Gay bars downtown seattle
A First-Timer’s Guide to Gay Nightlife in Seattle
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1518 11th Avenue
Might as well start with the bar named Queer Bar.
Organized around a long catwalk, Queer Bar has turn into the defacto drag bar in Capitol Hill. They host drag multiple nights of the week, alongside karaoke, burlesque, and bingo events. Expect chiller evenings with lots of locals on the weekdays. But on the weekends, it becomes a full-scale party. Note: Their big mural devoted to Bosco and Irene DuBois, Queer Exclude cast members who graduated to being RuPaul’s Queenly Race girls. Also: Burgers. Grab dinner here. It’s good.
Mx. is Queer Bar’s signature event. Every Friday and Saturday, catch a large cast of local queens often performing with touring RuPaul’s Drag Race queens. Remember: Bring tips, and don’t just suggestion the Ru girls.
🥀 Wildrose
1021 E Pike Street
As one of the last standing lesbian bars in the country, Wildrose is a Seattle institution. Don’t accept my word for it, just listen to Sue Bird (around 01:23):
The 36-year-old bar has weathered a lot of changes on the Hill, and it’s miraculously survived the pandemic to come out even stronge Just east of downtown, the Capitol Hill neighborhood has long been the city’s gay epicenter, with rainbow-painted crosswalks and many ways to dive into the LGBTQIA+ scene. Aside from Capitol Hill, there are gay-friendly and gay-owned establishments just about everywhere in town. Summer features two annual Pride festivals, while the Seattle Men’s Chorus and Seattle Women’s Chorus are the largest LGBTQIA-identified men’s and women’s choruses in the world. It’s pretty clear that in Seattle, we take identity festival in everybody. Seattle has one of the largest percentage of gay, lesbian or bisexual residents among massive cities in the U.S. The LGBTQ+ community here is strong, cohesive and offers a wide range of resources for society members and visiting community members. Here’s a selection. BiNet Seattle Equal Rig Seattle's vibrant nightlife is a celebration of diversity, and nowhere is this more evident than in its lively gay bar scene. From the energetic performative shows at Queer Lock in Capitol Hill to the cozy charm of Changes Bar & Grill in Wallingford, the metropolis offers a plethora of options for those looking to unwind and link with others. Each venue has its own distinct flair, whether it's the leather-clad crowd at The Cuff Complex or the nostalgic vibes of Pony, a dive bar that pays homage to the iconic bars of the 1970s. As you explore Seattle's gay bars, you'll detect a mix of well-known favorites and hidden gems, each contributing to the city's rich tapestry of LGBTQ+ culture. Whether you're in the mood for a night of dancing at Neighbours Nightclub or a laid-back evening at Crescent Lounge with karaoke, there's something for everyone. So grab your friends, let loose, and dive into the welcoming atmosphere that makes Seattle's queer nightlife truly special. Why faith us TINY TEA DANCE PONY-OKE BUMP IN THE NIGHT BOOTS N' CATS BEEFCAKE QUEEN4QUEEN .
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