Top Las Vegas Gay Clubs

Terry Hurley
Las Vegas, know for its enticing casinos, spectacular entertainment and sexy shows, also is home to some of the best gay clubs anywhere. Whether you prefer go-go boys, leather and levis, high heels, or a quiet relaxed atmosphere, you can find it at these top Las Vegas gay clubs.

Krave Las Vegas
Krave is a wild anything goes type of gay nightclub. Located at 3663 S. Las Vegas Blvd., this state of the art club is the first and only gay club on the Strip. This giant entertainment complex is divided into three sections, the main club with a large dance floor, the lounge and a comfortable friendly dining area called E.A.T. At Krave you will find a lively crowd, spectacular entertainment and world class DJs. Both the main club and the lounge feature a special theme and event each night including So You Think You Can Strip, "Everything You Desire", and "Candy Bar" just for the ladies. A fun place that is open to anyone and everyone from 11:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. The lounge is open every day with special events starting as early as 9:00 p.m. Krave is gay Vegas at its best with a nice mix of men and women of all ages.

Piranha Nightclub and 8 ½ Ultra Lounge
8 ½ Lounge

Visiting both Piranha and the 8 ½ Lounge is a gay club experience that you really should not miss. Although the two clubs are attached financially and physically, each one is a distinctly separate venue. The 8 ½ Lounge is warmly decorated and has a comfortable relaxing feel. A black marble bar top, beautiful wrought iron bar stools, inviting love seats and a fireplace add to the inviting ambiance. Dance the night away, play a game of pool or just sit and enjoy the music and entertainment at this relaxing alternative lounge.

Piranha
Just walking into the Piranha Nightclub is an awesome experience. You have a choice of entering through the patio that features numerous fireplaces, detailed stonework and a waterfall that glows and is topped with fire; or, access the main dance floor by walking under the huge piranha-filled aquarium. It is this aquarium and walkway that connect the lounge and the club. The effects and lighting in the Piranha are fabulous, the music and entertainment are spectacular and the special events and theme nights are wild and fun.

Piranha and the eight ½ Lounges are open every day at 9:00 p.m. and are at 4633 Paradise Road. This area of Paradise Road is home to several gay clubs and bars and is affectionately known as the "Fruit Loop" section.

The Gipsy
Located at 4605 Paradise Road, The Gipsy is a Las Vegas classic. This come as you are gay club is one of the most open, uninhibited clubs in Vegas. Special nights feature drag shows, go-go boys and cabaret shows. There is a nice mix of music from retro to hip hop to Latin and the crowd is upbeat and fun.

The Las Vegas Eagle

If you are looking for a leather and levi club check out The Las Vegas Eagle at 3420 East Tropicana Ave. This gay bar dance club features Underwear Night and Shirtless Sunday. Open 24 hours a day 7 days a week, the Eagle has a retro 70s feel. The Eagle is located about 20 minutes from the Strip.

The top Las Vegas gay clubs are all worth a visit as they each offer their own unique twist on the club scene. There are also other gay clubs in Las Vegas that are popular, fun places to spend an evening.

Published by Terry Hurley

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  • Krave is the first and only gay club on the Strip.
  • The gay club section on Paradise Road is nicknamed the Fruit Loop section.
  • To enter the Piranha nightclub you need to walk under a huge tank of actual piranhas.
Whatever type of gay night life you prefer, you can find it in Las Vegas.

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  • CJ Mathis8/6/2008

    Great list - Las Vegas the town that never sleeps and the town that provides for all is very diverse.

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