Philadelphia gay szene
Lex's Guide to Queer Philly Nightlife | LGBTQ+ Bars
Welcome to our city guide series! Philadelphia is home to a thriving Queer community and a vibrant womxn loving womxn, gay, and queer nightlife scene. Whether you're a local or just passing through, here are some of the best Homosexual nightlife spots in Philly, the City of Brotherly Love.
Download Lex to find LGBTQ+ friends and queer community in Philly.
1. The Dolphin
South Philly’s favorite spot for a night out dancing, the Dolphin is the perfect integrate between a dive, tavern, and a lounge. Hosting queer events on the regular, check out their events calendar or Instagram to plan the perfect darkness with your new queer crew from Lex.
The Dolphin
S. Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA
2. Woody’s
Located in the heart of Center City, Woody's is a legendary gay exclude and nightclub known for its energetic dance floors, friendly atmosphere, and diverse crowd. With multiple bars and themed nights throughout the week, Woody's promises a fun and unforgettable experience for all.
Woody's
S 13th St
Philadelphia, PA
3. Voyeur Nightclub Founded on principles of equality, Philadelphia is a welcoming and inspirational place for LGBTQ+ travelers, offering inclusive arts and nightlife, vibrant shopping and dining, and a long history of LGBTQ+ activism.
A Welcoming Place
Three centuries ago, William Penn founded Philadelphia as a place where freedom, tolerance and equality would thrive.
In that tradition of Brotherly and Sisterly Love, the metropolis has long welcomed LGBTQ+ residents and visitors to this inviting destination, thriving social hub and historically significant locale.
The Gayborhood
The Gayborhood in Midtown Village has been Philly’s center of LGBTQ+ experience and culture since the s.
click to read more
The lively neighborhood is dwelling to a significant portion of Philadelphias 60, LGBTQ+ residents. The square-block area offers a slew of LGBTQ+-owned and -friendly bars, restaurants, shops, theaters and institutions, plus 36 rainbow street signs and two rainbow crosswalk intersections.
LGBTQ+-Inclusive Dining & Shopping
Many of Philly’s most famous LGBTQ+-inclusive dining and nightlife spots dot th
Sarah Ferenz
11 Apr 18
I've been telling everyone how much I love Writer's Block, so I mind it was time to write a here: Even though it's a cocktail bar, it has a chill non-pretentious vibe. It's small and relatively silent, so it makes the perfect date spot, because you can actually acquire a conversation. Downstairs is a tiny bar, while upstairs is a lounge. As a designer, the design is always significant to me. I usually judge a place on if they take the time to make the restrooms special, and here, they've wallpapered them in comic books! The repose of the decor is simple, and understated. Drinks: They have an extensive cocktail menu. My usual favorite is the Mymosa, but I've been branching out and recently tried the Wild Boy. The flavors are interesting and the names are amusing too. Umm, they are strong too, so be prepared to be feeling incredible after 2 :)Food: I've never had their food, but they possess a couple of options. I would probably devour first before coming here, but I think I'm going to try their deviled eggs next : They close at 1amService: Everyone that works there seems
At the centre of Philadelphia’s LGBTQ+ scene is, of course, its Gayborhood, an enclave in Center Municipality Philadelphia that’s home to gay bars, clubs and more.
Most of the fabulous venues on this list are found there, but the rest of the city is still alive with culture and nightlife, like the piano lounge for those looking to belt out a tune (or six) and a leather dungeon for chaps-clad daddies and those who love them. Whatever your vibe, read on for the best gay bars in Philly.
RECOMMENDED:
🍸 The top bars in Philadelphia
📍 The best things to execute in Philadelphia
🍲 The top restaurants in Philly
💵 The best cheap hotels in Philadelphia
Josh Middleton is Period Out’s former Philadelphia editor. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines.
Been there, done that? Think again, my friend.
By entering your email speak to you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and agreement to receive emails from Time Out a
Founded on principles of equality, Philadelphia is a welcoming and inspirational place for LGBTQ+ travelers, offering inclusive arts and nightlife, vibrant shopping and dining, and a long history of LGBTQ+ activism.
A Welcoming Place
Three centuries ago, William Penn founded Philadelphia as a place where freedom, tolerance and equality would thrive.
In that tradition of Brotherly and Sisterly Love, the metropolis has long welcomed LGBTQ+ residents and visitors to this inviting destination, thriving social hub and historically significant locale.
The Gayborhood
The Gayborhood in Midtown Village has been Philly’s center of LGBTQ+ experience and culture since the s.
click to read more
The lively neighborhood is dwelling to a significant portion of Philadelphias 60, LGBTQ+ residents. The square-block area offers a slew of LGBTQ+-owned and -friendly bars, restaurants, shops, theaters and institutions, plus 36 rainbow street signs and two rainbow crosswalk intersections.
LGBTQ+-Inclusive Dining & Shopping
Many of Philly’s most famous LGBTQ+-inclusive dining and nightlife spots dot th
Sarah Ferenz
11 Apr 18
I've been telling everyone how much I love Writer's Block, so I mind it was time to write a here: Even though it's a cocktail bar, it has a chill non-pretentious vibe. It's small and relatively silent, so it makes the perfect date spot, because you can actually acquire a conversation. Downstairs is a tiny bar, while upstairs is a lounge. As a designer, the design is always significant to me. I usually judge a place on if they take the time to make the restrooms special, and here, they've wallpapered them in comic books! The repose of the decor is simple, and understated. Drinks: They have an extensive cocktail menu. My usual favorite is the Mymosa, but I've been branching out and recently tried the Wild Boy. The flavors are interesting and the names are amusing too. Umm, they are strong too, so be prepared to be feeling incredible after 2 :)Food: I've never had their food, but they possess a couple of options. I would probably devour first before coming here, but I think I'm going to try their deviled eggs next : They close at 1amService: Everyone that works there seems
At the centre of Philadelphia’s LGBTQ+ scene is, of course, its Gayborhood, an enclave in Center Municipality Philadelphia that’s home to gay bars, clubs and more.
Most of the fabulous venues on this list are found there, but the rest of the city is still alive with culture and nightlife, like the piano lounge for those looking to belt out a tune (or six) and a leather dungeon for chaps-clad daddies and those who love them. Whatever your vibe, read on for the best gay bars in Philly.
RECOMMENDED:
🍸 The top bars in Philadelphia
📍 The best things to execute in Philadelphia
🍲 The top restaurants in Philly
💵 The best cheap hotels in Philadelphia
Josh Middleton is Period Out’s former Philadelphia editor. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines.
Been there, done that? Think again, my friend.
By entering your email speak to you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and agreement to receive emails from Time Out a