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LGBTQ spots

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Expansive gym space offers secret passageway and varied equipment. Welcoming vibe shines through loving queer staff and a strong community feel. Amenities like showers and dog-friendly policies make visits easy and enjoyable.

Space feels very queer and welcoming. Staff and members are loving queer individuals who make it easy for beginners to feel comfortable.

People are saying

"I found this gym to be the best I've ever been to."

"It's a welcoming, inclusive LGBTQ space where you can feel comfortable."

"The gym felt like an eclectic art studio with skylights and plants."

Good to know

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Rain City Fit offers a day pass for visitors.

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The gym has 24-hour access for members.

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Membership has no sign-up fees or contracts.

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Waxing hair removal service

Studio feels like hanging out at a friend's place with queer art and a calming atmosphere. Staff explain every step clearly, making it safe and comfortable for LGBTQ clients. Energy stays relaxed and fun, creating a truly welcoming space.

A queer-owned and operated space offers a soothing atmosphere filled with queer art on the walls. The environment feels safe and comfortable for gay and queer sugaring.

People are saying

"Eddie made me feel so comfortable and safe."

"Eddie made the experience so comfortable and relaxing."

"Eddie made my LGBTQ hair removal fun and professional."

Good to know

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Sugar Me Timbers is a queer and Latino owned business.

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The studio is conveniently located on Broadway next to QFC.

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Eddie uses high-quality products for hair removal.

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Salon blends vintage decor with velvet furniture and plants for a warm vibe. Luci welcomes LGBTQ and BIPOC clients with cuts that express queer and gender nonconforming styles. Friendly pets add to the cozy, inclusive atmosphere where socializing feels natural.

Luci creates a space where LGBTQ and BIPOC clients feel safe and understood. Haircuts embrace queer and gender nonconforming styles with clear attention to personal expression.

People are saying

"Nina is truly the best curl expert I've seen."

"Luci creates a safe space for LGBTQ clients to express their hair needs."

"The scalp massage during my wash was incredible."

Good to know

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Reservations are recommended for appointments, especially on weekends.

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The salon specializes in curly hair and offers tailored services for different textures.

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Walk-ins are welcome, but expect longer wait times during peak hours.

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Game store offers a safe space with a queer comics section and events like Queer Board Game night. Space is well-organized with a large back area for board and card games. Community feels inclusive and welcoming to diverse groups, especially LGBTQIA+ players.

A safe space for trans and queer folk with a lovingly curated queer comics section. Hosts events like the Queer Board Game night and offers a strong selection of queer authors and LGBTQ+ friendly vibes.

People are saying

"It's a great, safe space for the queer community."

"It's a cool spot with a lot of games and stuff."

"The staff at this Local Spot are super friendly and helpful."

Good to know

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Draft events occur every Tuesday and Friday, welcoming players of all skill levels.

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Phoenix Comics & Games hosts game nights every Wednesday for Magic: The Gathering.

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The store requires masks and proof of vaccination for entry under their Covid-19 policy.

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Spacious shop offers personalized artist spaces and a calm vibe. Staff provide genuine care for queer clients, making it a safe space for trans people. Relaxed, inclusive atmosphere supports a super queer vibe throughout.

Staff show extreme communication and genuine care for queer clients. The environment feels safe for queer trans people and embraces a super queer vibe.

People are saying

"They're super friendly and attentive to your comfort."

"The artists here are super friendly and accommodating for your date."

"I felt safe and respected as a queer person here."

Good to know

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The shop is very welcoming and inclusive for queer and trans individuals.

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Vox creates custom designs based on client prompts, ensuring a personal touch.

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The shop maintains a clean environment, which is important for tattoo safety.

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Light-filled cafรฉ blends Mexico-inspired drinks with a mini mercadito showcasing Latinx and queer artists. Cozy vibe with a vintage photo booth creates a safe queer hangout. Friendly staff support LGBTQ+ and POC communities through art and music events.

A small, local, queer and Latinx owned cafรฉ creates a welcoming space supporting Latinx, POC, and LGBTQ+ communities. Friendly staff foster a safe queer hangout environment where many feel at peace.

People are saying

"I loved the horchata chai; it was creamy and perfectly spiced."

"This cafe has such a cute, artistic vibe."

"I felt so at peace in this welcoming LGBTQ community."

