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Merchant Pride

Merchant Pride

Merchant Pride, Candleriggs, Glasgow, UK

This is the place to go if you just want a simple pint surrounded by friendly gay people. It's a traditional pub with a bar-like atmosphere thanks to it's host of live entertainment including karaoke, cabaret, and house DJs, making it great for a casual group night out. Merchant Pride is a place for locals and any tourists wanting to get a taste of Glasgow's homely community.

Dancing, Drag

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Club X

Club X

This club describes itself as a dirty little secret. Hidden in the basement of the Polo Lounge, Club X has a serious S&M theme and plenty of secluded spaces to explore it. Meet with strangers in the dark spaces and showers of the club where anything and everything goes. There are events throughout the week themed around R&B, Hip-Hop, and cheap drinks, but that might not be all that's on your mind here...
Polo Lounge

Polo Lounge

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The Gallery Bar

The Gallery Bar

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Underground

Underground

Underground has Dive Bar vibes, and offers a more relaxed approach to the gay scene. It's popular with locals and tourists, attracting bears and older men. People of all ages are welcome to come in for a chat and a pint in a venue where everyone looks out for each other. In the heart of Glasgow's Gay Triangle, this is a bar where you can find cheap drinks and good company in a laid back yet colourful pub atmosphere.
The Waterloo

The Waterloo

Scotland's oldest gay bar is still going strong 50 years after opening. It history and no-frills approach to gay nightlight draws in crowds of locals for cheap drinks and a good time. It's won multiple awards for its quality entertainment and overall good venue, and it continues to impress its regulars and tourists. This is a place to have a laugh and feel safe with great people.
Delmonicas

Delmonicas

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