9 gay venues · 27 gay-friendly venues · 157 upcoming events
Austin is one of the most gay-friendly cities in the South, with a fiercely independent queer community that fits right into the city's "Keep Austin Weird" ethos. From the vibrant Fourth Street district to a thriving drag scene, live music, and progressive politics, the Texas capital is a major LGBTQ+ destination.
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Thu, Nov 5
10 PM - 2 AM
Oilcan Harry’s, Austin
The T*TTY Tournament open drag stage at Oilcan Harry's, Austin: Thursdays, 10pm.
WeeklyFri, Nov 6
7 PM - 8 PM
Maggie Mae's, Austin
Diva Royale drag show at Maggie Mae's, East 6th St, Austin: Fridays and Saturdays, show 7pm, 21+.
WeeklySat, Nov 7
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Ovenbird, Austin
Drag Brunch on SOCO at Ovenbird, South Congress: 1st and 3rd Saturdays, show 11:30am–1:30pm.
Sat, Nov 7
12 PM - 3 PM
Wanderlust Wine Co. Shady Lane, Austin
Drag brunch at Wanderlust Wine Co., Shady Lane, Austin: Saturdays, doors noon, show 1pm, $25 + fees, 21+.
WeeklySat, Nov 7
1 PM - 4 PM
Coconut Club, Austin
Coco Cxnts Drag Brunch on the Coconut Club rooftop, Austin: Saturdays, doors 1pm, show 2pm, free, 21+.
WeeklySat, Nov 7
7 PM - 9 PM
Barrel O' Fun, Austin
The Drag Queen Game Show at Barrel O' Fun, Mueller, Austin: Saturdays 7–9pm, free, 21+.
Weekly
Austin, Texas
211 W 4th St, Austin, TX 78701, United States
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217 W 4th St, Austin, TX 78701, United States
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310B Colorado St, Austin, TX 78701
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900 Red River St, Austin, TX 78701, United States
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404 Colorado St, Austin, TX 78701, United States
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2008 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704, United States
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301 W 6th St, Austin, TX 78701, United States
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1902 E 12th St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
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8201 Cross Park Dr Ste B2, Austin, TX 78754, United States
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1500 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78702
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1911 Aldrich St #120, Austin, TX 78723
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323 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78701
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