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LGBTQ+ nightlife and travel headlines, with short summaries and links to the original reporting.
Venue news · London, UK
PinkNews ·
The Two Brewers reopened after closing for part of October for a refurbishment, PinkNews reports. The Clapham High Street bar and club has served LGBTQ+ crowds since 1981. The venue’s current program still includes drag and cabaret, as well as karaoke and quiz nights. Check its listings for the night you plan to visit.
Venue news · San Diego, US
Times of San Diego ·
SRO Lounge in Bankers Hill shut on November 1, according to the Times of San Diego. The Fifth Avenue bar had welcomed generations of trans and gender-nonconforming patrons since opening in 1982. Its farewell message left open the possibility of a return, and the paper reported that the owners had yet to clarify their plans.
Pride & events · Taipei, Taiwan
Reuters ·
Protesters challenged Taipei’s mayor at Taiwan Pride on October 31 over an earlier police raid at Commander D in Wanhua. Reuters reported that police took 51 people in for questioning after the October 3 raid. Mayor Chiang Wan-an apologised for the impact on those affected and said the authorities would review what happened.
Pride & events · Bangkok, Thailand
Bangkok Post ·
Bangkok Pride has outlined its plans to host WorldPride in 2030, the Bangkok Post reports. The proposal calls for two weeks of events, with a focus on human rights and involvement from LGBTQ+ groups across Asia. Bangkok and Barcelona are the finalists. Both cities’ proposals are available through InterPride while the bid is decided.
Venue news · Pasadena, US
LAist ·
The Boulevard planned its final night for October 31 after 45 years in Pasadena, LAist reported. The Foothill Boulevard bar had become a regular spot for karaoke, drag and trans community nights. Owner Steven Terradot told LAist he was still open to an offer from a buyer through mid-November, leaving the venue’s longer-term future uncertain.
Travel updates · Caribbean
Splash Cruise ·
Cruise trade outlet Splash Cruise reports that Tryst Hospitality will launch a gay cruise brand with two full-ship charters. Its first trip is scheduled to leave Fort Lauderdale on Halloween 2027 for six nights aboard Celebrity Beyond. A second, larger sailing is planned for February 2028 aboard Wonder of the Seas.
Pride & events · Hong Kong
South China Morning Post ·
The South China Morning Post reported that Hong Kong Pride lost its November 14 booking at Central Market. Organizers have since announced a replacement for Saturday, November 28 in Kwun Tong. They’re asking attendees to sign up in advance and say the exact location will be sent to registered guests.
Venue news · New York, US
Eater New York ·
HAGS scheduled its final service at its East Village address for October 18, with a pay-what-you-can brunch. Eater New York reported that the owners had signed a lease for a space on the Bowery and intended to reopen in 2027. The new location’s opening date was still to be announced when Eater reported the move.
Pride & events · Atlanta, US
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution ·
Atlanta Pride called off its October 10 festival events at Piedmont Park ahead of forecast severe weather, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reported. The decision covered Saturday’s outdoor festival program. At the time of the announcement, organizers still planned to hold Sunday’s festival activities and parade and asked attendees to keep checking for updates.
The Pride Walk takes place on Saturday, November 7, as Winter Pride continues in Gran Canaria through Sunday.
A year after its Neukölln club closed, the Berlin queer nightlife institution is working toward a new space.
The historic LGBTQ+ pub’s first autumn back includes karaoke on Thursday and two nights of drag in Camden.
