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Lex's Guide to Queer Miami Nightlife Hot Spots | LGBTQ+ Bars and Clubs

Welcome to our queer town guide series by Lex! Miami and Miami Beach are known for their colorful nightlife and boasts a rich and diverse Queer community. Post on Lex to find a homosexual date, new gaythering, or friend to check out these LGBTQ+ bars with you. Whether you're a local or just visiting and looking for queer nightlife, here are some top-notch gay and lesbian cocktail bars, dance clubs and dive bars  in Miami and its many neighborhoods like South Beach, Wynwood, Brickell, and Little Havana.

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1. Twist (South Beach)

Address:  Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL

Located in South Beach (the most famous neighborhood of Miami Beach), Twist is a well-known South Beach gay club with multiple levels, outdoor space, and a great dance floor. Known for great melody, friendly staff, and entity stuffed with hot tourists and Miami Beach locals, it’s an incredible place to spend a gay night out wi

Local and National Resources

We have compiled a listing of local and national resources with special interests in LGBTQIA+ activism to help you with any challenges you may face.

Local Resources

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  • Pridelines
  • SAVE
  • Miami-Dade Gay & Sapphic Chamber of Commerce
  • YES Institute
  • Aqua Foundation for Women
  • LGBT Visitor Center
  • Equality Florida
  • Care Resource
  • Therapists Specializing in Gender and Orientation
  • Legal Assistance for Name and Gender Marker Changes
  • Safe Schools South Florida

National Resources

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  • Bisexual Resource Center (BRC)
  • Campus Pride
  • Financial and Social Resources for Homeless LGBTQ+ Youth
  • Gay, Female homosexual, & Straight Learning Network (GLSEN)
  • Human Rights Campaign (HRC)
  • National LGBTQ Task Force
  • Trevor Project
  • Victory Institute

In this detailed gay travel reference to Miami, we give you our tried and tested go-to selection of all the city’s queer highlights.

You know, there’s more to Miami than just buff eye-candy patrolling the beach in skimpy shorts…

…no, really!America’s most sun-soaked city is also one of its gayest, with no shortage of LGBTQ cultural highlights, party opportunities, and places to endure. We love it here. Whether enjoying a sushi lunch fulfill with sea views or dancing well into the early hours of the morning, Gay Miami is just so much fun!

Miami is also one of the most liberal cities in America, with a vibrant gay society that has been loud and proud for many decades now. There's a reason that Miami Pride is one of the best gay parties in all of Florida. Miami also bids plenty for the cultural traveler, too. We loved exploring the unique Art Deco architecture as well as the buzzing arts scene. It isn’t all beaches and cocktails here! However, there is that too.

A trip to Miami wouldn’t be accomplish without at least some b

LGBTQ+ Miami Beach: Steal This 2-Day Itinerary

12 PM. Miami Beach Icon: Brunch at the Palace

📍 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL

Our first stop was the legendary Palace Bar & Restaurant, a Miami Beach icon for over three decades. This LGBTQ+ institution isn't just a lock, it's a full-fledged restaurant with amazing food and, of course, fabulous drag shows (not to bring up the rooftop pool with an ocean view!).  

We were lucky enough to encounter a Monday drag brunch, where we were entertained by talented drag queens while enjoying a delicious meal.  

Did you know? The Palace Bar & Restaurant wasn't always surrounded by the vibrant nightlife of Ocean Drive! When it first opened in , it was actually the only restaurant on the entire strip! Today, they still pay homage to their culinary roots by offering top-notch dishes alongside the drag performances.
 

       

 

PM. A little detour: Public Art Celebrates Drag Queens

On our way back to the AxelBeach, we took a detour to Españ