“We have the longest-serving drag queens in Cardiff, to the newest ‘baby’ queens literally taking their first steps in the drag world.” 4. We’ve got everybody covered,’’ says manager Mandie Rees, who joined the bar for a summer job five years ago and hasn’t left since. We are diverse staff with straight, gay, bisexual and queens in our team. The drinks are cheap and are you are served by a staff with smiles. Located at the heart of the city, it’s always buzzing and instantly catches the attention of the passerby. The bar has an uplifting aura, painted bright with colours and rainbow lighting reflecting off mirrored walls. Wow Bar is famous for its drag shows every night of the week. “Straight people really enjoy this place as well…the music and the atmosphere is what makes it outstanding.” 3. We are open to anyone and everyone,” says Harry Foster, an employee of the bar. Pulse stays open until 4 am, so people at The Kings usually join the party later in the night. Wednesday night is popular with students with beers as cheap as £1.50. At night, it transforms into a dance club with two dedicated dance areas. Located opposite The Kings, Pulse in the daytime looks rather relaxed, serves food all day and is popular for its all-you-can-eat breakfast until 1 pm. “What is special here is the ‘welcome.’ We get an overall mixture of personnel here, they all feel comfortable and have a jolly good time.” 2. P, who’s 70 years old and likes to be described as “marinated in pinot grigio.’’ “I come here because it feels like home,” says Mr. But that doesn’t stop older customers from frequenting the bar. The target demographic is the younger university crowd of Cardiff, so the prices are cheap. Other than catching the usual drink, one could enjoy events such as quiz nights and karaoke. The Kings is one of the busiest gay bars in the city centre.
“I came from London, and I loved it here so much, that I actually moved to Cardiff. “Cardiff has a close-knit LGBTQ community and everyone looks out for each other,” says Daisy Gaunt, who works at The Kings. Everyone is welcome at these venues, whether they be gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender or straight. The gay party scene is situated in the city centre and hosts a whole variety of crowd. Mary’s in Cardiff city centre has androgynous artwork on display.Ĭardiff is home to a warm and vibrant LGBTQ community, who are inclusive regardless of race, gender, identity or sexual orientation. Here are the top seven gay bars and nightlife venues in the city. Cardiff is home to a close-knit LGBTQ community that loves to have a good time.