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Philly Gayborhood

Welcome to The Philadelphia Gayborhood!

 

 

 

Philadelphia might be most famously known as the birthplace of American democracy, but you'll find it's an ideal destination for discovery as you explore its more colorful neighborhoods. Learn more about its rich history and delve into its spectacular sights and attractions.

Icandy
254 South 12th St.
Philadelphia 19107
215.545.8088

A Unique Nightlife Experence
Multi-Level Entertainment Complex

Shampoo (Fridays)
417 N. 8th St.
Philadelphia 19107
215.922.7500

Philly’s big gay Friday night party is at Shampoo - renamed "Shaft Fridays" for the occasion. Check out the website for weekly events.

Uncle’s
1220 Locust St.
Philadelphia 19107
215.546.6660

A small neighborhood bar very popular with the immediate locals.

The Nevermore Hotel
6426 Lower York Road
New Hope, PA 18938
215.862.5221

Drawing a wider audience every week, we’re offering more crowd pleasing beats than anyone in town with the biggest, hottest Dance Party seen in the area for years! Special Resident DJ, Michael DeCero, along with Guest DJs, churn out the latest and most uplifting rhythms to carry you through the night. This is the place to be each weekend that you’re lucky enough to find yourself in New Hope!
Now hosted every Friday and Saturday night!

 

 

The Westbury Bar
261 S. 13th St.
Philadelphia
215.546.5170

Undoubtedly, the gayborhood’s best neighborhood bar. No pretense here, just a bunch of regular guys who live for laughter. Sunday bartenders John and Emilio get the week started exactly right. One visit here and you’ll want to be a regular.

Woody’s
202 S. 13th St.
Philadelphia 19107
215.545.1893

THE landmark bar in Philly has been around for years. Located in the heart of the gayborhood, Woody’s is world renowned for its potent drinks. The first floor comprises a video bar, side pub and café. The second floor features a cyberbar with free Internet usage. Also on the second floor is a dance floor. On the weekends, Woody’s is nearly always at full capacity.

Sisters
1320 Chancellor Street
Philadelphia 19107
215.735.0735

Sisters is Philly’s only lesbian bar, but it’s friendly enough for the rest of the LGBT community. Located in the heart of the "Gayborhood," Sisters hosts tons of entertainment from live music, theme parties and some of the top spinners in the city. Sisters also has the distinction of having one of the most efficient (and humorous) bartenders, T.J. Nistico - a regular hoot and a half.

Bump
1234 Locust Street
Philadelphia 19107
215.732.1800

This is where the sleek and chic meet. The interior is trendy and welcomes the younger set. But in the warm months, the garden patio is a delightful way to imbibe outdoors. Bump offers an ambitious menu. Some menu items are 50 percent off on Tuesdays.

 

Voyeur
1221 St. James St.
Philadelphia 19107
215.735.5772

This is a very hot disco, primarily an after-hours bar and club. It’s open very late, so it’s where most of the boys end up. But if you are not a member it is $15 to get in and you cannot buy liquor unless you are a member. Hang around some of the bars in the vicinity; that’s the best way to get invited.

The Raven
1385 West Bridge Street
New Hope, PA 18938
T 215.862.2091

Established in 1979, The Raven has become an institution for the people living, traveling and discovering the beautiful scenery that New Hope, Pennsylvania has to offer.

 

The Venture Inn
255 S. Camac St.
Philadelphia, PA 19107
215.545.8731

The Venture Inn is one of Philadelphia’s cultural icons. Centered in historical downtown, patrons can still see preserved sections of architecture from hundreds of years ago, including sections of the underground railroad that once ran through Philadelphia.

Bounce
1102 South Rt 130
West Deptford 08093
856-845-1010
A popular South Jersey bar with events
Wednesdays thru Saturdays.

Stir Lounge
1705 Chancellor Street
Philadelphia 19103
215.732.2700

"Your Place to Get Stiff on The Square"

Mon-Sun 4pm - 2am
Daily Happy Hour 5-7pm

 

Bike Stop
206 S Quince St
Philadelphia 19107
215.627.1662

Popular with both gays and lesbians, this leather-bar turned gay megaplex has multiple floors with a disco, sports bar and leather-ish first floor.

 


 

Tavern on Camac
243 S Camac St
Philadelphia 19107
215.545.6969

Not only is T.O.C. one of the oldest GLBT bars in the country, but one of the most harmonious. Downstairs is the piano bar where everything from modern music to standards is played. Be sure to catch Nile on Thursdays, who often hands the mike off to patrons. The weekends, of course, are the busiest, but sometimes the most fun when the entire bar joins in on popular melodies.

