Gay area of boston

LGBTQ Boston

LGBTQ Events

Back to Top of List

Jul25

Boston's LGBTQ Past Walking Tour

Travel in the footsteps of Boston’s 19th and 20th century gay and lesbian friends. Scout Ralph Waldo Emerson and Walt Whitman's walks along the Common; Charlotte Cushman’s cross-dressing roles; Planet War II bars and baths; and the AIDS memorial quilt project. Study about…

Jul25

dbar After Dark

  • dbar
  • Recurring weekly on Tuesday, Friday, Saturday

The draw of dbar doesn't finish at dinner. When the lights move down, the evening has just begun... Once the plates are cleared, the lights are dimmed, and the harmony goes up a few octaves, dbar After Dark is officially underway. Our gastropub turned nightclub is a party every night of…

Jul26

Drag Brunch at Summer Shack

Experience the ultimate weekend entertainment at Summer Shack's themed Performative Brunches! Summer Shack is proud to host many fabulous drag queens as they take on a new theme each weekend. Some of the upcoming drag brunch themes listed are the Barbie Drag Brunch, Beyonce Renaissance…

Jul29

Femme Gaze: A Sapphic Burlesque Revue

  • Midway Cafe, Jamaica Plain

Ma

The best 3 queer neighborhoods in Boston

Boston is known for many impressive things, including Ivy League schools and die-hard sports fans. However, something that many people may not know about Boston is that it also has a thriving LGBTQ community. 

Since Massachusetts was the first state to legalize same-sex marriage, it should show up as no surprise that Boston is a city that is proud to support its homosexual citizens.

For anyone interested in visiting or moving to one of the foremost gay neighborhoods in Boston, here are three areas that are not to be missed:

1. South End
2. Fenway-Kenmore
3. Back Bay

1. South End

Ask anyone to direct you to one of the best queer areas in Boston and they will almost all certainly say the South End. This neighborhood has gone through a ton of transitions since its establishment in the 1850s. It has most recently settled into a up-to-date urban setting.

Now it is home to a diverse population, which includes a large portion of LGBTQ residents.

Nestled in between Advocate Bay, Chinatown, and Roxbury, this close-knit community is filled with old Victorian houses and a large number of green spaces.

Events in South End

If you are interested in attending e

Best LGBTQ+ Neighborhoods in Boston

As one of the oldest cities in the Together States, Boston is well-known because of its beauty, diversity, history, and tint. It is unofficially a center of the northeast technology business, as you will find that many of the biggest names in tech have a headquarters in the metropolis, such as Hubspot and Klaviyo. Boston may not be as advanced as Silicon Valley but with a local support network, venture capital interest, and a strong focus on development, it is a competitive player in the United States' tech growth.

Boston has something for everyone! Whether you’re interested in historical background, art, and culture, or you adore eating and get captivated by the sky and sea, or you are a shopping aficionado, or you love to groove with live music in the streets, Boston is your best choice.

Are you looking for a town that promotes inclusivity, that makes everyone feel welcomed, loved, and supported? We have got five Boston neighborhoods that you will fall in with!

What are the Best LGBTQ+ Neighborhoods in Boston?

  • Jamaica Plain
  • Back Bay
  • South End
  • Dorchester
  • Fenway-Kenmore

Jamaica Plain

(Average monthly rent: $1,902 for a 1-bedroom

Not only was Massachusetts was the first mention to legalize gay marriage, but we also know how to show off our pride in style. Whether it’s dancing into the first morning hours, watching RuPaul’s Kingly Race, or cheering on gorgeous performers during a drag brunch, there are plenty of places to find LGBTQ-friendly fun in and around Boston. Check out our picks for the foremost gay bars in Boston—and to enjoy even more of the city’s energetic nightlife, have playfulness exploring the bestcocktail lounges and speakeasies. And don't forget that June is Pride Month, so check out these Pride events around Boston.

RECOMMENDED: See the full list of the best bars in Boston

Been there, done that? Think again, my friend.

By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to collect emails from Time Out about news, events, offers and significant other promotions.

🙌
Awesome, you're subscribed!

Thanks for subscribing! Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon!

Best Boston gay bars

There is never a dull moment at this South End nightclub and restaurant—and it’s been thi