The present Mr Gay Europe, Tim Küsters has already started to look for finalists for this very special edtion of the competition.
Mr Gay Europe is pleased to announce that the sixteenth edition of the Mr Gay Europe finals will take place on board an all-LGBT+ cruise spanning nine days in late summer 2026 alongside the world’s leading LGBT+ vacation company, VACAYA.
In collaboration with VACAYA, we invite our finalists from across Europe, national producers, friends, supporters and fans to join us on a nine-day Mediterranean cruise packed with memorable experiences.In addition to enjoying a fantastic all-LGBT+ cruise experience, the public will really have the opportunity to get to know the finalists and the competition through several interactive challenges. In addition to enjoying the sun, parties, and entertainment onboard, Mr Gay Europe will be an integral part of the journey.
Since the very first international Mr Gay competition in Oslo 2005, we have striven to be constantly developing and improving. Over the years, we have had many good and exciting partners, and when the opportunity to collaborate with VACAYA became a reality, it felt like the icing on the cake.Not only do the finalists and travellers experience an open-minded and festive atmosphere, but the Mr Gay Europe team also feels that VACAYA has the same values as Mr Gay Europe - pride, diversity, and togetherness.
Mr. Randle Roper, Co-founder & CEO of VACAYA says that the company will publish more information at the launch in September, but comments: To say we’re thrilled to partner with Mr Gay Europe on this groundbreaking Med Cruise would be an understatement. This will be an epic adventure for all involved, spanning three countries and two continents, with a couple super exciting twists along the way. Stay tuned for more details next month!
Mr. Tore Aasheim, Co-founder and Mr Gay Europe president says: From the moment I first heard about VACAYA, I thought it would be amazing to be allowed to collaborate with such a concept. The MGE team is thrilled and excited to partner with VACAYA, and summer 2026 cannot come soon enough.
Mr Gay Europe Tim Küsters will be an important part of the Mr Gay Europe team and he will tirelessly continue his campaign for better mental health in the LGBTQI community. He says: "I am really pleased to have Vacaya on board for this special 16th edition of Mr. Gay Europe. As I continue my journey to raise awareness about mental health and suicide prevention in the LGBTQIA+ community, I look forward to welcoming the new finalists in 2026 and hearing their stories. By the end of the nine day cruise, we will know who will take over the title and become Europe’s LGBTQIA+ ambassador." The title Mr Gay Europe might make you think that this competition is purely about looks and appearance. Not at all - it is about searching for an ambassador for the queer community with a strong message and power to drive change.
From royal gardens to sheltered bunkers
Previous Mr Gay Europe finals have been held in grand royal castle gardens in the UK and in front of thousands of people at the Gay Village in Rome and Cologne Pride. But we have also organized finals under police protection and in sheltered bunkers to protect ourselves from opposing forces who believe that we should neither be proud nor visible.Now we are taking the Mr Gay Europe final to a new level, the collaboration with VACAYA LGBT+ Travel means that Mr Gay Europe goes to sea - the final night itself is organized as a very special pool party, a party you absolutely won’t want to miss.
All-Star competition in 2025
What about 2025, some might ask? Well, Mr Gay Europe is returning to Norway, and in 2025 a separate All-Star final will be organized with former participants where part of the first prize will be to be a presenter during the fantastic Mr Gay Europe 2026 cruise.
The cruise itself will have its own worldwide launch in September and then even more details will be revealed. As for the Mr Gay Europe 2025 All Star final, the invitations will be sent out to former participants during September. Stay tuned to www.myvacaya.com, mrgayeurope.com and timkusters.com for more information.
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