Best Gay Events in Europe This Autumn

Sept. 20 2024

by Lachlan

While the summer months may host loads of Prides, beach parties, and circuit festivals, you’d be surprised to know that autumn also offers its fair share of gay events that pack a punch. From Berlin to Maspalomas, we round up the top gay events in Europe this season. While the temperatures may be that little bit cooler, we can assure you the party spirits will still be sizzling. So grab that slightly warmer piece of clothing and prepare for some fun this autumn. 

What? Maspalomas Fetish Week

Where? Maspalomas, Gran Canaria

When? October 4-14

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Ready to get kinky? Pack your favorite set of undies and leave your inhibitions at home, because Maspalomas Fetish Week is happening this October, and things are going to get naughty! Maspalomas Fetish Week is proudly the only European gay fetish event by the beach, and encourages you to feel hot, feel respected, and feel free. And with its mix of pool parties and beach festivities, you have no excuse not to feel this way. 

What? The Circus Vienna 

Where? Vienna 

When? October 5

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While Vienna may not necessarily scream gay destination, its gay scene bursts at the seams roughly three to four times a year with a series of lively Circus Parties. You can look forward to the party’s iconic Autumn edition this October. Specific details are yet to be revealed, but the theme is Halloween, so be sure to get your freak on! As usual, you can also expect a diverse lineup of acts ranging from big-name DJs to sexy go-go dancers and drag performances. 

What? HustlaBall

Where? Berlin 

When? October 17-20

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Ready to embrace your inner hustla? You can do just this for one unforgettable party in Berlin at the HustlaBall. Come with open spirits, and go big or go home. Based on the HustlaBall in San Francisco, this European addition promises the same amount of kinkiness and forbidden fantasies. Expect fetish acts, porn stars, and club-transforming installations. This year, Berlin’s HustlaBall will occur from Thursday to Sunday in the city’s iconic KitKat Club. So, ready to hustle?

What? Amsterdam Leather Pride

Where? Amsterdam

When? October 24-28

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Into leather? Get yourself to Amsterdam for one of Europe’s most iconic Leather Prides. For five days, the canal capital will welcome thousands of leather and fetish fans for a series of wild indoor and outdoor parties. As per usual, there will be Mister Leather elections, along with plenty of DJs, local and international live performances, and loads of dancing - naturally. So find your best - or kinkiest - leather gear and we’ll see you in Amsterdam for one incredible Pride. 

What? La Démence Anniversary Party

Where? Brussels 

When? October 31 - November 3

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In terms of gay-friendly cities in central Europe, Brussels has been at the helm of the scene for many years. It legalized same-sex marriage as far back as 2000, and its charming gayborhood is spilling with LGBTQ venues catered to all tastes. It makes sense then that the city is also host to several gay parties and events throughout the year. This October, pencil the Anniversary Party of La Démence in your calendar. For four nights, La Demence will be hosting a series of parties in different locations throughout the city, each offering an incredible line-up of DJs. Rest assured, these guys know how to throw a good party - they've had plenty of experience.

What? Cologne Bear Pride

Where? Cologne 

When? November 27 - December 1

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If you thought Europe's bears only came out to play for Sitges Bears Week, think again. Cologne Bear Pride is a great celebrate of the city's local (and Europe's) bear community, and offers five days of non-stop fun. Cologne Bear Pride is one of Europe's longest-running and most-attended bear events, and this year, you can look forward to a packed schedule, with everything from daily sauna events at Babylon Badhaus, the Bear Unity Party at Bogen 2, and course, the Mr. Bear Germany contest to name a few. We'll see you for some beer in Cologne! 

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