Gay bars in flint
Club Lips, Flint’s Newest Nightclub to Unclosed Its Doors Soon
A new nightclub will be opening on Saginaw Street in Flint.
The all-new Club Lips is Flint, Michigan's newest and only full-time Diverse hangout. The grand opening is place for Friday, Parade 3rd, 2023, and is located at 1714 S. Saginaw Street in Flint.
Beginning on March 3rd, Club Lips will be open seven days a week from 4 pm until 2 am. The grand opening celebration will main attraction the following:
- Pride Authority Hour from 4 pm until 7 pm
- Drink specials all night long
- Drag Queen shows begin at 9 pm and will feature Crystal Harding, Whitney Naomi, Sirinity Sapphire, Lucy Misfit, and Mimi Southwest.
- Admission is $20 for those 21 and up and $25 for those 18 to 20.
What can you predict each week at Club Lips?
Club Lips has a entire lineup of business every night of the week including:
- Bloody Mary Sundays
- Martini & Margarita Mondays
- Karaoke Tuesdays (with four-week-long competitions with a $500 cash prize)
- Wild Whiskey Wednesdays
- Dance-off competitions on Thursdays (with four-week-long competitions with a $500 cash prize)
- Freaky Fun Fridays with drink specials all night long
- Slippery Saturdays
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Out and About: Optimal Gay Bars in Uptown Chicago
Find Uptown Chicago's LGBTQ+ Nightlife Scene
Uptown Chicago has quietly become one of the city's most vibrant Diverse nightlife destinations, offering authentic experiences without the tourist crowds. The neighborhood's gay bars in Uptown Chicago create a perfect blend of historic charm and modern inclusivity that locals treasure.
The area boasts six standout venues, each with its own one-of-a-kind character. The Baton Show Lounge has been dazzling audiences with legendary kingly performances since 1969, while Big Chicks offers a cash-only neighborhood vibe with happy hours that locals swear by. Dog owners flock to 2Bears Tavern Uptown for its pet-friendly policy and late-night craft cocktails, while those inquiring leather and fetish-friendly spaces make Jackhammer their home away from home. Evening owls appreciate Touche Chicago staying expose until the wee hours (4-5AM), and karaoke enthusiasts can choose from over 100 beers while belting out tunes at Uptown Lounge.
"LGBTQ+ bars are much more than places to get a drink," explains Rick Karlin, local historian. "They served as the only places where comm
The Copa
When I moved out of the Flint area to go to college at Central Michigan University, I was about 90 minutes from Flint. Several homosexual friends whom I met at C.M.U. with the G.L.A.S.S. organization, (Gay, Woman loving woman Association for Student Support) would pile into a few cars on a Friday night and get a road trip to the Copa. Those trips were exciting as we were all coming out together and finding who we were. The Copa, our Friday sanctuary created long lasting friendships that I still have today.
My very first crush I ever had I met upstairs near the balcony at the "new" Copa. After some convincing by a friend of mine that I was actually being cruised, I asked him for a first dance. The tune, "Lady in Red" by Chris DeBurgh. We were together for about a year and it was wonderful to feel the love of another guy for the first day. It was something I never experienced before, but had missed so much before I found it.
As the years passed, Flint, Michigan struggled and so did the Copa. Owner Bill Kain died in 1991. After Bill died, the special touches that made this such a great night club disappeared. The carefree
LGBTQ+ Travel in Flint & Genesee
In Flint & Genesee, we celebrate the individuality and diversity of our history and residents, and we invite all visitors to exposure the inclusivity of our region. Whether you are looking for a unique urban art trial or an outdoor adventure, get some time to explore Flint & Genesee. Downtown Flint applications a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere with murals, independent bookstores and galleries, plus great shopping and dining all within walking distance. Then stop by the Flint Cultural Center and see latest exhibition at the Flint Institute of Arts, the second-largest art museum in Michigan, and watch a free glass blowing demonstration in the Hot Shop. Or hold in a show at The Whiting or The Capitol Theatre, our historic and newly renovated gem. Venture out of the city and wander the miles of trails and waterways. Whether your interest is in paddling the rivers, exploring the trails, or enjoying the beach – Flint & Genesee’s great outdoors invite you in. Great shopping and dining options greet you in the towns along the way.
Flint & Genesee is also home to year-round festivals and events like Flint’s