2 Gay Bars in Lawrence, KS — LGBTQ+ Nightlife

If you want a relaxed spot where coffee drinks and cocktails share the menu, Henry's Upstairs Bar is a solid choice. The friendly crowd is mixed gay-straight, and the outdoor patio gives you fresh air options. Hours are consistent: open Wednesday through Saturday from 5pm to 2am, and Sunday from 2pm to midnight. It's tucked between Massachusetts and New Hampshire Streets in downtown, easy to find on a night out.

Bourgeois Pig has been a Lawrence staple since 1993, blending a coffeehouse vibe with a full bar. The outdoor porch and vaulted ceilings give it a European feel, while the drink menu spans espresso drinks, cocktails, beer, and wine. It draws a mixed gay/straight crowd that's more relaxed than clubby. Daily drink specials rotate, with highlights like Industry Night on Mondays and infusion Wednesdays. Open until 2am every day, it's a solid late-night option without the dive-bar edge. If you're bar-hopping, Henry's Upstairs Bar is nearby and worth a stop.