Madrid gay pride is one of the much awaited and most visited gay prides of Europe. From wide obscurity during 2007, this event became highly popular in just one year. Madrid gay pride is different from other events of the same league in a several ways. Here, public appreciation and support for people having alternate orientation is superb. During the event, the whole city of Madrid cheers up participants with beer in hand. During this event, Chueca, the gay quarter of Madrid wears an all new look. This weeklong event is packed with several cultural and entertainment programs. DJ and live music concerts are arranged every night.

On the final day of event the parade is arranged. The Madrid gay pride starts at 6 pm keeping the convenience of all in mind. The parade takes around an hour to cross the City Block. Last year near about 150,000 people participated in the parade. No matter, whether gay or straight, it is attended by people of both orientations. Madrid hotel and tourism industry cooperates completely to make the event a success. Many hotels and restaurants offer attractive discounts during Madrid gay pride. This year, the organizers are expecting more participants from different parts of the world.