Centered around bustling Commercial Street and spreading out through the town’s picturesque wood-clad streets, the gay scene in Provincetown is well-known as one of the USA’s most established. With countless small gay bars and a healthy selection of larger, more raucous venues, there is something for every gay traveler in Provincetown. In the summer months, gays from around the country flock to P-Town’s sandy shores, which play host to any number of events and festivals geared toward the LGBTQ+ community.
Gay Dance Clubs in Provincetown are listed on a separate page.
Provincetown Gay Bars
Provincetown has a very prominent gay bar scene, with most gay venues located in the West End area on Commercial Street
Provincetown Gay Bars
The Crown & Anchor Entertainment Complex
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247 Commercial St, Provincetown, USA
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The Crown & Anchor Entertainment Complex is comprised of Wave Video Bar, The Cabaret Room, The Vault, Paramount Club and Dive Bar. This is where the party's at.
This is one of Provincetown's most recognizable buildings. Performers, often in drag, entertain passers-by, reflecting its status as the town's "largest entertainment complex."
For 20 years, Bill Dougal and Rick Murray managed the establishment before passing it to Jonathan Hawkins and Paolo Martini in 2021. With expertise in luxury hospitality and entertainment, Hawkins and Martini continue the Crown & Anchor's legacy as Provincetown's leading LGBT+ entertainment hub.
WAVE Video Bar
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247 Commercial Street, Provincetown, USA
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WAVE is part of the Crown & Anchor complex, located on the gay Commercial Street in Provincetown.
It's called a video bar for a reason: there are flat screen TV's everywhere. Great place to have drink a beer and watch a game and dance into the early hours. Of you want to make a night of it, you can move onto Paramount, P-Town's biggest gay club.
WAVE hosts regular events and parties, from Halloween parties and bear-themed evenings to Drag Race viewing parties. Don't miss the karaoke nights hosted by Shady Pines.
Mon:18:00 - 03:00
Tue:18:00 - 03:00
Wed:18:00 - 03:00
Thu:18:00 - 03:00
Fri:18:00 - 03:00
Sat:12:00 - 03:00
Sun:12:00 - 03:00
Last updated on: 16 May 2024
Last updated on: 16-May-2024
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Aqua Bar
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207 Commercial Street, Provincetown, USA
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Popular bar in gay Provincetown, serving up cocktails, speciality drinks and tasty food on the large outdoor terrace with views over P-Town.
Aqua Bar is favoured amongst West End's local LGBT community and is known for its friendly staff, great waterfront location and laid-back atmosphere.
Mon:11:00 - 21:00
Tue:11:00 - 21:00
Wed:11:00 - 21:00
Thu:11:00 - 21:00
Fri:11:00 - 22:00
Sat:11:00 - 22:00
Sun:11:00 - 21:00
Last updated on: 12 Feb 2024
Last updated on: 12-Feb-2024
Shipwreck Lounge
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10 Carver Street, Provincetown, USA
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Shipwreck Lounge is a friendly gay bar in West End area of Provincetown. The bar has an easygoing vibe where you can converse with friends, enjoy a drink or two, and chill out at the outdoor patio.
Mon:17:00 - 01:00
Tue:17:00 - 01:00
Wed:17:00 - 01:00
Thu:17:00 - 01:00
Fri:17:00 - 01:00
Sat:17:00 - 01:00
Sun:17:00 - 01:00
Last updated on: 12 Feb 2024
Last updated on: 12-Feb-2024
Boatslip Resort & Beach Club
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161 Commercial Street, Provincetown, USA
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LGBT-popular resort & beach club in Provincetown, located on Commercial Street, near the harbour, many shops, cafes and other gay bars.
Boatslip Beach Club has an outdoor pool with a deck where you can enjoy frozen cocktails, live music, friendly staff and breathtaking waterfront views.
The venue regularly hosts themed nights including its famous Tea Dance party - visit their website for event details.
Mon:12:00 - 22:00
Tue:12:00 - 22:00
Wed:12:00 - 22:00
Thu:12:00 - 22:00
Fri:12:00 - 22:00
Sat:12:00 - 22:00
Sun:12:00 - 22:00
Last updated on: 12 Feb 2024
Last updated on: 12-Feb-2024
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