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3 Dollar Bill

Brooklyn’s large-scale queer nightclub, live-music and performance venue

New York, USA

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New York

About 3 Dollar Bill

3 Dollar Bill is a major queer nightclub, live-music and performance venue on Meserole Street in Brooklyn. Created as an inclusive space celebrating queer identity, it offers a much larger-scale nightlife experience than a traditional neighbourhood gay bar. The venue hosts a varied programme of dance parties, DJs, drag shows, concerts, cabaret, comedy, watch parties and community events. Its calendar serves different parts of New York’s LGBTQ+ community, with events ranging from early-evening performances and social gatherings to high-energy club nights continuing into the early morning. The complex includes the main 3 Dollar Bill venue, outdoor areas known as The Yard and the adjoining 9 Bob Note space. Facilities include professional stages, substantial sound and lighting systems, a full kitchen and outdoor patio areas. The layout allows the venue to accommodate both intimate performances and large parties. Most visitors come for a specific scheduled event rather than a casual bar visit, so the atmosphere, audience, admission price and opening time vary significantly from night to night. Check the official calendar before travelling and buy advance tickets where available, particularly for major weekend events and Pride programming.

What to expect

A spacious queer entertainment complex with powerful sound, large dance floors, stages and outdoor areas. Most nights centre on a particular ticketed party or performance, so the crowd and atmosphere depend heavily on the event.

Vibes

Queer nightclub LGBTQ+ club East Williamsburg Dancing DJs Drag Live music Performance venue Outdoor patio Ticketed events

Good to know

Practical tips before you visit

The venue is restricted to guests aged 21 and over

A valid physical government-issued photo ID is required

Many events are ticketed and popular nights may sell out

Opening and closing times depend on the scheduled event

The complex includes the main venue, The Yard and 9 Bob Note

The venue has a full kitchen and outdoor patio areas

Check which part of the complex your event is taking place in

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3 Dollar Bill

260 Meserole Street, Brooklyn, NY 11206

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4.2

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Gret Ski Ski

2 months ago

I didn’t eat any food up in the place but the building is historically decorated and the actual venue was very cute and quaint. The price was also reasonable (even got $5 off). Love the location. Honestly I rate this place 8.5 out of 10. Would recommend to others and will be returning soon. If your in BK

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Clara Collins

a month ago

I’ve been to 3DB many, many times. I’ve always had a great experience and I recommend it constantly. Truly one of my favorite places to see djs and drag shows. However, the last time I went a bartender told my friend she was not allowed to have a glass of water - only a bottle of water for $5. I understand it’s expensive to run a business and book talent! I happily pay whatever for my tickets and have accepted their very expensive drink prices! But I just don’t think it’s ok or safe to charge for water. Please do better!

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Pix

a month ago

Cool big space but I was there for Madonna night when high was 99-103 over 3 days. The bartender refused to give tap water saying you can only purchase bottles and they had no water station. It was so hot in the venue that I was almost passing out in the crowds. My partner looked sick the whole time and we ended up leaving early. Not having public water in this situation is ridiculous considering their ticket prices.

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Derek Herman

2 months ago

I love this venue but wanted to inform those of you who go that there’s a halal cart outside the venue who tells you one price and then triples it on his tap to pay screen and doesn’t show you the total. My credit card company said many people have reported this vendor. I’m not sure if 3DB has any control of who can sell outside of their club but DO NOT DO IT!!!

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Joe Mama

a year ago

Super fun experience, was only in NYC for 2 nights and I'm glad we made the trip to this bar it was sick to see some DJ's. Beware of little heavier set bar tender with facial hair, he didn't think we'd notice him automatically add 20% gratuity to a bottle of water before charging us.... not cool. Other than that, had a great time.

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