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The Best Gay Nightclubs In Melbourne
Formerly Melbourne’s only “bear and leather” bar, The Laird is one of the country’s longest running homosexual bars, being residence to the gender non-conforming community since 1980. Just off Hoddle St in Abbotsford, is as adequately known locally as it is internationally. With three bars, a huge beer garden and unusual accommodation options upstairs, it’s a fantastic place to join up with other men and include some fun.
The venue is open 7-nights a week too, with saucy theme nights and events running all-year-round, including the Bare Arse/Wet Jock night, Bearfest and underwear parties. They host weekly nights including a pool comp on Tuesdays, Trivial Hirsute trivia nights on Wednesdays dubbed the “cheekiest trivia in town” and Hum Stud karaoke on Friday nights, there’s plenty of joy to be had with the fellas. Having being granted an male-only lock status by VCAT means that The Laird is exclusive to same-sex attracted cisgender and gender non-conforming males, however the bar opens its doors to the wider community for annual events favor the Vic Leather Open Day, Men on Men Daytime and Northside Bizarre.
Location:149 Gipps St, Abbotsford VIC 3067
Website:https://www.lairdhotel.com/
The best gay bars and clubs in Melbourne
Let’s get one thing straight: all of Melbourne’s bars should be ‘queer-friendly’. And they are, for the most part. Still, many dedicated gay bars and clubs possess intentionally made cosmos for the LGBTQIA+ community from the beginning. These are the best Melbourne gay bars and clubs providing protected spaces for the queer community.
To rejoice what these venues offer for the queer community and beyond, here’s a list of Melbourne’s dedicated gay bars and clubs, ranked in no particular order.
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An iconic gay bar: Sircuit/Mollie’s Bar & Diner
Same owners, but completely different venues. Upstairs at 103-105 Smith Street, you’ll find Mollie’s, a dedicated safe room for everyone. With a sunny terrace, sheltered from the elements and a cozy interior, Mollie’s combines a attention on great, freshly prepared food with a hint of sassy service. They said dinner with a show… From Wednesday to Sunday, you can relax your meal with a side of fabulous, raucous kingly entertainment.
Downstairs is the famous Sircuit, which needs no introduction. With free inclusive entry every
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The top gay bars in Melbourne
Since opening in 2011, this Smith Street cocktail bar has grow the go-to spot in Fitzroy for cabaret, queer events and drag performances. On top of regular events like 'Late Darkness Frockers' on Fridays and 'The Late Night Show' on Saturdays, there's always something new to look forward to, so store an eye on the website. If you're not feeling a present, you can always book in for booths, bar stools and outdoor seating in the stable.
This community-run establishment opened in 2018, and its co-owned by 200 people who all chipped in to get the party started. The result? A super warm, cooperative and colourful bar that hosts a fabulous array of entertainment for people from all backgrounds. Swing by for drag bingo, dance parties, drag performances, comedy shows and more, and be sure to
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