Nightlife

Best Gay Bars & Clubs in Puerto Vallarta (2026)

The best LGBTQ+ bars in Puerto Vallarta — from Industry's late-night dance floor and Paco's Ranch drag shows to STUDS Bear Bar, La Noche's rooftop, and the Romantic Zone's video bar scene.

Drag Shows in Las Vegas 2026: Residencies, Brunches & Gay Bar Nights

From RuPaul's Drag Race Live at the Flamingo to bottomless-mimosa brunches at Señor Frog's, Hamburger Mary's, and Notoriety, Vegas has more drag on stage than almost any city in the country.

Top 10 Gay Bars & Clubs in Boston (2026)

From the legendary Club Café to one of America's oldest drag venues, here are the 10 best LGBTQ+ bars and clubs in Boston.

Top 15 Gay Bars & Clubs in Houston (2026)

From the legendary leather bars of Montrose to the only lesbian bar in Houston, here are the 15 best LGBTQ+ bars and clubs in the Bayou City.

Top 10 Gay Bars & Clubs in Las Vegas (2026)

From Piranha Nightclub to the legendary Badlands Saloon, here are the 10 best LGBTQ+ bars and clubs in Las Vegas — plus drag shows, bar crawls, and insider tips.

Best Gay Bars & Clubs in Nashville (2026)

From Church Street's legendary dance clubs to one of the last lesbian bars in America, here are the best LGBTQ+ bars and clubs in Nashville.

Best Gay Bars & Clubs in Orlando (2026)

From Southern Nights' dance floor to Savoy's cocktail patio, here are the best LGBTQ+ bars and clubs in Orlando — plus bar crawl routes and insider tips.

Best Gay Bars & Clubs in Phoenix (2026)

From a converted church to the country's best lesbian bar scene, here are the best LGBTQ+ bars and clubs in Phoenix and Scottsdale.

Top 10 Gay Bars & Clubs in San Antonio (2026)

From the legendary Bonham Exchange to the dive bars on The Strip, here are the best LGBTQ+ bars and clubs in San Antonio.

Best Gay Bars & Clubs in Key West (2026)

The best LGBTQ+ bars in Key West, from 801 Bourbon's drag shows and Bourbon Street Pub's clothing-optional garden to La Te Da's Tea Dance and the local hangouts off Duval.

Best Gay Bars & Clubs in New Orleans 2026

The best LGBTQ+ bars in New Orleans, from Cafe Lafitte's 90-year legacy and Bourbon Pub's dance floors to Marigny neighborhood joints and Bywater pool parties.

Best Gay Bars & Clubs in Palm Springs (2026)

The best LGBTQ+ bars and clubs in Palm Springs, from Chill Bar's karaoke to Toucan's legendary drag, Tool Shed's leather scene, and Oscar's bitchiest brunch.

Best Gay Bars & Clubs in Sacramento 2026

Every LGBTQ+ bar worth knowing in Sacramento, from the 40-year legacy of Faces Nightclub to Radclyffe's craft cocktails and The Bolt's leather scene.

Best Gay Bars & Clubs in Austin 2026: The Complete Nightlife Guide

From the 4th Street gayborhood to Red River's queer music scene, here's every LGBTQ+ bar and club you need to know in Austin.

Best Gay Bars & Clubs in Dallas 2026: The Complete Guide

The best LGBTQ+ bars in Dallas — from Round-Up Saloon's legendary dance floor to The Rose Room's world-class drag, Sue Ellen's sapphic energy, and every bar on Cedar Springs worth knowing.

Best Gay Bars & Clubs in Los Angeles 2026

The best gay bars and clubs in Los Angeles — from WeHo's legendary strip to Silver Lake's indie scene, DTLA's Latinx drag bars, and Long Beach's Gay Corridor.

Best Gay Bars & Clubs in Miami 2026

Your complete guide to LGBTQ+ nightlife in Miami — 9 bars and clubs across South Beach, Wynwood, and Downtown, plus the best drag brunch, a cheat sheet, and tips.

Best Gay Bars & Clubs in Philadelphia (2026)

The best LGBTQ+ bars in Philadelphia, from Woody's legendary dance floor to brand-new lesbian bars and the Gayborhood's coziest piano bars.

Best Gay Bars & Clubs in Pittsburgh (2026)

The best LGBTQ+ bars in Pittsburgh, from 5801's drag brunch to Hot Mass afterhours, Blue Moon on Butler Street, and Harold's Haunt — the city's They-Bar.

