Circuit Festival Barcelona 2023

Europe’s No 1 Gay Festival

Barcelona hosts the Circuit Festival in August each year. The event has grown to become one of the most important gay events in the Summer calendar and attracted more than 70,000 visitors last year.  Many of those visiting spent their days by the beach in Sitges and the nights partying in Barcelona.

The Waterpark Day

Tuesday August 8th 2023 – The Waterpark day is one of the biggest events to take place during the Circuit Festival attracting more than 70,000 people. The event is split into the day party and the night party. If you are visiting the Catalan Capital, then check out our Barcelona Guide

Where to stay for Circuit Festival Barcelona

The following hotels were the highest rated by our visitors to the previous Circuit Festival. All are close to the city’s gay bars and attractions and each has a unique feature which might help you decide on which to choose:

• COOL POOL – El Avienida Palace – Just a short trip to the bars and clubs of the gay Eixample district and is rated “Fabulous” by guests with a rooftop pool providing sweeping views of some of the city’s famous landmarks.
• CENTRAL LOCATION – Catalonia Passeig de Gràcia for your hotel stay. The 4 star superior hotel is rated “Superb” by guests with a perfect location, attentive staff a beautiful roof terrace with pool, state of the art gym and modern decor.
• GYM AND SPA –  Hotel Catalonia Barcelona Plaza is a 4 star hotel, rated “Fabulous” by guests with  spacious rooms featuring a contemporary design, a full service spa and wellness centre and stunning rooftop views with epic views.