13 gay venues · 42 gay-friendly venues · 485 upcoming events
St. Paul is the quieter half of the Twin Cities but holds its own with a proud LGBTQ+ community, strong queer organizations, and a welcoming atmosphere across neighborhoods like Cathedral Hill and Lowertown. Together with Minneapolis, the Twin Cities form one of the most gay-friendly metros in the Midwest.
Signature Annual Events
Thu, Aug 13
11 PM - 2 AM
The Saloon, Minneapolis
DJ Larry Peace spins late every Thursday at The Saloon in downtown Minneapolis, 11pm-2am - late-night dancing after the Werk talent contest.
Weekly
Fri, Aug 14
4 PM - 8 PM
Queermunity, Minneapolis
Crafting and board game night at Queermunity — supplies and a free board-game library provided, or bring your own. Free to attend.
Weekly
Fri, Aug 14
5 PM - 8 PM
Eagle|MPLS, Minneapolis
MN Dodgeball player check-in party, Friday August 14 at Eagle MPLS, the leather and Levi bar in Minneapolis.
Fri, Aug 14
5 PM - 8 PM
Eagle|MPLS, Minneapolis
Friday patio party at Eagle|MPLS in Minneapolis. Kick off the weekend with drinks and DJ J.BBY on the patio.
Weekly
Fri, Aug 14
6 PM - 8 PM
Black Hart of Saint Paul, St. Paul
Weekly Friday happy hour BINGO at Black Hart in St. Paul. Play for prizes, enjoy drink specials, support Aliveness Project. Queer community welcome.
Weekly
Fri, Aug 14
7 PM - 8:30 PM
Roxy’s Cabaret, Minneapolis
Friday Night Spotlight at Roxy's Cabaret Minneapolis: a live drag tribute to Whitney Houston and Friends this Friday at 7pm downtown.
WeeklyMinneapolis, Minnesota
830 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403, United States
Minneapolis, Minnesota
515 Washington Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55415, United States
Minneapolis, Minnesota
205 E Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55414, United States
Minneapolis, Minnesota
990 Central Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413, United States
Minneapolis, Minnesota
19 W 15th St, Minneapolis, MN 55403, United States
St. Paul, Minnesota
1415 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55104, United States
St. Paul, Minnesota
490 Robert St N, St Paul, MN 55101, United States
Minneapolis, Minnesota
408 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55401, United States
Minneapolis, Minnesota
3036 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55408, United States
Minneapolis, Minnesota
114 E Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55414, United States
Minneapolis, Minnesota
2125 E Hennepin Ave Suite 205, Minneapolis, MN 55413
Minneapolis, Minnesota
422 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55401, United States
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