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There are few things more idyllic than a day of fun in the LA sun. The beaches of Santa Monica and Venice burst with life and color, as if the City of Angels really is one big movie set. From the golden age of Hollywood to world-famous LGBTQ+ parties and events, Los Angeles has excitement and history around every corner. 

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West Hollywood is understandably one of the most sought-after neighborhoods in town – iconic tourist beacons like the Walk of Fame bring thousands of feet to Hollywood Boulevard every day. LA boasts some great gayborhoods- from pockets of Silver Lake to more mixed and trendy Mt. Washington and Los Feliz with wild underground LGBTQ+ warehouse parties happening all over town. The city is huge, and public transit, like anywhere, can be unreliable, so plan on using your rideshare apps diligently to bounce around. 

 

The spirit of Los Angeles is mesmerizing and alluring. In one night, you might jump from a cool house party to a hotel rooftop rave before bar hopping, and finally ending the night sipping on some beers, watching the waves roll in while splayed out on the warm sand. 

 

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[PHOTOS] L.A.'s hottest dancers & drag queens showed out for the Precinct Awards

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[PHOTOS] L.A.'s hottest dancers & drag queens showed out for the Precinct Awards

This LA comedy festival is packed with queer talent and a tribute to Pee-Wee Herman

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This LA comedy festival is packed with queer talent and a tribute to Pee-Wee Herman

The <i>Heated Rivalry</i> boys dropped in at this LA gay bar to surprise quiz night patrons

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The Heated Rivalry boys dropped in at this LA gay bar to surprise quiz night patrons

New study reveals the cities with the most tops and bottoms

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New study reveals the cities with the most tops and bottoms

WeHo Halloween Carnaval 2025 served the hottest tricks and sweetest treats

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WeHo Halloween Carnaval 2025 served the hottest tricks and sweetest treats

[PHOTOS] The boys of West Hollywood Halloween Carnival 2025

Weho Halloween Carnivale

[PHOTOS] The boys of West Hollywood Halloween Carnival 2025

The Abbey in West Hollywood hosted a celebrity-studded party for National PrEP Day

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The Abbey in West Hollywood hosted a celebrity-studded party for National PrEP Day

[PHOTOS] You just can't beat Showgirls, the gayest weekly drag show in Weho

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[PHOTOS] You just can't beat Showgirls, the gayest weekly drag show in Weho

Get ready to celebrate ten years of the magical and meaty Megawoof America

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Get ready to celebrate ten years of the magical and meaty Megawoof America

[PHOTOS] Los Angeles Comic Con 2025 serves Homo Superior cosplay

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[PHOTOS] Los Angeles Comic Con 2025 serves Homo Superior cosplay

West Hollywood will unveil this beautiful AIDS Monument in November

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West Hollywood will unveil this beautiful AIDS Monument in November

Darryl Stephens on fatherhood and finding himself on the road

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Darryl Stephens on fatherhood and finding himself on the road

