Part of the Gay Denver Guide — bars, events & things to do.

Saturday, August 15, 2026
Afterglow lights up both floors of X Bar from 10pm with a stacked cast — Ross, Markie Arendelle, Lixx, Anthony Allie, and Michael Hades — running late into the Saturday night.
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Fri, Aug 7
9 PM - 2 AM
X BAR, Denver
Weekly Friday night dance party at X BAR on Capitol Hill. High-energy DJ sets, mixed crowd, and easy access to Denver's gay venues on Colfax.
Weekly
Sat, Aug 8
9 PM - 11 PM
X BAR, Denver
Monthly drag show at X BAR Denver hosted by Mia Staxxx. 21+, free cover before 9pm, show starts 10:30pm every Saturday.
Monthly
Sun, Aug 9
4 PM - 8 PM
X BAR, Denver
Unlimited draft beer for $15 every Sunday at X Bar Denver. Laid-back gay bar with multiple levels, outdoor patio, and community fundraisers.
Weekly
Sun, Aug 9
8 PM - 2 AM
X BAR, Denver
Weekly gay dance party with drag, DJs, and rotating performers every Sunday at X Bar in Denver. High-energy nightlife to close out your weekend.
Weekly
Mon, Aug 10
9 PM - 2 AM
X BAR, Denver
Sin & Sing is X Bar's weekly Monday night karaoke and performance event in Capitol Hill. High-energy entertainment for a mixed crowd.
Weekly
Tue, Aug 11
9 PM - 2 AM
X BAR, Denver
Weekly gay karaoke night in Denver with 50% off tequila. All skill levels welcome. Hosted by Zarah every Tuesday at X BAR.
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