Pride is coming! July is just around the corner and with that comes Madrid’s most famous and anticipated week: Pride Week! From the 23rd of June to the 2nd of July, there will be 10 days of festivities including concerts, exhibitions, theatre shows, art shows parades and more! Check our 5 most anticipated events of Madrid Pride 2023!
1. The 2023 Pride Parade
The Pride Parade is the main event of every Pride festival around the world! Madrid is famous for having one of the largest parades globally, and this year Madrid will continue with the fun! The parade will take place on Saturday, July 1st and will stretch all the way from Atocha to Plaza Colon!
2. Mr. Gay Pride España
Mr Gay Pride España, one of the most important national gay beauty pageants in Spain, celebrates its 16th anniversary at Pride Madrid on the 30th of June! The candidates are selected based not only on the physical qualities of the candidates, but also on other qualities such as elegance, professionalism, and the way they express themselves.
3. Pride Parties
Chueca itself is a neighbourhood famous for nightlife. With a huge concentration of bars and clubs in the neighbourhood and the lively LGBTQIA+ residing there, it’s the go-to place! But during Madrid Orgullo the whole city turns into one big party! Officially, Madrid Pride will be hosting some official events, but clubs and bars all across town will be supporting the LGBTQIA+ community with a whole-lotta partying!!
4. High Heel Race
If you’re not into the party side of Pride you can participate in the famous (and harder than you think) high heel race! As it enters its 24th year, the race has become a staple in Pride celebrations in Madrid. Contestants are challenged to run 3 qualification rounds 15cm through Calle Pelayo in heels! Make sure you get there early to get a good spot! For more information on spectating and participating in the race.
5. Cultural Pride
The culture festival of Madrid Pride is when art meets the streets! From powerful theatrical performances and social art shows to their cultural movements aimed at encouraging activism and attention toward the LGBTIA+ community! Shows like La Culta and MUESTRA•T are just a few of the movements scheduled for the festival!
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Niamh
Niamh came to Madrid in 2019 for her Erasmus year and since then has been in love with the city and all things Spanish. In her time off you will find her wandering around the many gardens of the Retiro Park or soaking up the sun at some of Madrid's many Terrazas.
