Richmond, VA
About 1.5 hours from Hampton Roads. Richmond's queer scene centers on the Fan District and Carytown — real history, real community, no cover charges to speak of.
Downtown Richmond
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RVA's main LGBTQIA+ bar and restaurant. Open all seven days with never a cover — a rarity worth noting. Full menu, happy hour, Sunday karaoke, and a rotating lineup of Lesbian Nights, Bear Nights, and Leather Nights.
Carytown
Babe's of Carytown
One of the oldest lesbian bars in the country, open since 1979. A dive bar with southern charm — patio out back, a small volleyball court, and Wednesday karaoke nights. Welcomes all queers and allies.
East Grace Street
Godfrey's
RVA's premiere drag bar and home of the famous Godfrey's Drag Brunch. A newly renovated nightclub space with nightly drag shows, DJs, dancing, and an open outdoor patio.
Venue details for Richmond are still being filled in — hours, cover charges, and social links will be added as we verify them. Something wrong or missing? Let us know.