Matinee Group has confirmed the dates for their 2012 Circuit Festival. The event will take place from the 2nd to the 12th of August… and an even better reason to return to Sitges after Pride.
Barcelona fills quickly in August, so our advice is to book early. With our partners you can save up to 70% off normal rates and you don’t pay a penny until you arrive at the hotel! Check out our best rates here!
Check out some great coverage of this year’s Circuit Festival for an example of what you just might be missing!
We recommend the Eixample disctict of Barcelona for your stay. Combine it with a Sitges Break for the weekend parties on the beach here and you have the perfect 2 week getaway.
A great way to save on Hotel bills, especially for large groups, is to book one of our great value apartments in the heart of Barcelona. From Studio to designer, we have an apartment that will suit your needs!
This weekend, AFGAL Sitges took part in the 3rd Official Barcelona Pride Parade.
The main aim was to promote the upcoming Sitges Pride 2011 events.
The streets of Barcelona were packed to capacity as we made our way through the streets of the city…with well wishers following us for the occasional free t-shirt!
Check out the photos of Sitges Pride at Barcelona on Gay Sitges Guide below.
Barcelona Gay Pride 2011 will be held over a period of 10 days from the 18th to 28th of June. The event will feature a range of dance parties, social and cultural events and sporting competitions, culminating in a spectacular Gay Pride Parade on Sunday the 26th of June from 6pm.
Last year’s events included a great day at the fair, at Barcelona’s unique Tibidabo. Stunning views…everywhere.
A highlight of the Village, the open-air foam party was great fun!
And of course, who could forget the Parade! With more than 50,000 people lining the streets to view the parade and to take part in the festivities, it was the culmination of a 10 day long program!
Stay right in the centre of Barcelona in the Gay District
The Barcelona Circuit Festival, Europe’s biggest gay event has confirmed the dates for 2011 event. Next year, the Barcelona Circuit Festival will take place from Thursday the 4th to Sunday the 14th of August. That’s 10 days of non-stop parties and events, with more days to party on the beach, in the clubs and in the bars of Gay Barcelona and Sitges.
Hotels during this time are at a premium, so book early and get a great rate, especially in the gay area of Barcelona Eixample.
We also have over 200 apartments available in Barcelona. Check their rates here.
For those of you who care, the Pope will be visiting Barcelona on the 7th of November. Now we generally don’t get involved in causes or politics, sticking instead to tourism and promotion, however this event is something we think deserves attention.
In response for the Pope’s vehement anti-gay stance, a group know as “Queer Kissing Flashmob”, will hold a mass kiss-in when the pope leaves the cathedral on the 7th of November. How ever will he contain himself!
For those of you who will be in Barcelona and what to show your support for your right to kiss whoever you want, then visit the official Facebook event page or the official blog. See you on the 7th of November.. and bring your lip balm!
The Barcelona Circuit Festival takes place on from the 31st July to the 8th of August. There are still some hotel and apartment deals in Sitges and Barcelona still available.
Gay Pride Sitges took part at the official Barcelona Pride Parade on Sunday 28th June.
A huge thank you to those who took part and to all of those from Sitges who made the effort to leave the beach and head to Barcelona to support the promotion of both the Pride event and the town of Sitges itself, to the biggest audience possible, just a 30 minutes train journey away.
A special thank you to Luis Enriquez, President of AFGAL, The Markatu Band, the AFGAL Volunteers, Lady Diamond and Miss Ruby who yesterday were probably the most photographed people in Barcelona (even appearing in National Daily El Periódico), the staff of XXL and Hernan, Ivan and Victor from Parrots, whose costumes, energy and enthusiasm are an inspiration!
See you in Sitges for Pride in July, less than 2 weeks away. You can view all of the photos of the Pride Parade on Gay Sitges Guide’s gallery below. We had 4 photographers covering the event, so more photos will be added of the other floats during the week! Enjoy.
Gay Pride Sitges took a stand at the official Gay Village in Barcelona at the weekend.
The Village had over 50,000 visitors over 2 days and thousands of maps, programs and Gay Pride Sitges merchandise were given away, promoting not only the Pride, but the town of Sitges itself to an international audience, many of whom had never been to Sitges before! The stand was also filmed by all of the major Spanish and International Television Stations.
