Copenhagen Gay Guide

The capital of Denmark, with around 600,000 residents, Copenhagen is a welcoming and tolerant city with a surprisingly large selection of gay bars. Copenhagen is proud to be the home to World Pride in 2021, in partnership with neighbouring Malmø. See which gay events are coming up and read all about Copenhagen’s gay nightlife. If you’re looking for a place to stay, then check our recommended hotels for gay travellers.

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Top Gay Events in Copenhagen

Danish Rainbow Awards

Danish Rainbow Awards

#Mixed

Cirkusbygningen, Copenhagen, Denmark

Wed
22
Apr
2020

Check price on event page

Datoen for Danish Rainbow Awards 2020 er nu offentliggjort, det bliver den 22. april 2020. Det er 12. år i træk at Rainbow Business Denmark inviterer til Danish Rainbow Awards, og det er 7. år i træk

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EuroDrag Contest - Final

#Mixed #Dancing #Cabaret

Cosy Bar, Studiestræde, Copenhagen Municipality, Denmark

Mon
27
Apr
2020

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Linda Gold’s EuroDrag Contest 2020! Denmark - Final! Applications are now open for Copenhagen, Denmark ! Do you think you've got what it takes to represent your country on a worldwide stage? Then t

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Beers with the Wolves

Beers with the Wolves

#Sports #Smoking

Jailhouse CPH, Studiestræde, Copenhagen, Denmark

Sat
09
May
2020

No entrance fee

Our monthly event: Beers with the Wolves Everyone is welcome to come join us, ask questions about rugby or just to hang around for some fun. Hope to see you there and remember we don't bite ;)

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Beers with the Wolves

Beers with the Wolves

#Sports #Smoking

Jailhouse CPH, Studiestræde, Copenhagen, Denmark

Fri
03
Jul
2020

No entrance fee

Our monthly event: Beers with the Wolves Everyone is welcome to come join us, ask questions about rugby or just to hang around for some fun. Hope to see you there and remember we don't bite ;)

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Copenhagen Pride 2020

#Mixed #Dancing #Cabaret

Rådhuspladsen, Copenhagen, Denmark

Mon
17
Aug
2020
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-
Sat
22
Aug
2020

Free

Save the dates! Copenhagen Pride week returns in August 2020 with a bigger stage than ever with the re-opening of the Rådhuspladsen. This will be a pride not to be missed.

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Beers with the Wolves

Beers with the Wolves

#Sports #Smoking

Jailhouse CPH, Studiestræde, Copenhagen, Denmark

Fri
02
Oct
2020

No entrance fee

Our monthly event: Beers with the Wolves Everyone is welcome to come join us, ask questions about rugby or just to hang around for some fun. Hope to see you there and remember we don't bite ;)

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Top Gay Venues in Copenhagen

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Cafe Intime

#Mature #Cosy #Smoking

Opens later
Sunday : 16:00 - 02:00
4.6

Old school speakeasy type bar, with live music on some days. Cafe Intime is very cosy and friendly, with a broad age range of customers. the Sunday Jazz night is particularly popular, so get a seat

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Vela Gay Club

#Lesbian #Cocktails #Dancing

Opens later
Sunday : 21:00 - 05:00
4.4

Vela is a cosy lesbian bar in Vesterbro with great cocktails and fussball. Vela also hosts several cultural events such as poetry and literature evenings, live music, speed-dating and much more.

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Centralhjørnet

#Mature #Cosy #Outdoor seating #Smoking

Opens later
Sunday : 12:00 - 05:00
4.3

Copenhagen's oldest gay bar, popular with a mixed crowd. Often hosting shows or entertainment, check with the bar. If you're visiting around Easter or Christmas, it's worth a visit to see their impr

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Oscar Bar Cafe

#Mature #Cosy #Cocktails #Outdoor seating #Non-smoking

Opens later
Sunday : 11:00 - 23:00
4.1

Large bar with outdoor terrace. Especially popular in summer and with the after work crowd. Oscar is one of the most popular non-smoking venue for gays, lesbians, their friends and family in Copenhag

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Jailhouse CPH

#Bear #Mature #Cocktails #Smoking

Opens later
Sunday : 15:00 - 05:00
3.9

Prison-themed basement bar with a friendly vibe and uniformed bar tenders. Can get busy on weekend nights, and check if there are any events.

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GAY Copenhagen

#Twink #Non-smoking #Dancing

Opens later
Sunday : 20:00 - 05:00
3.9

GAY is a fun and friendly dance bar, popular with the younger crowd. One of the few gay venues in Copenhagen with a dance floor. Check to see if there are any events or drag shows.

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