Gay Bars & Clubs in Raleigh, North Carolina
Raleigh's LGBTQ+ venues are found in the Warehouse District, Glenwood South, and downtown, with gay bars, queer-friendly restaurants, and nightlife across the city. Explore gay-friendly spots in Raleigh.
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Flex
Self-described 'gay/straight/whatever' bar with karaoke, drag, leather, and bear nights.
Downtown Raleigh · $$
Arcana Bar and Lounge
North Carolina's only lesbian bar and cocktail lounge in downtown Durham
Downtown Durham · $$
Legends Nightclub
Raleigh's anchor LGBTQ+ nightclub in the Warehouse District since 1991.
Warehouse District · $$
Club Era
Durham's first dedicated LGBTQ+ nightclub in decades, opened June 2024
Downtown Durham · $$
The Green Monkey
LGBTQ+ friendly shop and hangout spot in downtown Raleigh
Downtown Raleigh · $$
GRUB Durham
Queer co-owned Southern comfort spot in a converted gas station with a rooftop bar.
Pauli Murray District · $$
The Wicked Witch
Quirky LGBTQ+ bar with drag shows, karaoke, and themed nights
Downtown Raleigh · $$
The Hippo
LGBTQ+ dance bar with drag shows and themed events
Downtown Raleigh · $$
The Velvet Hippo Bar & Lounge
Third-floor cocktail lounge in Durham with drag shows, karaoke, and an inclusive crowd.
Downtown Durham · $$
Beer Tooth Taproom
36 rotating craft taps, dog-friendly patio, and a welcoming south Durham crowd.
South Durham · $
Gizmo Brew Works - Brewery & Taproom
Gay-friendly craft brewery with rotating taps and regular events
North Raleigh · $$
Pinhook
Downtown Durham's indie music bar — cheap drinks, live sets, and a welcoming crowd.
Downtown Durham · $
Poole's
Celebrated seasonal comfort food by Chef Ashley Christensen
Downtown Raleigh · $$$
Queeny's
Durham's LGBTQ+ bar for drag nights, karaoke, and community-first celebrations.
Downtown Durham · $$
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