Gay Bars In Blackpool

Did you know Blackpool is one of the leading gay-friendly towns in the UK? If you’re heading out into Blackpool during the evening, there are some lively gay bars in Blackpool you don’t want to miss!

Flying Handbag

This million pound venue opened its doors in early 2006 , located in the heart of the gay village of Queen Street. Since its opening, it has won various awards at the Blackpool Pride Awards.

The Flying Handbag has a purpose-built cabaret, pool table, roof terrace, seating area and we can’t forget the dancefloor!
The gay bar is open seven days a week from 12pm. There’s a small entry price at the weekend, but during the week it is free of charge. For more information and where to find Flying Handbag, click here.

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Funny Girls

If you miss a visit to Funny Girls during your Blackpool visit, were you ever in Blackpool? Funny Girls is a burlesque cabaret show bar known for its outrageous fun and fabulous costumes.

Funny Girls has been going from strength to strength and it celebrated its 25^th anniversary in 2019! The bar is located in the heart of Blackpool, making it perfect to bar hop after experiencing their show. In fact, the home of Funny Girls is in an iconic Grade II listed building and has many of the original art-deco features.

Whether you’re looking for a party, get together or special occasion, Funny Girls should be on your list for things to do in Blackpool.

Prices start from £5.00. For more information, including how to buy tickets and how to get there, click here.

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Kaos

Kaos gay bar, located on Queen Street, is one of the newest gay-friendly bars to open its doors in Blackpool – oh, it’s free too!

Expect a lively but safe atmosphere, a fantastic light and sound system and low cost drinks. For more information, you can visit their Facebook page here.

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Flamingo’s

This multi-levelled, multi-million pound venue is officially a clubbers paradise. It has recently been taken over my new owners and the place is currently being revamped.

Entry is normally free before 3am during week days and there is a small charge during the weekends (subject to change).

Flamingo’s is located on Queen Street, close to other gay bars in Blackpool like Funny Girls and Kaos. Open seven days a week, you are sure to have a good time at Flamingo’s.

Learn more here.

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Ma Kelly’s

Just like Funny Girls, a trip to Blackpool is not the same if you miss Ma Kelly’s.  Though they are not exclusive gay bars, their inclusive and friendly attitude, entertaining cabarets and lively atmosphere will guarantee a good evening.

They have three locations – Blackpool Central, Blackpool North and Blackpool South. Ma Kelly’s has grown into a popular attraction, boasting six venues across Blackpool, up to 9 acts a day, 7 days a week.

The six venues are: Ma Kelly’s North, the Showboat, previously Uncle Tom’s Cabin, Ma Kelly’s Station, Ma Kelly’s Foxhall, Ma Kelly’s South and Ma Kelly’s Champs Bar.

Top tip: when the sun is out in Blackpool, head to the recently renovated Ma Kelly’s Champs Bar which features outside seating and projection screens.

They regularly post what’s on at the bar on Facebook, so for regular updates check here.

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