Maspalomas stands out as one of the most important LGTB destinations worldwide. The Gay Pride celebration attracts thousands and thousands of people every year from all over the world. This celebration takes place every year during the month of May, marking the beginning of the Pride season in Europe, and it’s an event that thousands of people don’t miss.
Gay Pride, also known as LGBT Pride or LGBTQ+ Pride, is a movement and series of events aimed at promoting equality, visibility, and acceptance for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and other marginalized sexual and gender identities.
When and where does the Gay Pride take place?
Gay Pride Maspalomas takes place from the 2nd to the 12th of May in the heart of the tourist centre of Gran Canaria, and more specifically in Playa del Inglés, both in and around the CC Yumbo Centre.
When was it first celebrated?
Gay Pride was held for the first time in 2001 and became the event that marked an important milestone in the history of LGTB Pride in Gran Canaria and in Spain in general.
What events are there at Gay Pride Maspalomas 2024?
For all those who come to spend a few days in the warm south of Gran Canaria and enjoy a few days of partying, the following is waiting for you:
1. Concerts and shows
During the 10 days of Gay Pride, numerous events take place throughout the day and, as with everything else, concerts and shows are a must. We highlight the following shows and their dates:
- Made in Canarias on Saturday 4th May
- Pride Talent Show on Sunday 5 May
- Freedom Awards on Friday 10th May
2. Theme parties
As well as the concerts and shows, there are the following theme parties:
- People Party
- Welcome Pride Night on Friday, 3 May
- Freedom Party Pride on May 9th
3. Cultural events and conferences
Amidst all the partying and fun we can also find some cultural events and conferences such as the one that took place in 2023 with the presentation of the book “Tierra Amarga” by Kayla Casanova on Thursday 2 May.
4. Big Gay Pride Parade
And, to put the icing on the cake of more than a week of festivities and colour, there’s the Gran Cabalgata del orgullo (Pride Parade). It starts at Avenida de Tirajana, passing the Axel Beach Maspalomas and arriving at the Yumbo Shopping Centre, where the party starts with shows and mogollones.
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