Gay clubs sarasota

You can enjoy a cocktail while looking out over the city and beach not too far away, perfect for a summer holiday. You can have an exceptional day or night out at Gulf Gate Lanes. It’s open six nights a week with some of the cheapest drink specials in “Gayville.” 

Park Place Lounge

931 King Street, Jacksonville

With a well-stocked bar, an inviting outdoor patio, and pool tables ready for a friendly game, what more can you ask for from your neighborhood gay bar?

You can bet their rich collection of cars will have you lost for hours in the specimens and stories they can tell!

Lido Key Beach

Another favorite beachy destination in Sarasota is Lido Key Beach, where you can enjoy an easy sandy experience. For more, check out our Ultimate Guide To The Best Gay Bars In Wilton Manors. 

Georgie’s Alibi Monkey Bar

2266 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors

Georgie’s Alibi Monkey Bar is the perfect mix of a restaurant, bar, and nightclub all rolled into one!

The rooms are a good size with all the things you would expect in a modern hotel. It’s got a chill lounge vibe where there’s always something going on. And, for a chill vibe without the booze, their “LuvHer Sober” Pop-Up concept provides a fun, alcohol-free space to connect.

Southwest Florida

In Southwest Florida, cities like Sarasota, Fort Myers, and Cape Coral are buzzing with a gay bar and club scene that welcomes everyone.

Wilton Manors and South Beach, known locally as “The Gay Villages,” have an unlimited number of LGBTQ+ bars and nightclubs. HYATT PLACE SARASOTA/LAKEWOOD RANCH

We're big fans of the Hyatt Brand. With everything from drag contests for newbies, to college-themed nights and awesome drag performances, they welcome everyone no matter who you are.

Johnsons Tampa

2606 N Armenia Avenue, Tampa

As Tampa’s exclusive venue for gay male entertainment, Johnson’s Tampa has a refined social vibe, showcasing performers from around the world.

And, along with your A game, bring cash, the bar doesn’t accept cards.

Bourbon Street Pub

724 Duval Street, Key West

Gay-owned and operated, the Bourbon Street Pub is a New Orleans-themed bar featuring “the Men of Bourbon, beads, boys, and booze.“ Feel like taking a walk on the wild side?

The hotel's main restaurant is the Viento Kitchen and Bar, known for its delicious local seafood - we especially enjoyed the piña colada bread and the blackened jumbo shrimp!

#2. It occurs in late September and shows the newest LGBTQ films along with the Youth Scholarship program winner.

#5. It’s a restaurant by day and an outdoor club by night featuring lesbian entertainment and is lesbian owned.

With a little bit of planning and an open mind, visiting gay saunas and cruising clubs can be a fun and exciting part of your gay Sarasota travel itinerary.

Gay Map Of Sarasota

Finding it hard to envisage where everything is in Sarasota? Of course, it isn’t just the scorching summers that queer tourists love about Sarasota.

Make sure you check out our picks when you’re in the area.

Bambusa Bar & Grill

600 Goodlette Road., Naples

Looking for a very happy happy hour? It's near Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and some gay-friendly bars like Pangea Alchemy Lab and the rooftop bar at the Westin hotel.

Purple Rhino is the main gay bar in Sarasota, located about a 10-minute taxi ride south of Bayfront Park.

Just pick your song, grab the mic, and do your thing!  

The Parrot

1030 E Main Street, Lakeland

If you’re looking for the ultimate hangout spot in Lakeland to kick back and have a drink while having a lot of fun, look no further than Florida’s Oldest Gay Bar, The Parrot. Furthermore, gay-friendly accommodations may be located in an area known for being LGBTQ+ friendly.

While Sarasota does not have any specifically gay hotels or resorts, these are the most fabulous and pro-actively gay-friendly hotels in Sarasota.

Further south is the popular Siesta Key beach. It is well-known for being welcoming to the LGBTQ community, endorsed by fellow LGBTQ travelers and suggested by Purple Roofs LGBTQ website.

In terms of where it's located, Turtle Beach Resort is right by Montego Bay, so it's perfect if you want to be near Siesta Key Beach - it's just a 10-minute drive south.

Every night is an adventure here with Karaoke Monday, Trivia Night Wednesday, Bingo Thursday & the hottest Friday Night in town, Bears & Hares!

Twist

1057 Washington Ave, Miami Beach

A gay pub crawl, you say, where you don’t have to hire a driver? They are the organizers of the Harvey Milk Festival, amongst a handful of other events. 

A League of Our Own

Sarasota doesn’t just have a volunteer gay bar; they also have a queer bowling league that gives back to gay charities with its earnings.