Bangkok is popularly known as being one of the most liberal cities in Asia; therefore it is no surprise that one of the region’s largest gay pride events is being held here. The Gay Pride event has grown since its inception and has moved away from the stereotypical ‘parade’ and more towards a week-long cultural festival. Despite this paradigm shift, organizers have ensured that the fun remains intact and the Bangkok Pride Week ends with a colourful & glamorous Gay Pride Parade that winds it way around the city streets accompanied by much fanfare and loud music.

This celebration of Gay, Lesbian, Bi-sexual and transgender identity encompasses a wide range of activities that include art exhibitions, film festivals and sporting events culminating with a Pride in the Park party and a glitzy parade. These events are held at a variety of diverse locations in Bangkok and range from self-expression seminars, cultural dialogues to relaxed social gatherings.

An important segment of the Bangkok Pride Week is the presentation of the Utopia awards, which recognizes path breakers in the field of LGBT upliftment and recognizes men and women who have pioneered Gay and Lesbianism in South East Asia. Several sporting events that include volleyball, biking, bowling and badminton are also worked off.

Away from the serious side of this festival, numerous parties are hosted in Bangkok’s Silom Soi district through out the Pride Week. Undoubtedly the highlight of the festival is the Pride in Park Party which is held at the historic Limphini Park. The end of Bangkok Pride Week is marked by the colourful street parade which should not be missed, especially the Sexy Swimsuit Competition.

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