Here are all the best LGBTQ bars across Colorado.
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Website/ 3014 E Colfax Ave 80206
Bad Habits knows you can eat and drink anywhere. But owners Billie and Tony want you to know that their welcoming space is what makes them special and worth a visit. They want you to also love hanging out there as much as they loved creating the space. A neighborhood bar, Bad Habits is great for laidback drinks and fun nights out. Just look at its lineup of karaoke, trivia nights and more.
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Website/ 1526 E Colfax Ave 80218
Just one of less than 30 lesbian bars left in the U.S., Blush & Blu is an intersectional queer space with good drinks, good vibes and even better people. It also has an ever-revolving selection of spirits; fun events like karaoke and poetry open mic nights and happy hour during the week that include $5 well drinks and a special cocktail at 6 p.m.
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Website/ 110 N Nevada Ave 80903
We think anywhere that’s an Italian restaurant, inclusive nightclub and cabaret sounds like the best place ever. At La Burla Bee, guests are treated to owner Bunny Bee’s traditional family recipes and your choice of entertainment. The first floor is dedicated to a vaudeville room, while the second level presents various burlesque and variety shows. And right on top, the third floor is the Beehive Nightclub, a Friday and Saturday night dance party with no cover.
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Website/ 1601 Arapahoe St 80202
Since 2006, the Clocktower Cabaret has brought music, dance, comedy and cabaret to Denver all from one stage. In addition to a full bar and kitchen, guests enjoy fabulous entertainment in a vintage, intimate space.
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Website/ 5110 W Colfax Ave 80204
Applauded for having both a friendly staff and friendly patrons, Denver Eagle is a neighborhood joint with quick drinks, fun nights, a patio and pool.
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Website/ 103 N 1st St 81501
Recently opened, the Grand Junction bar and nightclub promises a safe space for jubilant nights of dancing drinking and more. Keep an eye on its calendar for events like themed parties, drag shows, live music and DJs.
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Website/ 1336 E 17th Ave 80218
The Denver location of this national chain is an open-air bar and grill/drag show that lives up to its promise to serve over-the-top eats and entertainment. Whether you come in for weekend brunch or dinner (perhaps you make a rez the night of bingo or karaoke), a meal at Hamburger Mary’s is always full of joy and lots of sparkle.
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Website/ 3 East Bijou Street 80903
Come see why this Colorado Springs bar is called “Icons.” Between sips of your pop culture-themed cocktail (Judy’s Garland, Adele Dazeem, Lil Nas X On the Beach, etc.), you’ll be blown away by the talent of its staff who put on live performances all night long.
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Website/ 9735 E. Colfax 80010
The queer-owned Lady Justice Brewing works to make great beer and a better world. At its epicenter, the taproom is an inclusive community-focused space. But what’s more, Lady Justice offers community-supported beer memberships with 100 percent of profits over cost going directly to nonprofit partners that empower women, girls and nonbinary people in Colorado.
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Website/ 1501 E Colfax Ave 80218
With sports at the top of mind, Tight End is always a lively visit from the crowd to the TV to the bar. It’s the ultimate gay sports bar with nine TVs, a patio and a solid menu. Where else in Denver does the same have the NBA finals, poker night and drag queens?
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Website/ 475 Santa Fe Dr 80204
All are welcome to this queer underground fetish bar. For nearly a decade, Trade has enticed a returning, lively crowd for its party-expert DJs and bartenders and fun lineup of events like regular beer busts, Monday Movie Nights, trivia and karaoke.
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Website/ 2036 N Broadway 80205
The Triangle is all about elevating the local pub experience. Cozied in sleek booths or posted up at the sprawling bar, imbibers and eaters enjoy a menu of dishes and cocktails made of locally sourced and sustainable ingredients. What’s more, The Triangle has a legendary drag brunch that you’ll want to secure a reservation for ASAP. It also hosts themed dance parties, sing-along bingo, RuPaul’s Drag Race watch parties and more.
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Website/ 629 E Colfax Ave 80203
When revelry is the priority, head to X Bar. People flock here nightly for a crowd and staff that are both always in good spirits. There’s always something going on from beer busts to Lip Sync Thursdays to Musical Mondays. Also, hardly any other bar can compete with its sizable patio.
Whichever of these bars you visit, you’re guaranteed a good time.
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