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GLBT Nightlife
Where's the party at, you ask? All over Minneapolis Saint Paul, from downtown clubs to neighborhood bars, you'll find lively, eclectic nightlife of every variety.
Settle into a quiet corner booth, hit the dance floor or hop from place to place in our compact downtown area. Explore The Saloon, The Bolt, the Gay 90s and the Minneapolis Eagle. The oldest gay bar in the city, 19 Bar, continues to welcome regulars and visitors alike to its cozy Loring Park location.
Bowl, drink and dine at the Bryant Lake Bowl in Uptown, or swank it up at JetSet in the Warehouse District. See what's on stage at the eclectic Patrick's Cabaret in South Minneapolis. Named "Best Lesbian Bar" of 2007 by City Pages, Pi is the ultimate hangout, with live music, a late-night menu and trademark drinks.
Check out Saint Paul's oldest gay bar, The Town House, for live entertainment—including karaoke, drag shows and more—and fantastic specials. Big on space and style, CAMP Bar is a hip spot for your next big night out. As you plan your visit, get the latest news and events in the city from Lavender magazine.
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Kieran's Irish Pub
A gorgeous bar and traditional Irish music will have you raising a glass and tapping your feet at this popular downtown spot.
Check out Lavender magazine
Looking for the best events, style and stories in Minneapolis? Look no further than Lavender, Minnesota's GLBT magazine.
In the know
Learn some little-known facts about Minneapolis Saint Paul's nightlife scene. Then, lead the way to the hippest hot spots.
Go get registered!
Since 1991, same-sex couples in Minnesota have been able to register as domestic partners at Minneapolis City Hall.
Kushner Celebration
In the spring of 2009 the Guthrie will present a landmark theaterwide celebration honoring the work of award-winning playwright Tony Kushner. In addition to presenting Kushner's work on three unique stages, including a new play commissioned by the Guthrie, the theater will offer a series of speakers, scholars and special events designed to fully examine and celebrate Kushner's body of work.
