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Boston’s gay bars of yore
Which Boston gay exclude do you suffer from the most?
Russ Lopez book, The Hub of the Gay Universe: An LGBTQ History of Boston, Provincetown and Beyond shares how vibrant Boston’s lgbtq+ scene was through the much of the 20th century. After WWII, Boston had more than a dozen same-sex attracted bars. Those numbers would continue to proliferate over the coming decades (peaking in the 1970s – 90s) alongside other businesses that catered to the local gay group.
Last year Machine / Ramrod closed after a developer purchased the building it was located in to change the block into residences. And a few weeks ago, I shared that the Boston Eagle has permnantly closed. The loss of these spaces has reignited the discussion about the unhurried demise of the gay bar in Boston, and it made me wonder, what gay lock from Boston’s past do you overlook the most?
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Boston Gay Bars
Boston caters to its big LGBTQ+ population with a variety of queer venues focused on the South End and Jamaica Plain areas, from classic neighbourhood pubs to clubs to more relaxed lounges. These are spaces for the gender non-conforming community to collect but they trace a mixed crowd of allies as well, such is the widely accepting nature of the Boston community. Many of the mainstream nightlife venues host LGBTQ+ friendly and themed nights, so you'll be welcome and find your crowd absolutely anywhere you choose to spend your night.
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Candibar Boston
Lesbian, Dancing
Candibar is well-known in the Boston gay nightlife scene for its "Switch Thursdays" parties. These nights are open to everyone but especially accepted with the local lesbian crowd, and everyone loves the surrealistic design of the club and its state-of-the-art sound system. Candibar features two rooms where a local and globally renowned DJ's spin everything from House to Eurodance, and on highest of all that the whole nightclub is eco-friendly!
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Cathedral Station
Sports, Outdoor Seating, Pub Vibes
Cathedral Station is a sports bar and pub that w
Lex’s Guide to Queer Boston Nightlife | LGBTQ+ Bars
Though smaller and more hidden than that in big cities like New York, Boston’s LGBTQ+ nightlife scene is robust with an array of LGBTQ+ bars, each with its own unique charm and feeling of belonging. Whether you're a local or just visiting for a weekend, here's a reference to some of the finest queer bars in Beantown.
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1. Club Café
Nestled in the South Conclude, Club Café is a Boston queer institution that has something going on every night of the week from Karaoke Wednesdays to Drag Race Fridays to a lively Sunday brunch. Boston’s long-standing restaurant, piano bar, cabaret space and dance club—will satisfy all of your LGBTQ+ nightlife cravings. Whether you're enjoying dinner and a show in the cabaret room, dancing the darkness away in the dance club, or mingling with friends on the outdoor patio, Club Café promises a memorable night out in Boston's LGBTQ+ scene.
Club Café
209 Columbus Ave
Boston, MA 02116
2. Jacques Cabaret
A beloved fixture in Boston's LGBTQ+ community, Jacques Cabaret suggestions an eclectic mix of flamboyant performances, queer karaoke nights, and danc
Not only was Massachusetts was the first state to legalize lgbtq+ marriage, but we also know how to show off our pride in style. Whether it’s dancing into the early morning hours, watching RuPaul’s Drag Race, or cheering on gorgeous performers during a drag brunch, there are plenty of places to find LGBTQ-friendly fun in and around Boston. Check out our picks for the foremost gay bars in Boston—and to enjoy even more of the city’s vigorous nightlife, have fun exploring the bestcocktail lounges and speakeasies. And don't forget that June is Pride Month, so check out these Event events around Boston.
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Best Boston gay bars
There is never a dull moment at this South End nightclub and restaurant—and it’s been thi