LGBTQ+ Friendly Places

Beach

12th Street Beach Miami

Miami Beach, FL

Miami Beach's iconic gay beach section marked by a rainbow flag near 12th Street and Ocean Drive. Sun loungers and umbrellas are available to rent and the nearby bars and restaurants are easy walking distance. One of the most recognizable gay beach spots in America.

Community Center

Affirmations LGBTQ Community Center

Ferndale, MI

Michigan's oldest and largest LGBTQ community center located in Ferndale just north of Detroit. Affirmations offers support groups counseling sexual health services and community events. It serves as a hub for the entire Southeast Michigan LGBTQ community.

Community Center

AIDS Healthcare Foundation

Los Angeles, CA

The largest HIV AIDS service organization in the United States with clinics and services in dozens of cities nationwide. AHF provides healthcare advocacy and HIV prevention services and has been at the forefront of the fight against AIDS and for the rights of people living with HIV for decades.

Bar / Nightclub

Akbar

Los Angeles, CA

A Silver Lake neighborhood staple with a hipster and queer crowd that has been showing up for years. Akbar is unpretentious with good drinks solid DJs and a crowd that skews creative and artsy. One of those rare bars where you can actually have a conversation.

Neighborhood / District

Albuquerque LGBTQ Community

Albuquerque, NM

Albuquerque New Mexico has a welcoming LGBTQ community centered on the Nob Hill and Central Avenue areas. New Mexico has strong LGBTQ legal protections and the city's queer community is active visible and proud. A good destination for visitors looking for a less crowded alternative to the biggest gay destinations.

Bar / Nightclub

Angels Bar Billings

Billings, MT

A Billings Montana gay bar that serves the LGBTQ community in the northern plains. Angels has been a welcoming space in a state where LGBTQ communities are smaller and more geographically spread out. The bar draws people from across a wide region for community connection.

Bar / Nightclub

Annex Cincinnati

Cincinnati, OH

A popular Cincinnati gay bar and nightclub with regular drag shows and themed events. The Annex has become an important part of the Cincinnati gay scene drawing a diverse crowd from the city and surrounding region for community events and weekend entertainment.

Drag Show and Bars

Aquaplex Fort Lauderdale

Wilton Manors, FL

Formerly known as Lips Fort Lauderdale and now operating as Aquaplex this is Fort Lauderdale's premier drag dinner show venue. Florida's top drag queens perform Vegas-style shows nightly on stage while guests enjoy dinner and cocktails. Located in Wilton Manors and drawing packed crowds from across South Florida for special occasions and regular nights out. One of the most polished drag entertainment experiences in the state.

Neighborhood / District

Arenas Road Palm Springs

Palm Springs, CA

Palm Springs' gay nightlife and entertainment strip centered on East Arenas Road and the surrounding blocks. Toucans Tiki Lounge Hunter's Video Bar Quadz Video Bar and a growing number of restaurants cafes and shops line this strip. The area transforms into an outdoor party during special events and Pride weekends with the warm desert air making outdoor socializing possible almost year-round. The center of social life for Palm Springs' large permanent LGBTQ community.

Park / Hiking

Arizona Gay Rodeo

Phoenix, AZ

The Arizona Gay Rodeo Association is one of the oldest and largest gay rodeo organizations in the country. The annual rodeo event draws participants and spectators from across the Southwest for a weekend of rodeo competition country dancing and community celebration. Gay rodeo is a unique and important part of LGBTQ culture in western states and the Arizona event is one of the most celebrated on the circuit.

Campgrounds

Arrowhead Ranch Arizona

Hereford, AZ

A men-only clothing-optional ranch and campground in the Arizona desert offering a unique combination of Western ranch atmosphere and gay community resort experience. Set against stunning desert mountain scenery Arrowhead Ranch draws a loyal crowd of men who appreciate the combination of natural beauty outdoor activities and a genuinely welcoming community of like-minded guests.

Beach

Asbury Park Beach

Asbury Park, NJ

The Asbury Park beachfront has become one of the East Coast's most popular LGBTQ destinations. The city's long history with the gay community and its growing number of queer-owned businesses make it a welcoming place year-round. The beach boardwalk area has a great energy especially during summer weekends.

Bar / Nightclub

Atlantic House Provincetown

Provincetown, MA

One of Provincetown's most famous and historic gay bars known locally as the A-House. The Atlantic House has been a center of Provincetown nightlife since the 1920s with a leather bar upstairs and a dance bar downstairs. A true piece of LGBTQ history that is still very much alive.

Neighborhood / District

Austin 4th Street Gay District

Austin, TX

West 4th Street in Austin Texas is the heart of the city's LGBTQ nightlife scene. Several popular gay bars restaurants and clubs line this stretch of street in downtown Austin. The area draws a big crowd on weekend nights and is a welcoming and energetic hub for Austin's queer community.

Bar / Nightclub

Axis Nightclub Columbus

Columbus, OH

Columbus Ohio's largest gay nightclub with multiple floors themed rooms and regular drag shows and dance events. Axis is the premier destination for big nights out in the Columbus LGBTQ community and draws crowds from across central Ohio.

Bar / Nightclub

Badlands Portland

Portland, OR

Popular LGBTQ+ nightclub in downtown Portland known for drag shows, dancing, themed nights, and a welcoming crowd.

Bar / Nightclub

Badlands Sacramento

Sacramento, CA

A popular gay nightclub in Sacramento with a large dance floor and regular drag shows and themed events. Badlands draws a big crowd on weekends and has been a central part of Sacramento's gay nightlife scene for a long time.

Restaurant / Cafe

Baja Betty's San Diego

San Diego, CA

A popular LGBTQ-friendly Mexican restaurant in San Diego's Hillcrest neighborhood known for its strong margaritas and welcoming patio. A neighborhood staple where the queer community gathers for happy hour and weekend brunches in a reliably fun and friendly atmosphere.

Beach

Baker Beach North

San Francisco, CA

The northern end of Baker Beach near the Golden Gate Bridge is San Francisco's most famous clothing-optional and gay-friendly section. The views of the bridge are spectacular and the naturist community that gathers here has been doing so for many years. Arrive early as parking is limited.

Park / Hiking

Balboa Park San Diego

San Diego, CA

San Diego's massive urban park is home to numerous museums cultural institutions and gardens and has a strong connection to the city's LGBTQ community. The park hosts San Diego Pride each summer and the grounds are a popular gathering space for the queer community year-round.

Bar / Nightclub

Bar Gaythering Miami

Miami Beach, FL

A popular gay hotel bar in Miami Beach known for its lively happy hours and a genuinely welcoming atmosphere. Bar Gaythering is in the heart of the South Beach LGBTQ area and draws both hotel guests and locals looking for a reliable and fun neighborhood bar.

Drag Show and Bars

Baton Show Lounge Chicago

Chicago, IL

A Chicago drag institution founded in 1969 and now located in the Uptown neighborhood on North Broadway. The Baton Show Lounge is home to the Miss Continental pageant one of the most prestigious drag competitions in the country. The performers at the Baton are considered some of the finest gender illusionists in the world and the shows are elaborate polished and genuinely spectacular. One of the longest continuously operating drag clubs in the United States.

Bar / Nightclub

Beaux

San Francisco, CA

A Castro bar and nightclub known for themed events go-go dancers and a young energetic crowd. It gets packed on weekends and the dance floor stays busy until closing. A good place to start or end a night out in the Castro with a crowd that is always in a celebratory mood.

Bar / Nightclub

Berlin Nightclub

Chicago, IL

One of Chicago's most enduring gay clubs with over 40 years of history. Berlin is known for its eclectic music policy dark interior and a crowd that celebrates everyone. It plays everything from new wave to house and the dance floor stays packed until early morning.

Bar / Nightclub

Bike Stop Philadelphia

Philadelphia, PA

A multi-level leather and bear bar in Philadelphia's Gayborhood that has been a community institution for decades. The Bike Stop is a genuine leather bar with a strong sense of identity and a crowd that knows what it wants. An important part of Philadelphia's diverse queer nightlife scene.

Bar / Nightclub

Blake's on the Park Atlanta

Atlanta, GA

A Midtown Atlanta institution on Piedmont Park known for its rooftop views of the park and city skyline. Blake's draws a mixed crowd and is popular for happy hour as well as late night dancing. The rooftop bar is one of the best spots in Atlanta on a clear evening.

Restaurant / Cafe

Blue Moon Restaurant Rehoboth

Rehoboth Beach, DE

A longtime Rehoboth Beach restaurant with a strong LGBTQ clientele and a reputation for excellent food. The Blue Moon has been a community gathering place in this beach town for decades and is a reliably good dinner option whether you are visiting for the day or the whole summer.

Bar / Nightclub

Boot Camp Bar Minneapolis

Minneapolis, MN

A Minneapolis leather bar that draws a community focused crowd and hosts regular events for the leather and bear communities. An important part of the diverse LGBTQ nightlife scene in Minneapolis serving a community that has fewer dedicated spaces in many cities.

Neighborhood / District

Boystown Neighborhood

Chicago, IL

Chicago's famous LGBTQ neighborhood centered on North Halsted Street. The rainbow pylons that line the street have become iconic symbols of the community. Packed with gay bars restaurants shops and community organizations Boystown has been a safe haven for Chicago's queer residents for generations.

Restaurant / Cafe

Brenda's French Soul Food San Francisco

San Francisco, CA

A San Francisco restaurant known for its amazing brunch and deeply welcoming atmosphere. Located near the Tenderloin it draws a diverse community crowd and is considered one of the city's great equalizing restaurants where all kinds of people share tables and conversations.

Bar / Nightclub

Brix Bar Omaha

Omaha, NE

A popular Omaha gay bar with a welcoming atmosphere and regular drag shows and community events. Brix draws a loyal crowd from the Omaha LGBTQ community and has become an important social hub in a city where queer spaces are valued for their community role.

Bar / Nightclub

Cactus Club Milwaukee

Milwaukee, WI

A Milwaukee gay bar with a fun and welcoming atmosphere that draws a diverse community crowd. Cactus Club has been part of Milwaukee's LGBTQ nightlife scene for years and is known for hosting a variety of events that bring different parts of the community together.

Restaurant / Cafe

Cafe Flore San Francisco

San Francisco, CA

A Castro District San Francisco institution that has been a neighborhood gathering spot since 1973. Cafe Flore is an outdoor cafe and restaurant where the Castro community has always come to see and be seen. The patio is especially popular on sunny afternoons and the coffee is excellent.

Restaurant / Cafe

Cafe Lafitte In Exile

New Orleans, LA

The oldest continuously operating gay bar in the United States having opened in 1933. Cafe Lafitte In Exile has been on Bourbon Street through everything and remains a beloved institution. The balcony overlooking Bourbon Street is perfect for watching Mardi Gras parades and everyday French Quarter life.

Park / Hiking

Cal Anderson Park Seattle

Seattle, WA

A central Capitol Hill park in Seattle that serves as the social heart of one of the most LGBTQ-friendly neighborhoods in the country. Events protests and community gatherings happen here regularly and on a sunny day the park fills with the diverse and welcoming Capitol Hill community.

Clothing Optional Resorts

Caliente Caribe Orlando

Orlando, FL

A gay men's nudist and clothing-optional resort near Orlando Florida offering a tropical atmosphere with pools hot tubs and social spaces in a discreet and welcoming environment. Caliente Caribe draws visitors from across Florida and beyond for a resort experience that combines the warmth of Central Florida with a fully clothing-optional gay men's community environment.

Community Center

Callen-Lorde Community Health Center

New York, NY

A New York City health center that has been providing sensitive and affordable care to LGBTQ people and those affected by HIV/AIDS since 1983. Primary care mental health transgender health services and more are available regardless of ability to pay. A landmark institution in community health.

Campgrounds

Camp Boomerang Pennsylvania

Laceyville, PA

An LGBTQ campground in Pennsylvania drawing visitors from the mid-Atlantic region for outdoor community experiences. Camp Boomerang hosts themed weekends and community events throughout the camping season in a welcoming and well-maintained natural environment. A solid option for queer campers who want an outdoor experience with a genuine sense of LGBTQ community.

Campgrounds

Camp Out Mt Nebo Poconos

East Stroudsburg, PA

An adults-only LGBTQ campground in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania for guests 21 and over. Camp Out Mt Nebo features a nightclub pool and hot tub lounge and recreational sports areas in addition to RV and tent sites cabins and rustic cottages. RV sites offer both 30-amp electric and full hookup options. A full social calendar of themed weekends and events keeps the community connected throughout the season. One of the most comprehensive LGBTQ camp resorts on the East Coast.

Community Center

CAMP Rehoboth

Rehoboth Beach, DE

A community center in Rehoboth Beach Delaware that has been an anchor of the beach town's LGBTQ community since 1991. CAMP Rehoboth organizes events year-round including its famous block party and provides resources social programming and advocacy for the Delaware LGBTQ community.

Clothing Optional Resorts

Casa Oliver Palm Springs

Palm Springs, CA

Under new ownership since 2024 Casa Oliver formerly All Worlds Resort has been reimagined as a vibrant haven for gay men in Palm Springs. Located at 535 South Warm Sands Drive just one mile from the airport and a short walk to Arenas Road. Features clothing-optional pools hot tubs and Oliver's Den an indoor heated maze. Air conditioning complimentary coffee and breakfast free Wi-Fi and a full lounge make this a comfortable base for exploring Palm Springs.

Bar / Nightclub

CC Slaughters Portland

Portland, OR

A Portland gay bar and nightclub that has been one of the city's most popular queer venues for decades. CC Slaughters is known for its dance floor drag shows and a welcoming atmosphere that reflects Portland's progressive and inclusive character. One of those bars that always has something going on.

Neighborhood / District

Cedar Springs Dallas

Dallas, TX

Cedar Springs Road is the main LGBTQ street in Dallas Texas and one of the most active gay strips in the South. Lined with bars restaurants clubs and community spaces it has been the heart of Dallas gay life for decades and draws a large and diverse crowd every weekend.

