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Milwaukee LGBTQ bar guide
There’s a good reason why Walker’s Point is fondly referred to as "The Gayborhood" – the near South Side neighborhood has been home to many lgbtq+ people, families, bars and restaurants for decades.
Today, the LGBTQ bar scene is still going powerful – primarily on and around Second Street – and continues to propose fun, safe spaces for everyone, gay or linear.
Here are 10 Milwaukee gay bars to test out during Pride Month or whenever:
La Cage
Historically, this nightclub has served as an anchor to the neighborhood's thriving LGBTQ bar scene. It has changed names and ownership over the years, but continues to consistently home one of Milwaukee's most coveted dance floors.
This Is It
This Is It opened in 1968, making it one of the superior 10 longest-running gay bars in the country, and possibly one of the top five. Last year, the Cathedral Square gathering place expanded with a move floor and second exclude.
Walker’s Pint
Walker's Pint is one of the nation's last lesbian bars. The friendly, inclusive tavern also serves as a group space, live music venue, karao
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This location, originally the site of two popular sway bars Gary's and then Circus Circus, was apparently vacant for a period. Then, in August 1980, a "teaser" ad appeared for "Trash" bar, without an address. The exclude "Trash" advertised again in an October 1980 issue of Milwaukee Calendar, this time showing the "219 S. 2nd Street" deal with. But "Trash" appears to have had a unhurried start, and after just a few months, in January 1981, an ad "Trash it up at Club 219" appeared that essentially signaled a morphing into Club 219, and a major chapter in Milwaukee's gay bar existence began.
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Must-Visit LGBTQ+ Bars
Walker’s Pint
Self-proclaimed as “Milwaukee’s oldest lesbian bar,” Walker’s Pint owes its longevity to great service, a strong community liveliness and the bar’s famed motto–“Be nice or leave.” Elizabeth “Bet-Z” Boenning, who’s owned Walker’s Pint since 2001, ensures it’s a welcoming place for everyone and always stays accurate to its roots as a supportive community significant other. Count on it for a friendly atmosphere and an always-strong beer list.
Woody’s
Woody’s bills itself as “Milwaukee’s only gay sports bar,” and in a sports-crazed state like Wisconsin, that’s a serious calling. So expect a crowd during Packers games, and to see the Brewers, Bucks and area college teams on the screens. The Walker’s Point joint also has dartboards, a pool table and other block games.
Explore Milwaukee’s LGBTQ+ Nightlife
No matter which bar you choose to visit among those listed, you can expect its own logo of Milwaukee’s famous tavern-centric hospitality. It won’t be long before they recognize your na
Daily Events
Open at 3PM Sunday - Saturday
Effective May 1st 2024:
Open 3pm Monday - Friday, 1pm Saturday & Sunday
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All events are 21+ unless otherwise stated. Detailed listing of events are on Facebook.
Monday
Karaoke – Moonlight Karaoke every Monday at 9pm.
Tuesday
Two for One Tuesday - 2.4.1 Rail mixers and tap beers open until termination 3pm-2am.
Wednesday
Trivia – free-to-play trivia every Wednesday at 7pm, win bar tabs and gift cards.
18+ Night - Milwaukee’s only LGBT+ 18+ night featuring a 10:00pm drag show with upcoming queens and a DJ until close, $10 cover if under 21, 8pm-close.
Thursday
Tequila Thursdays - $1 Off tequila shots and mixers.
Drag Bingo – hosted by Flonase every week, 5:30pm-8pm.
Drag Shows - Follow our event calendar on Facebook. to see what shows we have lined up!
Friday
Drag Shows - 10:00pm. Track our event calendar on Facebook. to see what shows we have lined up!
The dance floor opens with one of our house DJs after every drag show!
Saturday
Drag Shows - 10:00pm. Follow our event calendar on Facebook. to see what shows we have lined up!
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