Aqua Nightclub
Dancing · Karaoke · Key West, FL
About
Saturday night here was fun but the place wasn't busy, and they still charged $15 cover which some guests thought was high. The drag show itself was great, especially a performer named Jessica, according to one review. After the show, most of the audience cleared out, but karaoke followed and kept a small crowd going.
Bring dollar bills for tipping the performers. The crowd skews toward straight travelers, families, and bachelorette parties rather than local gay men. If you're looking for a less touristy gay bar nearby, 801 Bourbon Bar is a short walk away on Duval.
Located on Duval Street near Angela St., in the heart of Key West's gay nightlife district.
Features
- ✓Drag shows by the Aquanettes troupe
- ✓Karaoke after the show
- ✓Mixed crowd of travelers and locals
- ✓Cover charge of $15
- ✓Outdoor smoking area
Good for
Practical
What people say
77 community ratings.
From the community
This is mostly a drag bar with lip-sync performances. The show attracted a good crowd, but most people left right after. Bring lots of $1 bills to tip the performers. Karaoke followed the drag show. Great music and a fun atmosphere.
A visitor · Over a year ago
“Was here”
The show was amazing! Thank you to everyone for such a nice show.
A guest · Over a year ago
“Fun but dead”
Visited while on vacation in Key West on a Saturday night. The show was great and fun, but the place wasn't packed. A $15 cover felt steep given the low crowd; lowering it to $5-$10 until it gets busier would make more sense. Many people were turned away by the cover, and a busier venue would have been more enjoyable.
A recent visitor · Over a year ago
“Pricey!”
We each paid $15 to enter, which felt overpriced compared to 801 Bourbon's shows. Even by NYC standards it was high. The vibe was cool and the drag show was very good, especially one performer. I disagree with some sites calling Key West the best drag south of NYC. Drinks were weak and expensive. The audience mostly consisted of straight travelers, families, and bridal parties, with very few gay men.
A local visitor · Over a year ago
“Boys will be girls!”
We had a blast. Our group of two men and six women had a fantastic time. We plan to return next June.
A visitor · Over a year ago
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Aqua Nightclub have drag shows? +
Yes, drag shows are the main attraction, featuring the Aquanettes. Shows typically include lip-sync performances.
Is there a cover charge? +
Yes, reviews mention a $15 cover, which some guests felt was high for a slow night.
What kind of crowd does it attract? +
The crowd includes straight travelers, families, and bachelorette parties, with fewer local gay men according to reviews.
Is there karaoke? +
Yes, karaoke typically starts after the drag show ends.
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