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Gay & LGBTQ+ Bars in Kentucky

7 of the 602 bars we track in Kentucky have an LGBTQ+ focus. Full listings for every city are on the Kentucky page.

7bars
3cities
602bars 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.

Louisville 4

  1. Chill BAR Highlands

    1117 Bardstown Rd, Louisville, KY 40204-1301

    LGBTQ+
    Call Website All Louisville

  2. Big Bar

    1202 Bardstown Rd, Louisville, KY 40204

    LGBTQ+
    Call All Louisville

  3. The House Lounge

    1148 Garvin Pl, Louisville, KY 40203

    LoungeLGBTQ+
    Call All Louisville

  4. The Barracks Louisville

    120 S Floyd St, Louisville, KY 40202

    LGBTQ+
    Call All Louisville

Covington 2

  1. Yadda Club

    404 Pike St, Covington, KY 41011

    LGBTQ+
    Call Website All Covington

  2. The Cellar • Gay Bar •

    404 Pike St Fl 1, Covington, KY 41011

    LGBTQ+
    Call All Covington

Lexington 1

  1. The Bar Complex

    224 E Main St, Lexington, KY 40507

    LGBTQ+
    Call Website All Lexington
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.