More than a decade ago, I set foot in Bangkok for the very first time. It was my first solo backpacking trip, but as it turned out, the Thai capital would be bombarding me with a series of firsts. A friend, who had been living in Bangkok at the time showed me around and decided it was time for me to have a proper immersion. He led me into my first gay club and dragged me to my first drag show. For the first time since I could remember, I felt completely and unapologetically myself in a foreign land. Bangkok wrapped me in a kind of warmth that I didn’t know I was missing — a mix of loud celebration and quiet acceptance.
That’s why it’ll always have a special place in my heart. It’s not just because of the parties, the food, or the culture (though, yes to all of that). To me, Bangkok isn’t just another stop on my travel map. It is my safe space.
If you’re part of the LGBTQ+ community and planning a trip to Thailand, here are my top tips to help you experience Bangkok the way it was meant to be: safe, fabulous, and full of pride.
1. Visit during #BangkokPride for peak LGBT energy.
June is Pride Month. Last year, I attended Bangkok Pride for the first time. But it wasn’t just my first Pride in Thailand — it was my first Pride, ever. Before that trip, I had never marched, never waved a rainbow flag in public, never stood shoulder to shoulder with thousands of people shouting for love and equality. But something about Bangkok made me feel like I was exactly where I needed to be. I didn’t just feel tolerated or accepted. I felt celebrated.
During Pride Month, Bangkok transforms. The streets come alive with rainbow flags, music, and people from all walks of life showing up in full color. The atmosphere is joyful, inclusive, and deeply emotional. Thailand is already one of the most LGBTQ+-friendly countries in Asia, but Pride turns that friendliness into full-on solidarity. Locals, expats, and travelers all come together in one big, beautiful parade. Even corporate allies step up with Pride-themed events and support.
Bangkok’s celebrations keep getting bigger every time. This year, Bangkok Pride Parade 2025 promises to be one of the largest and most inclusive Pride parades in Southeast Asia, as the city celebrates diversity, freedom, and gender equality. Here are the details including the route.
- Date: Sunday, June 1, 2025
- Time: 3:00 PM onwards
- Route: From National Stadium BTS to…
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