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From the iconic Cheer Up Charlies on Red River with its drag shows and themed events, to the relaxed vibes of Iron Bear on Colorado St, there's a bar, or dance floor, for every mood.
Dance the night away at Barbarella on 4th St, a popular gay club with a pulsating dance floor and late-night entertainment. Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon!
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Cheer Up Charlie’s has been an integral part of LGBTQ+ and music scenes in Austin since opening in 2010.
Open daily from 2pm to 2am.
8. The Grotto is the perfect spot for those who want to chill out while enjoying great drinks. Every Tuesday of the week Barbarella hosts TUEZGAYZ, a local LGBTQ+ tradition, where they blast the best gay anthems all night long. The drag here is worth a whirl; it is a staple hangout of local gal Basura and her friends, who turn up for fun times such as drag karaoke and pride pageants.
This is also where several RuPaul alumni swing by for appearances, offering meet and greets and other drag treats. Red River St hosts karaoke is on Thursdays, and you’ll hear everything from pop to rock, with plenty of drag queens getting in on the action. With a diverse range of lesbian and gay bars and nightclubs, there's something for everyone in this queer-friendly city.
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Address: 121 E 8th St, Austin, TX 78701
Located in Downtown Austin on Colorado Street, Iron Bear is a popular gay bar with a more relaxed vibe.
Open daily from 4pm to 2am.
Tips for Visiting LGBTQ+ Bars in Austin
- Check the bar websites for happy hour specials and upcoming events. Queer cuties in your neighborhood are right at your fingertips - go meet them!
Looking for something a little less nightlife-related?
Open daily from 8pm to 2am.
6. Neon Grotto also hosts excellent drag shows, karaoke fight club, and viewing parties of RuPaul’s Drag Race.
The home of the hirsute Iron Bear is Austin’s bear bar with nightly events geared towards those looking to leave their shirts at home. It hosts nightly free or donation-based shows featuring local and touring acts and drag extravaganzas.
It’s an absolute blast with super chill, queer-friendly vibes, and a crowd that’s all about having fun. The RuPaul stars also make regular appearances. East Austin is the place to go for a night out on the gay scene, but across the city you'll find a multitude of attractions that are accepting of the community. Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon!
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Say yes to piña coladas, and dance like you are Ricky Martin in Puerto Rico. Clearly, the gang’s been living each festivity like it’s their last, if those heaving downtown parties are anything to go by. Here are the best gay bars in Austin for queers and their awesome allies to live their best lives.
This guide was updated by Austin-based writer James Wong. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out.