LGBTQ+ Dublin, without the guesswork
Abracadabra+ is where queer people in Dublin find things to do and people to do them with. Browse what's on this week across the city, or set up your own and let others join.
Nights out in the cityWhat you can do here
Meet people in Dublin
Join small group meet-ups near you instead of scrolling alone. Coffee, pints, walks — whatever suits you.
Organise your own
Host a run along the Grand Canal, a pub quiz in Capel Street or a queer film night. Set it up in minutes.
Sport, culture, nights out
From GAA and climbing to gallery visits and dancing until closing, pick what you feel like this week.
Along the Grand CanalWhere the queer community meets in Dublin
Temple Bar
Late nights, drag shows and the city's best-known queer bars, all within a few streets.
Capel Street
Dublin's queer heart — pedestrianised, packed with pubs, cafés and community spaces.
Smithfield
Film nights, coffee mornings and casual meet-ups just north of the Liffey.
Phibsborough
Local sports clubs, board game nights and a relaxed neighbourhood crowd.
Portobello & Rathmines
Canal-side walks, yoga in the park and low-key dinners with new people.
Dún Laoghaire
Sea swims at the Forty Foot, coastal hikes and Sunday brunches by the pier.
Gay bars, clubs and nightlife in Dublin
Open nightlife guideDublin's queer nightlife is concentrated around Capel Street, George's Street and Temple Bar — long-running spots like The George, Pantibar and Street 66, alongside community spaces such as Outhouse on Capel Street. Great venues, but walking in alone can feel like a lot. Abracadabra+ is where you find a group heading out that night, so you arrive with people rather than hoping to meet them.
Capel Street & north city
Pedestrianised, bar-lined and home to Outhouse, Dublin's LGBTQ+ community centre. Easy for a first night out.
George's Street & Temple Bar
Drag, karaoke and club nights in the city's best-known queer venues, all a short walk from each other.
Pride season
Dublin Pride brings people together each year. Check the official programme for current dates and events.
Planning for Dublin Pride?
Get annual guidance for the parade, current route updates, transport, accessibility, safety and ways to take part beyond nightlife.
Queer Dublin: common questions
Is Dublin LGBTQ+ friendly?
Yes. Ireland has marriage equality and Dublin has a visible, long-established queer scene, from Capel Street venues to community spaces and Pride each summer.
Where are the gay bars in Dublin?
Most are clustered around Capel Street, George's Street and Temple Bar — including The George, Pantibar and Street 66 — all within walking distance of each other in the city centre.
When is Dublin Pride?
Dublin Pride takes place annually; festival dates, parade day and programme vary. Check Dublin Pride’s official channels for current details.
How do I meet people in Dublin?
Join something small rather than a big night out: a park run, a coffee morning, a film night. On Abracadabra+ you can browse activities happening near you in Dublin and join in a couple of taps.
Are there LGBTQ+ activities in Dublin beyond nightlife?
Plenty — sea swims at the Forty Foot, hikes, climbing, board game nights, gallery visits, book clubs and sports teams. You can also organise your own on Abracadabra+.
Is Abracadabra+ free to use in Dublin?
Downloading the app and browsing what's on is free. Some activities are hosted by venues or organisers who may charge for their own event.
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