15 gay venues · 15 gay-friendly venues · 41 upcoming events
Denver has quietly become one of the most welcoming LGBTQ+ cities in the West, with a growing queer community centered around the vibrant Broadway and Colfax corridors. With stunning mountain scenery, a laid-back vibe, and a strong sense of community, the Mile High City is a rising queer destination.
Signature Annual Events

Tue, Sep 15
9 PM - 2 AM
X BAR, Denver
Weekly karaoke night in Capitol Hill with high energy, killer sound system, and late-night food. Belt out hits with friends at X Bar on Colfax.
Weekly
Tue, Sep 15
9:30 PM - 2 AM
Charlie's Denver, Denver
Weekly Tuesday karaoke at Charlie's Denver with DJ Miggy and Venus Anne Sexton. 2-4-1 drinks all night at Denver's country-western gay bar.
Weekly
Wed, Sep 16
5 PM - 2 AM
Charlie's Denver, Denver
Weekly Wednesday happy hour for airline workers at Charlie's Denver gay bar. Penny drinks with valid ID, live performances, and dancing under the disco ball.
Weekly
Wed, Sep 16
6 PM - 8 PM
Charlie's Denver, Denver
Weekly Wednesday pool tournament at Charlie's Denver gay bar. $5 buy-in 1v1 competition, drink specials 7pm+, mixed crowd of bears, bikers, drag performers.
Weekly
Wed, Sep 16
6 PM - 10 PM
X BAR, Denver
Watch the RHOSLC season 7 premiere with Reality House Denver at X Bar on Colfax — commercial-break commentary, drag performances, themed cocktails and a free champagne toast. No cover, 21+.

Wed, Sep 16
7 PM - 9 PM
Hamburger Mary's Denver, Denver
Weekly Wednesday drag bingo at Hamburger Mary's Denver. Camp, comedy, performances, and plenty of laughs in a welcoming gay bar scene.
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