Pride weekends, circuit parties, festivals and community gatherings worth building a trip around — curated for travelers who want the calendar before the plane ticket.
Southern Decadence is the largest LGBTQ+ event in New Orleans, held every Labor Day Weekend. Hosted by the local gay and lesbian community, the multi-day celebration features various events across the city and culminates in a signature parade. It is a major highlight of the New Orleans event calendar, drawing visitors for a weekend of festivities.
A massive 10-day international gathering for the bear community in Sitges. Features the Bear Village with themed nights, beach days at Bassa Rodona and Balmins, a bear market, pool and boat parties, and the Mr. Bear Sitges contest. Attracting over 8,000 visitors from around the world, it is one of the largest and most diverse bear events globally.
Celebrate Labor Day Weekend at Mantamar Beach Club in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy sun, music, and a lively poolside atmosphere with beach access and summer vibes. This popular LGBTQ+ destination offers beach chairs, cabanas, and gazebos for a memorable end-of-summer experience. Special holiday policies apply from September 4th through 7th.
Alegria Pride is a premier circuit party event in New York City held during Pride weekend. Hosted by Ric Sena Presents, it features major DJ sets, elaborate productions, and a large international LGBTQ+ audience for a high-energy, multi-day celebration.
Masterbeat's Service Station: Truck Stop brings high-octane dancing to The Mayan in Los Angeles for Labor Day weekend. Featuring DJs Joshua Ruiz and Tom Stephan, this event offers a full-service dance floor and a dedicated cruise area called the Truck Stop in the basement. Expect neon lights, a high-energy crowd, and a premium clubbing experience at this legendary venue.
Join DJs Orel Sabag and Dan Slater for the White Party at Soleia, located at The Vanderpump Hotel. This high-energy circuit event kicks off at 12 PM. Guests must be 21+ to attend. Dress in your best white attire for this premium dance celebration in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip.
Europe's largest leather and fetish event returns to Berlin. The four-day festival features a massive street fair in Schöneberg, official parties like PIG and RECON, and specialized events for pups and furries. Expect over 20,000 attendees, vendor booths, live stages, and a vibrant community atmosphere celebrating kink and fetish culture across the city.
The world's largest leather and kink fair, held in San Francisco. This iconic street festival celebrates sexual liberation and alternative lifestyles, featuring stages, vendors, and community zones. It centers equity for BIPOC and LGBTQA2I+ people within the kink and leather communities, providing a safe, consent-focused space for self-expression and entertainment.
The legendary Matinée Pervert XXL returns to San Francisco for Folsom Weekend 2026. This massive circuit event features leather, fetish themes, world-class production, and international DJs including Karsten Sollors, Junyo, Tom Stephan, and Nina Flowers. It takes place at The Midway following the Folsom Street Fair, offering an immersive night of music and freedom for the global leather community.
Celebrate Day of the Dead at Mantamar Beach Club in Puerto Vallarta. This LGBTQ-popular beach club hosts a vibrant seaside event featuring music, tradition, and a high-energy atmosphere. Reservations include pool access, towels, and club facilities. It is an adults-only celebration located in the heart of the Romantic Zone, offering guests a luxury experience to honor life and tradition.
Wicked Manors is a signature Halloween street festival and LGBTQ+ community gathering. The latest event has concluded, and information regarding the next edition is currently unavailable on the official website.
The West Hollywood Halloween Carnaval is one of the world's largest Halloween street festivals, held in the heart of the Rainbow District. This free event transforms Santa Monica Boulevard into a mile-long celebration featuring live DJs, food trucks, and thousands of attendees in creative costumes. While open to all, the event is known for its risqué and crowded atmosphere; organizers recommend leaving children and pets at home.
EDC Orlando is a massive electronic dance music festival featuring world-class DJs, immersive art installations, and a culture of inclusivity. Known for its "All Are Welcome" ethos, the event attracts a diverse global audience, including a significant LGBTQ+ presence, to celebrate life, love, and music under the Electric Sky. The festival typically spans three days with GA, GA+, and VIP ticket options.
Experience high energy, powerful rhythms, and an incessant poolside atmosphere at Mantamar Beach Club. This Bear-themed event combines strength and music for an unforgettable celebration. Guests can reserve beach chairs, cabanas, or gazebos to enjoy the pool, showers, and restaurant area. This is an adults-only event.
Celebrate the biggest Thanksgiving bash of 2026 at Industry Night Club in Puerto Vallarta. This multi-day festival features parties and holiday celebrations at one of the city's premier nightlife venues located in the heart of the Romantic Zone. Get ready for music, dancing, and community fun during this popular holiday weekend getaway.
URGE Miami Festival returns for 2026 with a lineup of 3 daytime and 4 nighttime events taking over the city's top venues. The festival includes major parties at host hotels The Clevelander and Essex House in the heart of Miami.
Atlantis Events and Dreamland host an exclusive gay hotel program at the Cassia Phuket Resort for the EDC Thailand festival. The experience includes luxury accommodations, dedicated festival transfers, a welcome party, daily pool events, and a curated social atmosphere just minutes from the world's biggest electronic music event.
Celebrate the arrival of 2027 at Industry Night Club in Puerto Vallarta. This multi-day festival features high-energy nightly parties from 11 PM to 4 AM, starting December 28 and running through January 3, offering a premier nightlife experience in the heart of the city's gay district.