Community Center

Center on Halsted

Chicago, IL

The Midwest's largest LGBTQ community center located in the heart of Chicago's Boystown neighborhood. Center on Halsted offers social services youth programs senior programs community events and a popular rooftop garden. It is a true hub for the Chicago LGBTQ community.

Community Center

CenterLink

Fort Lauderdale, FL

The national organization supporting and strengthening LGBTQ community centers across the country. CenterLink connects member centers shares resources and advocates for the community center model as a critical infrastructure for LGBTQ communities everywhere.

Bookstore

Charis Books and More Atlanta

Atlanta, GA

The South's oldest feminist bookstore in Atlanta with a strong commitment to LGBTQ literature and community. Charis has been a gathering place and literary resource for Atlanta's queer feminist community since 1974 and continues to host events readings and programming.

Bar / Nightclub

Charlie's Denver

Denver, CO

A country western gay bar in Denver that has been serving the community for decades. Two-step lessons dance floors and a crowd that mixes long-time cowboys and boots-and-jeans newcomers. One of those bars where the energy is always warm and the doors are always open to everyone.

Bar / Nightclub

Charlie's Phoenix

Phoenix, AZ

Phoenix's country western gay bar that has been a community institution for years. Charlie's hosts two-step nights and country themed events and draws a crowd of boot-wearing regulars who love a good dance floor. One of those bars with a very specific and loyal community.

Bar / Nightclub

Charlie's Tucson

Tucson, AZ

A country western gay bar in Tucson Arizona that has been a community institution for decades. Charlie's hosts two-step lessons and country themed nights with a crowd that loves line dancing and a friendly community atmosphere. A beloved institution in the southern Arizona LGBTQ scene.

Bar / Nightclub

Cheer Up Charlies

Austin, TX

A beloved queer-friendly bar and music venue in Austin known for its inclusive vibe live music and drag performances. Located on Red River Street in the heart of the nightlife district it draws a creative artsy and genuinely welcoming crowd. One of Austin's most loved spots.

Beach

Cherry Grove Beach

Fire Island, NY

Part of the legendary Fire Island beach scene in New York. Cherry Grove has been an LGBTQ gathering place since the 1940s and is one of the oldest gay resort communities in the country. The beach is beautiful the community is close-knit and the summer parties are legendary.

Beach

Chicagoland Gay Beach

Chicago, IL

The Belmont Rocks area along the Lake Michigan shoreline near Chicago's Boystown neighborhood has been an informal gathering place for Chicago's gay community for decades. The lakefront location is beautiful and the crowd is welcoming and diverse.

Bar / Nightclub

Club 5 Milwaukee

Milwaukee, WI

Milwaukee's largest gay nightclub with multiple floors themed rooms and entertainment that keeps a large crowd entertained all weekend long. Club 5 has been a community institution and its scale and variety of entertainment make it the go-to for big nights out in Milwaukee.

Gay Saunas and Bathhouses

Club Baths New Orleans

New Orleans, LA

A New Orleans gay men's social club and bathhouse located in the French Quarter area. Part of the tradition of gay bathhouses in one of America's most LGBTQ-friendly cities Club Baths New Orleans draws a loyal crowd from the local community and the many visitors who come to the city year-round. Open 24 hours in a city that famously never sleeps.

Gay Saunas and Bathhouses

Club Body Center Denver

Denver, CO

Denver's established gay men's social club and bathhouse serving the Colorado LGBTQ community for many years. Located in central Denver with easy access from the Capitol Hill and Cheesman Park neighborhoods Club Body Center offers steam room sauna private rooms and social areas. A welcoming community resource for gay and bisexual men in the Denver area.

Gay Saunas and Bathhouses

Club Body Center Washington DC

Washington, DC

A Washington DC gay men's social club and spa located in a central area convenient to the Dupont Circle neighborhood. Club Body Center DC has been part of the DC gay community for many years offering steam room sauna private rooms and social spaces in a welcoming environment. Open 24 hours and drawing a loyal community of local members and out-of-town visitors.

Bar / Nightclub

Club Cafe Boston

Boston, MA

A South End Boston gay bar and restaurant that has been a community gathering place since 1983. Club Cafe is known for its cabaret shows piano bar nights and excellent drag performers. It draws a sophisticated crowd and is one of Boston's most beloved gay institutions.

Gay Saunas and Bathhouses

Club Dallas

Dallas, TX

Located on Swiss Avenue steps from the Dart light rail station Club Dallas is one of the most complete gay men's clubs in Texas. The facility includes a heated outdoor pool a Cowboy-themed whirlpool steam room dry sauna sunning areas and private rooms. The place is known for being immaculately maintained and the staff is genuinely welcoming. Part of the Club Saunas network with reciprocal membership across locations.

Gay Saunas and Bathhouses

Club Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Fort Lauderdale's premier gay men's health club and spa located in the heart of the city's LGBTQ district. Club Fort Lauderdale features an outdoor pool sun deck steam room sauna whirlpool private rooms and a full range of social spaces. The outdoor pool area is particularly popular and the warm South Florida climate makes this feel like a genuine resort experience. Open 24 hours with membership and day pass options.

Gay Saunas and Bathhouses

Club Houston

Houston, TX

Part of The Club franchise and one of the most comprehensive gay bathhouses in the South. Club Houston is located in the city's Midtown area and has been completely renovated in recent years. Amenities include a fitness center steam room whirlpool dry sauna outdoor heated pool sun deck and maze. Private rooms from standard to VIP are available. Open 24 hours and a one-time membership gets you in at member rates every visit.

Gay Saunas and Bathhouses

Club Phoenix

Phoenix, AZ

A Phoenix gay men's social club and spa that has been part of the city's LGBTQ community for many years. Club Phoenix offers steam room sauna private rooms and social facilities in a welcoming environment for gay and bisexual men. Located in the Phoenix metro area and drawing a loyal community of local members and out-of-town visitors.

Gay Saunas and Bathhouses

Club San Francisco Spa

San Francisco, CA

One of San Francisco's most established gay men's social clubs and bathhouses located in the SoMa neighborhood. Club San Francisco offers a full range of facilities including steam room sauna hot tub and private rooms in a welcoming and well-maintained environment. The SoMa location puts it close to the city's leather and nightlife district and it draws a diverse crowd from the broader San Francisco gay community.

Bar / Nightclub

Connections Bar Louisville

Louisville, KY

Louisville Kentucky's longest running gay bar that has been a community anchor for decades. Connections is a multi-level venue with different rooms catering to different tastes and is the go-to destination for the Louisville LGBTQ community's big nights out.

Campgrounds

Copper Cactus Ranch

Gold Canyon, AZ

An all-male clothing-optional retreat for gay bisexual and straight men 21 and older located one hour east of Phoenix in a valley nestled in the Superstition Mountains. The ranch offers bed and breakfast accommodations and camping options with a hot tub and pool community fire pit BYOB saloon karaoke a restaurant and 40 acres of trails. Dogs are welcome on leash. A unique desert retreat unlike anything else in the Southwest.

Campgrounds

CreekRidge Campground Michigan

Ionia, MI

A Michigan LGBTQ campground offering a welcoming outdoor community experience with tent and RV sites in a beautiful natural setting. CreekRidge draws campers from across the Midwest for its themed event weekends and genuine community atmosphere. A valued resource for Michigan's queer outdoor enthusiasts who want a specifically affirming camping environment.

Bar / Nightclub

Cruze Bar Knoxville

Knoxville, TN

A popular gay bar in Knoxville Tennessee that serves the LGBTQ community in a city that might surprise visitors with how active and welcoming its queer scene is. Cruze Bar hosts drag shows dancing and community events and is the anchor of Knoxville's gay nightlife scene.

Bar / Nightclub

Cubbyhole

New York, NY

A beloved lesbian and queer bar tucked into the West Village that has been going strong since 1994. It is small and always packed with a warm crowd. The decorations covering every inch of the ceiling and walls give it a cozy feel that regulars say keeps them coming back week after week.

Bar / Nightclub

Darcelle XV Showplace Portland

Portland, OR

A Portland institution that has been presenting drag shows since 1967. Run for decades by the legendary Darcelle XV this showplace is the oldest continuously operating drag show venue in the United States. A true piece of queer theatrical history that remains a must-visit in Portland.

Bar / Nightclub

Deja Vu Lexington

Lexington, KY

A Lexington Kentucky gay bar with a strong community following and regular entertainment. Deja Vu draws a friendly local crowd and has become a reliable social hub for the Lexington LGBTQ community.

Community Center

Dennis R Neill Equality Center

Tulsa, OK

Tulsa Oklahoma's LGBTQ community center named after longtime activist Dennis Neill. The center provides support groups social services community events and serves as the organizational hub for Tulsa's LGBTQ community in the heart of the Bible Belt.

Beach

Denny Blaine Park Seattle

Seattle, WA

A clothing-optional beach on the shores of Lake Washington in Seattle that has been a gathering place for the gay community for decades. The location is beautiful with views across the lake and it has a quietly intimate feel that regulars treasure.

Clothing Optional Resorts

Desert Paradise Resort Palm Springs

Palm Springs, CA

A gay men's clothing-optional resort in Palm Springs offering a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere with pool and resort amenities. Desert Paradise has built a loyal following among travelers who appreciate a less formal resort experience where the emphasis is on relaxation and genuine community connection rather than events and programming.

Campgrounds

Destiny Resort Wisconsin

Plover, WI

A gay and lesbian adult resort and campground in Wisconsin that has been a Midwest community institution for many years. Destiny draws campers from across the Midwest for its welcoming atmosphere themed weekends and outdoor resort amenities. Located in a beautiful Wisconsin natural setting it offers both the camping experience and the social community connection that makes gay campgrounds special.

Bar / Nightclub

Discovery Bar Wichita

Wichita, KS

A Wichita Kansas gay bar that serves the LGBTQ community in the state's largest city. Discovery has been a community gathering place for years and is an important social resource for Kansas's queer population which has fewer urban LGBTQ spaces than many other states.

Bar / Nightclub

Discovery Night Club Charlotte

Charlotte, NC

Charlotte North Carolina's most popular gay nightclub with a large dance floor regular drag shows and themed events that draw a big crowd from across the Carolinas. Discovery has been part of Charlotte's LGBTQ nightlife for years and continues to be the city's premier gay club.

Park / Hiking

Dolores Park San Francisco

San Francisco, CA

A beloved San Francisco park that sits on the edge of the Castro and the Mission and has long been a gathering place for the city's queer community. Weekend afternoons bring out a diverse crowd of people sunbathing socializing and enjoying the city views. Harvey Milk Day celebrations happen here every year.

Neighborhood / District

Dupont Circle

Washington, DC

Washington DC's longstanding LGBTQ neighborhood with a history of activism and community that goes back decades. The circle itself and the streets radiating from it are home to gay bars restaurants bookshops and community organizations. Still one of the most welcoming neighborhoods in the city.

Gay Saunas and Bathhouses

East Side Club New York

New York, NY

New York City's last fully operating gay bathhouse and now approaching its 50th anniversary. Located in Midtown Manhattan and open 24 hours every day. Despite its age management keeps the facility exceptionally clean and well-maintained. Facilities include steam room sauna massage video areas cruise spaces and private relaxing cabins. Membership is required for member rates but walk-in guests are welcome. Age 21 and over.

Bar / Nightclub

Effex Nightclub Albuquerque

Albuquerque, NM

Albuquerque's most popular gay club with a large dance floor regular drag shows and themed events. It draws the bigger crowd on weekends and has been a nightlife anchor for the New Mexico LGBTQ community. The shows and events are consistently well-produced.

Clothing Optional Resorts

El Mirasol Palm Springs

Palm Springs, CA

The original and oldest gay men's resort in Palm Springs' Warm Sands neighborhood operating exclusively as a gay resort since 1975. Originally built by Howard Hughes in the 1940s El Mirasol now offers a rustic cabin-in-the-woods aesthetic with wood-framed furniture warm colors and beautiful gardens with citrus trees and fountains. The bungalow super deluxe studio includes a private poolside patio a full kitchen and mountain views. Continental breakfast is included every morning. A genuine Palm Springs institution run with genuine care and warmth.

Community Center

El Paso Community Center

El Paso, TX

A community organization in El Paso Texas providing services and support for the LGBTQ community on the US-Mexico border. The center addresses the unique needs of a bicultural border community and serves as a resource hub for queer residents of both El Paso and the surrounding region.

Restaurant / Cafe

Elysian Bar New Orleans

New Orleans, LA

A bar and restaurant in New Orleans' St Roch neighborhood known for its beautiful decor inclusive atmosphere and excellent cocktail menu. The Elysian Bar has become a favorite gathering place for New Orleans' creative and queer community.

Bar / Nightclub

English Ivy's Indianapolis

Indianapolis, IN

A beloved Indianapolis gay bar with a warm neighborhood atmosphere that has been a gathering place for the city's LGBTQ community for years. English Ivy's is the kind of bar where you go to feel at home and where new faces are welcomed into an already tight-knit community of regulars.

Community Center

Equality Michigan

Detroit, MI

A statewide advocacy organization fighting for the rights of LGBTQ people in Michigan through legal advocacy public education and community organizing. Equality Michigan has been central to the fight for non-discrimination protections in the state.

Community Center

Equality Texas

Austin, TX

The statewide LGBTQ advocacy organization for Texas working to advance equality through policy advocacy community organizing and public education. Equality Texas has been fighting for the rights of LGBTQ Texans for decades in a challenging political environment.

Gay Saunas and Bathhouses

Eros San Francisco

San Francisco, CA

A Castro area men's social club and cruise space that has been a community gathering place for years. Eros operates with a focus on creating a welcoming and sex-positive environment for gay and bisexual men. Located conveniently in the Castro neighborhood it draws locals and visitors who appreciate a friendly and well-maintained space close to the neighborhood's bars and restaurants.

