Sitges Film Festival 2010 – What to look forward to!

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Sitges Film Festival

This year’s annual Sitges Film Festival takes place over 10 days, from the 7th to the 17th of October. We were give a sneak peak at some of the best movies that are going to be on show and the line up is as impressive as ever.

So if you want to catch a movie that won’t be in the European Cinemas for a while.. then the Sitges Film Festival is the pace to be this October. Here are some of our favourites! Films are shown in various locations throughout Sitges.

Super 8

This Sci-fi movie is a collaboration between Stephen Spielberg and J.J. Abram. Definitely one of the highlights for 2011!

[youtube:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZL4zXE-pAzs]

Vanishing On 7th Street Trailer

Some eye-candy with Hayden Christensen…. where everyone disappears!

[youtube:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mQpwz5L6d5I]

The Perfect Host

Definitely one of the quirkiest movies…. we just love the line “You can’t kill me, I’m having a dinner party!”

[youtube:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d6W8e2tdZ3k]

Let Me In

It would not be a film festival if you didn’t have a Vampire movie..this one is quite creepy.. Vampire Children!

[youtube:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nsWJt5tNLKg]

Monsters

In Monsters, Mexico will never look the same again.

[youtube:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QmR-l3y_coo]

With over 100 movies showing ranging from Japanese Magna to Swedish Thrillers, Sitges Film Festival will not disappoint those seeking something different to watch this October.

Book Your Hotel for Sitges Film Festival

If you are coming to the Film Festival – Check out our Special Rates on Hotels Here

We also have several apartments close to the main event hotel, the Melia.

Nit de Focs – Night of Fire – Sitges 2010 – Video Coverage..

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Night of Fire in Sitges

The “Nit de Focs” was one of those up-close-and-personal nights with the dragon and beasts of Sitges! Using the Paseo was definitely a good idea for this event as it really showed off just how crazy the fireworks can be.

[youtube:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-2aAaEuc4s0]

And its easier to run out of their way when compared to running down the streets of the old town!

[youtube:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_lOfQNLvuy8]

Enjoy your Santa Tecla Festivities and don’t forget the fireworks display on Wed night from 11pm.

Santa Tecla & Sitges Fireworks….

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Santa Tecla

This week its the turn of Santa Tecla in Sitges. Yes, another festival and this one goes out with a bang! A spectacular fireworks display will take place on Wednesday night from 23.00hrs, right along the beach front. There are also several different street parades, fire walkers and more.

If you want an idea of what its like, then check out our coverage of the recent Fiesta Mayor festivities here.

You can view the entire Santa Tecla Program below.

Nit de Foc – Night of Fire – Sitges September 2010.

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Sitges nit de foc - night of Fire.

On Saturday night, in preparation for Santa Tecla, the Sitges “Night of Fire” takes place. There are several events planned, the main one being the Night Fire Procession on the Paseo de la Ribera. between El Greco and Picnic Restaurants.

The fire-beasts from Sitges will be joined by the Fire Dragons from nearby Sant Pere de ribes for a fireworks spectacular, from 11pm. Not to be missed!

Gay Pride Sitges 2011 – Orgullo Gay Sitges

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Sitges Gay Pride 2011

The eagerly anticipated dates for Gay Pride Sitges 2011 will be announced at the end of September. If you missed it, then check out the video for Pride below. With more than 60,000 visitors to the town for the event this year, 2011 promises to be an even bigger event!

Sitges Wine Festival – 17th to 19th September 2010

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Sitges Wine Festival

If you’re coming to Sitges for the weekend, then you are in for a gourmet treat! This weekend is the annual Autumn Harvest Festival. Every year, Sitges Wine Festival takes place along the beachfront.

There is a gourmet food exhibition on the beach, together with the opportunity to taste some very fine wines from the Penedes Region. The Grape Trashing competition on Sunday is not to be missed.

– Come for the Weekend – 3 day stay from just EUR 42 per person per night.
– Book a tour of the Penedes Wine Region

Or view last year’s festivities here.

Bears week Sitges continues…

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Bears Week Sitges

Bears week continues this weekend. Sitges is has never seen such a busy September.

