LGBTQ Party Venues in St. Pete/Clearwater

Whether you're planning a group celebration or off-site meeting activities, read our guide for venue suggestions, party themes, and cool activities for the perfect LGBTQ+ party in St. Pete/Clearwater.

A drag-queen performer at the Enigma night club in St. Pete

Catch a drag show at Enigma Night Club, an LGBTQ bar in St. Pete's Edge District.

Whether visiting for leisure or business, a trip to St. Pete/Clearwater puts people in the mood to celebrate. If you’re looking for a great place to hold a sun-soaked party, we have plenty of LGBTQ-friendly venues to choose from. Read our guide for suggestions on where you can hold an awesome event for your friends and chosen family. We have plenty of theme suggestions, fun activities, and cool locations guaranteed to make your party unforgettable.


Plan a Rainbow Dance Night at Enigma

1110 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, FL 33705

Open seven days a week, Enigma Bar & Lounge boasts a great sound system and light show that’ll add pizzazz to your dance party. This club in The Edge District in St. Pete is proud of its dedication to adding special touches for customers and its welcoming atmosphere for the LGBTQ+ community. 

Relax, enjoy great tunes from the local DJs, and treat yourself to a specialty drink from the happy hour menu. Tell your friends to put on their dancing shoes and come in their most colorful clothes. The more hues they wear, the better for your rainbow theme! 

 

Host a Sun-Soaked Get-Together at Sunset Beach

9000 W Gulf Blvd., Treasure Island, FL 33706

Located at the southernmost tip of Treasure Island, near St. Pete Beach, Sunset Beach has a carefree, bohemian atmosphere and is one of the most popular gay beaches on the West Coast of Florida. 

Crystal-clear waves and soft sand make Sunset Beach the perfect venue to share a few cold ones with friends or even have a sing-along. Make your beach party special with fun finger food and a unique costume theme. For example, tell your guests to show up in their most glam, water-friendly pirate or mermaid getup. 

Snap photos, share canapes and other delicious snacks from your picnic baskets, and don’t forget to put on some sunscreen!

 

Enjoy Drag Night at Blur Nightclub

325 Main St., Dunedin, FL 34698

Famous for drag queen bingo nights, live music, and raucous karaoke, Blur Nightclub is a whirlwind of activity in the sleepy town of Dunedin northwest of St. Pete. Hold a private party here so you and your guests can dance, watch a drag show, and toast to an incredible night together!

Down to mingle with new people? Invite your friends to head to Blur on Friday night to catch the early DJ sets. It’s not too crowded by 9 p.m., so it’s the perfect time to meet new faces on the dance floor. Afterward, catch one of the drag performances, regularly held at 10:30 p.m. and midnight.

 

Have a White Party Dinner at Frenchy’s Rockaway Grill

7 Rockaway St., Clearwater, FL 33767

Tell your friends to pack their breezy white summer eleganza for a day at Clearwater Beach. Spend the day chilling by the water and lounging in the sun. Afterward, your group can dress up in all-white clothes and head to Frenchy’s Rockaway Grill. Be sure to order Frenchy’s famous Garlic Crab Fries  – just take care not to get garlic butter on those immaculate whites before you snap photos together!

Frenchy’s is best known for its open-air dining featuring local seafood, live music, and incredible sunset views. Check its social media pages to find out which bands are playing before you drop by. 

 

Throw a Glam Sleepover at The Fenway Hotel

453 Edgewater Dr., Dunedin, FL 34698

Sleepovers are the perfect party theme for small groups of old friends. Elevate the typical sleepover by booking suites at a historic hotel, like The Fenway in Dunedin. The historic hotel offers a cozy atmosphere for catching up and exchanging the latest news. Throw on plush hotel robes, pop the champagne, and play fun games like Truth or Dare. This is an intimate and meaningful party idea that’s sure to have everyone reminiscing about the good old days!

Opened in 1924, this incredible location was home to the area's first radio station, and is known for hosting many famous figures over the years, including Arctic adventurer Robert Bartlett and lawyer Clarence Darrow. 

 

Plan Your Event or Outing

Planning a party takes a little extra time and work, but you’re sure to have a blast with your friends and the local community. Thankfully, St. Pete/Clearwater has plenty of nightlife hotspots, gorgeous beaches, and cozy restaurants that will be perfect for hosting your LGBTQ event.

Simplify your planning by trying any of these fun ideas out. Most of all, don’t forget that, no matter how you choose to celebrate, it’s the company that makes a party truly special!

 

Content by Rachel Covello. Covello is the CEO and Publisher of OutCoast.com, an LGBTQ-focused digital magazine and travel blog highlighting inclusive destinations in Florida. Explore LGBTQ Florida on OutCoast.com to find the best rainbows in the Sunshine State.