Centered around bustling Commercial Street and spreading out through the town’s picturesque wood-clad streets, the gay scene in Provincetown is well-known as one of the USA’s most established. With countless small gay bars and a healthy selection of larger, more raucous venues, there is something for every gay traveler in Provincetown. In the summer months, gays from around the country flock to P-Town’s sandy shores, which play host to any number of events and festivals geared toward the LGBTQ+ community.
Gay Dance Clubs in Provincetown are listed on a separate page.

Provincetown Gay Bars
Provincetown has a very prominent gay bar scene. Most gay venues are located in the West End area on Commercial Street.
Provincetown Gay Bars
WAVE Video Bar
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247 Commercial Street, Provincetown, USA
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It's called a video bar for a reason: there are flat screen TV's everywhere. Great place to have drink a beer and watch a game and dance into the early hours. Of you want to make a night of it, you can move onto Paramount, P-Town's biggest gay club.
WAVE hosts regular events and parties, from Halloween parties to bear-themed evenings. Don't miss the karaoke nights hosted by Shady Pines.
Weekday: 18:00 - late
Weekend: 12:00 - late
Last updated on: 8 Aug 2023
Last updated on: 8-Aug-2023
Aqua Bar
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207 Commercial Street, Provincetown, USA
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Aqua Bar is favoured amongst West End's local LGBT community and is known for its friendly staff, great waterfront location and laid-back atmosphere.
Weekday: 10:00 - 23:00
Weekend: 10:00 - 01:00
Last updated on: 8 Aug 2023
Last updated on: 8-Aug-2023
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Shipwreck Lounge
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10 Carver Street, Provincetown, USA
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Friendly gay bar in West End area of Provincetown. Shipwreck Lounge has an easy-going vibe where you can converse with friends, enjoy a drink or two, and chill out at the outdoor patio.
Weekday: 17:00 - 01:00
Weekend: 17:00 - 01:00
Last updated on: 9 Nov 2023
Last updated on: 9-Nov-2023
Boatslip Resort & Beach Club
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161 Commercial Street, Provincetown, USA
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Boatslip Beach Club has an outdoor pool with a deck where you can enjoy frozen cocktails, live music, friendly staff and breathtaking waterfront views.
The venue regularly hosts themed nights including its famous Tea Dance party - visit their website for event details.
Weekday: 12:00 - 22:00
Weekend: 12:00 - 22:00
Last updated on: 8 Aug 2023
Last updated on: 8-Aug-2023
The Crown & Anchor Entertainment Complex (Reported Closed)
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247 Commercial St, Provincetown, USA
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The Crown & Anchor Entertainment Complex is comprised of The Crown & Anchor Inn, Wave Video Bar, The Cabaret Room, The Vault, Paramount Club and Dive Bar.
This is where the party's at.
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