Boston gay clubs
Not only was Massachusetts was the first state to legalize gay marriage, but we also know how to show off our pride in style. Whether it’s dancing into the early morning hours, watching RuPaul’s Queenly Race, or cheering on gorgeous performers during a queenly brunch, there are plenty of places to find LGBTQ-friendly fun in and around Boston. Confirm out our picks for the finest gay bars in Boston—and to adore even more of the city’s vigorous nightlife, have entertaining exploring the bestcocktail lounges and speakeasies. And don't forget that June is Pride Month, so check out these Pride events around Boston.
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Best Boston gay bars
There is never a dull moment at this South End nightclub and restaurant—and it’s been thi
Boston’s gay bars of yore
Which Boston queer bar do you miss the most?
Russ Lopez book, The Hub of the Gay Universe: An LGBTQ History of Boston, Provincetown and Beyond shares how vibrant Boston’s gay scene was through the much of the 20th century. After WWII, Boston had more than a dozen gay bars. Those numbers would continue to proliferate over the coming decades (peaking in the 1970s – 90s) alongside other businesses that catered to the local gay community.
Last year Machine / Ramrod closed after a developer purchased the building it was located in to turn the block into residences. And a few weeks ago, I shared that the Boston Eagle has permnantly closed. The loss of these spaces has reignited the discussion about the slow demise of the male lover bar in Boston, and it made me wonder, what male lover bar from Boston’s past execute you miss the most?
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Dani's Queer Bar is Boston's only queer/sapphic bar, created by and for the LGBTQ+ community, in a world where spaces fond of this are so several and far between.
Dani's hosts weekly events and weekend parties that showcase Boston’s queer culture, and is always open for an afternoon or evening visit! In addition to pretty, gay bevys, we also serve up delicious bites from our kitchen until 11:30 pm nightly.
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Lex’s Guide to Gay Boston Nightlife | LGBTQ+ Bars
Though smaller and more concealed than that in big cities appreciate New York, Boston’s LGBTQ+ nightlife scene is robust with an array of LGBTQ+ bars, each with its retain unique charm and sense of belonging. Whether you're a local or just visiting for a weekend, here's a guide to some of the finest queer bars in Beantown.
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1. Club Café
Nestled in the South End, Club Café is a Boston queer institution that has something going on every night of the week from Karaoke Wednesdays to Queenly Race Fridays to a lively Sunday brunch. Boston’s long-standing restaurant, piano block, cabaret space and dance club—will satisfy all of your LGBTQ+ nightlife cravings. Whether you're enjoying dinner and a show in the cabaret room, dancing the night away in the twirl club, or mingling with friends on the outdoor patio, Club Café promises a memorable darkness out in Boston's LGBTQ+ scene.
Club Café
209 Columbus Ave
Boston, MA 02116
2. Jacques Cabaret
A beloved fixture in Boston's LGBTQ+ people, Jacques Cabaret suggestions an eclectic mix of drag performances, queer karaoke nights, and danc