LGBTQI+ festivals other than Pride

LGBTQI+ festivals other than Pride

Want to continue the celebrations after Pride has ended? We’ve rounded up LGTBQI+ festivals and events around the world, and one of them might just spark your next holiday idea…  

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XLSIOR Festival   

Location: Mykonos, Greece  

Date: 22/08/24 – 28/08/24  

XLSIOR Festival stands as a premier LGBTQ+ event in Greece, uniting individuals from across the globe for a week-long extravaganza of music, parties, and cultural revelry. With its stunning venues and lineup of international DJs, it represents a highlight of the summer calendar for the LGBTQ+ community. Renowned for its inclusive spirit, XLSIOR Festival in Mykonos is a testament to celebration, diversity, and unity. 

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MiX International Festival of LGBTQ+ Cinema and Queer Culture 

Location: Milan, Italy   

Date: 26/09/24 – 29/09/24   

Since its founding in 1986 as a film festival, the MiX International Festival of LGBTQ+ Cinema and Queer Culture has been a vital hub for Italy’s LGBTQ+ community. With a diverse team of programmers, the festival continues to showcase the best of independent LGBTQ+ cinema and explore all facets of queer culture through a multidisciplinary approach, remaining rooted in its original political commitment and territorial roots.  

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Utopia 

Location: Cancun, Mexico   

Date: 04/04/25 – 07/04/25  

Experience a five-day, four-night celebration of music, art, and camaraderie amidst the breathtaking backdrop of Isla Mujeres at Utopia. Exclusive beaches, luxurious accommodations, and themed events await as connections are forged with both familiar faces and new acquaintances. From dawn till dusk, revel in the rhythms of renowned DJs and emerging talents alike. Utopia stands as a premier LGBTQ+ festival, offering daytime disco and nighttime revelry beneath the stars. With accommodations, villas, and venues conveniently situated within close proximity, Isla Mujeres transforms into a secluded yet vibrant festival haven, where indelible memories are woven into the fabric of the experience. 

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Author: Daisy Colley
Last updated: 21/11/2024