We had many well-known Barcelona faces drop-in to say hello. The organisers would also like to pay a huge thanks to Brandon Jones, Ernesto and Michael for volunteering their time at the weekend to promote Sitges for AFGAL members. Their efforts ensured the stand was manned from 8.00hrs until 22.00hrs on Saturday and Sunday night.
The very hot, Ivan Banderas, who will sing at Sitges Pride on the Saturday night in the gay village was also at the Stand.
We also expect a lot of local Barcelona boys to attend the 5 day Sitges Pride, many looking forward to having their first every beach-side Pride! In fact Gay Pride Sitges is one of the few major Prides in Europe to host the main events by the sea!
Over the two days, we met all sorts of characters, all planning on visiting Sitges for the event… its going to be a colourful Pride to say the least.
The Mayor of Barcelona,Jordi Hereu, also visited the Stand.
Luis Enriquez, President of AFGAL, presented him with the official program and CD anthem for Sitges Pride!
And of course a final thank-you to Raul, who even stayed behind at the stand during the Pride Parade itself to ensure the town was promoted non-stop throughout the afternoon!
If you are in Sitges or Barcelona this weekend and want to march with us and the official Gay Pride Sitges float, then please come along and help! Just email keith@gaypridesitges.com and we will give you the meeting point. Also, give us your t-shirt size so we can have an official t-shirt ready for you.
Markatu will once again be leading the way and Lady Diamond will be the Mistress of Ceremonies! Last year was an amazing experience for everyone and we want this year to be even bigger.. so come along!
This year’s Gay Pride Barcelona takes place between the 20th and 28th of June. Its the perfect event to get in the mood for Gay Sitges Pride which takes place two weeks later from the 9th to 13th of July.
Check out the video below to get a feel for what Barcelona Pride is like… and you can see Gay Pride Sitges participating there too.. And yes, Gay Sitges Pride will also be taking a float in the parade this year with the amazing Markatu.
If you’re looking for some stylish hotels to stay in when you visit Barcelona, we’ve selected some of the best the city has to offer below. All are very Gay Friendly, have amazing facilities and are located in the heart of the city. As always you can be assured of the lowest rate guaranteed by booking with us.
Hotel Neri
This chic, exclusive hotel is set in an 18th-century aristocratic house overlooking a secluded square in the heart of the Gothic Quarter. Its contemporary style contrasts with the impressive historic surroundings. – Get Rates and Book now
Hotel Omm
This unique design hotel features its own spa and rooftop terrace overlooking central Barcelona’s chic Passeig de Gracia.
Boasting impressive views of Gaudí’s famous La Pedrera building, Omm offers a contemporary-yet-authentic experience of this capital of culture. It features a rooftop swimming pool and spa area to help you relax after a busy day’s sightseeing, and a nightclub to end the day in style. Get The Best Rate for the Hotel Omm Here
Grand Central Hotel
In an elegant and lovingly refurbished building dating from 1926, this hotel enjoys views of the Gothic Quarter and the cathedral from its rooftop pool. The spacious rooms combine contemporary style with great attention to design.
You can relax and soak up the Catalan sunshine on the Grand Hotel Central’s rooftop pool with spectacular views. Alternatively, enjoy a good workout in the fitness centre. Book online now.
Me Barcelona
ME Barcelona is a luxury design hotel, with an outdoor swimming pool, a spa and a fitness centre. The stylish bedrooms have 32-inch (81 cm) plasma TVs and free Wi-Fi access.
The hotel is the 4th tallest building in Barcelona, and has panoramic views of the city. The Sagrada Familia Church, the Forum and the International Convention Centre are nearby. One of our favorites! Find out why here.
Hotel Murmuri
This boutique, design hotel blends classic and sophisticated, modern styles. It is located on the prestigious Rambla de Catalunya, running through one of the city’s smartest areas.
In the heart of the classy Gay Eixample district, the Murmuri is surrounded by the culture and commerce of central Barcelona. Many of the city’s most noted Modernist buildings, Gaudí’s Casa Batlló and La Pedrera in particular, lie just a short walk from the hotel. The hotel’s own street is a charming, continental-style boulevard full of chic boutiques, restaurants and cafes. Highly Recommended – Book to get great early discounts!
This year sees a host of different events including a foam party on the street and a special Barcelona Fetish Pride. All of the Cruising Bars are hosting special parties. For the latest information on Barcelona Fetish Pride, check out Gay Barcelona 4u.com
