OVER THE BORDER

A weekly gay Sunday club that was born over 20 years ago in small cities around Belgium has grown into one of the biggest, most renowned and most anticipated parties in Europe. Yes, you know it – were talking La Demence…

It was only after the parties settled down in the capital, Brussels, in 1992, that La Demence really took shape and came into its own. The parties took on a regular monthly slot – and the crowds flocked – they were held either the day before a bank holiday, or on a Friday – and twice a year, weekend-long parties were organised, and the brand grew from there.

The international crowd that La Demence now draws, due to both its widespread appeal as well as its central geographic location, is what makes it really stand out. Attracting visitors from neighbouring France, The Netherlands and Germany – as well as flocks of gorgeous Itallian, Swiss, Spanish, American, and, yes, us British boys, too – La Demence presents the most international, up-for-it crowd you will have ever seen.

With the option of making your way to La Demence by organised bus trip from Cologne, Frankfurt, Paris or Lille – or taking advantage of the cost-effective hotel options nearby starting from just €79, you can tailor your weekend to your own needs. With hotels offering late check-out to accommodate you hardcore party-animals, club entrance fees all around €20 and drinks from €4 – La Demence really does offer good value for money and flexibility.

La Demence offers an eclectic mix of cultures and scenes – a collision of different genres of music, all housed under one roof and like nothing you will have experienced before. Leather boys, bears, fashion victims, muscle queens, drag, young and old – a crowd of over 2,000 people from all walks of life – all there with one purpose – to have a good time. Housed in a huge venue consisting of three different rooms, and featuring eight international DJs progressing from techno to house, there really is something for everyone.

La Demence offers an unforgettable experience – something that has to be experienced to be believed, and an experience that will undoubtedly stay with you forever.

• La Demence’s next major event is the Easter Party Weekend, 6-8th April. Three fun nights in three amazing venues featuring 17 international DJs and a live performance by Rebeka Brown. More info at www.lademence.com