Rapido is one of Amsterdam’s best-known gay circuit parties, taking place at Paradiso, a converted church in the city center. It usually runs on Sundays, starting early in the afternoon. By the time doors open, the crowd is already lined up and ready.
The venue itself sets Rapido apart. The main hall has high ceilings, two rows of balconies, and stained-glass windows that catch the lights and lasers. Upstairs it can get hot, while downstairs you’ll find a smokers’ area, a second dance floor, and a basement lounge with snacks and space to cool down. Every corner of the building seems alive with sound.
The music comes from international DJs, mixing house and circuit beats that keep the energy flowing until late evening. The crowd is mostly men from across Europe, many stripping down to sport shorts or nothing but a harness. It’s hot, it’s sweaty, and it’s all part of the fun.
Rapido combines music, visuals, and atmosphere in a unique venue that feels made for dance. For visitors, it’s the perfect way to close a weekend in Amsterdam: one last party before Monday, with new friends and a shirt somewhere lost on the dance floor.
About Paradiso
Paradiso is a music venue in the city centre of Amsterdam at Leidseplein. The building is an old church. It is mostly used for music concerts, but sometimes (gay) parties take place here, like Rapido and F*NG Pop Queers.
Maximum capacity is about 1500 people. The large main room has 2 balconies. A smaller room is on the 1st floor and in the basement there is a chill out zone with food service.
Toilets are in the basement too. Lockers can be found on ground and first floor.
