Benidorm Pride
About This Event
Benidorm Pride is a September pride on the Costa Blanca that started as a modest march in 2011 and now fills a week. It is organized by a local LGBTQ+ collective led by Santos Torres, with the town council co-presenting, and its crowd is heavily international, mostly British, which matches Benidorm's year-round gay scene in the Old Town.
The week runs Tuesday to Sunday in early September with shows, concerts and parties. The main event is the Saturday afternoon parade: floats leave from the Rincón de Loix end, follow the Levante beach promenade, and finish at the Julio Iglesias auditorium area. The bars around Calle Santo Domingo and the Old Town carry on long after.
Book early; hotels on the Levante side fill up that week. September heat is still serious, so the late-afternoon parade start is sensible.
The 16th edition ran September 1 to 6, 2026, with 18 floats in the parade on Saturday, September 5. The council projected more than 20,000 visitors; we found no post-event count. The 2027 dates hadn't been announced when we checked.
Parade Route
Where to stay during Benidorm Pride
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Check the official website for the latest programme.
Practical Tips
Book Accommodation Early
Benidorm hotels fill up quickly for Pride events, so it's advisable to book your accommodation well in advance.
Explore the Old Town
The Old Town (Casco Antiguo) is the heart of Benidorm's gay scene, with a high concentration of bars, clubs, and venues.
Combine with a Holiday
Benidorm Pride is a week-long festival, making it ideal to combine with a longer holiday stay.
Check the Schedule for Paid Events
While many events are free, tickets for paid events will be available closer to August 2026. Check the official app or website for details.
Videos
Full Benidorm Pride Parade 2025 TikTok Edition