Bar / Nightclub

Faces Nightclub Sacramento

Sacramento, CA

Sacramento's largest gay bar and club with multiple rooms bars and a large dance floor. Faces has been a community institution for decades and its scale means there is always something for everyone whether you want to dance have a quiet drink or watch a drag show.

Neighborhood / District

Faubourg Marigny New Orleans

New Orleans, LA

New Orleans' historic Creole neighborhood adjacent to the French Quarter that has long been the center of the city's bohemian and LGBTQ community. The Marigny Triangle area around Frenchmen Street is packed with live music venues bars restaurants and queer-owned businesses.

Community Center

Fenway Health

Boston, MA

A Boston institution providing health care services to the LGBTQ community since 1971. Fenway Health offers primary care mental health HIV services and trans health programs. It is considered one of the premier LGBTQ health organizations in the country and has shaped national standards for queer-affirming care.

Bar / Nightclub

Fiesta Cantina

West Hollywood, CA

A WeHo institution right on Santa Monica Boulevard with a huge rooftop patio and strong margaritas. The happy hour is one of the best deals in West Hollywood and the outdoor space gets especially lively on warm California evenings.

Park / Hiking

Fire Island National Seashore

Fire Island, NY

The protected National Seashore that surrounds the famous Fire Island communities including the Pines and Cherry Grove. The pristine beaches and boardwalks connect the car-free communities in a way that is truly unique. A world-class natural environment that is also home to two of the most significant LGBTQ resort communities in America.

Beach

Fire Island Pines Beach

Fire Island, NY

The more upscale of the two famous LGBTQ communities on Fire Island. The Pines is known for its circuit parties beach house gatherings and a social scene that draws gay men from across the country every summer. Car-free and connected by boardwalks it has a unique character unlike anywhere else.

Bar / Nightclub

Flame Bar Kansas City

Kansas City, MO

A Kansas City gay bar that has been a community anchor since 1968 making it one of the oldest continuously operating gay bars in the country. Flame draws a loyal crowd of regulars and has survived decades of change in the city's LGBTQ landscape by staying true to what it does best.

Bar / Nightclub

Flaming Saddles

West Hollywood, CA

A country and western gay bar in West Hollywood with line dancing and a whole lot of fun. It draws a mixed crowd of locals and tourists who all end up on the dance floor together. No experience required and the staff will show you the steps.

Gay Saunas and Bathhouses

Flex Minneapolis

Minneapolis, MN

Minneapolis's gay men's social club and sauna drawing a loyal following from the Twin Cities LGBTQ community. The facility offers steam room sauna private rooms and social areas in a welcoming environment. Located in the downtown area with access to the broader Minneapolis gay community.

Gay Saunas and Bathhouses

FLEX Spas Atlanta

Atlanta, GA

A private gay men's club in the heart of Atlanta's Midtown neighborhood open 24 hours. FLEX Atlanta features a full gym showers a jacuzzi a large dry sauna a steam maze massotherapy an outdoor pool TV changing rooms and a rooftop sundeck with a lounge. The outdoor spaces make it feel more like a resort than a traditional bathhouse. Part of the FLEX Spas chain with locations in Atlanta Cleveland and Phoenix.

Gay Saunas and Bathhouses

FLEX Spas Cleveland

Cleveland, OH

The flagship location of the FLEX Spas chain and described by the company as its major resort location. Located in Cleveland Ohio at 2600 Hamilton Avenue with extensive facilities including pools jacuzzi steam rooms saunas gym areas and private accommodations. Hosts the annual Last Temptation summer event that draws visitors from across the Midwest. Open 24 hours with membership options available.

Gay Saunas and Bathhouses

FLEX Spas Phoenix

Phoenix, AZ

A private gay men's club in Phoenix that has been serving the community for over 40 years. FLEX Phoenix features a saltwater swimming pool sun deck saltwater jacuzzi steam room dry sauna gym private rooms showers and video lounges. Open 24 hours and totally clothing optional throughout the facility. Hosts poolside BBQ events on Sundays and themed nights throughout the year. A one-day membership gives you entry for up to 24 hours.

Park / Hiking

Folsom Street Fair San Francisco

San Francisco, CA

The world's largest leather event held annually on the last Sunday of September on Folsom Street in San Francisco's SoMa neighborhood. The Folsom Street Fair celebrates LGBTQ leather kink and alternative communities with a massive outdoor festival that draws hundreds of thousands of attendees. The fair is an important cultural celebration and major fundraiser for community organizations.

Drag Show and Bars

Foxy's Nightclub Columbus

Columbus, OH

A Columbus Ohio drag show bar with a strong following in the Short North LGBTQ community. Foxy's delivers nightly drag performances from some of Ohio's best performers in an intimate and welcoming venue. The shows are consistently well-produced and the bar has built a loyal community of regulars who come back week after week.

Restaurant / Cafe

Freddie's Beach Bar Arlington

Arlington, VA

A beloved LGBTQ restaurant and bar in Arlington Virginia right across the Potomac from Washington DC. Freddie's is famous for its drag shows hosted by the Freddie's Follies cast and for its genuinely welcoming family atmosphere. A true community hub for the DC area LGBTQ community.

Bar / Nightclub

Freezone Las Vegas

Las Vegas, NV

A Las Vegas gay bar that has been a community institution for years drawing a diverse crowd with themed nights and a welcoming atmosphere. Freezone is known for its drag shows and community events and is one of the more reliably entertaining options on the Las Vegas gay bar strip.

Bar / Nightclub

Friends Bar Birmingham

Birmingham, AL

A Birmingham Alabama gay bar that serves as a gathering place for the LGBTQ community in the Deep South. Friends Bar draws a loyal local crowd and provides an important welcoming space for Alabama's queer community in a state with a complicated relationship with LGBTQ rights.

Bar / Nightclub

Fritz Boston

Boston, MA

A South End Boston gay sports bar that is packed for major sporting events and also draws a great neighborhood crowd the rest of the time. Fritz manages to combine the genuine sports bar experience with an inclusive and welcoming LGBTQ atmosphere that few bars pull off as successfully.

Bar / Nightclub

Gallus Mag's Bar Portland

Portland, OR

A Portland queer bar named after the legendary bouncer from a 19th-century New York saloon. The bar reflects Portland's love of queer history and draws a crowd that appreciates both a good drink and an interesting story. Welcoming to all parts of the Portland community.

Bar / Nightclub

Gay 90s Minneapolis

Minneapolis, MN

A massive multi-level entertainment complex in Minneapolis that has been a community institution for decades. Gay 90s combines a nightclub a drag show bar and multiple themed rooms into a single sprawling venue that draws a huge crowd every weekend. One of the largest gay venues in the Midwest.

Neighborhood / District

Gayborhood Philadelphia

Philadelphia, PA

Philadelphia's LGBTQ neighborhood in Center City is marked by rainbow street signs and a dense concentration of gay bars restaurants shops and community organizations. The Gayborhood has been a center of Philadelphia's queer life for decades and hosts several major LGBTQ events throughout the year.

Community Center

Gender Justice League Seattle

Seattle, WA

A Seattle-based organization focused specifically on transgender and gender non-conforming communities. Gender Justice League provides direct services advocacy and community building and has been at the forefront of trans rights work in Washington State.

Bar / Nightclub

Georgie's Alibi Wilton Manors

Wilton Manors, FL

One of the most popular bars on the Wilton Drive strip in Wilton Manors Florida. Georgie's Alibi is a sports bar with a strong LGBTQ following that draws a big crowd for game days and also hosts regular events and community gatherings. A neighborhood institution on the Drive.

Bookstore

Giovanni's Room Philadelphia

Philadelphia, PA

One of America's oldest LGBTQ bookstores located in Philadelphia's Gayborhood. Giovanni's Room has been selling queer literature since 1973 and is a literary institution that has survived by building genuine community around books. Named after the James Baldwin novel.

Community Center

GLBT Historical Society Museum San Francisco

San Francisco, CA

The GLBT Historical Society Museum in San Francisco's Castro neighborhood presents exhibitions on LGBTQ history culture and community. It is the only accredited museum in the US dedicated solely to LGBTQ history and the collection includes thousands of artifacts and documents.

Community Center

GLSEN National Office

New York, NY

The national headquarters of the Gay Lesbian and Straight Education Network which works to make schools safe for LGBTQ youth across the country. GLSEN has been a critical force in education policy and supports students through research resources and direct programming in schools nationwide.

Bar / Nightclub

Godfrey's Richmond

Richmond, VA

A popular Richmond gay bar that hosts regular drag shows and community events. Godfrey's has built a strong following in the Richmond LGBTQ community and is known for its welcoming atmosphere and high-quality entertainment.

Bar / Nightclub

Gossip Grill San Diego

San Diego, CA

San Diego's beloved lesbian bar in Hillcrest with a full restaurant menu and a consistently welcoming atmosphere. Gossip Grill has been a community anchor for queer women in San Diego since 2009 and is one of the city's most beloved LGBTQ establishments.

Clothing Optional Resorts

Grand Resort Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale, FL

One of Fort Lauderdale's most established gay men's resorts near Sebastian Street Beach. The Grand Resort offers pool and spa facilities in a welcoming men's resort environment. Located near the heart of the Fort Lauderdale gay hotel district it provides easy access to both the famous gay beach and the Wilton Manors bar scene.

Clothing Optional Resorts

Hacienda at Warm Sands Palm Springs

Palm Springs, CA

An award-winning intimate gay men's resort in Palm Springs with just a handful of suites surrounding a private courtyard. The Hacienda offers luxury and privacy in equal measure with a soothing jetted spa lushly landscaped grounds and genuinely five-star service. Tranquil mountain views and a peaceful atmosphere make it ideal for a romantic getaway or a quiet solo retreat. Consistently rated among the best gay resorts in Palm Springs by travelers and publications alike.

Restaurant / Cafe

Hamburger Mary's Chicago

Chicago, IL

A Chicago location of the beloved LGBTQ restaurant chain in the Andersonville neighborhood known for its drag shows and welcoming atmosphere. The Andersonville area of Chicago has a strong lesbian and queer community and Hamburger Mary's serves as one of its social anchors.

Drag Show and Bars

Hamburger Mary's Long Beach

Long Beach, CA

The Long Beach California location of the beloved LGBTQ bar and restaurant chain known throughout the country for its drag shows and welcoming atmosphere. The Long Beach location has a strong community following and regular drag brunches weekend shows and themed events that make it a fixture of Southern California's LGBTQ entertainment scene.

Restaurant / Cafe

Hamburger Mary's Milwaukee

Milwaukee, WI

Milwaukee's location of the beloved LGBTQ bar and restaurant chain with regular drag shows and community events. A welcoming and fun spot that draws families couples and groups for a meal and a show in a genuinely inclusive atmosphere.

Drag Show and Bars

Hamburger Mary's Orlando

Orlando, FL

A major drag entertainment destination in Orlando's International Drive area known for its spectacular drag brunches dinners and themed shows. Hamburger Mary's draws a huge crowd from the tourist corridor and local community alike. The performances are high-energy and the food menu is solid. A great option for families celebrating any occasion and one of the most LGBTQ-welcoming dining experiences in Central Florida.

Drag Show and Bars

Hamburger Mary's Portland

Portland, OR

The Portland Oregon location of the beloved LGBTQ restaurant and bar chain known for its drag shows welcoming atmosphere and solid food menu. The Portland location has a strong community following and the regular drag events here are among the city's most popular LGBTQ entertainment options. A great first stop for visitors to Portland's queer scene.

Restaurant / Cafe

Hamburger Mary's San Jose

San Jose, CA

A San Jose location of the beloved LGBTQ bar and restaurant chain known for its drag shows brunch events and welcoming family atmosphere. A community gathering place in the heart of Silicon Valley's LGBTQ community.

Restaurant / Cafe

Hamburger Mary's Wilton Manors

Wilton Manors, FL

A beloved LGBTQ restaurant and bar with regular drag shows and community events. The Wilton Manors location is one of the most active with drag brunches and themed dinners that draw packed crowds. Fun welcoming and perfect for groups celebrating any occasion.

Bar / Nightclub

Harbor Bar Anchorage

Anchorage, AK

An Anchorage Alaska gay bar that serves the LGBTQ community in the state's largest city. Harbor Bar has been a gathering place for Alaska's queer community for years and is valued for being a consistently welcoming space in a remote but surprisingly active LGBTQ community.

Park / Hiking

Harvey Milk Plaza San Francisco

San Francisco, CA

A plaza at the intersection of Castro and Market Streets in San Francisco named after Harvey Milk the first openly gay person elected to public office in California. A large rainbow flag flies here permanently and the plaza is a gathering place for the community and a site of political rallies and celebrations.

Bar / Nightclub

Henrietta Hudson

New York, NY

One of the longest running lesbian bars in the country. Henrietta Hudson has been a safe and social space for queer women in New York City since 1991. Great dance floor energy on weekends and a welcoming vibe every night of the week.

Beach

Herring Cove Beach

Provincetown, MA

The most popular LGBTQ beach in Provincetown and one of the most famous gay beaches in the country. Part of the Cape Cod National Seashore with beautiful clear water and stunning sunsets. The beach draws a diverse mix of gay and lesbian visitors and has an energetic social scene during peak summer season.

Beach

Higgs Beach Key West

Key West, FL

A favorite hangout for Key West's gay community with clear Gulf water and a relaxed low-key vibe. Located near the White Street Pier this beach is less crowded than the main tourist beaches and draws a regular crowd of locals and visitors who prefer a quieter afternoon by the water.

Neighborhood / District

Hillcrest San Diego

San Diego, CA

San Diego's primary LGBTQ neighborhood centered on University Avenue. Hillcrest has been the city's queer hub for decades with a dense concentration of gay bars restaurants bookshops and community organizations. The annual San Diego Pride parade runs through the neighborhood each summer.