Best Gay Bars & Clubs in Portland 2026: Top 10 + Honorable Mentions

From the legendary Darcelle XV drag cabaret to Portland's newest queer lounges, here are the 10 best LGBTQ+ bars in Portland.

Best Gay Bars & Clubs in Provincetown 2026

Every LGBTQ+ bar worth knowing in Provincetown — from the legendary Tea Dance and A-House to late-night dance floors, craft cocktails, and cabaret.

Best Gay Bars & Clubs in San Diego 2026

The 12 best LGBTQ+ bars in San Diego, from Rich's dance floor to Gossip Grill's sapphic energy and San Diego Eagle's leather nights.

Best Gay Bars & Clubs in San Francisco (2026)

The best LGBTQ+ bars in San Francisco, from Twin Peaks Tavern's historic windows to SoMa's leather scene and the Mission's queer dive bars.

Best Gay Bars & Clubs in St. Petersburg FL (2026)

The best LGBTQ+ bars in St. Petersburg FL, from Cocktail St Pete's flagship energy to Alphabet Soup's Gulfport charm and the Grand Central District's full nightlife strip.

15 Best Gay Bars & Clubs in Washington D.C. (2026)

Every gay bar worth knowing in D.C., from JR's 40-year legacy on 17th Street to Logan Circle's buzzy cocktail lounges, a legendary lesbian bar, and the city's only Black-owned LGBTQ+ club.

Best Gay Bars & Clubs in Fort Lauderdale & Wilton Manors 2026

The 15 best LGBTQ+ bars in Fort Lauderdale and Wilton Manors — Georgie's Alibi, Hunters, The Manor, Eagle, Ramrod, and every spot on The Drive you need to know.

Top 15 Gay Bars & Clubs in New York City (2026)

From the legendary Stonewall Inn to Brooklyn's warehouse scene, here are the 15 best LGBTQ+ bars and clubs in New York City.

Top 12 Best Gay Bars & Clubs in Seattle 2026

From one of the last lesbian bars in America to underground electronic clubs, here are the 12 best LGBTQ+ bars in Seattle.

Top 16 Gay Bars in Northalsted, Chicago (2026)

Every gay bar worth knowing on Chicago's iconic Northalsted strip, from Sidetrack's sing-alongs to Cell Block's leather nights.

Best Gay Bars & Clubs on Fire Island 2026: Cherry Grove & The Pines

Every gay bar, club, and nightlife venue on Fire Island — from the legendary Ice Palace to the Pavilion's dance floor. Cherry Grove and the Pines, covered.

Gay Events in Denver This Weekend: May 1-3, 2026

Gay Events in Atlanta This Weekend: May 1-3, 2026

Gay Events in Chicago This Weekend: May 1-3, 2026

46 LGBTQ+ events happening across Chicago this weekend, from drag brunches to dance parties to bar crawls.

Gay Events in Twin Cities This Weekend: May 1-3, 2026

Out × Out Weekly: This Week In Gay Life

RuPaul's All Stars 11 cast revealed, Lady Gaga and Doechii drop the gayest video of the year, Tribeca preps its queerest lineup ever, Provincetown CabaretFest takes the Cape.

Best Gay Bars & Clubs in Milwaukee 2026

Your complete guide to LGBTQ+ nightlife in Milwaukee — every bar on the Fruit Loop, drag shows, lesbian bars, and queer-friendly spots.

Best Gay Bars & Clubs in Atlanta (2026)

Every LGBTQ+ bar worth knowing in Atlanta, from Blake's patio views to Lore's Edgewood dance floor and Mary's legendary karaoke.

Best Gay Bars & Clubs in Denver (2026)

Every gay bar worth knowing in Denver, from Tracks' massive dance floor to Capitol Hill's Colfax strip, leather bars, and the city's new sapphic scene.

Top 10 Gay Bars & Clubs in the Twin Cities (2026)

The 10 best LGBTQ+ bars in the Twin Cities, from The Saloon's dance floor to 19 Bar's 70-year legacy and St. Paul's cabaret scene.

Top 10 LGBTQ+ Bars Beyond Boystown in Chicago (2026)

Chicago's queer nightlife doesn't stop at Halsted Street. Here are the 10 best LGBTQ+ bars beyond Boystown.