Sitges Carnival 2025 – Discover Sitges Wildest Party.
Carnival has to be Sitges’ wildest party. Even though it is on in February it is still the hottest party in town! On the most popular days you will find thousands of partygoers dancing on the major streets across the town.
The busy months of July and August look positively dead! Gay boys and girls from the 4 corners of the world descend on our little town and party the week away!
- The ME Hotel is one of the most popular options during Carnival, offering spacious rooms and high-end amenities. The hotel has an “Excellent” rating
The Events
Events kick off with the Mantillas night, the traditional start of the gay Carnival on Tuesday. The King and Carnival (the main protagonist of the event) arrives on Thursday, followed by a series of epic parades and parties.
Costumes
Costumes are essential. Many visitors spend months planning their outfits. Over the past few years, more and more visitors are dressing up! You have been warned. Plaza Industria, home to Parrots Pub is transformed into a party zone with camp carnival music playing non-stop from 7 pm until late.
The Main Parades
Sunday’s and Tuesday’s parades are the two signature events. Enjoy elaborate floats, costumes and performances along the seafront as more than 2,000 participants make their way through the village.
Where to stay during Carnival?
Several of the larger hotels do not open for Carnival, so Apartments are in high demand. In 2023, most apartments sold-out by the end of January, so book early.
The following hotels are open and have high ratings and are close to the Carnival Celebrations.
Dolce Sitges (5 Star – 10 min taxi), Hotel MiM, Hotel Medium, ME Sitges Terramar
Thursday 8th February 2024
- The Arrival of the Carnival King
- The arrival of the king of Carnival – held on the seafront, from 7.24 pm.
- The Carnival king makes his way through the streets of Sitges towards the town hall, where he assumes control of the village for the duration of the event.
- ROUTE: From Fragata, Paseo de la Ribera, Bonaire, Parellades, Cap de la Vila, Major y Ayuntamiento.
Saturday 10th February 2024
- Note – this route is a major change from previous years and begins at Parc Can Robert, close to where the Mon Bus Stop is as you enter Sitges from under the train bridge/car tunnel.
- 12.00h – The annual Crazy Bed Race, which takes the following route:
Departing from Casino Prado and continue through the town centre finishing at Paseo de la Ribera. - From Fragata, Paseo de la Ribera, Bonaire, Parellades, Cap de la Vila, Major y Ayuntamiento.
Sunday 11th February 2024
- 7.30pm – “Disbauxa” Parade Défilé de la Disbauxa (Rua de la Disbauxa)
- The first of two main parades through the town, featuring over 40 different floats and hundreds of bejewelled dancers and performers.
ROUTE: La Fragata, Ribera promenade (mountain side), Bassa Rodona, Plaza del Pou Vedre, Espalter, Sant Francesc and Cap de la Vila.
Tuesday 13st March 2024
- 9.00pm – “Extermination” Parade Défilé de l’Extermini (Rua de l’Extermini) – “Disbauxa”
- The second of two main parades through the town, featuring over 50 different floats and hundreds of bejewelled dancers and performers.
ROUTE: La Fragata, Ribera promenade (mountain side), Bassa Rodona, Plaza del Pou Vedre, Espalter, Sant Francesc and Cap de la Vila.
Wednesday 14th February 2024
- 7 pm – The Burial of the King Taking the following route – the last will and testament of the King will be read, and the carnival is officially closed in a spectacular Farewell Ceremony via the following route-
- Rotute Francesc Gumà, Jesús, Cap de la Vila, Parellades, Bonaire, Paseo de la Ribera to the height of the El Greco monument and La Fragata beach.
The Sunday and Tuesday Parade Route
Sitges Gay Carnival
The Sitges Gay Carnival takes place 4 days before the regular Sitges Carnival begins. Jam packed with events it includes La noche rosa, Pink night, Noche de las Mantillas – where people wear traditional Spanish normally worn at weddings & funerals, Noche de las touristas, – the tourist night (great fun) and finally the Noce de las Viudas or the Widows night.
Date | Bar | Party Name |
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Tue- 25th Feb | Parrots | Carnival Opening |
Tue- 25th Feb | Comodin | 11 pm – Mantillas Night |
Wed – 26th Feb | Le Bar by Le Patio | Noche de las Turistas – 7 pm |
Thur – 27th Feb | Vertigo | Opening Night |
Fri – 28th Feb | La Villa | Kilts Night |
Sun – 2nd Mar | The Parade | Throughout the town |
Mon – 3rd Mar | La Noche Rosa | Le Bar & Le Patio |
Mon – 3rd Mar | Mr Lumberjack | Bears Bar |
Tue – 4th Mar | The Parade | Throughout the town |
Wed – 5th Mar | Le Bar/Parrots Pub//L’Angle/Le Patio | Widows Night |
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Recommended Hotels in Sitges
Most of the hotels in Sitges are in the centre of the Village. The best options are on the seafront offering beautiful views of the Mediterranean.
Dolce Sitges
5 Star Luxury
Located a 10 minute taxi drive from the centre of town, this is the only 5 star hotel in Sitges and one of the best!
Hotel MiM, 4 Star
Stylish & Sophisticated
New, 4 star hotel in the heart of Sitges with beautiful rooms, a skybar with pool and stunning day spa for relaxing!
Hotel Medium, 3 Star
Great Pool & Location
The Hotel Medium is located in the heart of Sitges just seconds from the centre of town with a great pool.
Hotel ME, 4 Star
Deluxe & Luxury Option
The Hotel ME Terramar Sitges is one of the finest hotels in Sitges with its own beach club and large rooms.
Most Popular Apartments
Our readers consistently rate the following apartments with 8+. Book a flexible rate. Choose from a range of studio, 1, 2, and 3 bedroom apartments and penthouses, with local check in assistance.
Sitges Group Apartments
Range of seafront apartments with great balconies.
Sleeps up to 6
From €89/night
Destiono Apartments
Luxury apartments with great amenities and designer stye.
Selection of 1, 2 and 3 bedrooms.
From €99/night
1840 Apartments
Beautiful selection of apartments in a restored building.
Selection of 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom.
From €70/night
Urban Suite Apartments
Stunning apartments in the heart of Sitges with great amenities.
From 2 to 5 guests.
From €100/night
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