A Guide to the Best Nightlife for the LGBT in Calgary

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A Guide to the Best Nightlife for the LGBT in Calgary

A Guide to the Best Nightlife for the LGBT in Calgary

On this page, you will find all the information you need if you’re looking for the most fabulous gay and lesbian pubs or clubs in Calgary. We will cover the central gay district of the city, mixed clubs, trans pubs, drag acts, and more! 

Moreover, we will let you into the top LGBT dating sites, especially those looking for fun rather than a serious commitment. Additionally, we will list all of the top LGBT pride gatherings and events in Alberta, which you may fancy checking out.

Calgary’s Top LGBT Bars & Clubs

Here is a rundown of Calgary’s top mixed-LGBT bars and nightclubs to get things started:

  • 1006 11 Ave SW – Twisted Element
  • 209 10 Ave – SW’s Backlot
  • 308 17th Ave Southwest – The Texas Lounge
  • 505 8 Ave SW – Cowboys Dance Hall
  • 125 8th Ave SW – The Bank and Baron Pub
  • 613 11 Ave SW – Broken City

Best Gay Clubs & Bars

 

All of the above should be fine if you want to experience gay bars and clubs in Calgary where gay guys meet men. While things used to be more segregated, the night scene has emerged. Nowadays, most Albertan establishments are more LGBT-friendly than before.

Calgary’s Top Lesbian Bars and Clubs

Similarly, we are not aware of any pubs in Calgary that are exclusive for lesbians or women-to-women meetups. You can still check out the listed pubs. However, if you still haven’t met a woman you fancy, just try other locations. 

Trans Bars and Drag Shows

At Calgary trans bars, you can frequently encounter drag performances, which include the following:

  • Calgary Drag Brunch
  • Every other Sunday on Beers4Queers
  • Every Sunday on High Line
  • Every Friday on Dickens
  • Weekends on Twisted Element

Despite our best efforts, we cannot claim to be actual authorities in all the cities we cover. Locals that frequent Calgary gay bars will undoubtedly better understand the situation than bloggers who attempt to visit over a hundred buzz places.

The LGBT nightlife district of Beltline is where you can find many of these gay or lesbian bars and clubs. Additionally, we’ve covered LGBT topics in the following places:

  • Winnipeg
  • Montreal
  • Vancouver
  • Edmonton
  • Toronto

If you could let us know about any mistakes we made or if anything on this page is outdated, that would be cool! Leave comments in the box below. 

Also, please let us know if you believe any locations in your area should be classified as exclusive places for men to meet men or women to meet women.