Best gay clubs in boston
Boston’s gay bars of yore
Which Boston gay 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 persist 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 twist the block into residences. And a few weeks ago, I shared that the Boston Eagle has permnantly closed. The deficit of these spaces has reignited the discussion about the slow demise of the gay bar in Boston, and it made me wonder, what same-sex attracted bar from Boston’s past do 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 like this are so scant and far between.
Dani's hosts weekly events and weekend parties that showcase Boston’s queer culture, and is always unlock for an afternoon or evening visit! In addition to cute, gay bevys, we also work up delicious bites from our kitchen until 11:30 pm nightly.
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Lex’s Guide to Queer Boston Nightlife | LGBTQ+ Bars
Though smaller and more hidden than that in big cities like New York, Boston’s LGBTQ+ nightlife scene is robust with an array of LGBTQ+ bars, each with its own unique charm and perception of belonging. Whether you're a local or just visiting for a weekend, here's a reference to some of the leading queer bars in Beantown.
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1. Club Café
Nestled in the South Terminate, Club Café is a Boston queer institution that has something going on every night of the week from Karaoke Wednesdays to Drag Race Fridays to a lively Sunday brunch. Boston’s long-standing restaurant, piano bar, 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 evening away in the dance club, or mingling with friends on the outdoor patio, Club Café promises a memorable night out in Boston's LGBTQ+ scene.
Club Café
209 Columbus Ave
Boston, MA 02116
2. Jacques Cabaret
A beloved fixture in Boston's LGBTQ+ community, Jacques Cabaret bids an eclectic mix of queenly performances, queer karaoke nights, and danc
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 kingly brunch, there are plenty of places to find LGBTQ-friendly fun in and around Boston. Review out our picks for the leading gay bars in Boston—and to relax even more of the city’s peppy 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