Carnival has to be Sitges’ wildest party. Even though it is on in February it is still the hottest party in town! On the most popular days you will find thousands of partygoers dancing on the major streets across the town.
The busy months of July and August look positively dead! Gay boys and girls from the 4 corners of the world descend on our little town and party the week away!
- The ME Hotel is one of the most popular options during Carnival, offering spacious rooms and high-end amenities. The hotel has an “Excellent” rating
The Events
Events kick off with the Mantillas night, the traditional start of the gay Carnival on Tuesday. The King and Carnival (the main protagonist of the event) arrives on Thursday, followed by a series of epic parades and parties.
Costumes
Costumes are essential. Many visitors spend months planning their outfits. Over the past few years, more and more visitors are dressing up! You have been warned. Plaza Industria, home to Parrots Pub is transformed into a party zone with camp carnival music playing non-stop from 7 pm until late.
The Main Parades
Sunday’s and Tuesday’s parades are the two signature events. Enjoy elaborate floats, costumes and performances along the seafront as more than 2,000 participants make their way through the village.
The route is as follows: Av Sofia Ribera Promenade (sea side), La Fragata, Ribera promenade (mountain side), Bassa Rodona, Plaza del Pou Vedre, Espalter, Sant Francesc and Cap de la Vila.
Sunday’s Parade is at 7.30 pm and Tuesday’s Parade is at 9 pm.
Where to stay during Carnival?
Several of the larger hotels do not open for Carnival, so Apartments are in high demand. In 2023, most apartments sold-out by the end of January, so book early.
The following hotels are open and have high ratings and are close to the Carnival Celebrations.
Dolce Sitges (5 Star – 10 min taxi), Hotel MiM, Hotel Medium, ME Sitges Terramar