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Gay & LGBTQ+ Bars in Washington, DC

17 of the 317 bars we list in Washington have an LGBTQ+ focus.

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.

  1. Crush Dance Bar

    2007 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009

    LGBTQ+
  2. JR's Bar

    1519 17th St NW, Washington, DC 20036

    LGBTQ+
  3. The Little Gay Pub

    1100 P St NW, Washington, DC 20005

    LGBTQ+
  4. Thurst Lounge

    2204 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009

    LoungeLGBTQ+
  5. Trade

    1410 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20005

    LGBTQ+Happy hour
  6. Uproar Lounge & Restaurant

    639 Florida Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001

    LoungeLGBTQ+
  7. DIK Bar

    1637 17th St NW, Washington, DC 20009-2433

    LGBTQ+Happy hour
  8. Number Nine

    1435 P St NW, Washington, DC 20005

    LGBTQ+
  9. Town Danceboutique

    2009 8th St NW, Washington, DC 20001

    LGBTQ+Happy hourCountry
  10. As You Are

    500 8th St SE, Washington, DC 20003

    LGBTQ+KaraokeHappy hourLive music
  11. Kiki

    915 U St NW, Washington, DC 20001

    LGBTQ+
  12. Shakers

    2014 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001

    LGBTQ+
  13. District Eagle

    1357A U St NW, Washington, DC 20009

    LGBTQ+
  14. MOVA

    2204 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009

    LGBTQ+
  15. Phase One

    525 8th St SE, Washington, DC 20003

    LGBTQ+
  16. Dc Eagle

    3701 Benning Rd NE, Washington, DC 20019-2645

    LGBTQ+
  17. The Bachelors Mill

    1104 8th St SE, Washington, DC 20003-3635

    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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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.