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Dallas has a thriving LGBTQ+ community that's both deeply rooted and constantly evolving — you'll find everything from established neighborhood institutions to newer spots that keep the scene fresh and inclusive. The city's queer culture spans across multiple neighborhoods, each with its own flavor, so whether you're looking for high-energy nightlife, laid-back hangouts, or community-focused events, there's a genuine sense that everyone has a place here.

The nightlife scene is where Dallas really shows its range: you've got leather and country vibes at Round-Up Saloon, dance-focused energy at spots like Liquid Zoo and Kaliente, and neighborhood bars like Tony's Corner Pocket and CRUSH that feel less like destinations and more like where people actually spend their time. What makes these spaces work is that they're not trying to be everything to everyone — each one has its own identity, crowd, and reason to exist, which means you can find exactly the kind of night you're looking for without having to settle.

Poker Night

Motley Clue Trivia

Heated Rivalry Viewing Party

Adult Gender Affirming Virtual Support Group

Underwear Happy Hour

Sing & Sip Karaoke Spotlight

Sing Your Heart Out

Think & Drink Trivia Night

Thursday Karaoke

Rising Star Thursdays

The One and Only Headquarters !!! Home of the One and Only DJ Rudeboy !!!

Totally Twisted Karaoke

All Star Drag Shows

4some Revue

Get Tested: Sexy Health Mobile Unit at S4

Killer Gay Bingo

Pool Tournament

We The People!

Doll Haus Saturday Drag Show

Retox Sundays

National Lgbt Center Awareness Day

Comedy Open Mic Night

30 upcoming LGBTQ+ events in Dallas, including at 1851 Club and Dallas Eagle from Oct 13 to Oct 22.

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30 upcoming LGBTQ+ events in Dallas's vibrant community

Free, low-stakes poker every Tuesday night at 1851 Club — no buy-in, no judgment, just cards and good company. Whether you're a regular or brand new to the tabl...

1851 Club

Tuesday nights at the Dallas Eagle belong to Motley Clue, a weekly trivia showdown where solos and squads compete for prizes. Hosted by Jeopardy champion AJ Mot...

Dallas Eagle

Settle in every Tuesday night at CRUSH for a Heated Rivalry double feature — Episodes 1 & 2 back-to-back on the big screen. Watch the drama, stare-downs, and ic...

CRUSH

A weekly virtual support space built by and for gender-diverse adults. Whether you're exploring your gender identity, navigating transition, or simply looking f...

Resource Center - Health Campus

Every Wednesday at the Dallas Eagle, strip down to your underwear and join Dallas's most reliably fun midweek ritual. Enjoy discounted cocktails, draft beer, an...

Wednesday nights belong to the karaoke crowd at 1851 Club — grab a drink, pick your song, and own the mic while DJ Eric keeps the energy up all night. It's a we...

Wednesday nights at CRUSH belong to anyone with a mic and something to prove. Hosted by Crissy Cross, this weekly karaoke takeover is packed with big vocals, bo...

Weekly trivia hosted by Kiana Lee at 1851 Club, where teams and solo players compete for bragging rights, drinks, and a shot at the monthly championship. Casual...

Thursday nights at the Dallas Eagle belong to anyone brave enough to grab the mic. Happy Hour prices run until 10pm, pool and Nintendo Switch are free all night...

Thursday nights at the Rose Room belong to the up-and-coming drag performers still hungry to prove themselves. It's where amateur night meets serious talent — r...

Rose Room

Marty's LIVE on Maple Ave in Dallas is the gay bar that calls itself the community's headquarters, and on Friday, October 16 at 7:00 PM, DJ Rudeboy takes the de...

Marty's Live

DJ Rudeboy

Friday nights at Pekers belong to Totally Twisted Karaoke — voted Best Karaoke in DFW by the Dallas Morning News four years running. The song selection is const...

Pekers Bar

1851 Club's weekly Friday night drag showcase hosted by Kiana Lee, featuring a rotating cast of fierce performers who keep the lineup fresh every week. Expect h...

A high-glam, late-night drag revue every Friday at CRUSH. A fierce, rotating lineup of local and touring performers brings jaw-dropping choreography, sultry sho...

Free, confidential HIV testing every Saturday morning outside S4, run by Resource Center's trained staff. Quick, easy, and judgment-free — exactly what accessib...

Dallas's longest-running drag bingo fundraiser is back with $2,500 in cash prizes and a room full of wild costumes, drag performances, and pure chaos in the bes...

Rack 'em up at 1851 Club in Arlington! Every Saturday night, hustlers, amateurs, and everyone in between square off on the felt in a friendly but competitive po...

Over 150 singers from Turtle Creek Chorale and the Women's Chorus of Dallas converge for one powerhouse night celebrating the Declaration of Independence. It's ...

Turtle Creek Chorale

CRUSH's weekly drag institution brings the heat every Saturday night with a rotating cast of local queens and special guest performers taking over the stage. Ex...

Sunday afternoons at CRUSH belong to Retox — a laid-back tea dance where the vibe is social, the drinks are flowing, and the dance floor keeps things lively wit...

A moment to recognize and celebrate the vital work of LGBT community centers across the country — organizations that provide shelter, support, and community to ...

Dallas Hope Charities

Claws Out Comedy takes over Monday nights at 1851 Club with a rotating lineup of local comedians and brave newcomers testing new material on a crowd that actual...

Gay & LGBTQ+ Events in Dallas

Tue

Poker Night

Motley Clue Trivia

Heated Rivalry Viewing Party

Wed

Adult Gender Affirming Virtual Support Group

Underwear Happy Hour

Sing & Sip Karaoke Spotlight

Sing Your Heart Out

Thu

Think & Drink Trivia Night

Thursday Karaoke

Rising Star Thursdays

Fri

The One and Only Headquarters !!! Home of the One and Only DJ Rudeboy !!!

Totally Twisted Karaoke

All Star Drag Shows

4some Revue

Sat

Get Tested: Sexy Health Mobile Unit at S4

Killer Gay Bingo

Pool Tournament

We The People!

Doll Haus Saturday Drag Show

Sun

Retox Sundays

Mon

National Lgbt Center Awareness Day

Comedy Open Mic Night

Tue

Poker Night

Motley Clue Trivia

Heated Rivalry Viewing Party

Wed

Adult Gender Affirming Virtual Support Group

Underwear Happy Hour

Sing & Sip Karaoke Spotlight

Sing Your Heart Out

Thu

Think & Drink Trivia Night