Hula’s Bar and Lei Stand, Waikiki, Hawaii In a move that speaks to the elegance and celebratory nature of the bar and club, it offers its patrons meals and desserts (like Buck Burger Nights) served up as a side with its signature drinks and world-famous drag events. With a no boundaries sort of atmosphere, you never know where your night is going to end at Divas - and that’s just the magic of the boundary-breaking bar.įor the past few decades, Big Chicks has opened its doors (and served its drinks) to anyone on the spectrum - after all, the bar’s motto is “men and men, women and women, and women and men.” Aside from being a revolutionary gay bar in Chicago’s Far North Side, Big Chicks is celebrated for its one-of-a-kind art hanging on nearly every corner of the establishment, depicting prominent divas in large portraits. For trans people (and their admirers, I suppose), there are a number of activities to participate in at the bar and club - from drag and burlesque shows to late-night karaoke, dance parties, and stimulating conversation over Bloody Marys. For the past few decades, “transgenders and their admirers” have sought refuge in this safe space, one of only a handful in the entire country. Serving as the largest gathering place for transgender men and women in the entire country, it’s no secret that Divas in San Francisco has been making waves in the LGBTQ nightlife community. Or, if you prefer hanging around by the sidelines, Boxers has you covered with drink specials and LGBTQ sports events that don’t require any athletic ability. From women’s rugby to Spartans Wrestling Club, there is a sports league available for nearly every athletic interest.
Similar to Gym Sportsbar in New York City, Boxers offers a place for LGBTQ sports leagues and fans to meet. Located in the heart of the City of Brotherly Love, Boxers is a gay sports bar that’s perfect to head to after a long day at work. However, if you’re not as athletically inclined (or would rather just drink a cold beer in a comfortable chair) then Gym Sportsbar has you covered with televisions tuned to sports every hour of the day and an intimate lounge downstairs. Not only that, but becoming a Gym Sportsbar regular has its perks - whether you decide to join the freestyle wrestling club, Metro Wrestling, or LGBT Bike Club, you’ll finally find the community where you belong. Gym Sportsbar, New York, New YorkĬalling all gay sports fans and athletes: Gym Sportsbar in New York City serves up the best of both worlds for gay sports fans, allowing them a place to watch and discuss their favorite sports in a queer-friendly environment. Whether you’re dancing at one of its parties or making new friends over delectable cocktails, a trip to San Francisco is not complete without stopping for drinks and conversation at The Stud. The ambiance is so impressive at this San Francisco bar that RuPaul even made an appearance - along with countless other queer celebrities that have long celebrated The Stud’s important contributions to the LGBTQ community.
Featuring a warm and friendly interior, Akbar has steadily become one of the more famous LGBTQ institutions in Los Angeles, complete with plenty of star-studded comedy nights and themed shows.įor over 50 years, The Stud has been a prominent part of San Francisco’s LGBTQ scene - hosting one-of-a-kind parties, serving up delicious cocktails, and presenting some of the best drag and burlesque shows in California. Akbar, Los Angeles, CaliforniaĪkbar is located on Los Angeles’s world-famous Sunset Boulevard and is quickly becoming the last of its kind in the city. Come for the famous Long Island Iced Teas, stay for the candlelit conversation. If you happen to feel a sort of nostalgia for old school music videos, then Bar 1 will also keep you entertained for hours with its endless reel of diva-esque music videos. Whether they’re lounging by the cozy fireplace, playing pinball, or enjoying cocktails and conversation on the gorgeous outdoor patio, LGBTQ patrons will revel in the candlelit ambiance of this establishment. Unlike most bars frequented by everyone on the spectrum, Bar 1 in Phoenix, Arizona, encourages its guests to use their indoor voices. LGBTQ-owned and -operated, the bar and nightclub boasts some of the best drag shows in California - one smartly named “A Queen Is Born” - along with famous signature cocktails like the Red Velvet Cake Martini, modern American comfort food created by locally renowned chefs, and plenty of events to keep you coming back all year long. Centrally located in Santa Ana’s Historic Arts District, the Velvet Lounge is the latest addition to Orange County’s LGBTQ scene.