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Milwaukee LGBTQ bar guide
There’s a good reason why Walker’s Point is fondly referred to as "The Gayborhood" – the near South Side neighborhood has been home to many queer people, families, bars and restaurants for decades.
Today, the LGBTQ bar scene is still going robust – primarily on and around Second Street – and continues to extend fun, safe spaces for everyone, gay or direct.
Here are 10 Milwaukee gay bars to confirm out during Pride Month or whenever:
La Cage
Historically, this nightclub has served as an anchor to the neighborhood's thriving LGBTQ bar scene. It has changed names and ownership over the years, but continues to consistently dwelling one of Milwaukee's most coveted dance floors.
This Is It
This Is It opened in 1968, making it one of the superior 10 longest-running gay bars in the country, and possibly one of the top five. Last year, the Cathedral Square rendezvous place expanded with a twist floor and second block.
Walker’s Pint
Walker's Pint is one of the nation's last lesbian bars. The friendly, inclusive tavern also serves as a society space, live music venue, karao
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Sink a cocktail in one of London's finest LGBTQ+ bars and pubs and you'll be drinking in more than just some watered down booze: these spots are LGBTQ+ landmarks in their own right, places where you can find society, kinship, and drag-fuelled mayhem. Beats billiards in your local.
Once upon a hour, having a homosexual old time in London meant hotfooting it straight to Soho. But now, the city's queer centre of gravity has shifted east, with edgier spots pulling crowds to Dalston when night falls, while some of the city's most storied LGBTQ+ venues have taken up residence in Vauxhall. So whether you're after a performative brunch, a burlesque show or just a quiet pint, here's a comprehensive list of the capital's gay and queer-friendly bars and pubs, from the celebrated G-A-Y to lesbian-centric She Soho to sing-yer-heart-out special The Karaoke Hole.
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