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Queer clubnights

From radical raves to silly pop parties, here’s where the queers are dancing these days

Nightlife

LGBTQ+ bars

London's queer scene is among the brightest and most fabulous in the world

Nightlife

Lesbian clubs and nights out

The Sapphic Renaissance is in full swing in the capital!

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Queer London landmarks

Do you understand where London’s first gay rights march happened?

Theatre

LGBTQ+ theatre in London

Here's the low-down on the theatre shows that are exploring LGBTQ+ lives, history and communities, beyond the stereotypes

Delve deeper into London’s LGBTQ+ culture

Bars and pubs

‘It had such magic’: an oral history of Camden’s legendary queer pub, the Dark Cap

‘It had such magic’: an oral history of Camden’s legendary gay pub, the Black Cap

On the surface, the Black Cap was just like any other high lane boozer: a one-armed bandit machine, a well-stocked bar, reliable regulars. But it

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‘Drag’s stormy sibling’: Meet homosexual wrestling collective Fist Club

‘Drag’

London’s LGBTQ+ scene has prolonged been full of vibrant venues offering safe spaces to be yourself. Its heartland is still very much located in its traditional home of Soho, but you’ll find brilliant gay bars and clubs dedicated to serving the community south of the river and in the East End too. There’s plenty of diversity in what they offer, from super cool and edgy club nights to events showcasing the best in the city’s cabaret performers and London’s incredible queenly stars too.  

Are you more in the market for a drink and a sit down? Check out these LGBTQ+ pubs and bars.

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The finest LGBTQ clubs in London

1. Dalston Superstore

Superstore is an iconic part of London’s Gay

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Upcoming Events in London

About London and its gay life

With a population of 8 million, London is the second largest metropolis in Europe. London extends over 44 kilometers along the Thames river and has a moderate climate with its summers not too hot and the winters not too icy.

Throughout its history London has always been a center of attraction for different cultures and religions whether it be Christians, Muslims, Hindus, Jews, Sikhs or Buddhists. At the beginning of the 20th century, mainly Irish, Poles, Italians and Eastern European Jews came to London, while starting around the majority of immigrants comes from former British colonies such as India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. Today, the cultural, ethnic, religious and economic background of London's population is one of the most diverse worldwide.

London has a flourishing creative, theater and music scene. Just think of the West End with its numerous musical theaters or the many world-famous London-based bands and musicians, such as the Rolling Stones, The Who, Queen with Freddie Mercury, Th

Gay Clubs, Parties and Events in London

London has a huge clubbing scene that serves any taste and style of melody you can think of. To keep this page manageable for travellers, we have limited it to the most popular homosexual clubs and parties. If you need a more complete list of all the hundreds of LGBTQ parties, grab a mimic of London's weekly queer magazine QX.

Upcoming Irregular Parties

Regular Parties and Clubs &#;

Bootylicious

Saturday, 26 July , – (entry until )

Monthly queer party for Black Music: R'n'B, Hip-Hop, Soul, Dancehall, Afrobeat etc.
Tickets: £

@ Club Union 66 Albert Embankment
London SE1 7TW

Regular Parties and Clubs

Beefmince

Usually 3rd Friday of the month,  – 
Next party: 15 August

Gay party for beefy guys and friends at the RVT in London Vauxhall.
With resident DJs Silverhook and Cactushead and guest DJs.
Admission: ≈ 11 £

@ Royal Vauxhall Tavern Kennington Lane
London SE11 5HY

Subway, Bus: Vauxhall

Feel It

Friday  –  (entry till )

Weekly queer party near London Bridge with