Gay Saunas and Bathhouses

Hollywood Spa Los Angeles

Hollywood, CA

A Hollywood area gay men's spa and social club that has been part of the Los Angeles LGBTQ community for many years. Hollywood Spa draws a loyal following from the LA gay community and is known for being well-maintained and welcoming. Located in the heart of Hollywood with easy access from both West Hollywood and the broader Los Angeles gay community.

Park / Hiking

Honolulu Pride

Honolulu, HI

The annual Pride celebration in Honolulu Hawaii drawing the LGBTQ community from across the islands for a parade and festival. Hawaii has some of the strongest LGBTQ legal protections in the country and the Pride celebration reflects the state's genuine commitment to the community.

Community Center

Howard Brown Health Chicago

Chicago, IL

A Chicago health center serving the LGBTQ community since 1974 providing primary care mental health HIV services and trans health. Howard Brown Health is one of the largest LGBTQ healthcare organizations in the Midwest and a critical resource for Chicago's diverse queer community.

Clothing Optional Resorts

Howard Johnson Palm Springs

Palm Springs, CA

A gay-friendly hotel in Palm Springs in the heart of the city's LGBTQ district offering comfortable accommodations with easy access to both the Warm Sands resort area and Arenas Road entertainment. A practical and welcoming choice for visitors who want to be in the center of the Palm Springs gay scene at a reasonable price point.

Bar / Nightclub

Hula's Bar and Lei Stand Honolulu

Honolulu, HI

Honolulu's beloved gay bar with an amazing open-air setting and views of the beach. Hula's is one of the most unique gay bars in the country combining an outdoor tropical setting with a welcoming and fun atmosphere. A must-visit for any LGBTQ traveler to Hawaii.

Community Center

Human Rights Campaign National Headquarters

Washington, DC

The main office of the Human Rights Campaign the largest LGBTQ civil rights organization in the United States. HRC advocates for LGBTQ equality through political action public education and direct organizing and has been a central player in major legislative victories for the community.

Bar / Nightclub

Hunter's Video Bar Palm Springs

Palm Springs, CA

A popular Arenas Road bar in Palm Springs with pool tables multiple TV screens showing sports and music videos and a patio perfect for conversation. Hunter's happy hour from 4 to 7pm draws a big local crowd and the relaxed atmosphere makes it a great option for a casual evening before hitting the resort circuit. A neighborhood bar at heart with a genuinely welcoming character.

Bar / Nightclub

Hunters Wilton Manors

Wilton Manors, FL

A popular Wilton Manors bar that is a longtime fixture on Wilton Drive. Hunters draws a loyal local crowd and is known for its welcoming atmosphere and fun events. One of the stops on any evening out on the Wilton Manors strip.

Bar / Nightclub

Hydrate Nightclub

Chicago, IL

A popular Boystown nightclub with a large dance floor multiple bars and regular drag shows and themed evenings. The DJ lineup is consistently good and the crowd is always diverse and energetic. One of the louder and more high-energy options on Halsted.

Bar / Nightclub

IBT's Tucson

Tucson, AZ

A Tucson gay bar that serves the southern Arizona LGBTQ community with regular drag shows and community events. IBT's has built a strong following in a community that sometimes has fewer options than its larger city counterparts and is treasured by Tucson's queer residents.

Community Center

Identity Inc Maryland

Gaithersburg, MD

A community organization serving LGBTQ youth in the Washington DC suburbs of Maryland. Identity provides youth programming support services drop-in center access and advocacy for young LGBTQ people who may not have access to services in the city itself.

Bar / Nightclub

Impulse Las Vegas

Las Vegas, NV

A Las Vegas gay bar on Paradise Road known for its happy hour specials and a laid-back atmosphere that provides a welcome alternative to the more intense nightclub scene on the Strip. Impulse draws a local crowd that prefers a neighborhood bar vibe.

Bar / Nightclub

Industry Bar Los Angeles

Los Angeles, CA

A popular WeHo adjacent gay bar and dance venue that draws a diverse crowd of gay men and queer people from across Los Angeles. Industry has a large dance floor strong sound system and regular themed nights and DJ events. Known for being welcoming to a younger crowd while drawing the full spectrum of the LA gay community.

Clothing Optional Resorts

INNdulge Palm Springs

Palm Springs, CA

A stylish gay men's resort in the Warm Sands neighborhood of Palm Springs with sleek modern design and a welcoming social atmosphere. INNdulge has received consistently strong reviews for its facilities its staff and the genuine community feel that develops among guests during their stays. A mid-range resort option that punches above its category in terms of experience and comfort.

Community Center

International Gay Rodeo Association

Denver, CO

The organizing body for gay rodeo in North America coordinating events in cities across the US and Canada. Gay rodeo has been an important cultural institution for the rural and western LGBTQ community since the 1970s combining traditional rodeo competition with drag events and community celebration in a uniquely queer context.

Hotel / Lodging

Island House Key West

Key West, FL

A men-only clothing-optional resort in Key West that has been a popular destination for gay men for decades. The clothing-optional pool courtyard and the close-knit guest community make it a unique experience. Located within easy walking distance of Duval Street and the Key West bar scene.

Bar / Nightclub

Jackhammer Bar Chicago

Chicago, IL

A Chicago leather and bear bar in Andersonville that has been a community institution for many years. Jackhammer is known for its welcoming attitude to the leather bear and alternative gay communities and hosts regular events fundraisers and community nights. An important part of Chicago's diverse LGBTQ bar landscape beyond the Boystown mainstream.

Bar / Nightclub

Jacque's Cabaret Boston

Boston, MA

Boston's oldest gay drag bar located in Bay Village. Jacques has been hosting some of the city's best drag performances since 1938 making it one of the longest-running drag venues in the country. A true piece of Boston history with an intimate atmosphere that makes every show feel special.

Bar / Nightclub

JR's Bar and Grill Dallas

Dallas, TX

A cornerstone of the Dallas gay scene on Cedar Springs Road since 1979. JR's is a reliable neighborhood bar with good food strong drinks and a front patio that is perfect for people watching along the strip. The staff has been there forever and it shows in the welcoming attitude.

Bar / Nightclub

JR's Bar and Grill DC

Washington, DC

A long-running and beloved gay bar on 17th Street in Washington DC. JR's has been a community institution since 1986 and is known for its video bar format sing-along nights and a crowd that ranges from after-work professionals to weekend regulars. A Dupont Circle classic.

Bar / Nightclub

JR's Bar Houston

Houston, TX

A Montrose neighborhood institution that has been a gathering place for Houston's gay community since the 1980s. Low-key atmosphere good prices and a crowd that makes everyone feel like a regular. The Montrose strip may have changed around it but JR's has stayed true to itself.

Bar / Nightclub

Julius Bar

New York, NY

The oldest gay bar still operating in New York City. Julius has been welcoming the gay community since the 1960s when the famous sip-in protest took place here challenging laws that banned serving gay people. It is a no-frills West Village institution that locals genuinely love.

Neighborhood / District

Key West Duval Street

Key West, FL

Key West's famous Duval Street runs from the Gulf of Mexico to the Atlantic Ocean and is the center of the city's LGBTQ social life. Lined with gay bars restaurants souvenir shops and hotels it is known as the Duval Crawl for the number of venues you can visit in a single evening.

Beach

Laguna Beach

Laguna Beach, CA

The main beach in Laguna Beach California is surrounded by one of the most LGBTQ-friendly small cities in the country. The town has a long history of supporting its gay community and the beach itself draws a mixed and welcoming crowd. Great art galleries and restaurants are all within walking distance.

Beach

Lake Worth Beach

Lake Worth, FL

A popular beach in Palm Beach County with a genuinely welcoming atmosphere for the LGBTQ community. Lake Worth has a strong queer presence downtown with gay bars shops and community spaces. The beach itself is clean comfortable and a short walk from the local scene.

Community Center

Lambda Legal

New York, NY

A national organization committed to achieving full recognition of the civil rights of LGBTQ people and those living with HIV through impact litigation education and public policy work. Lambda Legal has won landmark cases that have shaped the legal landscape for LGBTQ rights in America.

Community Center

Las Vegas LGBTQ Community Center

Las Vegas, NV

A Las Vegas community center providing support services social programming and resources for Nevada's LGBTQ community. The center serves both longtime residents and the transient population that passes through Las Vegas and offers a welcoming space in an often overwhelming city.

Bookstore

Laurie's Planet of Sound Chicago

Chicago, IL

A beloved Chicago independent record and book store in the Lincoln Square neighborhood that has been a gathering place for the city's creative and LGBTQ communities for years. Known for its carefully curated selection and a staff that genuinely loves music and literature.

Community Center

Lavender Magazine Minneapolis

Minneapolis, MN

The offices of Lavender Magazine Minnesota's premier LGBTQ publication which has been covering queer community news culture and life in the Twin Cities and beyond since 1995. An important voice for the Minnesota LGBTQ community and a resource for visitors and locals alike.

Community Center

Lesbian Herstory Archives Brooklyn

Brooklyn, NY

Located in Brooklyn New York the Lesbian Herstory Archives is the largest collection of materials by and about lesbians in the world. Founded in 1974 the archive is run by volunteers and is open to the public by appointment. An extraordinary resource for anyone interested in lesbian history and culture.

Bar / Nightclub

Levi and Leather Bar Chicago

Chicago, IL

A Chicago bar catering to the leather and Levi community with regular leather events and a welcoming atmosphere for those who identify with leather culture and alternative gay communities. Chicago has a strong leather tradition and this type of venue is an important part of the city's diverse LGBTQ nightlife and community landscape.

Drag Show and Bars

Lips Atlanta

Brookhaven, GA

One of five nationwide locations of the legendary Lips drag dinner theater chain located on Buford Highway in Brookhaven. The red-and-gold dining room hung with chandeliers and revolving disco balls is a study in gorgeous camp excess. Drag queens serve dinner and put on Vegas-style shows nightly. A fantastic option for groups celebrating any occasion and one of the most entertaining nights out in Atlanta.

Drag Show and Bars

Lips Chicago

Chicago, IL

The Chicago location of the celebrated nationwide Lips drag dinner theater chain located in the Motor Row area of the South Loop. Full dinner service with nightly drag shows featuring the best performers in the city. The perfect spot for a group celebration private event or just a spectacular night out in a city that takes its drag very seriously. Part of the chain that has been delivering drag dining experiences across America for nearly 30 years.

Drag Show and Bars

Lips San Diego

San Diego, CA

The San Diego location of the beloved Lips drag dining chain in the Hillcrest neighborhood. Full dinner service with nightly drag shows from San Diego's top performers. An iconic stop on any Hillcrest night out and a great choice for groups of all backgrounds who want to experience world-class drag entertainment with a meal and strong drinks in a glamorous setting.

Community Center

Live Out Loud New York

New York, NY

A New York City organization dedicated to inspiring LGBTQ youth through storytelling mentorship and community building. Live Out Loud connects young queer people with successful LGBTQ adults in the community to show them what is possible in their own lives.

Bar / Nightclub

Loretta's Last Call Boston

Boston, MA

A country themed bar in Boston with a strong LGBTQ following that hosts line dancing and country music nights. Located near the South End it draws a mixed crowd that loves a good two-step and has built a loyal community of regulars.

Community Center

Los Angeles LGBT Center

Los Angeles, CA

One of the largest LGBTQ organizations in the world the LA LGBT Center serves more than 800 people every day across its facilities in Hollywood. Services include health care mental health housing employment and youth services. The Anita May Rosenstein Campus opened in 2019 as a landmark facility for the community.

Restaurant / Cafe

Lost Lake Diner Seattle

Seattle, WA

A 24-hour diner in Capitol Hill Seattle with a long history of welcoming the LGBTQ community at all hours. The diner format means it serves everyone from the after-show crowd to the early morning breakfast regulars and has been a neighborhood anchor for the queer community for years.

Bookstore

Loyalty Bookstores DC

Washington, DC

A worker-owned bookstore in Washington DC and Silver Spring Maryland with a strong commitment to LGBTQ voices in literature. Loyalty prioritizes marginalized authors and perspectives and has built a loyal community following since opening in 2019.

Drag Show and Bars

Lucky Cheng's New York

New York, NY

A legendary New York drag dinner experience that has been entertaining guests since 1993. Lucky Cheng's features Asian-inspired drag queen waitresses and performers who deliver a lively show while serving food and cocktails. One of the original drag dining experiences in the country and still drawing crowds decades later for birthdays bachelorette parties and special celebrations.

Bar / Nightclub

Mad Myrna's Anchorage

Anchorage, AK

A beloved Anchorage Alaska gay bar known for its drag shows and welcoming atmosphere. Mad Myrna's has been a community institution for Alaska's LGBTQ population for many years and is the most active entertainment venue in Anchorage's small but dedicated queer scene.

Clothing Optional Resorts

Marlin Beach Hotel Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale, FL

A clothing-optional gay men's resort in Fort Lauderdale's Lauderdale Beach area offering beachfront or near-beach accommodations in a genuinely welcoming gay resort atmosphere. Marlin Beach draws a loyal following of visitors who come for the combination of the famous Fort Lauderdale gay beach scene and the resort's own pool and community amenities.

Bar / Nightclub

Mary's Bar Atlanta

Atlanta, GA

A beloved and unpretentious bar in the East Atlanta Village that has been a queer community gathering place for years. Mary's is known for its drag shows in a very small and intimate space which makes the performances feel personal and electric. One of Atlanta's most loved queer spots.

Bar / Nightclub

Max Bar Omaha

Omaha, NE

Omaha's largest gay bar with multiple themed rooms and regular entertainment. The Max has been a community institution in Omaha for decades and draws a diverse crowd from across the region for its weekend events and drag shows.

Community Center

Mazzoni Center Philadelphia

Philadelphia, PA

A Philadelphia health center dedicated to LGBTQ health providing primary care behavioral health and HIV services. Mazzoni Center has been serving Philadelphia's LGBTQ community since 1979 and provides affirming care for patients of all backgrounds and identities.

