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Gay & LGBTQ+ Bars in Tennessee

11 of the 1,022 bars we track in Tennessee have an LGBTQ+ focus. Full listings for every city are on the Tennessee page.

11bars
4cities
1,022bars 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.

Nashville 6

  1. Frankie J's

    1314 6th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37208

    LGBTQ+
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  2. Canvas Lounge

    1105 Fatherland St, Nashville, TN 37206

    LoungeLGBTQ+KaraokeHappy hourCountry
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  3. Trax

    1501 Ensley Blvd, Nashville, TN 37210

    LGBTQ+
    Call Website All Nashville

  4. Pecker's Bar & Grill

    237 heritage ave, Nashville, TN 37210

    Bar & grillLGBTQ+
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  5. TRAX

    1249 Martin St, Nashville, TN 37203

    LGBTQ+
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  6. Stirrup Nashville

    1529 4th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37210

    LGBTQ+
    Call All Nashville

Johnson City 2

  1. New Beginnings

    2910 Bristol Hwy, Johnson City, TN 37601

    LGBTQ+
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  2. Everette's Grill And Saloon

    1200 N Roan St, Johnson City, TN 37601

    SaloonBar & grillLGBTQ+
    Call Website All Johnson City

Knoxville 2

  1. Club XYZ

    1215 N Central St, Knoxville, TN 37917

    LGBTQ+
    Call All Knoxville

  2. CORE Knoxville

    7211 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919

    LGBTQ+
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Memphis 1

  1. The Pumping Station

    1382 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN 38104

    Mon-Sat 5pm-3am, Sun 3pm-3am

    LGBTQ+
    Call Website All Memphis
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.