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Formerly Melbourne’s only “bear and leather” bar, The Laird is one of the country’s longest running male lover bars, being house to the homosexual community since 1980. Just off Hoddle St in Abbotsford, is as skillfully known locally as it is internationally. With three bars, a huge beer garden and distinct accommodation options upstairs, it’s a superb place to join up with other men and own 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 Vocalize Stud karaoke on Friday nights, there’s plenty of pleasurable 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 diverse males, however the bar opens its doors to the wider community for annual events favor the Vic Leather Open Day, Men on Men Morning and Northside Bizarre.
Location:149 Gipps St, Abbotsford VIC 3067
Website:https://www.lairdhotel.com/
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Since opening in 2011, this Smith Street cocktail bar has turn into the go-to spot in Fitzroy for cabaret, queer events and drag performances. On top of regular events like 'Late Late hours 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 approachable, 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