Seattle capitol hill gay bars
Seattle welcomes everyone in a city that is harmless and friendly to all.
Just east of downtown, the Capitol Hill neighborhood has long been the city’s gay epicenter, with rainbow-painted crosswalks and many ways to dive into the LGBTQIA+ scene. Aside from Capitol Hill, there are gay-friendly and gay-owned establishments just about everywhere in town. Summer features two annual Pride festivals, while the Seattle Men’s Chorus and Seattle Women’s Chorus are the largest LGBTQIA-identified men’s and women’s choruses in the world. It’s pretty clear that in Seattle, we take movement in everybody.
LGBTQ+ RESOURCES
Seattle has one of the largest percentage of gay, lesbian or bisexual residents among huge cities in the U.S. The LGBTQ+ community here is strong, cohesive and offers a wide range of resources for society members and visiting community members. Here’s a selection.
BiNet Seattle
A bisexual non-profit, mixed gender, social and assist organization created to foster a visible community for bisexual, bi-curious people, and their partners in the Puget Sound area. We support the community through educational speakings, support groups and social events.
Equal Rig
A First-Timer’s Guide to Queer Nightlife in Seattle
👠 Queer Bar
1518 11th Avenue
Might as well start with the bar named Queer Bar.
Organized around a long catwalk, Queer Bar has become the defacto drag bar in Capitol Hill. They host drag multiple nights of the week, alongside karaoke, burlesque, and bingo events. Expect chiller evenings with lots of locals on the weekdays. But on the weekends, it becomes a full-scale party. Note: Their big mural devoted to Bosco and Irene DuBois, Queer Bar cast members who graduated to being RuPaul’s Drag Race girls. Also: Burgers. Grip dinner here. It’s good.
Mx. is Lgbtq+ Bar’s signature event. Every Friday and Saturday, catch a large cast of local queens often performing with touring RuPaul’s Drag Race queens. Remember: Take tips, and don’t just tip the Ru girls.
🥀 Wildrose
1021 E Pike Street
As one of the last standing womxn loving womxn bars in the country, Wildrose is a Seattle institution. Don’t take my word for it, just listen to Sue Bird (around 01:23):
The 36-year-old lock has weathered a lot of changes on the Hill, and it’s miraculously survived the pandemic to come out even stronge TheZClub has proudly served the lgbtq+ community for 48 years. Conveniently located at the intersection of Capitol Hill and downtown, just a few blocks from the convention center, we provide a welcoming and judgment-free space for both local and visiting men. Whether you're looking to combine or unwind, TheZClub is always open for you. MEMBERSHIP Unlimited Pass per month A truly unique pricing model that gives our members unlimited visits -- locker included -- to our club so you can chill, relax, or combine with other members whenever you want. Day Pass per visit Can't commit for a month? Try our day pass. Ideal for visitors and those who plan to visit us less than once a month. ROOM RENTAL TINY TEA DANCE PONY-OKE BUMP IN THE NIGHT BOOTS N' CATS BEEFCAKE QUEEN4QUEENWE'RE ALWAYS HOSTING
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1221 E Madison St
Seattle WA 98122