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Upcoming Events

LA Pride Parade

LA Pride Parade

Rainbow-clad Hollywood Blvd

Hollywood Blvd

Sunday, June 14, 2026

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Bars & Clubs

The Abbey Food & Bar

The Abbey Food & Bar

The place to be seen in WeHo

West Hollywood
Micky's Weho

Micky's Weho

Iconic WeHo dance club

West Hollywood
Eagle LA

Eagle LA

Long-standing leather bar

Silverlake
Mother Lode

Mother Lode

No WeHo attitude in sight

West Hollywood
Akbar

Akbar

Unpretentious lounge in Silverlake

Silverlake
Revolver Video Bar

Revolver Video Bar

In the heart of WeHo

West Hollywood
Trunks

Trunks

Friendly faces, low prices

West Hollywood
The Bullet Bar

The Bullet Bar

Roughin' it in the Valley

North Hollywood
Precinct

Precinct

DTLA's spacious, fun loving gay bar

Downtown LA (DTLA)
Catch One

Catch One

Premiere nightclub with a mixed crowd

Miracle Mile/Wilshire Corridor
Club Tempo

Club Tempo

Latin fever

Hollywood
Chico

Chico

Latino hotspot in Montebello

Hollywood
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Restaurants

Hamburger Mary's West Hollywood

Hamburger Mary's West Hollywood

More than burgers

West Hollywood
Fiesta Cantina

Fiesta Cantina

Hollywood margs

West Hollywood
Bossa Nova

Bossa Nova

Brazilian fare in WeHo

West Hollywood
Saint Felix

Saint Felix

American food in WeHo

West Hollywood
Casita Del Campo

Casita Del Campo

Straightforward and scrumptious Mexican food

Silverlake
El Coyote

El Coyote

Bustling mexican restaurant, family owned since 1931

Hollywood
Canter's Deli

Canter's Deli

Best Pastrami in the city

Hollywood
Hugo's

Hugo's

Healthy local fave

West Hollywood
Cafe La Boheme

Cafe La Boheme

Luxurious and unique

West Hollywood
IHOP

IHOP

From bars to bacon

West Hollywood
Yogurt Stop

Yogurt Stop

Your favorite fruits

West Hollywood
Wurstkuche

Wurstkuche

Get your sausage on

Downtown LA (DTLA)
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Hotels

Ramada WeHo

Ramada WeHo

Central WeHo hotel

West Hollywood
Andaz West Hollywood - a Concept by Hyatt

Andaz West Hollywood - a Concept by Hyatt

Chic West Hollywood stay

West Hollywood
Le Montrose Suites

Le Montrose Suites

WeHo style, Beverly Hills glam

West Hollywood
Le Parc Suite Hotel

Le Parc Suite Hotel

Sophisticated luxury

West Hollywood
Chamberlain

Chamberlain

Lauded boutique hotel

West Hollywood
W Hollywood

W Hollywood

Hollywood's sparkling new gem

Hollywood
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Los Angeles Downtown

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Los Angeles Downtown

A tranquil urban oasis in the heart of downtown LA

Downtown LA (DTLA)
The London West Hollywood

The London West Hollywood

Cosmopolitan chic, California cool

West Hollywood
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hollywood Walk of Fame, an IHG Hotel

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hollywood Walk of Fame, an IHG Hotel

Right up the road from the Walk of Fame

Hollywood
The Holloway Inn Motel

The Holloway Inn Motel

Central and economical

West Hollywood
Hollywood Hotel ® is OPEN

Hollywood Hotel ® is OPEN

Stylish and comfortable stay

Hollywood
Hotel Angeleno

Hotel Angeleno

A luxurious tower to rest your weary head

Bel Air Brentwood
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Beaches & Parks

Santa Monica Pier

Santa Monica Pier

Beach days

Santa Monica
Will Rogers State Beach

Will Rogers State Beach

LA's Gay Beach

Santa Monica
Muscle Beach

Muscle Beach

Flex and fun

Venice
Runyon Canyon Park

Runyon Canyon Park

Hike, yoga or hang

Hollywood
Malibu Creek State Park

Malibu Creek State Park

Picture-perfect view

Los Angeles
Annenberg Community Beach House

Annenberg Community Beach House

Splish splash!

Santa Monica
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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Pride in Los Angeles?

LA Pride is celebrated all month long throughout June and is filled with concerts, nightlife, potery readings, and outdoor movies.The highlight of Pride month, LA Pride in the Park, usually happens in mid-June. It is one of the most sought-after and largest official Pride concerts in the country. 

What is the gay neighborhood of Los Angeles?

While much of Los Angeles's LGBTQ+ life is based in West Hollywood, with 40 percent of its citizens identifying as gay, Venice, Silver Lake, Long Beach, and Downtown are also LGBTQ+ friendly. Like many big cities, you can find gay-friendly places throughout much of LA.

Is Los Angeles LGBTQ friendly?

Los Angeles is well-known for its diverse and multicultural population, and LGBTQ+ culture is prominent throughout the many districts and neighborhoods.