BARtab :: Nightlife

Orlando Mass Shooting Struck A Gay Sanctuary

Orlando Mass Shooting Struck A Gay Sanctuary

  • by Jim Provenzano
  • Jun 18, 2016

That first step inside a gay bar, that first kiss between two girls, that first sighting of a trans or drag performer, are rites of passage for most of us, whether magical or awkward. It's a part of coming out and coming of age.

BARchive: Gay love in the Haight; a 50-year bar history

BARchive: Gay love in the Haight; a 50-year bar history

  • by Michael Flanagan
  • Jun 12, 2016

Bars have played a huge role in the rich tapestry of gay history. Here's an overview of oral (ahem!) accounts of the Haight's bar scene over half a century.

On the Tab :: Feb 25 - March 3

On the Tab :: Feb 25 - March 3

  • Feb 25, 2016

Dress up, or dress down. From tuxedos to teasing wet undies, this week you can find all sorts of frivolity to go with any wardrobe.

On the Tab :: Feb 18 - 25

On the Tab :: Feb 18 - 25

  • Feb 18, 2016

We're keeping the fun going, with nightlife events galore to add to your busy schedules. And our sixth annual Besties Awards are still open for your voting!

On the Tab :: Feb. 11 - 18

On the Tab :: Feb. 11 - 18

  • Feb 11, 2016

Buy some fancy or cheap chocolates, and burn off those delicious calories by dancing in a club, or don't. But definitely do show some love for your favorite venues and nightlife peeps.

On the Tab :: Feb. 04 - 11

On the Tab :: Feb. 04 - 11

  • Feb 4, 2016

Our sixth annual Besties Awards are open for your voting, online and in print. Vote for your favorite bars, performers and nightlife events... many of which are listed here!

On the Tab :: Jan. 28 - Feb. 4

On the Tab :: Jan. 28 - Feb. 4

  • Jan 28, 2016

If there's one thing we've learned from this month, it's to treasure live music while musicians are alive. Fortunately, we've got a delicious selection of veteran performers, and some youngsters, too.

On the Tab :: Jan. 21 - 28

On the Tab :: Jan. 21 - 28

  • Jan 21, 2016

Listen to the sound of love, life, language and laughter. Watch as witty comics, magical musicians and deft DJs interpret these elemental parts of our world.

On the Tab :: Jan. 14 - 21

On the Tab :: Jan. 14 - 21

  • Jan 14, 2016

Music - live, mixed and sung-to - comprise our highlights in nightlife this week. So put on your red shoes and dance the blues away.

On the Tab :: Jan. 7 - 14

On the Tab :: Jan. 7 - 14

  • Jan 7, 2016

We've finally got our new year's groove on, and the pace is picking up to a steady beat. Live music with flair and class, social cocktail events, and crazy drag shows are a constant, year in and year out. Here's the new batch!

On the Tab :: Dec. 31, 2015 - Jan. 7, 2016

On the Tab :: Dec. 31, 2015 - Jan. 7, 2016

  • Dec 31, 2015

Hello, 2016. Whatcha got in store for us? Delirious dancing, delicious drag shows, dandy drinks?

On the Tab :: Dec. 24 - 31

On the Tab :: Dec. 24 - 31

  • Dec 24, 2015

Christmas has a full moon, and New Year's eve is full of celebratory events; big blow-outs, comedy capers and club culture.

On the Tab :: Dec. 17 - 24

On the Tab :: Dec. 17 - 24

  • Dec 17, 2015

Santa's coming, if you believe in hot bear daddies in red plush suits. And why not? Here's a hung stocking full of nightlife gifts to tide you over until the big man stuffs your chimney.

On the Tab :: Dec. 10 - 17

On the Tab :: Dec. 10 - 17

  • Dec 10, 2015

We're wet with anticipation for this week's luscious nightlife events. No, really, we got caught in a downpour and we're wet.