Guide to LGBTQ+ clubs in Copenhagen
Discover the city's large selection of gay bars and clubs.
Like many other big cities, Pride Week in Copenhagen has developed into a spectator event with around 30,000 participants and over 150,000 spectators, who go to support friends, family and familiar faces, to promote tolerance, or simply to have a good time. And whether or not it’s Pride season, LGBTQ+ clubs guarantee a good time. Many operate an open door policy, where you’re welcome whether you’re LGBTQ+ or straight.
Here’s a selection of great LGBTQ+ bars in Copenhagen:
One of the oldest gay bars in Copenhagen
Masken
Masken is one of the oldest gay bars in Copenhagen and was named Denmark’s Best Gay Bar in 2013. A classic and lively place with a mix of LGBTQ+ clientèle of all ages, where they celebrate the Eurovision Song Contest and serve loads of Fernet Branca.
Smoke, music and a tiny dance floor
Cosy bar
High camp drag artist DJs from Berlin with names such as Jacky-Oh Weinhaus and Charlet Crackhouse, are a couple of the headline disc jockeys in one of Copenhagen’s oldest and most iconic gay bars. Smoke, music and a tiny dance floor await in the bar for night owls of any sexual persuasion who often arrive when other clubs shut.
On the scene for 30+ years
Men’s Bar
As the name suggests, Men’s Bar is exclusively geared towards gay men and the place to go dressed in leather, rubber or uniforms. Men’s has been on the scene for 30+ years and is a classic gay leather bar, but without strict dress codes. Popular with leather, bears and mature guys. Serves brunch on the first Sunday of each month.
An iconic, lively gay bar
Centralhjørnet
An iconic, lively gay bar that has been in existence in Copenhagen for over 100 years, making it one of the oldest in Europe. The place where brown bodega drag meets Eurovision and Pride, extravagantly decorated at Christmas and other high days and holidays. Mostly for men of all ages.
A smart clientèle
Oscar
Very popular LBTQ+ café and bar on the corner of Rådhuspladsen, with outdoor tables in summer. Cool DJs, Cocktail lounge, classic café food, numerous draft beers and a smart clientèle.
A party magnet
Amigo Bar
Amigobar was originally a gay bar for men, but has since become a party magnet for both gay and straight visitors. Queer bodega atmosphere, loads of themed parties, karaoke nights, good atmosphere and open late.
Lesbian bar and disco
Vela Gay Club
Vela is a lesbian bar and disco where you can always expect a good time. Famous for its painted glass windows with Japanese kimono ladies, subdued lighting and shots with crazy names. The clientèle is overwhelmingly gay women, but men are not turned away.
Text by Lise Hannibal