Gay Guide
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Madison's main gay nightclub with multiple dance floors, themed weekly nights, and a lively mixed LGBTQ+ crowd. A central hub for Wisconsin's queer nightlife scene.
Capital City Pride
Madison's annual Pride celebration, one of Wisconsin's largest LGBTQ+ events. Features a parade through the Capitol area and a community festival.
A feminist and LGBTQ+ bookshop in Madison's Atwood neighborhood, stocking women's, queer, and progressive literature alongside gifts and community resources. An institution in Madison's progressive scene since 1975.
Madison Pride
Madison, Wisconsin's annual LGBTQ+ Pride celebration, held in late June with a parade downtown and a festival on the Capitol Square.
Shamrock Bar & Grille
A gay-friendly bar and grill on Madison's main street, with a welcoming atmosphere, pub fare, and a regular LGBTQ+ crowd in the heart of downtown.