Programs, activities and how to get to parties in Gran Canaria

Schedule of attendance until 40,000 people Arrivals from all over the world will be held again this year From November 10th to 16th It is particularly located in Maspalomas (Gran Canaria), which is known for being gay-friendly. There’s an intensive program of activities throughout the week that goes far beyond shows, concerts and pool parties.

Therefore, during this period there will be exhibitions, sports activities, cultural events, as well as lectures and debates on topics important to the LGBTQ+ community. And of course, lots of pride walk, It’s one of the most anticipated events in all of Winter Pride, and the one that’s most likely to draw the most people.

Concerts and performances of all kinds

The majority of the program will take place in the Yumbo Shopping Center area in the Playa del Inglés district in the south of the island. Specifically, it is located in the city of San Bartolomé de Tirajana. Very close to the tourist resorts of Maspalomas and Meloneras. The area is home to a wide variety of bars, restaurants, shops, nightclubs and other entertainment venues.

Among the scheduled events are pride walk, The parade will be the featured dish. Held on a Saturday to ensure most people can participate, it runs along Via Tirajana from the Avola Catalina Hotel to Yumbo. It is expected to last from 3 to 6 p.m. After the event, an “after party” will be held in the area.

Additionally, many of the attendees want to enjoy the concert. 40+ artists And most of them are free to enter. However, some hotels host private parties every year that require advance admission. These are the most anticipated artists.

Popular crossfit workouts, drag, Party on a catamaran or by the pool The whole day will be filled with party and atmosphere (like the Tropican Party with the Benga Boys at Ocean Club), workshops to create banners for the parade, and Pride World’s global talent contest.

Organizers provided a range of services to make the party as easy as possible for the 40,000 attendees. Gran Canaria has the following networks: public transport This is very useful. Among them, it is worth considering the Global Canary bus, which covers the journey between the airport and Faro Maspalomas in about 40 minutes on lines 66 and 90. According to the official Winter Pride website, a one-way ticket costs €4.05 and departures are at 30 and 40 minutes past the hour.

Additionally, there is a taxi service and convenient parking for those coming to the area by private transport. However, it is always best to plan your trip in advance, and in this sense, mobility applications such as: movit It’s very convenient.