Gay Bars in Columbus

Packing crowds for over a decade

With a bevy of techno and house music, this dance club also has a patio and occasionally hosts an all-male revue...

Short North · 775 N High St, Columbus

• 20+
• dancing
• drag
• go-go boys
• 18+

In the heart of Short North

With an extensive food menu and strong drinks, this place turns into a nightclubs after dark.

Short North · 782 N High St, Columbus

• video
• $$

Military-themed in Olde Towne

Grab a drink special and hit the karaoke stage at this casual, popular bar.

Olde Towne East · 49 Parsons Ave, Columbus

• 20+
• 30+
• drag
• karaoke
• themed

Comedy, theater, and dancing!

Martini and piano bar attracts diverse entertainment with a range of talents.

German Village · 863 S. High St., Columbus

• 40+
• 50+
• dancing
• outdoor seating
• piano
• LGBTQ+ owned

A favorite corner bar

Enjoy karaoke, pool tournaments, darts, bingo, and drag shows here.

Merion Village · 126 E Moler St, Columbus

• drag
• pool table
• karaoke

Rainbow-flagged tavern

Cavan proves that sometimes classics work better together. With features from both traditional Irish pubs and classic...

Merion Village · 1409 S High St, Columbus

• 30+
• 40+
• drag
• go-go boys
• sports
• karaoke
• pub
• bar food

Gay dance club

A comfortable, low-key place to enjoy drinks with a local crowd.

University District · 20 E Duncan St, Columbus

• outdoor seating

Friendly local staple

Great happy hours and a nice patio are at this dive bar.

German Village · 708 S High St, Columbus

• outdoor seating
• pool table
• $

Beer, pizza, and lovely lesbian ladies

One of the most popular lesbian hangouts in Columbus, Slammers offers pool, live music, an outdoor patio,...

Downtown · 202 E Long St, Columbus

• lesbian
• 20+
• 30+
• dancing
• outdoor seating
• pool table
• mixed LGBTQ+
• $$
• casual
• women-led

Let loose and unwind

With cheap drinks, a friendly crowd, and karaoke, it's the place to make friends.

Merion Village · 744 Frebis Ave., Columbus