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San Diego offers a welcoming LGBTQ+ community with a laid-back SoCal vibe, anchored by the colorful Hillcrest neighborhood — one of the most established gayborhoods on the West Coast. With year-round sunshine, a legendary Pride festival, and a growing queer scene, America's Finest City lives up to its name.
Signature Annual Events
Thu, Oct 29
6 PM - 9 PM
Urban MO's Bar & Grill, San Diego
Thu, Oct 29
6 PM - 9 PM
The Brass Rail, San Diego
Karaoke with Spencer every Thursday night at The Brass Rail in Hillcrest, San Diego — open-mic karaoke with host Spencer at the historic 1934 LGBTQ+ bar, 6pm to 9pm, no cover.
Weekly
Thu, Oct 29
7 PM - 9 PM
Lips Restaurant, San Diego
The Divas! at Lips Restaurant in San Diego's North Park is a Thursday-night drag show with a 7pm seating; reservations required.
Weekly
Thu, Oct 29
7 PM - 9 PM
Redwing Bar & Grill, San Diego
Free Trivia at Redwing Bar & Grill in San Diego's North Park runs every Thursday from 7pm to 9pm, with karaoke picking up right after.
Weekly
Thu, Oct 29
8 PM - 10 PM
Cheers, San Diego
Trivia Night with Estevan at Cheers in San Diego's University Heights runs every Thursday 8-10pm, hosted by Estevan Ramirez, with drink specials for the neighborhood crowd.
Weekly
Thu, Oct 29
8 PM - 11 PM
Gossip Grill, San Diego
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1017 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103, United States
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1051 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103, United States
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308 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103, United States
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3845 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92103, United States
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2046 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104, United States
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3040 N Park Way, San Diego, CA 92104, United States
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3796 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92103, United States
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2028 Hancock St, San Diego, CA 92110, United States
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3610 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92103, United States
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1642 University Ave #100, San Diego, CA 92103, United States
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1403 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103, United States
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1421 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103, United States
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