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18+ · Cincinnati, Ohio

Gay bars & LGBTQ+ nightlife in Cincinnati

Gay bars, lesbian and queer bars, drag and dance clubs, leather bars and late-night LGBTQ+ venues. Everyone 21+ is welcome at most; each listing shows what the venue itself publishes. We found 3 in the Cincinnati area. Each listing shows where we checked it and when.

Bloom OTR

21+ with valid ID

1120 Walnut St, Cincinnati, OH 45202 · Map ↗

  • LGBTQ+ nightclub
  • drag shows
  • Circuit Ultra Lounge (private events)

Checked Oct 19, 2026 · source: bloomotr.com

Good Judy's

4169 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45224 · Map ↗

Hours: Public: Fri-Sat 6 PM-2:30 AM; private events by arrangement

  • LGBTQ+ bar
  • private events by arrangement
  • entry age unverified; confirm before visiting

Checked Oct 19, 2026 · source: goodjudysnorthside.com

Home Base Tavern

2401 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45219 · Map ↗

Hours: Tue-Sat 7 PM-2:30 AM; Sun-Mon closed

  • Tuesday karaoke (start time not published)
  • bar snacks
  • entry age unverified; confirm before visiting

Checked Oct 19, 2026 · source: homebasetavern.wixsite.com

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