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The club scene is equally diverse, coming in all shapes and sizes. Delirio is one of the favorites, but it is quite small and best for weeknights when other places are closed. DLRO is a bigger, louder brother, with large weekend parties spread across two floors. Black and White is the city’s resident megaclub, which holds epic events. Kluster and Boite are two other popular mid-size spots, both slightly outside of Chueca. Bears have their own club, Bearbie.
One of the draws of the Madrid gay party scene are the dedicated party nights at selected venues. Kluster, Into the Tank (it has fully equipped playrooms), WE Party, and Macho all have dedicated themes.
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Madrid’s gay clubs typically start getting busy around 2 am, when the bars start to close and people move on to continue the party.
Most of Madrid’s gay clubs are in the Chueca gayborhood or the neighbouring Lavapies hub. One club, La Riviera, which hosts the WE Party, is by the river.
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STRONG Club is Madrid’s most iconic gay cruise club. It’s unique as it includes a bar, DJ booth, stage, dance floor, private rooms, along with bunk beds, and a large darkroom. That way, you can dance, drink, and cruise without leaving the venue. , offering a unique combination of dancing, drinking, and cruising. Spanning over 500 square meters, the venue. STRONG Club has been providing the gay scene with the best cruise environment since 1993. STRONG Club hosts themed parties like Odarko and Into The Tank. There’s no strict dress code, but it suggests leather, rubber, sportswear, or even shirtless attire.
STRONG Club is open from Wednesday to Sunday from 11 pm until 6 am.
Facilities: Dancing, Dark Room, Cruise, Leather Bar, Bar, Relaxing Cabins - free, ID Required Aged 18+, Music
Sala Republik Club in the Chueca gayborhood is known for its underground music vibe which includes: techno, trance, and electro house. The club features two floors, each offering a different atmosphere and music style. Sala Republik Club hosts various themed parties, such as Kabaret 3.0 and El PutiClub de Charlotte, as well as Baila Minitel, where the basement room features techno music, while the main floor rotates through different genres. The crowd is generally young, attracting partygoers in their early 20s.
Sala Republik Club is open six nights a week from midnight and closes at 5.30 am weekdays and 6 am Fridays and Saturdays. It’s closed on Tuesdays.
Facilities: Dancing, Bar
Marta, Cariño! is one of Madrid’s most iconic gay venues. The club features two floors with distinct atmospheres: a lively disco area for dancing and a sophisticated restaurant space for dining and entertainment. Guests can enjoy local dishes while watching live performances by drag queens. The restaurant offers a varied menu with standout items like homemade croquettes and white chocolate egg desserts. The crowd is diverse and inclusive, attracting gay men of all ages and nationalities.
Marta, Cariño! is open Fridays and Saturdays from 10 pm until 6 am and Sundays from 8 pm until 3 am.
Facilities: Drag Show, Dancing, Restaurant, Bar, Live music, Cabaret show
Into The Tank is a popular gay fetish dance party held at Strong Club, just south of the Chueca gayborhood. It offers a vibrant atmosphere with a focus on masculine fetishes, featuring genres like Progressive House, Indie Dance, and Melodic House & Techno. The event also has fully equipped playrooms. There is a strict dress code: masculine fetish attire such as leather, rubber, or jockstraps. DJs like Alex O’Neill and John Garcia provide the soundtrack. The event is men-only, with a focus on masculine attire and attitude.
Into The Tank Madrid is a Friday night dance party at Strong Club from 11 pm until 6 am.
Facilities: Dancing, Dark Room, Leather Bar, Bar
WE Party stands out for its large-scale productions, including the WE Pride Festival and New Year’s Festival, which attract thousands of attendees. These events feature top DJs like DJ Aron and Ana Paula. WE Party hosts monthly events and larger festivals at La Riviera, which is on the river, south of the Royal Palace. The Pride Festival includes epic pool parties and dance events, while the New Year’s Festival features multiple themed nights leading up to January 1st. The crowd is generally young and energetic, attracting men in their 20s and 30s.
Check the Weparty website to discover the next event that matches your travel dates.