Bar / Nightclub

Metropolitan Bar Brooklyn

Brooklyn, NY

A beloved Williamsburg Brooklyn gay bar that has been a community anchor since 2003. Metropolitan is known for its back patio which is one of the best outdoor drinking spaces in Brooklyn and for a welcoming atmosphere that draws a local artistic and queer crowd year-round.

Neighborhood / District

Midtown Atlanta

Atlanta, GA

The heart of Atlanta's LGBTQ community centered on Piedmont Park and the surrounding streets. Midtown is home to the bulk of Atlanta's gay bars restaurants and community organizations. Atlanta Pride is held here every year drawing hundreds of thousands of visitors.

Neighborhood / District

Midtown Phoenix

Phoenix, AZ

Central Phoenix has developed a notable LGBTQ neighborhood along 7th Avenue and the surrounding blocks. Home to several gay bars clubs and queer-friendly businesses this area is the social center for Phoenix's gay community and a comfortable place to spend an evening.

Gay Saunas and Bathhouses

Midtown Spa DC

Washington, DC

Washington DC's gay men's social club and spa located conveniently for the city's LGBTQ community. Midtown Spa DC offers steam room sauna private rooms and social spaces and has been part of DC's gay community infrastructure for many years. Open 24 hours and located within reach of the Dupont Circle and Logan Circle neighborhoods.

Gay Saunas and Bathhouses

Midtowne Spa Atlanta

Atlanta, GA

A well-known gay spa and wellness facility in Atlanta's Midtown neighborhood that provides a safe and welcoming space for gay men to relax connect and socialize. The facility includes a full gym showers an outdoor pool a jacuzzi a large dry sauna a steam maze and a rooftop sundeck. Open 24 hours with regular themed events and a diverse community of regulars from across the Atlanta area.

Gay Saunas and Bathhouses

Midtowne Spa Dallas

Dallas, TX

One of Dallas's established gay men's spa and social clubs with a strong community following on the Cedar Springs corridor. The spa offers sauna steam room whirlpool private rooms and a welcoming atmosphere for gay and bisexual men. Part of the Midtowne brand that operates locations in multiple cities. Open daily with membership and walk-in options available.

Bar / Nightclub

Mirabar Providence

Providence, RI

A Rhode Island gay bar that has been a community institution in Providence for decades. Mirabar draws a loyal crowd and hosts regular events including drag shows and themed nights that reflect the Providence LGBTQ community's strong sense of social identity.

Bar / Nightclub

Missie B's Kansas City

Kansas City, MO

A popular Kansas City gay bar known for its lively drag shows and a welcoming atmosphere that draws a big crowd on weekends. Missie B's has a strong community following and the entertainment here is consistently good with a talented roster of local performers.

Bar / Nightclub

Moby Dick

San Francisco, CA

A welcoming Castro neighborhood bar with pool tables darts and a low-key crowd that loves a good conversation. One of those spots that feels like your living room after a few visits. Great for an afternoon drink before heading out to the livelier spots later in the evening.

Beach

Montrose Beach Chicago

Chicago, IL

A popular lakefront beach in Chicago that has a well-known gay section where the LGBTQ community gathers on warm summer days. The beach draws a diverse crowd and has been a gathering place for Chicago's queer community for generations. Easily accessible by public transportation from Boystown.

Neighborhood / District

Montrose Houston

Houston, TX

Houston's historic Montrose neighborhood is the center of the city's LGBTQ community. With a high concentration of gay bars restaurants community organizations and queer-friendly businesses Montrose has been a safe and welcoming neighborhood for Houston's queer residents for generations.

Neighborhood / District

Mount Vernon Baltimore

Baltimore, MD

Baltimore's historic and culturally rich LGBTQ neighborhood centered on North Charles Street. Mount Vernon has been the heart of Baltimore's gay community for decades with bars restaurants galleries and community organizations. The neighborhood's beautiful 19th century architecture gives it a distinctive character.

Gay Saunas and Bathhouses

MR Steamroom Philadelphia

Philadelphia, PA

A Philadelphia gay men's social club and steamroom serving the Gayborhood community and visitors to the city. MR Steamroom offers a welcoming environment with steam room sauna private rooms and social areas. Located conveniently in the center of Philadelphia's LGBTQ neighborhood it draws a loyal local crowd and visitors exploring the city.

Community Center

National Center for Lesbian Rights

San Francisco, CA

A national legal organization committed to advancing rights and safety of LGBTQ people through impact litigation public policy and public education. NCLR has been a leader in landmark cases affecting lesbian and LGBTQ family rights for decades.

Community Center

National LGBTQ Task Force

Washington, DC

A national progressive organization working for the civil rights and liberation of LGBTQ people. Founded in 1973 the Task Force trains and mobilizes activists organizes coalitions and advocates at the local state and national levels. Home of the Creating Change annual conference.

Bar / Nightclub

Neighbours Nightclub Seattle

Seattle, WA

A Capitol Hill Seattle institution that has been a cornerstone of the city's LGBTQ nightlife since 1983. Neighbours is known for its diverse crowd theatrical drag shows and a dance floor that stays busy every night of the week. One of those clubs that feels like home after one visit.

Bar / Nightclub

Nellie's Sports Bar DC

Washington, DC

A popular Washington DC gay sports bar that is packed for every big game. Nellie's has multiple floors drag brunch on weekends and a genuinely fun atmosphere that appeals to sports fans and non-sports fans alike. One of the most consistently busy gay bars in DC.

Bar / Nightclub

Neon Boots Dancehall Houston

Houston, TX

A large Houston country gay bar with a massive dance floor and regular two-step lessons. Neon Boots draws a huge crowd for its themed country nights and has become one of the most popular gay bars in the city with a welcoming and energetic atmosphere.

Bar / Nightclub

Neon Jungle Phoenix

Phoenix, AZ

A Phoenix gay bar and club that has built a strong following in the Latino LGBTQ community drawing a diverse crowd for its themed nights and DJ events. Neon Jungle reflects the diversity of Phoenix's gay community and provides an important inclusive space where different cultural communities within the broader LGBTQ population can come together.

Gay Saunas and Bathhouses

North Hollywood Spa

North Hollywood, CA

Open since 1984 on the San Fernando Valley's east side a short distance from Burbank and Pasadena. The North Hollywood Spa is a well-established gay men's sauna and social club with a loyal following in the greater Los Angeles area. Offers the full range of sauna steam private room and social facilities in a welcoming and well-maintained environment.

Drag Show and Bars

Numbers Houston

Houston, TX

A Houston drag entertainment venue in the Montrose neighborhood with a history of showcasing some of Texas's finest drag performers. Numbers draws a loyal community crowd and regularly features both established local queens and traveling performers. The intimate format of the venue makes every show feel personal and electric.

Gay Saunas and Bathhouses

Oasis Aqua Lounge Miami

Miami Beach, FL

A popular gay men's spa and social club in Miami's South Beach area known for a welcoming atmosphere and comprehensive facilities. The Oasis offers jacuzzi steam room sauna private rooms and social areas for gay and bisexual men. Located conveniently near South Beach's gay strip making it easy to combine a visit with an evening on the scene.

Drag Show and Bars

Oasis San Francisco

San Francisco, CA

A SoMa San Francisco drag performance venue and nightclub that has been one of the most important spaces for drag performance in the city. Oasis hosts regular drag shows cabarets and special events with some of San Francisco's most talented performers. The venue has a genuine commitment to supporting and elevating drag as an art form and draws a community that appreciates high-quality performance.

Beach

Ogunquit Beach

Ogunquit, ME

A gorgeous stretch of sand in Maine that has long been popular with the LGBTQ community. The town of Ogunquit is known for its welcoming character gay-friendly lodging and the Ogunquit Playhouse which has been producing excellent theater for decades. A quieter alternative to the more crowded gay beach scenes.

Community Center

Ogunquit Playhouse

Ogunquit, ME

A legendary summer theater in Ogunquit Maine that has been presenting high-quality productions since 1933 and has a strong LGBTQ following. The Playhouse is as much a part of the Ogunquit queer experience as the beach itself and frequently features and welcomes LGBTQ artists and audiences.

Bar / Nightclub

Oilcan Harry's

Austin, TX

A country western gay bar in Austin Texas that has been a community anchor for decades. Two-step lessons happen multiple nights a week and the dance floor fills up fast. The kind of place where you walk in not knowing anyone and leave with new friends.

Clothing Optional Resorts

Olivia Palm Springs Resort

Palm Springs, CA

A women-focused LGBTQ resort experience in Palm Springs offering accommodations and resort amenities specifically designed for lesbian bisexual and queer women. Olivia brings its signature women's travel brand to the Palm Springs setting creating a welcoming space that complements the predominantly male resort culture of the Warm Sands area.

Community Center

ONE Archives Los Angeles

Los Angeles, CA

The oldest active LGBTQ organization in the United States founded in 1952. The ONE Archives at USC maintain the largest repository of LGBTQ materials in the world with millions of items documenting queer history culture and community. An invaluable national resource based in Los Angeles.

Community Center

One N Ten Phoenix

Phoenix, AZ

A Phoenix-based nonprofit dedicated to supporting LGBTQ youth ages 14 to 24. One N Ten provides drop-in center services educational support housing assistance health services and social programming. It is a critical resource for LGBTQ youth in the Phoenix metro area.

Campgrounds

Oneida Pines Campground

Sylvan Beach, NY

A private LGBTQ-owned campground near Oneida Lake in New York State offering tent and RV camping in a welcoming and inclusive environment. Oneida Pines draws a friendly community of campers from across New York and New England for its regular events and relaxed atmosphere. A solid option for queer campers looking for an inclusive outdoor experience in central New York.

Community Center

Outfront Minnesota

Minneapolis, MN

Minnesota's largest LGBTQ civil rights organization working to win civil rights protections improve school safety for LGBTQ youth advance trans rights and elect pro-equality candidates. Outfront MN has been at the center of major legislative wins in the state.

Bar / Nightclub

Palace Bar Miami

Miami Beach, FL

The most famous bar on Miami's gay strip right on Ocean Drive with a legendary drag brunch that has been pulling crowds for years. The performances on the outdoor drag stage are some of the most entertaining in South Florida and the location is truly iconic.

Drag Show and Bars

Palace Station Las Vegas

Las Vegas, NV

Las Vegas's gay strip on Paradise Road would not be complete without dedicated drag entertainment and Palace Station delivers some of the most theatrical performances in the city. Drawing on Las Vegas's entertainment tradition the drag shows here have a polish and production quality that matches the city's reputation for spectacle.

Park / Hiking

Palm Springs Modernism Week

Palm Springs, CA

An annual event that celebrates the iconic mid-century modern architecture and design of Palm Springs drawing enormous crowds including many LGBTQ visitors. The city's distinctive architecture was shaped in part by the large gay community of architects designers and cultural figures who made Palm Springs their home and Modernism Week celebrates this cultural legacy with tours exhibitions and events.

Park / Hiking

Palm Springs Pride

Palm Springs, CA

The Greater Palm Springs Pride festival held each November is one of the most celebratory Pride events in the country. The parade and festival fill the streets of downtown Palm Springs and the Arenas District with tens of thousands of visitors for a weekend of entertainment performances and community celebration. The warm November desert weather makes it a genuinely comfortable outdoor festival unlike the summer Pride events in other cities.

Community Center

PFLAG Honolulu

Honolulu, HI

The Honolulu chapter of PFLAG supporting families and allies of LGBTQ people in Hawaii. PFLAG Honolulu provides resources support groups and advocacy for families navigating the coming out process in a community with unique cultural dynamics.

Community Center

PFLAG National

Washington, DC

The national organization for parents families and allies of LGBTQ people. PFLAG has hundreds of chapters across the country and has been a lifeline for families navigating the coming out process since 1973. Their resources are used widely by schools counselors and families.

Bar / Nightclub

Phoenix Bar Memphis

Memphis, TN

A Memphis gay bar in the midtown area that has been a gathering place for the city's LGBTQ community for many years. Phoenix draws a friendly local crowd and serves as a social hub in a city with a smaller but active queer community.

Park / Hiking

Phoenix Pride

Phoenix, AZ

Arizona's largest LGBTQ celebration held each spring in downtown Phoenix drawing hundreds of thousands of visitors for a parade and festival. Phoenix Pride has grown significantly in recent years reflecting the city's increasing LGBTQ visibility and is one of the largest Pride events in the Southwest. The event takes over downtown Phoenix with stages entertainment and community organizations from across Arizona.

Bar / Nightclub

Pieces Bar

New York, NY

A lively gay bar in the West Village with a friendly laid-back atmosphere. Pieces is known for its fun drag bingo nights and a crowd that ranges from longtime regulars to first-timers who quickly feel at home. One of those places where the bartenders know your name.

Park / Hiking

Piedmont Park Atlanta

Atlanta, GA

Atlanta's main urban park and the gathering place for much of the city's LGBTQ community especially during Atlanta Pride which is held here every fall. The park itself is beautiful with a large lake walking trails and green spaces that fill up with a welcoming crowd on weekends.

Bar / Nightclub

Piranha Nightclub Las Vegas

Las Vegas, NV

A popular gay nightclub on Las Vegas's LGBTQ strip on Paradise Road known for its go-go dancers energetic DJs and a crowd that keeps the dance floor packed until the early hours. Las Vegas has a surprisingly active gay nightlife scene and Piranha is at its center.

Bar / Nightclub

Play Louisville

Louisville, KY

A popular Louisville gay bar and entertainment venue known for its drag shows and themed events. Play has become an important part of Louisville's LGBTQ nightlife scene drawing a diverse and enthusiastic crowd for its consistently well-produced entertainment.

Bar / Nightclub

Play Nashville

Nashville, TN

Nashville's biggest gay nightclub known for its drag shows that rival anything in bigger cities. Play has been a community institution for years and the production quality of the entertainment is genuinely exceptional. It draws a large and enthusiastic crowd every weekend.

