NIGHTLIFE
In addition to all the entertainment and clubs for the general public on The Strip, Las Vegas also offers a variety of nightlife options for the LGBT community, from neighborhood bars to bustling nightclubs with house music and hip-hop, many of which have drag shows on weekends and throughout the week. Below is a general description of each nightlife option. You may call the listed numbers for more detailed nightly event information.
Backdoor
1415 E. Charleston Ave.,
702-385-2018
In the mood for something spicy? Go to Backdoor, home of Las Vegas’ gay Latino scene.
Badlands Saloon
953 E. Sahara Ave.
702-792-9262
A cozy country western bar and venue for many NGRA and other community events, located in the heart of the Commercial Center, Badlands Saloon offers something for everyone.
Charlie's Las Vegas
5012 S. Arville St.
702-876-1844
Part of the popular Chicago, Denver and Phoenix scene, this country western gay bar is a popular local hangout. With special events daily, this bar is great to grab a drink with a few friends.
www.charlieslasvegas.com
Escape Lounge
4213 W. Sahara Ave.
702-364-1167
Another new bar away from the Strip, Escape Lounge offers customers great specials, friendly bartenders and a quaint atmosphere. Anyone looking for an escape should stop here on the west side.
www.escapeloungelv.com
Flex
4371 W. Charleston Ave.
702-385-FLEX
Flex Nightclub offers drinks, strippers, games and more. A quaint neighborhood bar, Flex is perfect to stop by for an after-work cocktail. Watch their calendar of events carefully; they always have something new and different going on.
www.flexlasvegas.com
FreeZone
610 E. Naples Dr.
702-794-2300
As the name implies, there is never a cover at this popular bar/club (excluding holidays and special events). Freezone offers cheap drink specials (including the famous free beer bust), good times and an ever-friendly staff.
www.freezonelv.com
Fun Hog Ranch
495 E. Twain
702-791-7001
Party central for the retrosexual, iconic man looking to let his “inner pig” loose. Dress code including leather, uniform and fetish is strongly encouraged but street wear can be sexy and fun also, so all are welcome.
www.funhogranchlv.com
Goodtimes
1775 E. Tropicana Ave.
702-736-9494
Home of the Monday night alcohol/beer bust, this local bar is a great place to start your week. Goodtimes is popular with the gamers as they have some of the most liberal video poker machines off the Strip.
www.goodtimeslv.com
Krave
Harmon Ave. at Las Vegas Blvd.
702-836-0830
Las Vegas’ first alternative club on the Strip, Krave is the spot for a good weekend party. Hosting world-renowned DJs and high-energy dance music, this nightclub is perfect for anyone wanting to bust a move.
www.kravelasvegas.com
Las Vegas Eagle
3430 E. Tropicana Ave.
702-458-8662
More into the leather, bear and mature scene? The Las Vegas Eagle is just the place for you. This bar is also perfect for a guy looking to save money on drinks—just strip down to your boxers or briefs every Wednesday and Friday night and get free well drinks and beer.
Snick's Place
3rd St. of Las Vegas Blvd.
702-385-9298
Las Vegas’ oldest gay and lesbian bar, Snick’s Place is the gay equivalent to Cheers. Located near downtown Las Vegas, Snick’s is the best place to go for a sociable drink.
www.snicksplace.com
Spotlight Lounge
957 E. Sahara Ave.
702-696-0202
Located in the Commercial Center, Spotlight Lounge is not only a casual, friendly bar, but also a great community supporter. Lending its space to political fund-raisers and various group meetings, the Spotlight has shined brightly over the past few years.
Other friendly bars within driving distance of Las Vegas:
Lariat Saloon
1161 Hancock Rd.
Bullhead City, AZ 86442
928-704-1969
About 90 miles from Las Vegas, the Lariat Saloon has been serving the LGBT community in Bullhead City and surrounding areas with small town hospitality for 15 years.
www.lariatsaloon.com
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