Good to know

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The cafรฉ gets quite busy with a line usually out the door.

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Parking can be scarce because it has limited street parking only.

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They are dog friendly.

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Classic gay bar with a dark and erotic atmosphere offers a friendly vibe and fun weekend events. Great DJs spin old school music creating a relaxed, community-minded space with plenty of room to move.

Classic gay bar with a dark and erotic atmosphere offers a friendly vibe and hosts fun evening and weekend events.

People are saying

"I loved the strong drinks and fun themed nights at this gay bar."

"I loved the great DJs and atmosphere."

"It's a classic gay bar with strong drinks and fun events."

Good to know

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Cover charge applies after 8 PM, despite what the website states.

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CC's Seattle hosts a variety of themed parties and events throughout the month.

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Expect busy nights during events, especially on weekends.

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Gay night club

Massive offers a spacious queer-led dancehall with an amazing sound system and unapologetically queer staff. It creates a vibrant, music-centric nightlife where Queer People of Color can dance freely and feel welcome.

Massive offers a deliciously queer environment with amazing, unapologetically queer staff. It serves as a queer oasis where gay individuals, including Queer People of Color, can dance and be themselves in a welcoming space.

People are saying

"This place is an incredible LGBTQ club with a safe space for self-expression."

"The DJs here play amazing, danceable house and techno music."

"The dancing here has a fun, sweaty, sexy vibe."

Good to know

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The cover charge is $20 for entry to the venue.

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The coat check costs $5 per visit.

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The venue hosts diverse events for the queer community, including themed nights.

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Shop unique clothes and furniture in a cramped space with loud music. Find queer resources up front, including items for newly transgender people. Shopping supports a community cause.

Queer resources sit near the front of the store, making them easy to find. Options cater to newly transgender people with appropriate selections.

People are saying

"I found the thrift store prices to be truly unbeatable."

"I found a very nice selection of women's clothing and cookware."

"I found the LGBTQ selection to be great and the prices were good."

Good to know

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Parking can be tough but is possible nearby.

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The store has a bag checking system for all bags and backpacks.

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There are no changing rooms available for trying on clothes.

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Gay & lesbian organization

Offers amazing services for LGBTQ+ individuals with visible support. Atmosphere can feel unwelcoming to some seeking aid. Space blends neat and interesting elements creating a unique environment.

Support for LGBTQ individuals is visible and openly expressed. Some find the environment welcoming, while others feel unwelcome seeking aid resources.

People are saying

"The team here is friendly, welcoming, and helped me with urgency."

Good to know

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The center offers various support services for the LGBTQ+ community.

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Workshops and events are regularly scheduled; check the website for details.

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The center hosts a weekly support group every Wednesday at 6pm.

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Divey karaoke bar buzzes with intimate space and a lively atmosphere full of queer freaks and geeks. Locals cheer each other on, creating a supportive community where fun beats expertise. Spot the LGBTQ+ karaoke sign marking a caring, inclusive vibe.

A fierce gay bar with a lively atmosphere full of queer freaks and geeks. It features an LGBTQ+ karaoke sign and offers more than just karaoke, creating a caring space for the community.

People are saying

"The karaoke host, Double D, really engaged the crowd and made it memorable."

"It's a queer dive bar with karaoke every night."

"It's a great place to chill and hang out."

Good to know

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Karaoke happens every night at the lounge, making it a popular spot for singing.

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The lounge has a karaoke host that changes nightly, so check for your favorite.

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Be cautious when exiting, as the area outside can have loiterers.

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Lesbian bar

Spacious bar with queer energy and packed dance floor offers a safe, welcoming vibe. Strong lesbian identity shines through fun events and karaoke nights. Walls adorned with artwork add to the funky atmosphere.

A lesbian bar with strong dedication to maintaining its identity, it offers fun events and a queer energy that attracts a welcoming crowd. Karaoke and good drinks are regular features here.

People are saying

"It's a great LGBTQ bar with fun events and amazing people."

"The Mac And Cheese here is phenomenal, with perfect textures and cheese blend."

"I appreciated the all-gender restroom."

Good to know

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Karaoke night happens every Thursday with a lively atmosphere.

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Trivia night is hosted every Wednesday at 8pm, featuring fun questions.

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Taco Tuesdays offer great deals on food and drinks.

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