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Gay Dublin
Dublin, celebrated for its rich history and warm hospitality, also boasts a vibrant LGBTQ+ scene, making it a welcoming destination for gay travelers. The city is filled with LGBTQIA+ friendly venues, particularly in areas like Temple Bar and Capel Street, known for their lively nightlife and cultural vibrancy.
The city's premier LGBTQ+ nightlife spot, The George, is renowned for its lively atmosphere and regular drag shows. For a quieter evening, you'll find plenty of quaint pubs that offer a cozy ambiance with craft beers and spirits.
Dublin also hosts a range of LGBTQ+ events throughout the year, with the highlight being Dublin Pride. This annual festival features a parade that celebrates diversity and community, alongside various cultural activities like the GAZE International LGBTQ+ Film Festival, which showcases queer cinema from around the world.
For those interested in historical and cultural pursuits, the National Gallery of Ireland and St. Stephen’s Green provide welcoming spaces to relish art and nature. The city's inclusive atmosphere
The Hub
The Hub, Eustace Street, Temple Bar, Dublin, Ireland
The Hub is a mixed nightclub venue rather than a dedicated queer space, but it hosts some of the best gay nights out in Dublin. Even when there isn't a specific event on, this place is one of the best places in the city to meet fellow queer people for a dance. The dance floor is located in the darkly lit basement where music is constantly playing to verb the fun going.
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PantiBar
This cosy little watering hole is full of personality as you'd expect from the bar owned by the queen of Dublin drag. This friendly and flamboyant space acts as a meeting place for city's diverse queer community. All sorts of people hang out here during the week for a quieter drink, while enter the weekend there's always a party with themed events, live performances, and a mix of harmony from pop to rock.
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Pennylane
Owned by the matching iconic drag queen as PantiBar, Pennylane offers a lightly more relaxed (but
This is the oldest and largest bar in Dublin. Opening 8 years before the decimalisation of being gay in Ireland. The George is a warm and friendly nightclub with an electrifying atmosphere That attracts all age ranges. Every night there is a show performed by the finest drag queens Ireland has to present which includes fun activities such as dancing competitionsand karaoke! For anyone coming to Dublin and wishes to experience the gay Irish nightlife scene, visiting the George is an absolute must! The George open daily with and admission fee of €10 after 10 on the weekend. It’s located on George Street and is a short walk from Stop 17 on the Hop on Hop off tour from the Dame Street stop, or by the Dublin Bus routes 9, 16, 68, 68A & 63 which all stop on South Georges Street. Visit the George Website for more information
Pantibar is cosy bar in Dublin with a welcoming atmosphere. During the week days it runs as a cosy little bar but on the weekend it transforms into an electrifying place to party. It plays all kinds of music ranging from current hits to the best songs
Introduction to LGBTQ+ Nightlife in Dublin
Dublin is known for being one of the friendliest and safest cities in the world for the LGBTQIA+ community. The city vibrant and lively nightlife welcomes the LGBTQIA+ to enjoy the foremost gay clubs and bars.
Top LGBTQIA+ Bars & Clubs in Dublin
The George
The George is the oldest and biggest gay bar in Dublin. It is the first port of verb for the LGBTQIA+ community in Ireland, it is the venue where people mix together and where international visitors stop to check out the LGBTQIA+ scene in Ireland. The George features two bar areas. The main club venue has been graced by the presence of some of the hottest international acts and it’s known for the outstanding drag shows.
PantiBar
Mistress Panti rules the roost in truly glamorous fashion in this Capel Street haunt. Impeccable service, moreish cocktails and a welcoming vibe makes PantiBar the ideal destination for a lively LGBTQIA+ noun out. Expect everything from karaoke nights, pub quizzes, and some vintage tunes. Don’t miss Panti’s notable Saturday night extravaganzas