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Gay & LGBTQ+ Bars in Connecticut

7 of the 574 bars we track in Connecticut have an LGBTQ+ focus. Full listings for every city are on the Connecticut page.

7bars
5cities
574bars statewide

LGBTQ+ bars are venues that have long served as social spaces for the LGBTQ+ community, and everyone is welcome. People use this section to find a friendly, community-minded place nearby. Every bar here is listed as a gay bar in its business category or has gay, LGBTQ or queer in its name.

New Haven 2

  1. 168 York Street Cafe

    168 York St, New Haven, CT 06510

    LGBTQ+KaraokeLive music
    Call Website All New Haven

  2. Partners Cafe

    365 Crown St, New Haven, CT 06511

    LGBTQ+KaraokeArcade
    Call Website All New Haven

New London 2

  1. Pub 181

    318 State St, New London, CT 06320

    LGBTQ+
    Call All New London

  2. O'Neill's Brass Rail

    52 Bank St, New London, CT 06320

    LGBTQ+
    Call All New London

Fairfield 1

  1. Trevi Lounge

    548 Kings Highway Cutoff, Fairfield, CT 06824-5306

    LoungeLGBTQ+Karaoke
    Call Website All Fairfield

Hartford 1

  1. Chez Est

    458 Wethersfield Ave, Hartford, CT 06114

    LGBTQ+
    Call Website All Hartford

Norwalk 1

  1. Troupe429

    3 Wall St, Norwalk, CT 06850

    LGBTQ+KaraokeCountry
    Website All Norwalk
Check the event calendar. Many of these bars have themed nights, so look at the venue's own schedule before you go.

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Good to know

What is a gay bar?

It is a bar that centers the LGBTQ+ community while welcoming guests of every background. The vibe ranges from quiet neighborhood spots to lively dance rooms.

Who can go to a gay bar?

Everyone is welcome, as long as they respect the space and other guests. Age policies vary, so check the venue's age policy.