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Gay & LGBTQ+ Bars in North Carolina

12 of the 1,547 bars we track in North Carolina have an LGBTQ+ focus. Full listings for every city are on the North Carolina page.

12bars
7cities
1,547bars 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.

Charlotte 3

  1. Woodshed Bar

    3935 Queen City Dr, Charlotte, NC 28208

    LGBTQ+
  2. The Bar At 316

    316 Rensselaer Ave, Charlotte, NC 28203-4544

    LGBTQ+
  3. The Nickel Bar

    2817 Rozzelles Ferry Rd, Charlotte, NC 28208-3234

    LGBTQ+

Durham 3

  1. Arcana Bar and Lounge

    331 W Main St, Durham, NC 27701

    LoungeLGBTQ+
  2. The Bar Durham

    711 Rigsbee Ave, Durham, NC 27701

    LGBTQ+
  3. Club Era

    305 S Dillard St, Durham, NC 27701

    LGBTQ+Country

Raleigh 2

  1. Flex

    615 W Hargett St, Raleigh, NC 27603

    LGBTQ+Karaoke
  2. Drag Brunch Raleigh

    415 S Salisbury St, Raleigh, NC 27601-1730

    LGBTQ+

Asheville 1

  1. Banks Ave Bar

    32 Banks Ave #101, Asheville, NC 28801

    LGBTQ+

Greensboro 1

  1. Greene Street

    233 N Greene St, Greensboro, NC 27401

    LGBTQ+

Hickory 1

  1. Club Rio & On The Low

    843 Highland Ave NE, Hickory, NC 28601-4053

    LGBTQ+

Mooresville 1

  1. Cantina 1511

    120 Market Place Ave, Mooresville, NC 28117

    LGBTQ+
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.