30 gay venues · 17 gay-friendly venues · 158 upcoming events
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

Mon, Sep 14
5 PM - 11 PM
Urban MO's Bar & Grill, San Diego
Gayme Night at Urban MO's Bar & Grill in San Diego's Hillcrest runs every Monday from 5pm to 11pm, filling the patio with video games, board games, cards, darts, ping pong and giant Jenga, plus all-day happy hour and dinner specials.
Weekly
Mon, Sep 14
7 PM - 9 PM
Redwing Bar & Grill, San Diego
Karaoke at Redwing Bar & Grill in San Diego's North Park runs six nights a week, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, with the mic open at 7pm.
Weekly
Mon, Sep 14
8 PM - 10 PM
Cheers, San Diego
Karaoke Night at Cheers in San Diego's University Heights runs twice a week, Monday and Wednesday from 8-10pm, with KJs Ed and Katie hosting the mic at this laid-back neighborhood bar with drink specials.
Weekly
Tue, Sep 15
7 PM - 11 PM
Gossip Grill, San Diego
Karaoke with Joey Adams at Gossip Grill in San Diego's Hillcrest runs every Tuesday from 7pm to 11pm. Weekly karaoke hosted by Joey Adams at the Hillcrest women's bar.
Weekly
Tue, Sep 15
7 PM - 9 PM
Redwing Bar & Grill, San Diego
Karaoke at Redwing Bar & Grill in San Diego's North Park runs six nights a week, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, with the mic open at 7pm.
Weekly
Wed, Sep 16
6 PM - 9 PM
Gossip Grill, San Diego
Bingo Gone Bonkers at Gossip Grill in San Diego's Hillcrest runs every Wednesday from 6pm to 9pm. A weekly rowdy bingo night with prizes on the line over dinner.
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