Bar / Nightclub

Pony Bar Seattle

Seattle, WA

A celebrated LGBTQ bar in Capitol Hill Seattle that is housed in a converted 1930s gas station. The owner has created a space where marginalized members of the queer community feel truly safe and relaxed. The Pony is unpretentious genuine and deeply connected to its neighborhood.

Beach

Poodle Beach

Rehoboth Beach, DE

The well-known LGBTQ section of Rehoboth Beach in Delaware. During summer it fills up with a happy social crowd and the energy is always welcoming. Located at the south end of the main beach it has been the gathering spot for the gay community in Rehoboth for decades.

Bar / Nightclub

Powerhouse Bar San Francisco

San Francisco, CA

A SoMa San Francisco leather bar that has been part of the city's leather and alternative gay scene for many years. The Powerhouse draws a crowd that appreciates a classic leather bar atmosphere and hosts regular community events and leather nights. An important part of San Francisco's diverse LGBTQ nightlife ecosystem in the South of Market district.

Community Center

Pride Center of Vermont

Burlington, VT

Vermont's LGBTQ community center based in Burlington providing support services community programming and advocacy for queer Vermonters. Vermont has long been a pioneer in LGBTQ rights and the Pride Center reflects the state's genuine commitment to the community.

Bar / Nightclub

Proud Larry's Oxford

Oxford, MS

A beloved Oxford Mississippi bar and music venue that has been a welcoming space for the LGBTQ community in a college town in the Deep South. Proud Larry's draws a diverse crowd that includes both the university community and LGBTQ locals who appreciate having a genuinely safe space.

Neighborhood / District

Provincetown Town Center

Provincetown, MA

The entire town of Provincetown at the tip of Cape Cod is one of the most LGBTQ-friendly communities in the world. Commercial Street is lined with gay-owned shops restaurants galleries and bars. The town has been a summer destination for the LGBTQ community since the early 20th century.

Park / Hiking

Pulse Orlando Memorial

Orlando, FL

The site of the former Pulse nightclub where the tragic shooting of June 12 2016 took the lives of 49 people. The space is now a memorial and sanctuary dedicated to the victims. A place of remembrance reflection and ultimately hope for the LGBTQ community and all who loved those lost.

Campgrounds

Q Camp Texas

Bastrop, TX

A Texas LGBTQ campground offering a welcoming outdoor community experience for queer Texans who want to get outdoors without leaving the affirming community behind. Regular themed weekends and events draw a friendly crowd throughout the camping season. A growing option for the large Texas LGBTQ community seeking outdoor community spaces.

Community Center

Q Center Portland

Portland, OR

Portland Oregon's LGBTQ community center serving the region since 2007. Q Center hosts dozens of ongoing groups events and social gatherings and provides space for community organizations. It is the hub of Portland's famously vibrant and activist queer community.

Bar / Nightclub

Quadz Video Bar Palm Springs

Palm Springs, CA

A Palm Springs gay bar on Arenas Road known for its video screens fun atmosphere and a crowd that mixes local residents and visiting guests from the nearby resort hotels. Quadz is a reliable and welcoming option on the Arenas strip and is known for being more laid-back than some of the other venues. A good place to start the evening and get your bearings in Palm Springs.

Bar / Nightclub

Queer Bar Seattle

Seattle, WA

A community-centered queer bar in Capitol Hill committed to building a truly inclusive space. Queer Bar hosts regular events for different parts of the LGBTQ community and has been praised for its genuine commitment to creating a welcoming environment for everyone especially those most marginalized.

Bar / Nightclub

Quest Club Tallahassee

Tallahassee, FL

A Tallahassee Florida gay bar that serves the LGBTQ community in the state capital. Quest Club draws a loyal crowd from both the Florida State and FAMU student communities as well as longtime local residents. A consistent and welcoming presence in the Tallahassee gay scene.

Bookstore

Quimby's Bookstore Chicago

Chicago, IL

A Chicago independent bookstore specializing in zines underground comics and alternative publications with a strong commitment to LGBTQ voices and underground culture. Quimby's has been a community resource and gathering place on Wicker Park's Milwaukee Avenue since 1991.

Beach

Race Point Beach

Provincetown, MA

A dramatic and beautiful National Seashore beach at the very tip of Cape Cod near Provincetown. Less crowded than Herring Cove but equally beloved by LGBTQ visitors who make Provincetown their summer home. The lighthouse views and wide open dunes make it feel like the edge of the world.

Bar / Nightclub

Rain on 4th

Austin, TX

One of Austin's most popular gay bars with multiple floors a rooftop deck and regular drag shows and themed nights. It anchors the 4th Street gay strip and draws a big mixed crowd. The outdoor deck is perfect on a warm Texas evening and the entertainment is always top notch.

Campgrounds

Rainbow Campground Indiana

Shoals, IN

An LGBTQ campground in Indiana serving the gay community in a state that often has fewer dedicated queer spaces than its larger neighbors. Rainbow Campground draws campers from across Indiana and neighboring states for its welcoming community atmosphere and regular themed events. An important resource for LGBTQ outdoor enthusiasts in the Midwest who want a specifically affirming camping experience.

Community Center

Rainbow Center Tacoma

Tacoma, WA

The LGBTQ community center for Tacoma and Pierce County Washington. Rainbow Center provides support groups social services drop-in space and community events. It serves as a critical resource for the LGBTQ community in a region that often gets overshadowed by nearby Seattle.

Campgrounds

Rainbow Ranch Campground

Groesbeck, TX

The largest LGBTQ campground in Texas and one of the most celebrated in the country. Sitting on 700 acres of land on the shores of Lake Limestone in central Texas this award-winning destination has won the Dallas Voice Best Weekend Getaway award multiple times. Tent and RV sites cabins an apartment and a house accommodating up to 12 people are all available. Amenities include a resort-style pool overlooking the lake hiking and biking trails boat rentals volleyball and basketball courts and a pavilion. Event weekends throughout the year feature themed parties drag shows and community celebrations.

Bar / Nightclub

Rawhide Country Bar Seattle

Seattle, WA

A Seattle country western gay bar that has been a Capitol Hill institution for years. Rawhide draws a welcoming crowd for its two-step lessons themed country nights and a dance floor that gets busy on weekends. The bar has a loyal community of regulars and is known for being genuinely inclusive and welcoming to newcomers to both the bar and country dancing.

Park / Hiking

Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk

Rehoboth Beach, DE

The famous boardwalk of Rehoboth Beach Delaware is the social center of this beloved LGBTQ beach town. The boardwalk and the streets leading from it are lined with shops restaurants bars and amusements. A perfect place to spend a summer evening with the community.

Community Center

Resource Center Dallas

Dallas, TX

One of the largest LGBTQ community centers in the South serving the Dallas community since 1983. Resource Center offers HIV services mental health counseling food assistance housing support and a wide range of community programs. A critical lifeline for a large and diverse LGBTQ community.

Bar / Nightclub

Ribar Minneapolis

Minneapolis, MN

A Minneapolis gay bar in the Hennepin Avenue corridor with a welcoming atmosphere and a diverse crowd. Ribar has become a reliable option for the Twin Cities LGBTQ community looking for a fun and friendly bar without the intensity of larger nightclub venues.

Bar / Nightclub

Rich's Houston

Houston, TX

A Houston club legend known for its Latin nights circuit parties and some of the best DJs that come through Texas. Rich's draws a diverse crowd and the energy on the dance floor on a Saturday night is something you have to experience to understand.

Bar / Nightclub

Rich's Portland

Portland, OR

A Portland gay bar with a strong community following and regular entertainment. Rich's draws a diverse crowd from Portland's active LGBTQ community and has a reputation for inclusive events and a welcoming atmosphere.

Bar / Nightclub

Rich's San Diego

San Diego, CA

One of San Diego's most popular gay nightclubs located in Hillcrest with a large dance floor and regular themed events. Rich's draws a high-energy crowd on weekends and the drag shows are consistently entertaining. A solid option for a big night out in San Diego.

Bar / Nightclub

Ripcord Bar Denver

Denver, CO

Denver's leather and Levi bar that has been a community gathering place for the city's leather and bear community for many years. Ripcord hosts regular leather events fundraisers and community nights and is an important part of Denver's diverse LGBTQ nightlife scene. A welcoming space for those who identify with leather culture and the broader alternative gay community.

Campgrounds

Rivendell Ohio

Milford Center, OH

An LGBTQ campground in rural Ohio offering a peaceful natural retreat for queer campers. Rivendell draws a loyal community from across the Midwest for its relaxed atmosphere themed events and genuine sense of LGBTQ community. An important outdoor resource for Ohio's large gay community that often has fewer dedicated spaces in rural areas.

Bar / Nightclub

Roscoe's Tavern

Chicago, IL

A multi-room Boystown bar that has been a social hub for Chicago's gay community since 1987. Roscoe's has a restaurant a pool room a dance floor and a patio. It is the kind of place you go for happy hour and end up staying for the whole night.

Drag Show and Bars

Rose Room Dallas

Dallas, TX

One of the largest and most legendary drag venues in the United States located upstairs inside Station 4 on Cedar Springs Road. The Rose Room cast delivers star-studded performances every week immersed in elaborate light shows and theatrical special effects. Shows run Thursday through Sunday with amateur nights and the legendary Rose Room show. Described for decades as a showgirl's paradise and the dream stage for every aspiring drag performer in Texas.

Campgrounds

Roseland Resort and Campground

Markleysburg, PA

A men-only clothing-optional resort and campground near the West Virginia-Pennsylvania border about two hours southwest of Pittsburgh. Roseland hosts a full calendar of themed weekends including M and N Fun Bear Fair in September and Nude Year's Eve celebrations. Set in a beautiful natural area with wooded camping sites and resort amenities. A welcoming community atmosphere that draws regulars from across the mid-Atlantic and Midwest.

Community Center

SAGE National

New York, NY

The country's largest and oldest organization dedicated to improving the lives of LGBTQ older adults. SAGE provides services advocacy and research focused on the unique needs of LGBTQ seniors and has chapters and affiliate organizations across the country.

Clothing Optional Resorts

Santiago Resort Palm Springs

Palm Springs, CA

An all-male clothing-optional resort in Palm Springs known for its lush garden setting and all-inclusive vibe. Santiago Resort is frequently mentioned by travelers as one of the most welcoming and socially connected gay resorts in the desert. The gardens create a secluded oasis feel and the community pool atmosphere encourages guests to get to know each other. A great choice for solo travelers or groups who want a genuinely social resort experience.

Community Center

Savannah LGBT Center

Savannah, GA

A community center in Savannah Georgia providing support and resources for the LGBTQ community in the coastal Georgia region. The center hosts support groups social events and outreach programming and serves as a welcoming space in a city with a growing queer population.

Bar / Nightclub

Scandals Columbia

Columbia, SC

Columbia South Carolina's primary gay bar that serves the LGBTQ community in the state capital. Scandals has been a gathering place for the South Carolina queer community for years and is valued for being a consistently welcoming space in a state where such spaces are important.

Bar / Nightclub

Scandals Saloon Cincinnati

Cincinnati, OH

A Cincinnati gay bar that has been a community institution for decades. Scandals is a neighborhood bar with a loyal following and the kind of comfortable atmosphere that keeps people coming back week after week. An important part of the Cincinnati LGBTQ social landscape.

Bar / Nightclub

Scarlet Bar Honolulu

Honolulu, HI

A popular LGBTQ bar in Honolulu's Chinatown area that has been a gathering place for Hawaii's queer community for years. Scarlet draws a diverse crowd including locals and tourists and hosts regular drag shows and themed nights that reflect the vibrant character of Honolulu's gay scene.

Bar / Nightclub

Scoot Inn Austin

Austin, TX

An Austin music venue and bar on the East Side with a strong queer following and a welcoming atmosphere for all parts of the LGBTQ community. Scoot Inn hosts a mix of live music events and LGBTQ themed nights drawing a diverse creative crowd that reflects Austin's famously inclusive character. The outdoor patio and string lights create one of the best outdoor bar atmospheres in the city.

Beach

Sebastian Street Gay Beach

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Fort Lauderdale's most popular gay beach located near the heart of the LGBTQ-friendly hotel district. Beautiful white sand and warm Atlantic water with a crowd that is friendly and social. Nearby Wilton Manors adds a whole neighborhood of bars and restaurants to explore after the beach.

Bookstore

Semicolon Bookstore Chicago

Chicago, IL

A Chicago independent bookstore with a commitment to diverse voices including LGBTQ authors. Semicolon has become a community institution and hosts regular events readings and celebrations of queer and diverse literature in the heart of Chicago.

Neighborhood / District

Short North Columbus

Columbus, OH

Columbus Ohio's arts district and LGBTQ neighborhood along North High Street. The Short North is a vibrant mix of galleries restaurants bars and shops with a strong queer presence. It hosts the annual Columbus Pride festival and is one of the most walkable and welcoming urban neighborhoods in the Midwest.

Drag Show and Bars

Showgirls Atlanta

Atlanta, GA

An Atlanta drag show bar in the Midtown area known for its high-energy performances and welcoming atmosphere. Showgirls draws a diverse crowd for its nightly drag shows and has become an important part of Atlanta's growing and diversifying LGBTQ entertainment scene. Great for groups looking for a lively and entertaining night out in Midtown.

Community Center

Side by Side Richmond

Richmond, VA

A Richmond Virginia organization serving LGBTQ youth through support groups drop-in services and community programming. Side by Side fills a critical gap for young queer people in the Richmond area and has been building community and providing resources since 2002.

Bar / Nightclub

Sidelines Sports Bar Wilton Manors

Wilton Manors, FL

A popular sports bar on Wilton Drive in Wilton Manors that draws a big crowd for sporting events and also hosts regular community nights. Sidelines combines the sports bar experience with an inclusive LGBTQ atmosphere and has a strong neighborhood following.

