We might be suffering from a particularly long drought of Miami gay clubs and LGBTQ+ spaces in this town, but rest assured the community is claiming its piece of the giant party pie that is Miami. From South Beach to Wynwood and Little River to MiMo, Miami’s being treated to a fresh wave of queer parties catering to a rainbow of tastes.
Whether you’re in the mood for fun and games like trivia and bingo, drag shows from the city’s most cutting-edge queens, or simply want to sweat it out on the dancefloor, there’s a party for that. No matter the day of the week, we’ve got you covered with the best Miami gay parties and LGBTQ+ events right now.
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With no dedicated lesbian bars in Miami (and, last we checked, all of Florida), this party for the ladies is a welcomed addition to the scene. On Thursdays starting at 8pm, Don’s 5 Star Dive Bar at the Selina Miami Gold Dust transforms into Donna’s, an inclusive queer party set to the funky house beats of DJ Mau.
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On Thursdays, the spotlight turns to some of Miami’s fiercest drag performers at laidback Wynwood watering hole, Gramps. From well-seasoned mainstays to emerging talent and more experimental characters, these eclectic queens serve. The always vivacious Karla Croqueta hosts while resident DJs Hottpants, Mystic Bill and Zehno keep the bodies moving in between sets at this well-attended, free weekly party.
These heartfelt parties for queer culture are where the local drag queens go to let loose. Secret locations are announced ahead of the events, which are often themed around a style of music, a new season or an iconic fashion era. Produced by @mother.monica of Supernatural Haus, expect stunning looks, hot bodies and an always-welcoming attitude.
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This monthly gay party at Shelter Wynwood recently celebrated its 15th edition. As the name suggests, music is the highlight at these scene-y dance parties in an industrial lodge-style space where you’re likely to run into every Miami gay you’ve ever met. Mike Trotter, Camila di Marzo and Discofuturo are a few of the DJs who regularly grace the decks. 10 NE 27th St
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As the self-proclaimed “gayest bar in Miami Beach,” this hotel watering hole regularly hosts packed events like karaoke, Pictionary and bingo. Set in an intimate, rustic space not unlike a boy scout camp cabin, the vibe here is friendly and frisky, with a healthy mix of locals and out-of-towners.
After abruptly closing its doors on Washington Avenue earlier this year, the lovable neighborhood gay bar Nathan’s makes a triumphant return as a pop-up nearby at The AxelBeach in South Beach. Nathan Paul Smith himself programs multiple indoor-outdoor spaces at the “hetero-friendly” hotel daily, including trivia on Mondays and vintage burlesque shows on Wednesday.
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