Baltimore Gay Bars

The Drinkery is a gay dive bar in Baltimore. Nothing fancy but laidback and fun. There are karaoke evenings over weekends from 8pm. Drinks are strong and cheap – especially during happy hour.

Inside you’ll find a retro jukebox featuring a variety of music, as well as TVs scattered throughout the bar. It attracts a well-established group of locals.

Mixers is an energetic Baltimore gay bar, featuring a state-of-the-art sound system and spacious outdoor decking area.

Each week this lively neighbourhood gay bar plays host to popular theme nights, including karaoke, ladies night, and drag shows.

Throughout the week you’ll find Baltimore’s gay crowd gathering at Mixers to take advantage of its affordable drink specials.

It’s quite small so you may find yourself bumping into people on the dancefloor – certainly one way to meet some locals.

The Rowan Tree is a gay cocktail bar in Baltimore with quirky decor. You can enjoy handcrafted cocktails and mingle locals. It draws quite a diverse crowd. There are drag performances, usually at weekends after 8 pm.

The drinks are well priced and strong – especially the shots.

Walt’s Inn is a gay dive bar in Baltimore. It offers a selection of craft beers, regular karaoke evenings and a lively atmosphere. Expect some raucous drunken singing. It has been said that one “Walt’s Inn and stumbles out” of this establishment.

Walt’s Inn also offers light bar bites, including pizza and their famed soft pretzels.

Although not a gay bar, Canton’s Portside Tavern is very gay-friendly. It’s a classic American join serving food like cheesesteaks, clam chowder and burgers. You can pop in for a civilised drink with some locals.

It’s a fairly small space and can get very busy on weekends.