Bears Week Sitges

Tonight, at Organic, the final of Mr.Bear Sitges takes place from 2.30am.

Bears Week Sitges

And last night’s official bear dinner, means that “An Evening with Lady Diamond” will take place this Sunday instead of her normal Friday night slot. Enjoy!

Gay Beach Party Sitges – Closing Party – Sitges Bears Week.

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Closing Party, Gay Beach Party 2010

The final Gay Beach Party took place on Tuesday.

Closing Party, Gay Beach Party 2010

After 3 months of partying, it was time to say goodbye to L’Atlantida for another year.

Closing Party, Gay Beach Party 2010

The Beach Party will return in 2011 with an even bigger line-up of parties.

Closing Party, Gay Beach Party 2010

There were several highs this year.

Closing Party, Gay Beach Party 2010

We had the record breaking “Fiesta Blanca”…

Closing Party, Gay Beach Party 2010

The amazing closing party for Sitges Gay Pride.

Closing Party, Gay Beach Party 2010

Then there were the two spectacular Sunset T Dances…

Closing Party, Gay Beach Party 2010

More than 5,000 people attended La Leche for the closing of Barcelona’s Circuit Festival.

Closing Party, Gay Beach Party 2010

Then there was the Gay Pride Beach Day.

Closing Party, Gay Beach Party 2010

All in all, it was another successful season and great to see visitor numbers up for Sitges.

Closing Party, Gay Beach Party 2010

The Gay Beach Party takes place every Tuesday from mid June to the first week in September.

Closing Party, Gay Beach Party 2010

This year saw the event coincide with Sitges Bears Week..

Closing Party, Gay Beach Party 2010

So there was an interesting mix of people attending the event last night.

Closing Party, Gay Beach Party 2010

It was fun and friendly….

Closing Party, Gay Beach Party 2010

And the perfect way to end the season.

Closing Party, Gay Beach Party 2010

But don’t worry, Sitges still has lots more partying to do before the end of Summer! With the Wine Festival, Santa Tecla, The International Film Festival and the Zombie Walk, there is something for everyone, especially if you want to escape the bad weather in Northern Europe!

Closing Party, Gay Beach Party 2010

Check out the photos of the final Gay Beach Party of 2010 on Gay Sitges Guide below.

Bears Week Sitges 2010 – The Arrival of the Bears…

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Bears Week Sitges 2010

Sitges Bears’ Week kicked off on Monday night at the “Bearzone”, otherwise know as C.Joan Tarrida.

Bears Week Sitges 2010

Even Marypili has been converted into a mini bear-cave for the event.

Bears Week Sitges 2010

The crowds gathered early at Parrots Pub and Terrace..

Bears Week Sitges 2010

They then made their way to El Horno and XXL for the welcome reception.

Bears Week Sitges 2010

Bears from near and far are in Sitges for one of the friendliest weeks in Sitges.

Bears Week Sitges 2010

We have bears from all 4 corners of the globe, with a big increase in US visitors this year.

Bears Week Sitges 2010

The bears week celebrations continue tonight with a bear-crawl. And there are still some event packs available for sale at XXL from 7pm if you want to join the official celebrations, dinners, beach days and more.

Bears Week Sitges 2010

Bears week takes place every September in Sitges.

Bears Week Sitges 2010

This year’s event is expected to attract a record number of visitors.

Bears Week Sitges 2010

The event culminates in the election of Mr.Bear Sitges at Organic on Saturday night.

Bears Week Sitges 2010

And you can expect a lot of bears at the Gay Beach Party tonight – remember it is the closing one!

Bears Week Sitges 2010

Check out the photos of the Bears Event at XXL and on C.Joan Tarrida on Gay Sitges Guide below.

Sitges Gay Beach Party – Closing Night – Tue 7th September

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Gay Beach Party

Tuesday night is the last and final Gay Beach Party of the Season. Its been a record season for the beach party with more visitors from around the world, with highlights including the Decadanse Parties, The Pride closing party, the Beach Days with Circuit and the White Party..one of the hottest events of the Season.

So stay goodbye to the end of Season party on the Tuesday the 7th of September. Check out what last year’s closing party was like to see whats in store for you on Tuesday!