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Gay & LGBTQ+ Bars in Iowa

9 of the 948 bars we track in Iowa have an LGBTQ+ focus. Full listings for every city are on the Iowa page.

9bars
6cities
948bars 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.

Des Moines 2

  1. The Blazing Saddle

    416 E 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50309

    LGBTQ+Happy hour
    Call Website All Des Moines

  2. Buddy's Corral

    418 E 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50309

    LGBTQ+
    Call Website All Des Moines

Sioux City 2

  1. Old Brass Rail

    601 Pearl St, Sioux City, IA 51101

    LGBTQ+
    Call Website All Sioux City

  2. Kings & Queens

    3128 US-75 BUS, Sioux City, IA 51105

    LGBTQ+
    Call All Sioux City

Waterloo 2

  1. Studio 13

    304 W 4th St, Waterloo, IA 50701

    LGBTQ+Karaoke
    Call Website All Waterloo

  2. Kings & Queens Club

    304 W 4th St, Waterloo, IA 50701-5504

    LGBTQ+
    Call All Waterloo

Burlington 1

  1. OhZONE

    852 Washington St, Burlington, IA 52601

    LGBTQ+
    Call All Burlington

Cedar Rapids 1

  1. Basix

    3916 1st Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

    LGBTQ+Karaoke
    Call Website All Cedar Rapids

Iowa City 1

  1. Studio 13

    13 S Linn St, Iowa City, IA 52240

    LGBTQ+Karaoke
    Call Website All Iowa City
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.