Most parties and clubs in Paris are closed during the summer, so be sure to check before you go. If you’re looking for a place just to chill out and have a few drinks, gay bars in Paris are listed on a separate page.
Scream
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18 rue du Faubourg du Temple map
weekend - Sat 24:00 - 06:00
Bar, Music, Dancing
Updated: 03-31-2013
One of the most popular gay dance party venues in Paris spread out over three floors attracting a gym-toned crowd who just can’t wait to get their shirts off. Part of Scream’s success can be attributed to the world-class DJs that have taken over the decks, including the likes of Peter Rauhofer, Juanjo Martin, Offer Nissim, Mark Anthony, Chris Cox and Danny Verde. Scream is open every Saturday from midnight – 6am. Expect a long queue – but it is worth it! Metro – République.
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“Unquestionably, the best dance party in Paris. Two dance floors and interesting cruise area.”
La Nuit des Follivores/Crazyvores at Bataclan
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50 Boulevard Voltaire, Tel.+33 (0)1 43 14 00 30 map
weekend - Sat 24:00
Bar, Music, Dancing
Updated: 02-13-2013
The most successful and popular monthly gay dance party in Paris that has gained an international reputation with spin-off events across Europe.
La Nuit des Follivores/Crazyvores at Le Bataclan takes top spot on the Paris gay dance calendar with parties every 1st (or the 3rd) Saturday of each month. Follivores is for those who enjoy a big party with plenty of fabulous French hits and songs from the past. Crazyvores is the same concept but with with a broader range of international/English language music. Check website for upcoming events. Metro – Oberkampf
CUD
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12 rue des Haudriettes, Tel.+33 (0)1 42 77 04 88 map
weekday - 23:30 - 06:00 (Mon - Thu) 07:00 (Fri), weekend - 23:00 - 07:00 (Sat) 06:00 (Sun)
Bar, Music, Dancing
Updated: 02-13-2013
Stylish all-night gay dance bar that gets busy after 2 am attracting a young, fun and friendly crowd. CUD has a relatively small bar on the ground floor – the dance floor is in the basement. Great sound and lighting system and occasional special events. Metro – Rambuteau.
Beardrop
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75 rue des Martyrs map
Bar, Music, Dancing
Updated: 01-24-2013
Biggest monthly gay party in Paris for bears and leather lovers, with resident DJs spinning mostly house, electro and progressive music. The party normally takes place at Le Divan du Monde on rue des Martyrs. Metro – Pigalle
Club 18
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18 rue de Beaujolais, Tel.+33 (0)1 42 97 52 13 map
Bar, Music, Dancing
Updated: 02-13-2013
Weekend gay dance club in a small venue (200 persons capacity) but also one of the oldest in Paris. Club 18 attracts a young crowd who come to enjoy popular tunes and top 40 songs. Metro – Palais Royal: Musée du Louvre; Pyramides
Overkitch at Queen Club
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102 avenue des Champs-Elysées, Tel.+33 (0)1 53 89 08 90 map
weekend - Sun 23:30 - 06:00
Bar, Music, Dancing
Updated: 01-24-2013
An institution in Paris nightlife that wrote gay clubbing history in the 1990′s. Queen Club, located on the famous Champs-Elysées, now attracts a rather ‘metrosexual’ crowd. The only gay night at the moment is the Overkitsch party on Sunday nights. Metro – George V
Café Rose Bonheur
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Parc des Buttes Chaumont, Avenue de la Cascade map
Bar, Music, Dancing, Restaurant
Updated: 01-24-2013
Fabulous café/bar/dance party attracting a fun loving and free-spirited gay crowd every Sunday evening. Drink, eat, dance and perhaps even more at this indoor/outdoor venue right in the middle of the beautiful Parc de Buttes Chaumont. Arrive early (around 6pm) if you want to be able to get indoors. Highly recommended. Metro – Botzaris
BBB – Black Blanc Beur at Culture Hall
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Culture Hall
8 boulevard de la Madeleine map
Bar, Music, Dancing
Updated: 01-24-2013
Weekly gay tea dance party that is particularly popular with the black gay community. BBB offers a great mix of R&B, top 40, house, disco, hip-hop and world music. Be aware that the party venue changes every few weeks so check their website for up-to-date details.
Mix
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24 rue de l'Arrivée, Tel.+33 (0)1 56 80 37 37 map
weekend - Sun 17:00 - 02:00
Bar, Music, Dancing
Updated: 01-24-2013
Mix has one of the largest dance floors in Paris that attracts some of Europe’s best DJ’s. Straight during the week, but Mix turn pink on Sunday afternoons with the popular tea dance party. Occasional additional gay events – check Facebook page for details. Metro – Montparnasse
La Boîte à Frissons at Tango
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13 rue au Maire, Tel.+33 (0)1 42 72 17 78 map
weekend - Fri-Sun 22:30 - 05:00
Bar, Music, Dancing
Updated: 01-24-2013
Weekend ballroom dance club for gays and lesbians. La Boîte à Frissons (or “Thrill Box”) at Le Tango has kept the old-fashioned charm of old dance halls with decorations from the fifties, wooden floors and tables and seats all around the hall. Expect various genres of music including pop, tango, cha cha cha, campy 70s disco, rock ‘n roll, etc. Open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Metro – Arts et Métiers
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