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Gay Los Angeles

Destination of the Month

There are few things more idyllic than a day of fun in the LA sun. The beaches of Santa Monica and Venice burst with life and color, as if the City of Angels really is one big movie set. From the golden age of Hollywood to world-famous LGBTQ+ parties and events, Los Angeles has excitement and history around every corner.  West Hollywood is understandably one of the most sought-after neighborhoods in town – iconic tourist beacons like the Walk of Fame bring thousands of feet to Hollyw...

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Where to find the best gay naked yoga classes

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How to 'Padam Padam' your way to Kylie Minogue's Tension Tour this summer

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[PHOTOS] Inside Hollywood's queerest awards show: The Queerties

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The burger topping that became West Hollywood's drag laureate

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Upcoming Events

Fight the Cis-tem: Drag Spectacular

Putting the 'fun' in fundraiser

Sorry Not Sorry

Friday, April 18, 2025

Seán Hewitt, in conversation with Jason Blitman from the Gays Reading podcast, discusses & signs Open, Heaven

Meet the author

Book Soup

Friday, April 18, 2025

Out & Abt LA: Queer Prom

A room full of dancing queens

Resident

Friday, April 18, 2025

Open Now: 2025 UGLA Scholarship Program Applications!

Scholarships for seniors

Los Angeles, CA

April 8 - 30, 2025

Q Con

Celebrating LGBTQ+ comics and graphic novels

Fiesta Hall

Saturday, May 3, 2025

Prism Comics Q Con

Celebrating queer comics

Fiesta Hall

Saturday, May 3, 2025

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Bars & Clubs

The Abbey Food & Bar

The place to be seen in WeHo
West Hollywood

Micky's Weho

Iconic WeHo dance club
West Hollywood

Eagle LA

Long-standing leather bar
Silverlake

Mother Lode

No WeHo attitude in sight
West Hollywood

Akbar

Unpretentious lounge in Silverlake
Silverlake

Tigerheat (Closed Temporarily)

LA's hot 18+ party night
Hollywood

Revolver Video Bar

In the heart of WeHo
West Hollywood

Trunks

Friendly faces, low prices
West Hollywood
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Restaurants

Hamburger Mary's West Hollywood

More than burgers
West Hollywood

Fiesta Cantina

Hollywood margs
West Hollywood

Bossa Nova

Brazilian fare in WeHo
West Hollywood

Saint Felix

American food in WeHo
West Hollywood

Casita Del Campo

Straightforward and scrumptious Mexican food
Silverlake

El Coyote

Bustling mexican restaurant, family owned since 1931
Hollywood

Canter's Deli

Best Pastrami in the city
Hollywood

Hugo's

Healthy local fave
West Hollywood
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Hotels

Ramada WeHo

Central WeHo hotel
West Hollywood

Andaz West Hollywood - a Concept by Hyatt

Chic West Hollywood stay
West Hollywood

Le Montrose Suites

WeHo style, Beverly Hills glam
West Hollywood

Le Parc Suite Hotel

Sophisticated luxury
West Hollywood

Chamberlain

Lauded boutique hotel
West Hollywood

W Hollywood

Hollywood's sparkling new gem
Hollywood

The London West Hollywood

Cosmopolitan chic, California cool
West Hollywood

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Los Angeles Downtown

A tranquil urban oasis in the heart of downtown LA
Downtown
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Beaches & Parks

Santa Monica Pier

Beach days
Santa Monica

Will Rogers State Beach

Nominee for Best of GayCities
LA's Gay Beach
Santa Monica

Muscle Beach

Flex and fun
Venice

Runyon Canyon Park

Hike, yoga or hang
Hollywood

Malibu Creek State Park

Picture-perfect view
Los Angeles

Annenberg Community Beach House

Splish splash!
Santa Monica
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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Pride in Los Angeles?

LA Pride is celebrated all month long throughout June and is filled with concerts, nightlife, potery readings, and outdoor movies.The highlight of Pride month, LA Pride in the Park, usually happens in mid-June. It is one of the most sought-after and largest official Pride concerts in the country. 

What is the gay neighborhood of Los Angeles?

While much of Los Angeles's LGBTQ+ life is based in West Hollywood, with 40 percent of its citizens identifying as gay, Venice, Silver Lake, Long Beach, and Downtown are also LGBTQ+ friendly. Like many big cities, you can find gay-friendly places throughout much of LA.

Is Los Angeles LGBTQ friendly?

Los Angeles is well-known for its diverse and multicultural population, and LGBTQ+ culture is prominent throughout the many districts and neighborhoods.