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2011-12-11
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You found your way to Dallas, but where's a gay or lesbian person to hang out? The PopCulture Shack has put together a list of some of the most popular gay dance clubs, plus a few local sources for naughty gay flicks. And, even more options await when you check out the metroplex's gay newspapers and other resources. |
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Alternatives - West Dallas video store with tons of gay adult video rentals and catchy dance music to listen to while you shop. Open 24 hours, seven days a week. Located at 1720 West Mockingbird Lane, a few blocks east of I-35, on the back side of the New Fine Arts. Minimum age for entry: 18. |
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BJ's NXS! - Terrific bar with hot male dancers after 9 p.m. and tons of roving twink shotboys. At 3215 N. Fitzhugh Avenue (3 blocks west of Central Expy); no cover charge. Open 7 days a week until 2 a.m. Smoking prohibited inside, but allowed on outside patio. |
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Dallas Voice - The Voice offers gay-related news stories covering the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex, as well as state and national gay issues. Free at Borders, gay-themed stores, gay-friendly businesses, and selected other bookstores. Web site updated daily. |
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J.R.'s Bar & Grill - Popular bar with balcony that's open-air when it's nice outside and enclosed when it's not. Also has shows or special events some nights. At 3923 Cedar Springs Road; no cover charge. Open Tuesday-Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.; Sun and Monday from noon to 2 a.m. Minimum age for entry: 21. Picked as Best Gay Bar in 2011 by Dallas Observer readers and Best Happy Hour in 2011 by the Dallas Voice. Smoking prohibited inside, but allowed on outside patio. |
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The Round-Up Saloon - Tho' I'm not a big Country & Western fan, this is a great place to hang out and relax or two-step if you know how, although it can be very crowded. Less attitude here. Karaoke on Sunday, Monday, and Wednesday; dance lessons early on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday. No cover; mostly late 20s & up. At 3912 Cedar Springs Road. Open Monday-Friday from 3 p.m. to 2 a.m.; Saturday-Sunday from noon to 2 a.m. Minimum age for entry: 21. Picked as Best Ultimate Club in 2011 by the Dallas Voice and Best Gay Bar in 2011 by the Dallas Observer. Smoking prohibited inside, but allowed on outside patio. |
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Station 4 (S4) - Formerly the Village Station, it now has additional space for dancing and more! Cover charge, except no cover for those 21+ on: Wednesday (all night), Thursday (9-midnight), Friday (9-11 p.m.), Saturday (10-10:30 p.m.), and Sunday (9-11 p.m.). Open Thursday-Sunday from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m. (Alcohol service available until 2 a.m.) Located at 3911 Cedar Springs Road. Minimum age for entry: 18, except 21 on Saturday. Station 4 was picked as Best After Hours Club in 2011 by the Dallas Voice and Best Dance Club in 2011 by Dallas Observer readers. Smoking prohibited inside, but allowed on outside patio. |
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Sue Ellen's - Lesbian club with dance floor, indoor lounge for live music, and upstairs/downstairs outside patio area for chatting. Cover charge, except Friday (9:30-10 p.m.), Saturday (9:30-10 p.m.) and Sunday (all night). At 3014 Throckmorton Street (one block off Cedar Springs Road). Open Monday-Friday from 4 p.m. to 4 a.m.; Saturday-Sunday from 2 p.m. to 4 a.m. (Alcohol service available until 2 a.m.) Minimum age for entry: 21, except 18 on Friday. Picked as Best Lesbian Hot Spot in 2011 by the Dallas Voice. Smoking prohibited inside, but allowed on outside patio. |
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Tapelenders - Video rental store with wide selection of gay-themed dramas and comedies, plus adult films, too, and general Hollywood releases. Also has selection of gifts. Open 9 a.m.-midnight, 7 days a week. Located at 3926 Cedar Springs Road. |
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The Tin Room - Great bar with lots of male dancers, a cage, and even a shower! At 2514 Hudnall Street (near Maple Avenue at Inwood Road); no cover charge. Open Sunday-Thursday until 2 a.m.; Friday and Saturday until 3 a.m. (Alcohol service available until 2 a.m.) Minimum age for entry: 18. Smoking prohibited inside, but allowed on outside patio. |
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Turtle Creek Chorale - Terrific 200+ male gay chorale that performs at Dallas' Meyerson Symphony Center. Breathtaking, clever, and touching performances. Buy tickets on the site, check out future performance dates and times, and hear music samples. |
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