Facilities: Drag Show, Go-go show, Dancing, Bar, Live music, Cabaret show
Macho Party is one of the hottest gay events in Madrid, known for its focus on masculine fetishes and its high-energy events. It features guest DJs, porn stars, and go-go dancers. The party is part of larger events like the WE Party Pride Festival and the New Year’s Festival. Macho Party stands out for. Macho Party is held at various times throughout the year, including a special edition on April 30, 2025, at Sala BUT in the Chueca gayborhood.
Check the Macho party website to discover if there’s a party at the same time as your travel dates.
Facilities: Go-go show, Dancing, Leather Bar, Bar, Live music
La Boite is a weekend gay club in the south of the Chueca gayborhood, known for its retro style and large dance floor. DJs play a variety of music genres, including pop, charts, reggaeton, and house. The club hosts live music concerts and other gigs, such as the Candy Club, The PickClub, and Bambina parties. These events feature the best house and electronic music in the city, courtesy of renowned DJs. The crowd is generally young.
La Boite is open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights from midnight until 6 am.
Facilities: Dancing, Bar, Live music
Kluster is a premier Saturday night gay party in Madrid held at REBEL club just north of the Chueca gayborhood. The event features a vibrant dance floor filled with energetic music, primarily house and electronic, provided by renowned DJs like Dave Urania and Ben Manson. Kluster hosts themed parties, such as Matrix and MegaWoof, which add an exciting twist to the regular nightlife experience. The venue features four bars, ensuring quick service. It’s an extremely masculine atmosphere, and men of all walks of life party here.
Kluster is held every Saturday night from midnight until 6 am.
Facilities: Dancing, Bar
Bearbie is the epicenter of bear culture in Madrid. It’s located in the center of the Chueca gayborhood, catering specifically to gay bears and their admirers. The club is known for its buzzing atmosphere, with house music sessions downstairs and pop music upstairs. Its unique logo — a bearded Barbie — perfectly captures the playful vibe of the venue. The club also hosts themed parties like “Bearbie Pop” and special events during Halloween, New Year’s, and Madrid Pride. DJs such as Giulio Malatesta and Wbaranyi often perform at the venue.
Bearbie is open Fridays and Saturdays from midnight until 6 am.
Facilities: Dancing, Bar
In the heart of Chueca, the Moon Tropical Madrid brings a little piece of the Caribbean to the gayborhood. The bar has a distinct tropical island feel. The sexy, shirtless bartenders are very friendly and make delicious cocktails. The music inspires everyone to hit the dancefloor.
The Moon Tropical Madrid is open nightly from 7 pm until 6 am.
Facilities: Dancing, Bar
DLRO Live is a vibrant gay club in the Chueca gayborhood, known for its excellent live drag shows and go-go dancers. It’s a great spot for midweek partying when many larger clubs are closed. The club is renowned for its outstanding cocktail service and high-quality drinks. DLRO Live is proud of its long-standing reputation as a benchmark for gay nightlife in Madrid. The crowd is diverse and inclusive, attracting a mixed gay clientele of all ages.
DLRO Live is open Tuesdays to Sundays from midnight and closes at 5.30 am or 6 am on Fridays and Saturdays. It’s closed on Mondays.
Facilities: Drag Show, Go-go show, Dancing, Bar, Live music, Cabaret show
Black & White is a legendary club in Madrid’s Chueca gayborhood, known for its vibrant atmosphere and excellent entertainment. For over 30 years, it has featured a wide variety of performances by some of Madrid’s most talented drag queens, including La Plexy. The bar is split across two floors, there are three bars, and a dedicated area for dancing and a quieter one for socializing. Black & White is also famous for events like the ‘Hoscars’ and competitions for ‘El chicho del verano’. The crowd is generally mixed; weekends get a younger crowd, while weekdays attract a more mature audience.
Black & White is open nightly from midnight and closes at 5.30 am weekdays and 6 am on Fridays and Saturdays.
Facilities: Drag Show, Dancing, Bar, Live music, Cabaret show
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