Celebrate the arrival of 2027 at Puerto Vallarta's premier LGBTQ-friendly beachfront destination. This multi-day festival at Mantamar Beach Club features pool parties and sun-soaked celebrations, including a flagship New Year's Eve event on December 31st. Experience high-energy entertainment and a vibrant community atmosphere in the heart of the Romantic Zone.
Celebrate the 27th anniversary of Masterbeat's legendary New Year's Eve event in Los Angeles. The celebration spans two iconic venues: a main event at Vermont Hollywood featuring Jace M & Toy Armada, followed by a late-night after-hours session at The Mayan with music by Micky Friedmann. Experience world-class production, LED walls, and one of the largest circuit parties in the world to ring in the new year.
Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend at Mantamar Beach Club. This event offers a weekend to connect, enjoy music, and live unforgettable moments by the sea in Puerto Vallarta. Guests can access amenities including a pool, restaurant area, and various beachfront seating options such as cabanas and gazebos in a vibrant, social atmosphere.
BeefDip Bear Week 2027 is the original bear week in Puerto Vallarta, running January 24-31. The event features dance parties at CC Slaughters, pool activities at host hotels like Delfin Beach Resort and Blue Chairs, and collaborations with international brands like Mad.Bear and Furball NYC. Participants use a Dog Tag as an all-access pass for events and venue discounts. Established in 2002, it is a key gathering for the global bear community.
Mantamar Bear Week returns to Puerto Vallarta in 2027, featuring seven days of pool parties at the Mantamar Beach Club Bar & Sushi. This annual festival celebrates the bear community with a lineup of international brands and DJs in a beachfront setting.
Get ready for Industry Bearfest 2027 at Industry Night Club in Puerto Vallarta. Experience wild beats and a sexy vibe with some of the hottest men in the city's premier club scene. The event runs nightly from 11 PM to 4 AM, promising an intense week for the bear community and travelers alike.
Reaching its 33rd year, Winter Party Festival returns to Miami Beach with world-class production and high-energy parties. This iconic LGBTQ+ event features beach parties, club nights, and community gatherings, with proceeds benefiting the National LGBTQ Task Force.
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Fairyland is Puerto Vallarta's premier queer house music festival. This four-day celebration features world-class DJs, beachfront stages, sun-soaked pool parties, and electrifying nights under the stars at Mantamar Beach Club. A vibrant space for the global LGBTQ+ community to celebrate identity and connection through the power of house music.
Conclude the Semana Santa weekend at THICC, the Saturday night climax presented by Papi PV at Club Jets PV. At Club Industry. This men-only (cis and trans) circuit event features DJs JUKA and Diego Alvarez, active play zones, and a strict no-photo policy. Doors open at 4:30 AM for a high-intensity sunrise session in Puerto Vallarta's Zona Romántica. Professional clothes-check available.
A premier LGBTQ+ music and arts festival spanning 5 days and 4 nights on the beaches of Isla Mujeres. Attendees can expect a mix of theme parties, yacht excursions, and performances by superstar DJs and rising talent in a luxury island setting. The gathering focuses on music, art, and natural beauty, creating a magical environment for friends old and new to connect through dance and celebration.
Purple Party is an LGBTQ+ fundraiser event organized by the Purple Foundation. The weekend-long event typically features dance parties and social events that raise money for local HIV/AIDS and LGBTQ+ community organizations.
EDC Las Vegas 2027 expands into a 12-day experience featuring two festival weekends (EDC Dusk and EDC Dawn) bridged by EDC Week. The event aims for a smoother experience with reduced capacity, more dance floor space, and more affordable ticket prices. Attendees, known as 'Headliners,' can enjoy an immersive electronic dance music atmosphere under the Electric Sky with improved travel and hotel options in Las Vegas.
EDC Las Vegas expands in 2027 into a 12-day experience bridging two festival weekends: EDC Dusk and EDC Dawn. The event features EDC Week activities, reduced capacity for more dance floor space, and more affordable pricing. This massive electronic music festival is known for its inclusive community atmosphere 'Under the Electric Sky,' making it a significant destination for global music travelers.
One of the world's largest LGBTQ+ vacation experiences featuring a full resort takeover in Orlando. The event includes 11 parties at world-class venues like Disney's Typhoon Lagoon and House of Blues, with resort-style pool parties, international DJs, and late-night celebrations.
Circuit Festival Asia is a major gay dance festival held in Pattaya. The event spans over a week and features international DJs, sunrise pool parties, and night-time mega events, offering a celebration of music, freedom, and connection for thousands of attendees from around the world.
Planet Pride is NYC’s massive Pride festival featuring five parties in one ticket. The event spans an 80,000 sq. ft. indoor/outdoor mega-venue with three headliners, 15+ international DJs, and 12 hours of non-stop music. Partnered with NYC Pride, the celebration features world-class production, lasers, and immersive art for an unforgettable LGBTQ+ experience.
Circuit Festival Barcelona is the world's largest international LGBTQ+ festival, transforming the city into a global party hub for over a week during the summer. The event features legendary pool parties, night-time mega events, and a lineup of the hottest international DJs, fostering freedom and connection for thousands of attendees from around the world.