 

 

Locust Street

Philadelphia Mayor John F. Street celebrated his city's commitment to diversity April 18 when he dedicated 36 new street signs affixed with the iconic rainbow flag. The signs serve as an official marker of the city's "gayborhood," a concentrated area of gay-friendly businesses, bars, nightclubs, coffee shops, and restaurants running from Chestnut to Pine Streets between 11th and Broad streets. Their arrival comes just in time for the city's annual Equality Forum, (April 30-May 6).
Members of the Philadelphia Gay Tourism Caucus
(www.gayphiladelphia.org), Washington Square Civic Association and City Councilman Frank DiCicco spent two years working to replace existing street signs with the new gay-themed ones. The nonprofit caucus is dedicated to helping the city get its share of the lucrative $54 billion gay travel market. San Francisco, Chicago, Montreal and Toronto have erected similar rainbow installations.

Find out more about the gay-friendly city: www.gophila.com/gay

 


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Face Off Over Marriage in Jersey
Recently, Evan Wolfson of the pro-gay Freedom to Marry debated Brian Brown of the anti-marriage equality group National Organization for Marriage (NOM) over a referendum that’s currently being considered by our neighbors in the Garden State. Gov. Chris Christie says he wants voters to decide the fate of same-sex marriage, but LGBT rights supporters like Wolfson say [...]
V-Day Philly Kicks Off
Last year, more than 5,800 V-Day events were held around the world to bring attention to violence against women. In Philly this year, the LGBT community is getting involved in a big way. Starting Thursday, Feb. 9 (7 p.m.), V-Day kicks off at Tavern on Camac for a “take back the night” celebration with two [...]
Should CNN Fire This Guy?
If a dude at your Super Bowl party is hyped about David Beckham?s H&M underwear ad, smack the ish out of him! #superbowl. Who the hell was that New England Patriot they just showed in a head to toe pink suit? Oh, he needs a visit from #teamwhipdatass. These are two of the tweets that [...]
Leave Ellen Alone
She’s one of the most popular daytime TV hosts ever. She has an enormous fan base, gives away over-the-top prizes and dances all the way to the bank. Say what you want about Ellen DeGeneres, but she’s parlayed a short-lived sitcom and standup act into an entertainment empire, living an openly gay life while middle [...]

 

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Rumors have been circulating the past few months that Fredrik Eklund, a.k.a porn actor Tag Ericksson, was going to appear on the new season of Bravo's reality real-estate show, "Million Dollar Listing." Yesterday those rumors were confirmed.
And the Winners Are...2012 XBIZ Awards
The winners of XBIZ's awards were announced at a gala last month in Santa Monica, Calif. The awards honor the best in the world of adult entertainment. More than 140 were given out.
Guinevere :: Holding Court Across Clubland
Guinevere is driving fans crazy! This hot new fast-rising pop-icon in the making is coming to a city near you...get ready to score! Guinevere is a force to be reckoned with.

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NJ Wants to Upgrade 1 Charge in Webcam Spying Case
Authorities want to upgrade one of the charges against a former Rutgers student accused of using a webcam to spy on his roommate's intimate encounter with another man.
Conservative Wins Finland Presidential Vote
A former finance minister won Finland's presidential election and will become the country's first conservative head of state in five decades. Pekka Haavisto, the first openly gay candidate, placed second.
Seeking Order
Advocates see movement on federal action to ban contractors from anti-LGBT discrimination, but thus far the White House is silent
 

 

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CHAD DOUGLAS

Chad D Music

Growing up in the Philadelphia suburbs, Chad was always interested in performing. At 5 years old, he would dance to Michael Jackson in the living room and later perform in lip syncs and talent shows. He began writing seriously in April of 2009 while completing his degree at Art Institute of Pittsburgh. He is now back home in Philadelphia and gearing up for a major leap in his career. He recorded his first single – Life Is A Ride – in April of 2010, and is steadily recording songs to complete his debut album. Chad’s mission is to bring happiness to the masses with his uplifting lyrics and catchy melodies. He is branding a new genre – Neo Pop – a mix of pop, rap, dance and rock with a lyrical style never heard before.

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ASIAC

ASIAC

AIDS Services In Asian Communities (ASIAC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing culturally sensitive and language appropriate HIV-related services to Asians and Pacific Islanders and their partners, friends, family members, and service providers in the Philadelphia area.


 

Knock Restaurant and Bar

Knock Restaurant and Bar 225 South 12th Street
Philadelphia, PA 10107 215.925.1166
Now open for lunch Monday to Friday and
for brunch on Saturday and Sunday from 11 to 3 PM
Open everyday for Dinner and Cocktails


13th Street Pizza

 

The Nevermore Hotel

Our full service restaurant, offering lunch and dinner daily as well as piano accompanied Sunday Brunch, exemplifies our approach to flexibility in its small plates stylings — expertly created and prepared by Executive Chef Wayne Surline. Choose from alfresco dining in the private poolside gardens, bar/lounge pub tables or the elegant allure of Harlans Cabaret Room. The popular bistro-like selections belie any preconceived notion of just another “hotel restaurant.”


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