Bar / Nightclub

Sidetrack Bar

Chicago, IL

A Boystown institution on Halsted Street in Chicago that opened in 1982 and has been going strong ever since. Sidetrack is known for its video bars themed nights and a friendly crowd that spans all ages. It gets particularly lively during show tune sing-along nights.

Bar / Nightclub

Sidewinders Bar Tucson

Tucson, AZ

A Tucson gay bar that has been a community gathering place and dance venue for many years. Sidewinders draws a friendly local crowd for its dance nights and regular events and is known for being one of the most welcoming and relaxed gay bars in the southern Arizona area. A solid community anchor for Tucson's LGBTQ population.

Clothing Optional Resorts

Skylark Hotel Palm Springs

Palm Springs, CA

A gay-welcoming boutique hotel in Palm Springs combining sleek modern design with the signature mid-century Palm Springs aesthetic. The Skylark offers a resort pool experience in a quieter setting than some of the larger venues while still being convenient to the Arenas Road entertainment district. Praised by travelers for its serene atmosphere and the quality of its accommodations.

Beach

Smathers Beach Key West

Key West, FL

Key West's longest beach and a popular spot with both the gay community and general visitors. The shallow warm water makes it ideal for wading and the palm trees provide some shade. A nice option when the more popular gay spots get too crowded.

Neighborhood / District

SOMA San Francisco

San Francisco, CA

The South of Market neighborhood in San Francisco has been central to the city's leather and alternative queer scene for decades. The concentration of leather bars clubs and community spaces in SoMa represents a distinctive part of LGBTQ culture with venues like The Eagle Powerhouse Bar The Stud and numerous clubs that have made this neighborhood legendary.

Bar / Nightclub

South Beach Houston

Houston, TX

One of Houston's busiest gay clubs with multiple rooms a large dance floor and drag shows that pull in serious crowds. Located in the Montrose neighborhood it has been a nightlife anchor for the community for years. The drag entertainment here is among the best in the city.

Neighborhood / District

South Beach Miami

Miami Beach, FL

The famous Art Deco district of Miami Beach has a strong LGBTQ presence particularly along Ocean Drive and the area around 12th Street. Dozens of gay-friendly hotels bars clubs and restaurants are packed into this area. The beach here has a well-known gay section near 12th Street.

Neighborhood / District

South End Boston

Boston, MA

Boston's South End neighborhood is the heart of the city's LGBTQ community with a high concentration of gay bars restaurants and community organizations. The Victorian-era brownstones and tree-lined streets give the neighborhood a beautiful character and the community here has a strong and proud identity.

Bar / Nightclub

Spectators Bar Fayetteville

Fayetteville, AR

A Fayetteville Arkansas gay bar that serves the LGBTQ community in this college town in the Ozarks. Spectators has been a welcoming space for years and reflects the surprisingly active queer scene in a progressive university community in the middle of Arkansas.

Bar / Nightclub

Spectrum Baltimore

Baltimore, MD

A welcoming gay bar in Baltimore's Mount Vernon neighborhood which is the city's LGBTQ hub. Spectrum draws a friendly mixed crowd and is part of the lively bar scene along Charles Street that makes Mount Vernon one of the most welcoming neighborhoods in Maryland.

Campgrounds

Starlite Lodge North Carolina

Laurel Hill, NC

An LGBTQ campground in North Carolina offering a welcoming outdoor community experience in the scenic Appalachian foothills. Starlite Lodge draws campers from across the Southeast for its regular event weekends and relaxed community atmosphere. A good option for queer outdoor enthusiasts in the region who want a specifically welcoming and safe camping environment.

Bar / Nightclub

Station 4

Dallas, TX

One of the biggest gay clubs on Cedar Springs Road in Dallas with multiple dance floors themed nights and a crowd that keeps the energy going until dawn. Known for its drag shows and circuit-style events. The production quality of the performances is genuinely impressive.

Gay Saunas and Bathhouses

Steamworks Berkeley

Berkeley, CA

The original and founding location of the Steamworks chain opened in Berkeley in 1976 just 15 minutes from San Francisco. Open 24 hours every single day of the year this Bay Area institution features a gym hot tubs a rooftop sundeck private rooms and a maze. A cornerstone of gay men's nightlife and intimacy culture in Northern California for nearly five decades. Membership applies across all US Steamworks locations.

Gay Saunas and Bathhouses

Steamworks Chicago

Chicago, IL

One of the most celebrated gay bathhouses in the country located in the heart of Boystown on North Halsted Street. This four-story 24/7 complex consistently ranks at the top of every list for gay bathhouses in America. Multiple floors with saunas steam rooms private rooms a maze themed spaces and social areas. The crowd is diverse and the energy peaks on weekends especially during Pride and Market Days. A single membership gives you access to all Steamworks US locations.

Gay Saunas and Bathhouses

Steamworks Seattle

Seattle, WA

Located in Capitol Hill Seattle's LGBTQ neighborhood this Steamworks location operates 24 hours a day 365 days a year. The building is marked by a distinctive yellow brick facade and door on Summit Avenue. Full-service spa facilities include private cabins video lounge showers sauna and steam room. The venue is trans-friendly and draws a diverse crowd of men from the Seattle community and visitors from out of town.

Bar / Nightclub

Stonewall Inn

New York, NY

One of the most important bars in LGBTQ+ history. The 1969 Stonewall uprising that happened right here sparked the modern gay rights movement. Today it is a National Monument and still a working bar that welcomes everyone. Walking through the door feels like walking through history.

Community Center

Stonewall Inn Gives Back Initiative

New York, NY

The charitable arm of the historic Stonewall Inn in New York City that supports LGBTQ organizations nationwide through fundraising events and community initiatives. The Stonewall name carries enormous weight in the community and the charitable mission extends the bar's historic legacy.

Park / Hiking

Stonewall National Monument

New York, NY

A national monument in New York City's Greenwich Village that encompasses the Stonewall Inn and the surrounding area. Designated by President Obama in 2016 it is the first national monument dedicated to LGBTQ rights in American history. The monument acknowledges the pivotal role of the 1969 uprising in the fight for equality.

Community Center

SunServe Wilton Manors

Wilton Manors, FL

A social services agency in South Florida specifically focused on LGBTQ people providing mental health services support groups case management and outreach. SunServe has been serving the Broward County LGBTQ community for decades and is a critical partner for vulnerable community members.

Bar / Nightclub

Swinging Richards Atlanta

Atlanta, GA

An Atlanta adult entertainment bar that has been a community institution in the Midtown area for many years. Part of the diverse tapestry of LGBTQ nightlife in Atlanta it serves a specific community within the broader gay scene and has a loyal following.

Bar / Nightclub

Tabu Lounge Philadelphia

Philadelphia, PA

A friendly sports bar in Philadelphia's Gayborhood that draws a big crowd for game nights and also hosts regular community events. Tabu manages to be both a genuine sports bar and a welcoming community gathering place which is a rare combination done very well.

Bar / Nightclub

TC's Lounge Minneapolis

Minneapolis, MN

A Minneapolis neighborhood bar with a strong LGBTQ community presence that has been a gathering place for years. TC's is an unpretentious local spot that draws a loyal crowd looking for a welcoming and comfortable place to have a drink and socialize.

Bar / Nightclub

The Abbey Food and Bar

West Hollywood, CA

West Hollywood's most iconic gay bar and restaurant. The Abbey started as a coffee shop in 1991 and grew into a sprawling outdoor and indoor venue with multiple bars and a full kitchen. It is the social center of WeHo and one of the most visited gay bars in the world.

Bar / Nightclub

The Alibi Room Seattle

Seattle, WA

A Capitol Hill Seattle bar with a strong queer following and a welcoming neighborhood atmosphere. The Alibi Room is a reliable option for an evening in Capitol Hill with a crowd that represents the diversity and warmth of Seattle's LGBTQ community.

Community Center

The Aliveness Project Minneapolis

Minneapolis, MN

A Minneapolis community center and resource specifically for people living with HIV. The Aliveness Project provides free testing nutrition services wellness programming and a deeply welcoming community space that has been a vital resource for the Twin Cities community since 1985.

Bar / Nightclub

The Bourbon Pub and Parade

New Orleans, LA

A multi-level entertainment complex on Bourbon Street with a video bar on the ground floor and a dance club upstairs. The Bourbon Pub is one of New Orleans' busiest gay venues with drag shows on the balcony and a crowd that keeps the energy going all night long.

Bar / Nightclub

The Brass Rail Fort Wayne

Fort Wayne, IN

A Fort Wayne Indiana gay bar that has been a community institution for decades serving one of the larger LGBTQ communities in the Midwest outside of Indianapolis and Chicago. The Brass Rail draws a loyal local crowd and is an important social hub for the region.

Neighborhood / District

The Castro

San Francisco, CA

San Francisco's world-famous LGBTQ neighborhood and one of the most significant places in queer history. The Castro became a center of gay life in the 1970s and was central to the early activism around AIDS in the 1980s. Today it is still a vibrant community with bars restaurants shops and the historic Castro Theatre.

Community Center

The Center NYC

New York, NY

The Lesbian Gay Bisexual and Transgender Community Center in New York City is one of the largest and most active LGBTQ community centers in the world. Since 1983 it has served as a home base for hundreds of groups and organizations. It offers counseling programs support groups and event space for the community.

Bar / Nightclub

The Closet Chicago

Chicago, IL

A small welcoming lesbian bar in the Boystown area that has been a community anchor since 1978. The Closet is unpretentious with cheap drinks a jukebox and a regular crowd that feels like family. One of the few lesbian bars still standing in the country.

Bar / Nightclub

The Connection Lexington

Lexington, KY

A Lexington Kentucky gay bar that serves the LGBTQ community in the Bluegrass State. The Connection has been a gathering place for Kentucky's queer community and draws people from across the region for its events and welcoming atmosphere.

Community Center

The DC LGBTQ Community Center

Washington, DC

A welcoming space in Washington DC offering support groups wellness programs social events and resources for the LGBTQ community. The center serves all ages and identities and has become a key gathering place for DC's queer residents. Regular programming includes everything from yoga to legal workshops.

Bar / Nightclub

The Eagle NYC

New York, NY

A New York institution for the leather and bear community since 1970. Known for its rooftop bar and regular themed nights. A no-judgment zone where the dress code ranges from leather to casual and everyone gets a warm welcome.

Bar / Nightclub

The Eagle San Francisco

San Francisco, CA

San Francisco's iconic SoMa leather bar that has been a cornerstone of the leather community since 1981. The Eagle hosts the famous Sunday Beer Bust on its patio that has been a city institution for decades. The outdoor patio fills up with a mix of leather community members and allies and the proceeds regularly support LGBTQ charities and organizations.

Bar / Nightclub

The Golden Lantern New Orleans

New Orleans, LA

A small neighborhood bar in New Orleans' Lower Garden District that has been a beloved community gathering place for decades. The Golden Lantern draws a loyal local crowd and is the kind of bar where you always run into someone you know. A true neighborhood institution.

Gay Saunas and Bathhouses

The Gym Boston

Boston, MA

A Boston gay men's social club serving the South End LGBTQ community for many years. The Gym offers steam room sauna private rooms and social spaces in a welcoming environment. Located in Boston's South End neighborhood it draws a loyal following from the city's active gay community and is a practical option for visitors staying in the area.

Park / Hiking

The High Line New York

New York, NY

An elevated park built on a historic freight rail line on the west side of Manhattan. The High Line has become a favorite gathering place for New York's LGBTQ community and the surrounding Chelsea and Hudson Yards neighborhoods have strong queer identities. Beautiful views of the city and Hudson River.

Community Center

The LGBT Community Center of Greater Cleveland

Cleveland, OH

Cleveland's LGBTQ community center offering social services HIV services mental health support and community programming for the Northeast Ohio region. The center serves as a gathering place and resource hub for a large and diverse regional queer community.

Bar / Nightclub

The Lipstick Lounge Nashville

Nashville, TN

A beloved lesbian bar in Nashville that has been a community gathering place for over two decades. The Lipstick Lounge is a small intimate venue with a strong reputation for live music and a crowd that is genuinely welcoming to everyone.

Bar / Nightclub

The Max Jackson Mississippi

Jackson, MS

A Jackson Mississippi gay bar that serves the LGBTQ community in the Deep South state capital. The Max provides a welcoming and safe space for Mississippi's queer community in a political environment that has historically been hostile to LGBTQ rights. An important community institution.

Bar / Nightclub

The Midnight Sun

San Francisco, CA

A video bar in the heart of the Castro that has been running since 1971. It plays music videos and keeps things going late into the night. The crowd is friendly and the drinks are reasonably priced for the neighborhood. A classic Castro stop on any night out.

Community Center

The Montrose Center Houston

Houston, TX

Houston's LGBTQ community center serving the city since 1978. The Montrose Center offers mental health services chemical dependency treatment housing support and senior programs. It is the anchor institution for Houston's Montrose neighborhood which has been the center of the city's LGBTQ community for decades.

Clothing Optional Resorts

The Palms Hotel Palm Springs

Palm Springs, CA

A popular gay men's hotel and resort in Palm Springs known for a lively social atmosphere and well-appointed accommodations. The Palms draws a sociable crowd and is known for its pool area where guests gather to socialize throughout the day. Located in a convenient area with easy access to both Warm Sands and Arenas Road making it a practical choice as well as an enjoyable stay.

Community Center

The Pride Center at Equality Park

Wilton Manors, FL

Located in Wilton Manors Florida this is one of the most active LGBTQ community centers in the Southeast. The campus includes multiple organizations and services including health care social services and community programming. Wilton Manors itself is one of the most LGBTQ-populated cities in the country.

Bar / Nightclub

The Roost Charlotte

Charlotte, NC

A Charlotte North Carolina gay bar with a welcoming community atmosphere and regular events. The Roost draws a friendly local crowd and has become a reliable gathering place for the Charlotte LGBTQ community as the city's queer scene has grown.

