The 2013 official program for Fiesta Mayor is online. Unfortunately it is not in English, but its quite easy to use Google Translate. The one day you don’t want to miss is Friday the 23rd of July, when the huge fireworks spectacular takes place on the beach at 11pm. Get there early to grab a good spot to see everything. Remember, the further away from the church, the more you will see!
Sitges annual celebration of the town takes place from the 20th to the 25th of August. Its full of cultural events, dances, parades and more culminating in a huge fireworks display right on the seafront.
The main fireworks will take place on Friday the 23rd of August at 11pm. Get your space on the paseo early if you want to grab a good view!
Check out the Fiesta Mayor page for full details.
Barcelona and Sitges are preparing to welcome more than 60,000 people in August 2013. Yes, one of the biggest Gay and Lesbian festivals in the world will take place from the 8th to the 18th of August. That’s 10 days of fun, sun and parties. If you have not been to circuit yet, or need a reminder of what the party is like check out the following videos.
One of the highlights of the entire festival is the “Leche” party in L’Atlantida, Sitges.
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Chris Geary definitely has a eye for good looking guys in Speedos on the beaches of Barcelona.
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Finally, check out the official coverage from GayinTV here.
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August is already a busy time in Sitges and Barcelona so we suggest you book your apartment and hotel early!
The Official Hotel in Barcelona is The NH HOTEL CENTRAL.
Sitges Carnival takes place from Wednesday February 6th to the 13th. Traditionally the gay bars El Candil and Comodin have their kick-off parties on the Sunday(3rd) and Tuesday(5th) before the main events.
If you have never been to this event then we recommend it 110%. The city is alive with atmosphere and more than 200,000 people take to the streets on the Sunday and Tuesday nights of the Parade. Check out this video for a teaser to get a glimpse of the madness and mayhem. (Its in Spanish, but don’t worry, there’s not much talking – its all about the party).
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Every single one of the bars in Sitges will be full every night. And don’t forget to pack your costume! Join in the fun and make some great friends. And remember, Hotels and Apartments fill quickly so make sure you book now!
The dates for Bears Week Sitges 2013 have been confirmed. The event will take place from the 9th to the 15th of September, with pre parties kicking off the weekend before from Friday the 6th. We would expect that most people attending will visit for at least 10 days as has been the trend over the past few years.
The Bear Village will once again make a welcome return as well as all the usual fun, including the Mr Bear Sitges 2013, which will take place on Saturday Sept 14th.
This is one event that will sell out fast. With more than 5000+ visitors expected, good value hotel rooms and apartments will book up fast. Book your room for Sitges Bears Week now.
Apartments on the seafront are always in high demand and the first to go, so these one’s wont last long! Here are our top selection, based on views and amenities.
The Cielo Apartment is located in the centre of Sitges. Located right in front of the beach with incredible 180º views of the church, the landmark of this town and views of the “Paseo Maritimo”, a huge 2 Km palm tree promenade with white sandy beaches.
The Mediterraneo Blanc Apartmentis located in the heart of Sitges on the Paseo Maritimo, the most exclusive location in Sitges. From the terrace the guest can enjoy breath taking ocean and mountain views. The most beautiful beaches are located right in front of the apartment.
The Maritim Mar Apartment is a beautifully restored apartment on Sitges seafront with amazing views and a superb finish! Perfect for your Bears Week adventure.
Of course with more than 100 more apartments you can search for your own perfect place with our partners. Get your apartment deal now, before the best ones are taken.
We also have over 45 of the best hotels in Sitges, with the best rate guaranteed! And you don’t pay until your arrival. No commissions and no extra charges. Book your room for Sitges Bears Week now.
Sitges Paseo today awoke to stalls along the seafront selling books and roses in honour of St George’s Day.
The celebration could not be simpler: the ritual consists of going for a walk and buying a rose, a book or both to give to loved ones, family members and friends.
The origin of this unusual festival can be found in a mixture of traditions and customs from different periods. The fact that Saint George (Sant Jordi) is the patron saint of Catalonia (officially since 1456) coincides with another medieval custom of celebrating a Rose Fair or “Lovers’ Fair” at the Palau de la Generalitat.
Happy St Georges Day from Sitges.
Today was the first day we noticed shirtless men on the beach this year! And we mean sunbathing… not getting lost in the cruising beach during Carnival!
Yes, Spring has indeed arrived and with that the thought of lots of more beautiful men visiting our beaches, bars and restaurants.
Bookings for hotel and apartments for peak season and events such as Pride and Bears Week are ahead of last year, so if you do plan on coming for a specific event, we suggest you book now, especially if you want a hotel room or an apartment with a view.
Expect a few new additions to the Sitges Scene this year along with some extensions and surprises to the bar and club scene…. Never a dull moment here.
So, with Spring in the air, there’s never been a better time to start planning your next visit to Sitges. Whether in during a relaxed Easter or May, a sultry September or a high season party filled June, July and August, this town has something for everyone.
Our thanks to Tom Bianchi for his beautiful photos.
And to Gabriel Bercht for memories of L’Atlantida beach parties.
Stay tuned for more information on upcoming new events and exciting developments in the Sitges scene!
Remember the earlier you book, the more you save with Sitges Apartments.
Sitges is worth a visit any time of the year, however we are often asked about some of the main events. Based on initial inquiries and bookings it looks like 2012 is going to be an even busier year than 2011, so get booking!
– Sitges Carnival – Feb 16th to Feb 22nd
– Bears Meeting – Apr 26 to May 1st
– Sitges Pride – July 5th to July 9th
– Circuit Festival – Aug 2nd to Aug 12th
– International Bears Week – Sep 3rd to Sep 11th
Apartments will book early for these events, so book now and you could save up to 30 percent on 5day+ reservations.
Sitges 2012 promises to bring an even more jam packed Season of parties and events throughout the Year! More venues, more events, more parties, more fun…. just keep reading over the next few weeks for all the details.
If you do plan to visit us, don’t be disappointed! Sitges Apartments book up quickly, especially the ones in the centre and by the beach. So book now and save! Here are a selection of some of our favourites.
This beautiful oceanfront penthouse studio apartment is located in the heart of Sitges and very rare to find. The “Isabel” oceanfront studio apartment is situated in the centre of Sitges. Located right in front of the beach with incredible 180º views of the church, the landmark of this town and views of the “Paseo Maritimo”, a huge 2 Km palm tree promenade with white sandy beaches, the guest staying at this apartment enjoys one of the most exclusive and beautiful locations in town.
Book this Apartment Now for Sitges 2012
The “Hanna” apartment, surrounded by luxury villas is located in the very elegant and relaxed “Vinyet” neighborhood. The guest needs to walk approximately ten minutes to the centre of Sitges and two minutes to the beach, so there is no need for a car while staying at the apartment…. also for the convenience of the guest there are bars, cafes etc. in short walking distance.
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The “Laury” apartment is located on one of the most important plazas in Sitges, called “Plaza España”. It takes about a 1 min walk to the main beaches in Sitges.. . This apartment has all the local amenities on the same street and the surrounding blocks.. with plenty of restaurants, cafes, pizzerias, supermarkets, chemists, gym, etc….. although this great apartment is literally in the centre of Sitges it is a very calm spot…
Fantastic designer apartment with lots of light and a great private terrace with sun all day long…This great apartment is in the heart of Sitges with everything to hand and within easy reach of all that Sitges has to offer.
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!
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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!
The latest from Gay Sitges for the 2023 season, the bars, dance clubs beaches and current situation, plus where to stay.
Sitges Carnival 2022 returns with some changes to the program, most notably to the parades. All of the bars and night bars have reopened.
