Gay Cleveland

Put another dime in the jukebox, baby

Who would have thought Ohio was such a big homo hangout? With Cincinnati, Columbus, and Cleveland to choose from, it's a wonder anyone gets any work done around here. Cleveland's gay community tends to congregate in the vicinity of the city's active LGBT Community Center on Detroit Avenue. Gay friendly hotels and inns, gay & lesbian bars, clubs and great restaurants provide and satisfying night out on the town. During the day must-sees include the famous Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and the Cleveland Art Museum.

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CLAW: Cleveland Leather Annual Weekend

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April 10 - April 14, 2025

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Saturday, June 7, 2025

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Bars & Clubs

Twist Social Club

First-rate club with huge dance floor
Edgewater

The Hawk

Cheap drinks, casual setting
Edgewater

Cocktails Cleveland

Laid back fun
Edgewater

Leather Stallion Saloon

Oldest Levi/Leather bar in Ohio
Downtown

Vibe Bar + Patio

Beautiful patio, hot bartenders
West Boulevard

Happy Dog

Crazy hot dogs & tasty brews
Detroit Shoreway

Saucy Brew Works

Friendly and upscale brewhouse
Ohio City

The Hangar

Refined art deco bar
Ohio City
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Restaurants

Luxe Kitchen & Lounge

Offering gorgeous flavors of the Mediterranean to a hip crowd
Detroit Shoreway

Le Petite Triangle Cafe

Charming Parisian café
Ohio City

tommy's

Inclusive menu & incredible milkshakes
Coventry Village

Fat Cats

Global eats in trendy space
Tremont

Lava Lounge

Delightful Mediterranean restaurant and lounge
Tremont

Momocho

Hip & innovative Mexican flavors
Ohio City

Mallorca

Great Spanish food in the Warehouse District
Historic Warehouse District

Camino

Can't go wrong with tacos and tequila
Historic Warehouse District
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Hotels

Stone Gables

Modern amenities in a stunning historic setting
Ohio City

Clifford House Bed & Breakfast

Grace meets comfort in the heart of the city
Historic Warehouse District

Hyatt Regency Cleveland At The Arcade

Gorgeous accommodations nestled in history
St. Clair/Superior

Hampton Inn Cleveland-Downtown

Convenient location, luxurious amenities, affordable price
Downtown

InterContinental Cleveland

Rest & relax in the gorgeous luxury suites
University Circle

The Cleveland Hostel

A Hostel for everyone
Ohio City

Aloft Cleveland Downtown

Sleek downtown hotel with great views
Cleveland

J. Palen House

Charming B&B with gorgeous vintage flair
Ohio City
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