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We periodically review and update this list to keep it as current as possible. First up? Do note that Hong Kong was a British Colony until 1997, so it has a lot of contrasts to mainland China with more Western and European values. We provide free resources and information for LGBTQ+ travelers including this list of global gay pride events.
The diverse city landscape includes one of the largest number of skyscrapers around the globe, plus Hong Kong is full of fantastic destinations with small islands to explore, beaches to sunbathe, historical sites, and beautiful nature spots to experience. Christmas Markets! Whether it is $5 or $5,000, your donation will help improve LGBTQ+ tourism globally.
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Many of the events listed here celebrate the LGBTQ+ community through vibrant gatherings and social experiences.
Pride of the Americas was created with a similar mission to connect pride events in both North and South America. You can hit the dance floor early and catch their fabulous happy hour from 7 to 9 pm, featuring 2-for-1 cocktails, with a mix of LGBTQ+ locals and international tourists.
Zoo is your go-to for a stylish night out with a range of hand-crafted sophisticated and tropical cocktails.
Hong Kong is a one-of-a-kind experience that's waiting for you to have a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
Note: Traveling as an LGBTQ+ person always carries a certain degree of risk. Pride flags have also been an important part of the LGBTQ+ movement. InterPride is one such group and its members include dedicated volunteers who organize and work to put on pride events all over the world.
Also try out Virus, which is recently a more gender-inclusive audience, but remains a haven for lesbian women.
Hong Kong Pride, which has grown into an annual celebration, now held every November. Don't be afraid of the world, but always research information specific to your travels. Enjoy Pride, be vigilant, and look out for each other!
The LGBTQ+ rights movement has made tremendous strides over the past few decades and much of the progress in visibility is thanks in part to gay pride parades and marches that have taken place in cities around the world.
The global landscape for LGBTQ+ rights, protections and acceptance varies tremendously by location, with some destinations attracting millions of visitors to their events like Madrid Gay Pride, Sao Paulo Gay Pride or San Francisco Gay Pride, while more than 70 other countries have laws that allow discrimination or persecution of LGBTQ+ people.
What is Gay Pride or LGBTQ+ Pride?
Gay Pride or rather LGBTQ+ pride events (used to be more inclusive), including pride parades and festivals were started in major urban centers to improve the visibility, acceptance and legal protections for LGBTQ+ people living in those communities.
Whether traveling alone, with friends or family, visiting during a gay pride event can be a fun way to experience a new destination and IGLTA can help you find LGBTQ-friendly business in almost any location to help make you trip memorable, safe and exciting.
How to Use This List?
We have published this calendar to inform the LGBTQ+ community of important gay pride events and parades globally to offer a complete source for planning your travel.
Start your day with a traditional dim sum breakfast in bustling Kowloon. These bite-sized delights are as varied and colorful as our community – and twice as spicy! Most gay pride parades and events also occur during a peak season of the year when the weather most ideal, yet another reason to book your trip during the event. Don't miss the daily happy hour, where you can indulge in delightful drinks and trendy atmosphere.
WINK is a hot spot for bisexual and gay guys in their 20s and 30s, along with other members of the LGBTQ+ community.
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