Check out these popular gay bars, clubs and social groups around Charlotte
The Charlotte area is home to several LGBTQIA2S+ friendly businesses, clubs and organizations. This week, one of the oldest has temporarily closed its doors.
The Scorpio, a LGBTQIA+ nightclub that’s been open since 1968, celebrated its last night Oct. 31. It closed because of new development plans, CharlotteFive previously reported.
For decades, the Charlotte nightlife spot has been a popular location for the gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual and two-spirit communities. The Scorpio team previously said it was in the process of searching for a new space and are hoping to reopen soon.
Here’s a list of some other local LGBTQIA2S+ bars, clubs and social groups around the city with a welcoming environment:
Azucar Latino Charlotte
Location: 5317 E Independence Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28212
Azucar Latino Charlotte, located in east Charlotte, boasts itself as the largest original gay venue in the city. The disco nightclub has a large dance floor with live DJ performances.
Bar Argon
Location: 4544 South Blvd H, Charlotte, NC 28209
Bar Argon is a video lounge and dance bar, where you can chill out with a drink or dance to music videos. The local bar also hosts themed parties and weekly events, including karaoke and open dance floor nights.
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Charlotte Gaymers Network
Location: varies
Charlotte Gaymers Network group members enjoy board games, tabletop games, video games, and the social events together.
Chasers
Location: 3217 The Plaza, Charlotte, NC 28205
Chasers is a bar and nightclub nestled in the NoDa neighborhood. The local spot offers daily drink deals and special events, including dance parties, drag queen performances, contests and more.
Hattie’s Tap & Tavern
Location: 2918 The Plaza, Charlotte, NC 28205
Folks who identify as LGBTQIA2S+ are welcome at Hattie’s, although owner Jackie DeLoach shuns a strictly-gay bar label, telling CharlotteFive: “I like being labeled as an ‘everybody can feel safe and comfortable’ bar.”
Lez Party
Location: Varies
Lez Party is a party and event company that organizes social gatherings in secure and safe spaces for women identifying as LGBTQIA2S+ to love, connect and cultivate meaningful relationships.
Prism Social CLT
Location: Varies
Prism Social CLT curates social events “for young folks who are black, queer, native, or all of the above in Charlotte.”
Sidelines
Location: 4544 South Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28209
Sidelines Sports Bar & Billiards is Charlotte’s first and only gay sports bar for 15 years. The bar, located in south Charlotte, features foosball, pool tables, dart machines along with a dozen different televisions for all sports fans within the LGBTQIA2S+ community.
The Woodshed Bar
Location: 3935 Queen City Dr, Charlotte, NC 28208
The Woodshed Bar is a friendly neighborhood bar in west Charlotte. The inclusive spot, with pool tables, a patio and outdoor bars, has daily drink specials and weekly events.
Did we miss a local LGBTQ+ bar, club or social group? Let us know at charlottefive@charlottefive.com
This story was originally published November 1, 2023 at 5:30 AM.
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