Newcastle Gay Bars

Though technically part of Powerhouse, Pink Room has its own distinct flavour. Where cover charges apply all night for Powerhouse, it's free entry before 2 am most nights. Pink Room stays open just as late.

The music policy covers everything from chart to cheese. Check their Facebook to see which queen will be hosting the night. Entrance is to the rear of Powerhouse, by the coach station. Closed Mondays.

Cabaret club with live drag shows. Boulevard is a popular destination for large groups up for a laugh and operates table service with a smart casual dress policy.

The shows are seasonal, so be sure to check their schedule in advance. Located close to Powerhouse and SR44 if you do need to dance afterwards.

Situated slap-bang in the middle of the Pink Triangle, Rusty's is a fun and friendly cabaret bar with live drag shows and DJ's playing cheesy pop and old school music.

Mixed crowd of locals, students and visitors. Very popular midweek and on Sundays. Drinks are relatively cheap. Check their Facebook page for details about events and parties.

The official pre-bar for Powerhouse. Switch is one of the "go-to" bars of the Pink Triangle, featuring live DJs nightly.

Popular with students on Mondays but attracts a slightly more sensible crowd at the weekend. Switch hosts frequent one-off events with a drag queen. Check Facebook to keep switched on to what's happening.

The Yard is the longest-running gay bar in Newcastle and has still been run by the same owners since the early 80's. The bar remains lively as ever.

Expect entertainment & frolics downstairs in The Yard with regular drag acts. Upstairs is Heaven's Above, where resident DJs play tunes to get down to. Both bars are open until 2 am.