutes' walk from MRT Zhongshan Station (Danshui Line), it also has sauna zone at its spa, 3 dining options and an in-house bar.
All spacious air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a coffee machine, flat-screen TV and minibar. Rooms include a seating area with sofa and en suite bathrooms that come with a hairdryer, bathtub and free toiletries.
No.63, Baoqing Road, Zhongzheng District,, 100 Taipei
City Inn Plus is located at the popular Ximending Area, a 5-minute walk from Ximen MRT Station. It offers stylish accommodation free Wi-Fi access. Drinks and coffee are available at the lobby.
Air-conditioned guestrooms feature colourful designs with unique artwork. Each room is equipped with a 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, electric kettle and refrigerator. The private bathroom comes with slippers, free toiletries and a hairdryer.
8F, No.144, Section 1, Zhonghua Road, Wanhua District, 108 Taipei
A short 3-minute walk from Ximending shopping area, the stylish Ximen Sky Line Hotel offers modern air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi. This design hotel features an airplane theme, and is only 15 minutes' walk from Taipei Main Rail Station.
Rooms at Airline Inn are equipped with a flat-screen TV, minibar and personal safe. Private bathrooms all come with a shower and hairdryer.
Wanhua District, Taipei City, Taiwan 108
Air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony & patio and city views, the apartment includes 1 bedroom, a living room, cable flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom with a bidet and a shower.
No. 258, Xining Rd, Wanhua District, Taipei City, Taiwan 108
This apartment offers 2 Bedrooms and 2 bathrooms shower, a living room with flat screen TV, a kitchen with cooker, kettle, and refrigerator. A balcony. Free 4G WIFI . Close to all the gay bars and good restaurants
No. 36, Kunming Street, Wanhua District, Taipei City, Taiwan 108
Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony 2 bedroom apartment has a living room with flat screen TV and a fully equipped kitchen with a washer and dryer, a bathroom with bath and free WiFi
No. 27, Section 1, Chongqing North Road, Datong District, Taipei City, Taiwan 103
This 3 bedroom apartment has a living room with flat screen TV and a fully equipped kitchen with a washer and dryer, a bathroom with shower and free WiFi, Close to all the gay bars and restaurants
No. 11, Lane 160, Section 1, Dunhua South Road, Taipei, Taiwan
Bacio – Italian for kiss. The sexy staff at Bacio will undoubtedly treat you well.Popular with the post-work local gays, the bar plays a mix of pop music and, on weekends, hosts special disco theme nights complete with the hottest Gogos in town. It tends to be the first stop before sexy boys head to Abrazo.
No.12 SongShou Road, Taipei, Taiwan
Think of it as a dash of whimsy meets sophistication: the bar takes a fun twist, modelled after a carousel, setting the vibes of a grown-up playground. A central stage ensures you get front-row feels to some enthralling dance numbers. Weekends dial up the charm with fabulous drag queens, dashing hunks, and electric dance acts.
2nd Floor, No. 25, Lane 10, Chengdu Road, Taipei, Taiwan
Popular gay bar offering a fun night out
108, Taiwan, Taipei City, Wanhua District, Kunming St, 15-2號2樓
A tourist gay bar! With its spacious counter and stylish seats
B1, No. 15, Lane 138, Linsen North Road, Zhongshan District, Taipei City
Gay bar with karaoke
No. 198, Section 1, Dunhua South Road, Taipei, Taiwan
Abrazo Bistro – The hottest gay bar of the moment in Taipei. Located close to Bacio, this part-bistro, part-club and bar serves excellent cocktails and has a hip yet stylish industrial decor.
The basement downstairs turns into a dance club on weekends with guest DJs. It is all very cool, without trying too hard!
3F., No. 2, Ln. 49, Sec. 4, Zhongxiao E. Rd., Da'an Dist., Taipei
Fairy Bar – A regular restaurant and bar that gradually transforms into a Chic cocktail bar with a hip vibe, a gathering place for young and attractive men from 10 pm onwards.
Their motto? “It takes balls to be a fairy”. Busy on weekends with a mix of guys in their 20s and 30s. Hosts fun theme nights, including No Pants Day and Fairy Kiki.
No. 34, Neijiang St, Wanhua District, Taipei City, Taiwan 108006
Locker Room, just a 2-minute walk from Red House, hosts the Instagram sensation “Wet Room”, a unique shower show with the hottest boys on stage. It’s time to get wet!
The venue also organises theme parties, including SM Night and K-Pop marathons.
No. 63, Lane 10, Chengdu Rd, Wanhua District, Taipei City, Taiwan 108
Gay bar offering Strong drinks. No drink minimum. Cute staffs. Cash only
No. 30, Lane 119, Linsen N Rd, Zhongshan District, Taipei City, Taiwan 10491
Small gay bar popular with locals
Red House, No. 51, Lane 10, Chengdu Rd,, Wanhua District, Taipei City
Gay cafe bar with terrace offering food and drink Drag shows every Fri & Sat
Head upstairs later on to The Secret Garden, one of the few upstairs venues with a DJ each night.
No. 11, Lane 121, Section 1, Zhongshan N Rd, Zhongshan District, Taipei
Fun Gay bar with Karaoke! This is a hidden gem in Taipei
Red House, No. 51, Lane 10, Chengdu Rd, Wanhua District, Taipei City, Taiwan 108
Fun gay bars with terrace mixed ages
Red House, No. 51, Lane 10, Chengdu Rd, Wanhua District, Taipei City, Taiwan 108
Popular gay bar with terrace
2nd Floor, No. 41, Lane 10, Chengdu Road, Wanhua District, Taipei City
Commander D is one of Taiepi’s most famous bars, known for its intense BDSM scene with different themes each night.
Popular nights include Under Armor Day, Dog Night, and Sock Day.
And if you are looking to hook up with some hot guys, one highlight not to miss is the famous “darkroom.”
No. 179, Xining South Road, Taipei, Taiwan
SOL Bistro Cafe – A gay restorbar just off the entrance to Red House.
Serving delicious pizza and snacks with a great cocktail menu.
With a fun, buzzy vibe, Sol is open daily until 1 am.
Red House, No. 51, Lane 10, Chengdu Rd, Wanhua District, Taipei City, Taiwan 108
Gay bar with terrace Popular with a younger crowd
No. 245, Kūnmíng St, Wanhua District, Taipei City, Taiwan 108
Bears Bar serving non alcoholic drinks
Red House, No. 51, Lane 10, Chengdu Rd, Wanhua District, Taipei City, Taiwan 108
Popular Bears Bar with locals and tourist alike
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Taipei, the capital city of Taiwan, has a thriving LGBTQ+ scene with several gay-friendly neighborhoods and areas. These areas are known for their inclusive atmosphere, LGBTQ+ establishments, and vibrant nightlife.
The Tonghua Street Night Market area, in particular, features a concentration of LGBTQ+ bars & venues.
This district has range of LGBTQ+ establishments, including bars, clubs, & cafes & is known for its trendy vibe
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