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"Where closets have no doors"
Gay Key West
One of the island's favorite Female Impersonators, Inga of the famous Aquanettes, welcomes you to Gay Key West
With one of the most diverse populations in the world, a spectacular
location and a true live and let live attitude, Key West is a uniquely
wonderful island enclave where everyone is welcome and where
“closets have no doors”.
Located on the “world’s longest dead end street,” Key West has
always been a big draw for colorful, larger than life characters, but
it was the Gay Revolution of the 60’’s that catapulted the tiny island
to fame as a popular haven for gays, lesbians, drag queens, bisexuals
and transgenders.
Today, Key West is home to a thriving gay community of doctors,
lawyers, authors,artists, innkeepers, hairdressers, shop owners,
bartenders, servers, actors, and other interesting people who have
come here to claim their own piece of paradise.
KEY WEST BARS/NIGHTCLUBS
The famous Aquanettes
AQUA NIGHTCLUB
Home of the Aquanettes who perform "Reality Is A Drag"
every Tues - Sun. nights at 9 p.m. Dueling Bartenders,
starring Randy Thompson and guest performers, are a
laugh a minute every Mon. from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. Every
Tues. at 6:30 p.m. is Aqua Idol Night, Aqua’s own version
of the hit TV show which benefits local charities. The multi-
talented Bobby Nesbitt sings and tickles the piano every
Weds. from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Enjoy Wii bowling and other
interactive games during Thursday night Happy Hour from
3 - 8 p.m. On Fri. from 6 - 8 p.m., it the indomitable siren
Vanessa Di Gennaro takes to the stage with her powerful
singing voice. The World Tavern Poker Tour with Texas
Hold ‘Em keeps things lively every Saturday starting at
4 p.m. and on Sun. at 3 and 6 p.m. Located at 711 Duval
St., Key West. Call 305-294-0555 or at aquakeywest.com
One of the Beefcake bartenders at Bourbon Street Pub
BOURBON STREET PUB
Key West’s premiere large screen video bar with hard
bodied
boy dancers, live shows, special parties and
live Deejays
nightly. Pool, sundeck, hot tub and garden
bar for men only
daily until 6 p.m. Buy one get one free
drinks daily until 8 p,m.
Located at 724 Duval St. Info at
305-293-9800 or online at
bourbonstreetcomplex.com
Drag Mother Sushi surrounded by the world famous 801 Girls
801 BOURBON BAR
Home of the world famous 801 Girls drag show, this legendary
landmark has been a Key West institution for over 30 years and
has been regularly featured on CNN. Overlooking Duval St.,
the
downstairs bar is perfect for people watching and draws a
friendly
local crowd that ebbs and flows every day from 10 a.m.
to 4 a.m.
(opens at noon on Sunday) Karaoke on Thurs and
Sun. is always
a hoot and starts at 5 p.m. The upstairs Cabaret
is where headliner
Sushi and her troupe of female impersonators
wow crowds nightly
at 9 and 11 p.m. On Sundays, the upstair
Cabaret doors open at
4 p.m. for Drag Bingo, Key West’s longest
running benefit. Not
for the faint of heart, the action kicks off
at 5 p.m. and is a far cry
from your mama’s bingo. Happy Hour
prices daily 10 a.m until
8 p.m. Located at 801 Duval St. at
the corner of Petronia. Call
305-294-4737 or check out 801bourbon.com
LA TE DA
La Te Da’s outdoor bar is a popular gathering spot for cocktails
and people watching. Headliners Randy Roberts and Christopher
Peterson perform during season upstairs in the Crystal Room and
there’s great live music at the downstairs bar Tues. through Sat.
Gay friendly. Located at 1125 Duval St. 305.296.6706 or visit
lateda.com
Happy Hour at Pearl's Patio
PEARL'S PATIO
This all women’s bar is located inside Pearls Rainbow Resort
and is a hot spot with the locals - especially on Fri. and Sat.
during Happy Hour from 5-7 p.m. Open daily at noon. Special
$2.00 Bloody Mary’s every Sun. afternoon. Women only. Located
at 525 United St. Call 305.292.1450 or check out their complete
entertainment schedule online at pearlspatio.com
Saloon One is the place for men to hook up
SALOON ONE
This small bar behind the 801 Bourbon Bar is exclusively
for men
and one of Key West’s most popular places to
hangout and hook
up. There’s a different theme every week
and with a pool table,
pinball, Wii games, dungeon and
outdoor patio, there are also
plenty of things to do here.
If you get hungry, just order up one
of Saloon One’s special
pizza’s or White Castle Burgers. Located
on Petronia St.
at Duval. Call 305-294-4737 or go to 801bourbon.com
for the latest schedule.
KEY WEST GAY ORGANIZATIONS
KEY WEST GAY & LESBIAN COMMUNITY CENTER
The Center offers a variety of activities, meetings etc for
the Gay, bi-sexual, transgender community. Open Mon.-Fri.,
Noon to 9PM. Weekend hours vary. Located at 513 Truman
Ave., Key West Call305.292.3223
The boys of the Key West Business Guild
KEY WEST BUSINESS GUILD
For over 30 years, the guild has been promoting Key West as
a major gay destination gay. Located next to the Gay
& Lesbian Community Center at 513 Truman Ave., Key West.
Call 305-294-4603 www.gaykeywest.com
KEY WEST GAY TOURS
All aboard!
GAY & LESBIAN TROLLEY TOUR
Hop on a rainbow decorated trolley any Sat. at 11a.m. to catch
the Best of Key West in this 70 minute tour that highlights Key
West’s rich gay and lesbian history. 305.294.4603
KEY WEST WORSHIP
METROPOLITAN COMMUNITY CHURCH
Everyone is always welcome at this popular House of Worship.
sunday services start at 10 a.m. Located at 1215 Petronia St.,
Key West. Call 305-294-8912 or visit mcckeywest.com.
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