In recent years, Maspalomas on the sun‑baked island of Gran Canaria has become home to one of the hottest offshoots of the Circuit universe. Known for its high‑energy pool parties, cheeky beach outings and long, sweaty nights, Circuit Festival Gran Canaria typically descends on the resort at the tail end of spring and folds into the larger Maspalomas Pride celebrations. 2025 is shaping up to be no different, although at the moment organisers are keeping the exact dates under wraps. As seasoned club kids know, the festivities usually kick off on a Thursday and build towards a weekend of late‑night dance marathons hosted by Freedom Party and the team behind Barcelona’s Matinée Group. Past editions have taken over venues like the open‑air Chester Meloneras Club & Lounge and the sprawling Yumbo Centrum with themes ranging from neon fantasy to leather and fetish. DJs from across Europe spin non‑stop house, techno and tribal beats while costumed performers, gogo dancers and aerialists keep the energy high between sets. Away from the clubs there are laid‑back afternoons by the pool with live DJs, impromptu volleyball games on Playa del Inglés and spontaneous meet‑ups at bars throughout the town. Many revellers time their visit to coincide with other happenings such as Bear Carnival or Winter Pride, turning their trip into a sun‑soaked tour of Gran Canaria’s queer scene. Because the festival is produced in collaboration with local tourism boards, the programme often includes cultural events during the day like art exhibitions and panel discussions on lgbtq+Q+ rights. Early May or early December have both been typical windows in past years, but the organisers have not yet announced an exact timeline for 2025. It’s wise to keep an eye on the official website for the latest news and ticket drops so you don’t miss the next edition. Official website: https://freedomparty.es

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