These bars and nightclubs are filled with people who want to dance and let loose. More diverse groups of people = more fun. Cultivating spaces to let off steam and connect with the community has been an essential facet of progress.įrom downtown Detroit to Royal Oak, Gay-Friendly nightlife reigns supreme. It’s been a long journey, but LGBTQ people have remained resilient. Since the 1940s, the gay community in Detroit has shifted from convening in mostly underground spaces to out and proud ones welcoming all genders and sexual orientations. Detroit’s gay scene is vibrant, diverse and inclusive.
