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The Great Northern
Dancing · Nightclub · San Francisco, CA
About
Located in SOMA, The Great Northern is an art-deco nightclub with 30-foot-high ceilings, two bars, and a massive dance floor. It's known for throwing parties tied to Folsom Street Fair, Halloween, and NYE, often featuring go-go boys and drag shows.
Open late Thursday through Saturday (10pm-3am), the venue attracts a mixed gay-straight crowd in their 20s to 40s. Expect techno, leather, and a scene that runs after hours.
Features
- ✓30-foot-high ceilings and two bars
- ✓Drag shows and go-go boys on party nights
- ✓Mixed gay-straight crowd, 20s to 40s
Good for
✓Drag Shows✓Go-Go Boys/Strippers✓LeatherOutdoor Seating✓After Hours✓Live Entertainment✓Casual✓Good For Groups✓Techno✓Lively✓Private✓20 Somethings✓30 Somethings✓40 Somethings✓Locals✓Dancing✓Nightclub
Practical
✓Mixed Gay/Straight
Frequently Asked Questions
Does The Great Northern have drag shows? +
Yes, it frequently hosts drag shows, especially during special events like Folsom Street Fair.
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