Bar / Nightclub

The Saloon Minneapolis

Minneapolis, MN

A classic Minneapolis gay bar with a long history and a loyal following. The Saloon is known for its video screens pool tables and a crowd that mixes all ages and types. A good solid neighborhood gay bar that does not try to be anything it is not.

Gay Saunas and Bathhouses

The San Jose Spa

San Jose, CA

A San Jose based gay men's sauna and social club serving the Silicon Valley LGBTQ community. The spa offers private rooms sauna steam and social facilities in a welcoming environment. A practical and community-connected option for gay men in the South Bay area who want a safe and affirming social and wellness space.

Bar / Nightclub

The Sun Trapp Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City, UT

Salt Lake City's most popular gay bar with a large outdoor patio and a relaxed welcoming atmosphere. The Sun Trapp draws a cross-section of Utah's LGBTQ community and has become a gathering place that feels like a genuine neighborhood bar rather than a nightclub. The patio is especially beloved.

Community Center

The Trevor Project

New York, NY

The leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to LGBTQ young people. The TrevorLifeline TrevorText and TrevorSpace platforms together reach thousands of young people every day. Based in New York with staff across the country.

Gay Saunas and Bathhouses

The Tugboat Phoenix

Phoenix, AZ

A Phoenix gay sauna and social club that describes itself as a private men's health club. Big butch and friendly in character with two video lounges a small but well-equipped gym steam room shower areas private cabins and specialized rooms. Located a few blocks from the main Phoenix gay district. The crowd skews toward the leather bear blue collar and fetish communities.

Gay Saunas and Bathhouses

The Warehouse Minneapolis

Minneapolis, MN

A Minneapolis gay men's social club with a strong community following in the Twin Cities. The Warehouse offers steam room sauna private rooms and social areas in a welcoming environment. Located in the downtown Minneapolis area and drawing a loyal following from the city's large and active gay community.

Community Center

The Women's Building San Francisco

San Francisco, CA

A San Francisco institution that has been a home for women's and feminist organizations including many LGBTQ groups since 1979. The Women's Building provides affordable space for community organizations and hosts events programming and services in the Mission District.

Campgrounds

The Woods Camping Resort Pennsylvania

Lehighton, PA

An adults-only LGBTQ camping resort in Pennsylvania with a full range of amenities and a busy events calendar. The Woods offers tent and RV sites as well as cabin accommodations with pools entertainment and themed weekends throughout the season. A well-established destination for the East Coast gay camping community that draws visitors from across the mid-Atlantic and beyond.

Hotel / Lodging

The Worthington Guest House Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale, FL

A popular gay men's guesthouse in Fort Lauderdale's LGBTQ hotel district near Sebastian Street Beach. The Worthington has been welcoming gay guests for years with a clothing-optional pool and a genuinely community-oriented atmosphere that makes guests feel at home quickly.

Drag Show and Bars

Thee Parkside San Francisco

San Francisco, CA

A Potrero Hill San Francisco bar and venue with a strong connection to queer performance culture. Thee Parkside hosts regular drag shows and queer events alongside its regular music programming drawing a diverse crowd from San Francisco's creative and LGBTQ communities. A welcoming and unpretentious space in a neighborhood that has developed a strong queer following.

Bar / Nightclub

Therapy NYC

New York, NY

A popular multi-level gay bar and lounge in Hell's Kitchen that has been a neighborhood staple since 2002. Known for its drag shows cabaret nights and strong cocktails. The staff is genuinely friendly and the crowd is always a good mix.

Bar / Nightclub

This Is It Milwaukee

Milwaukee, WI

Milwaukee's oldest gay bar operating since 1968 making it one of the longest continuously running gay bars in the United States. This Is It is a neighborhood institution with a loyal regular crowd and the kind of history that makes a bar feel genuinely important to a community.

Bar / Nightclub

Toucans Tiki Lounge Palm Springs

Palm Springs, CA

The anchor of Palm Springs' gay nightlife scene on Arenas Road. Toucans Tiki Lounge has a tropical theme karaoke nights dance floor and drag shows that keep it busy most nights of the week. The venue draws a mix of locals and visitors and is particularly packed during White Party weekend and Pride events. The classic tiki decoration and festive atmosphere make it one of the most fun gay bars in the desert.

Bar / Nightclub

Tracks Nightclub Denver

Denver, CO

One of Denver's biggest gay clubs with a huge warehouse space multiple rooms and some of the best DJ nights in the city. Tracks has been a Denver institution for decades and the Halloween and Pride events here are legendary. The production quality of major events is seriously impressive.

Community Center

Transgender Law Center

Oakland, CA

The largest national trans-led organization advocating for a world free from discrimination where all people can live safely and authentically. The Transgender Law Center works through litigation advocacy and organizing across the country.

Clothing Optional Resorts

Triangle Inn Palm Springs

Palm Springs, CA

A clothing-optional gay men's resort in Palm Springs known for its home-like feel and a loyal following that returns year after year. The courtyard pool and comfortable suites create a peaceful setting that feels genuinely welcoming rather than institutional. The staff are known for building a warm community atmosphere among guests. Located in the Warm Sands area within easy reach of Arenas Road nightlife.

Campgrounds

Triangle Recreation Camp

Ravensdale, WA

Established in 1975 Triangle Recreation Camp is one of the oldest LGBTQ owned and operated campgrounds in the country located in the Pacific Northwest. Gay lesbian bisexual transgender and queer owned and operated this family-friendly resort draws visitors from across the Northwest for a welcoming outdoor community experience with a full calendar of events throughout the camping season.

Neighborhood / District

Triangle Square Hollywood

Hollywood, CA

A senior housing and community development in Hollywood California specifically designed for LGBTQ seniors. Triangle Square was the first affordable LGBTQ senior housing project in the country and remains a model for how communities can care for their older queer members.

Community Center

True Colors United

New York, NY

A New York-based organization focused on LGBTQ youth homelessness working to end homelessness for the disproportionately high number of LGBTQ young people who lack stable housing. True Colors United advocates changes in policy and practice and supports young people directly.

Clothing Optional Resorts

Twin Palms Resort Palm Springs

Palm Springs, CA

A newly redesigned midcentury retreat in Palm Springs offering complimentary breakfast and lunch a chic pool a 12-person spa a fire pit and luxurious rooms. Twin Palms has a polished boutique resort feel with beautiful midcentury modern design that feels quintessentially Palm Springs. A welcoming and stylish option in the Warm Sands neighborhood for gay travelers who want a slightly more refined resort experience.

Bar / Nightclub

Twin Peaks Tavern

San Francisco, CA

A Castro District institution that holds the distinction of being the first gay bar in the US with floor to ceiling windows that let the world see inside. When it opened in 1972 that was a radical act of visibility. Today it is a cozy neighborhood bar where the Castro community gathers.

Bar / Nightclub

Twist Miami

Miami Beach, FL

A multi-level gay bar and nightclub in South Beach that has been one of the most popular gay venues in Miami for decades. Twist is open every night of the week and draws a diverse crowd from the local community and visitors from around the world. Seven bars across multiple floors keep the party going all night.

Restaurant / Cafe

Twisted Pine Brewing Boulder

Boulder, CO

A Boulder Colorado craft brewery that is well-known for its welcoming and inclusive atmosphere and strong support of the LGBTQ community. Twisted Pine regularly hosts community events and fundraisers making it a social hub for Boulder's queer community beyond just the bar scene.

Campgrounds

Umpqua's Last Resort

Idleyld Park, OR

A gay-owned and operated campground in the Umpqua National Forest in Oregon offering RV and tent sites cabins and glamping accommodations. A range of guided outdoor activities are available including mountain biking fly fishing white water rafting and hiking. One of the most outdoor-adventure focused gay campgrounds in the country set in the gorgeous forest landscape of southern Oregon.

Campgrounds

Up the Creek Campground Missouri

Bourbon, MO

A Missouri LGBTQ campground offering a welcoming outdoor community experience for queer Missourians and visitors from neighboring states. Up the Creek draws a friendly community for its themed weekends and relaxed camp atmosphere. Camping in Missouri along a scenic waterway with a specifically LGBTQ welcoming environment is a rarer option in the region making this campground a valued resource.

Bar / Nightclub

Urban Mo's San Diego

San Diego, CA

A popular bar and restaurant in San Diego's Hillcrest neighborhood with a large patio and a welcoming crowd. Urban Mo's is a neighborhood gathering place that does food and drinks equally well and draws a diverse mix of the local LGBTQ community.

Community Center

Utah Pride Center

Salt Lake City, UT

Salt Lake City's LGBTQ community center providing support services advocacy and community programming for Utah's queer residents since 1992. It organizes the annual Utah Pride Festival and offers year-round programs including a youth program food pantry and health services.

Clothing Optional Resorts

Vista Grande Resort Palm Springs

Palm Springs, CA

A lush tropical oasis in the heart of Palm Springs' Warm Sands neighborhood described as a little slice of gay heaven on earth. Two heated pools waterfalls cascading into whirlpools a steam room a hot tub that accommodates up to 16 people and verdant gardens create a resort experience unlike anywhere else in the desert. Micro-fine water mister fans on padded lounge chairs keep guests cool in the summer heat. Just blocks from downtown's gay nightlife on Arenas Road.

Campgrounds

Vitambi Springs

Indiantown, FL

An all-male wilderness camp and resort approximately 90 minutes from Miami and Fort Lauderdale in Florida. Vitambi Springs offers a secluded getaway with trailer and RV hookups a clothing-optional pool at the Garden Quarter and the on-site Bongo Bar and BOLO Cafe open on weekends. A peaceful alternative to the busy South Florida gay scene with a community of regulars who return for the natural setting and welcoming atmosphere.

Neighborhood / District

Warm Sands Neighborhood Palm Springs

Palm Springs, CA

The residential and resort neighborhood in Palm Springs most associated with gay men's resorts and guesthouses. Named for the warm sandy soil of the area the Warm Sands district contains the highest concentration of gay men's clothing-optional resorts in the country. The streets are lined with mid-century modern architecture lush garden walls and resort signs that tell the story of Palm Springs' decades as a premier gay destination.

Park / Hiking

Waterfront Park Louisville

Louisville, KY

Louisville Kentucky's beautiful Ohio River waterfront park is a popular gathering place for the city's LGBTQ community especially during Pride season. The park hosts Louisville Pride events and provides beautiful river views and green space for community gatherings.

Neighborhood / District

West Hollywood

West Hollywood, CA

The city of West Hollywood is one of the most LGBTQ-friendly cities in the world with gay and lesbian residents making up a significant portion of the population. Santa Monica Boulevard is the center of the action with dozens of bars clubs restaurants and shops. The city actively celebrates and protects the LGBTQ community.

Park / Hiking

White Party Palm Springs

Palm Springs, CA

One of the most famous gay circuit party events in the world held annually in Palm Springs over a long spring weekend. The White Party draws tens of thousands of gay men from around the globe for multiple days of pool parties DJ events and nightclub gatherings spread across multiple venues throughout the city. Tickets to the major events sell out months in advance and the event has been a community institution since the 1980s.

Community Center

Whitman-Walker Health DC

Washington, DC

A Washington DC health center founded in the 1970s to serve the LGBTQ community and people living with HIV. Whitman-Walker provides primary care mental health dental care and HIV services and has been a critical health resource for the DC LGBTQ community for five decades.

Bar / Nightclub

Wildrose Seattle

Seattle, WA

Seattle's most beloved lesbian bar that has been a Capitol Hill fixture since 1984. The Wildrose draws a diverse crowd of queer women and allies with a welcoming no-frills atmosphere and a commitment to being a safe community space. One of a rare and shrinking number of lesbian bars in the country.

Community Center

William Way LGBT Community Center

Philadelphia, PA

Philadelphia's LGBTQ community center since 1976. William Way offers a lending library LGBTQ archives exhibition space counseling services and dozens of ongoing groups and programs. It is a genuine community hub that serves all ages and backgrounds within the Philadelphia queer community.

Neighborhood / District

Wilton Manors

Wilton Manors, FL

A small city in Broward County Florida that has one of the highest concentrations of LGBTQ residents of any city in the country. Wilton Drive is lined with gay bars restaurants shops and community organizations. It is a genuinely LGBTQ city in every sense and consistently welcoming to visitors.

Bar / Nightclub

Woody's Dallas

Dallas, TX

A casual and friendly gay bar and restaurant on Cedar Springs that has been feeding and watering the Dallas LGBTQ community for years. The patio is always packed and the food is better than you expect from a bar. A good first stop before heading further down the strip.

Bar / Nightclub

Woody's Philadelphia

Philadelphia, PA

A Gayborhood anchor in Philadelphia that has been serving the community since 1982. Woody's is a multi-level bar and nightclub that draws a large mixed crowd with a dance floor upstairs and a more casual bar scene downstairs. One of the most reliably busy gay bars in Philadelphia.

Clothing Optional Resorts

Xanadu Resort Florida Keys

Big Pine Key, FL

A gay men's clothing-optional resort in the Florida Keys offering a tropical island setting with pool and resort amenities. Located in a beautiful Keys environment Xanadu draws visitors from across Florida and beyond for a genuinely remote and relaxing gay resort experience in one of the country's most beautiful natural settings.

Bar / Nightclub

Xposed Bar Little Rock

Little Rock, AR

A Little Rock Arkansas gay bar that has been a gathering place for the LGBTQ community in the state capital. Xposed draws a loyal local crowd and is one of the primary social hubs for Arkansas's queer community providing a consistently welcoming space.

Gay Saunas and Bathhouses

Zone Los Angeles

Los Angeles, CA

A Los Angeles gay men's social club in the Hollywood area offering a welcoming environment for gay and bisexual men to socialize and connect. Zone LA offers the standard facilities including steam room sauna private rooms and social spaces and has built a loyal following among LA's gay community. Open 24 hours with membership and walk-in options.