With regular drag shows and events like The Men of Manwatch and The Bad Girls Club, you can almost always catch a show.
Live entertainment is the name of the game at Partner’s Battle Creek. Regular theme nights keep the party fresh and special weekends are held to accommodate every persuasion. Or enjoy the duplex that comes with a fully stocked kitchen and a private outdoor jacuzzi. If you’re opting for an overnight visit, you can choose from cottages, motel rooms and suites. From the poolside bar and live cabaret at the show bar, to the outdoor patio bar and relaxing Vinyl Lounge with billiards and video games, there is something for everyone. Nestled in the gay-friendly Saugatuck/Douglas community, The Dunes has offered endless entertainment options for 34 years and counting. Perfect for a weekend getaway or a night of partying, the Dunes Resort is heralded as the LGBTQ getaway destination in the Midwest. Dance nights, themed parties and weekly karaoke paired with nightly drink specials offer action every night of the week. With evening hours only, Metro is a dance party destination. Metro Nightclub recently reopened this year after a short hiatus and is currently the only official gay bar in Kalamazoo. The spacious dance floor and mirrored walls make for perfect evenings of bumping and grinding or offer ample visibility while watching your favorite queens dominate the scene. Home to numerous drag pageants and performances, like Grand Rapids Drag Race and amateur cabaret, along with karaoke nights and wild dance events featuring fun themes like foam parties, Rumors Nightclub is a place where you can strut your stuff and catch a show. The community mourns Lennox’s recent passing as he was beloved by all who knew him. The low-key atmosphere offers a cozy and welcoming space and the original co-owners and longtime life partners Ed Ladner and Milt Lennox prided themselves on knowing everyone’s name.
More information on the restaurant can be found on its Facebook page.While West Michigan’s LGBTQ nightlife hot spots are not as plentiful as they once were, the raging clubs and quiet bars you can find in our region are legendary. Whether you’re intent on cruising the night away, showing off your pipes at karaoke or workin’ it in a pageant, here are some Michigan fixtures.Ī Grand Rapids mainstay, tucked in an unassuming corner of downtown, The Apartment Lounge has been a favorite among loyal regulars for over 40 years and boasts the title of being Michigan’s oldest, continuously operating gay bar. The owners aspire to open more Hamburger Mary’s restaurants in Michigan. “We are happy to provide that release in a safe, socially distant environment.” “With the lockdowns due to COVID-19, we know everyone needs a little fun,” Hanchett said. The owners are requiring additional cleaning and sanitation and are following all state guidelines regarding occupancy. Customers will be required to wear a mask when entering the building and not at their seats. Hanchett and Zarkowski said they will take COVID-19 safety precautions, including screening every employee and checking their temperature before they begin their shifts. We really look forward to being part of this community.” “We want everyone to know this is a family-friendly restaurant where everyone is welcome. “Tom and I lived in Grand Rapids while we were dating, so coming back to West Michigan felt like a natural fit,” Hanchett said. The owners plan to hold drag events such as karaoke, game night and trivia night, as well as drag shows, most days of the week. They said they plan to offer the same “charm and openness” that is traditional of Hamburger Mary’s restaurants, forging a strong partnership with the local LGBTQ community.
Hanchett and Zarkowski have worked in the entertainment and hospitality industry for years. An 80-person patio and roll-up garage doors will give customers an indoor/outdoor experience. The open-air burger bar promises a “unique dining experience with a flamboyant twist,” serving gourmet burgers and up to 40 beers on tap.
“Colliers is always happy to assist in bringing new businesses to the area.” “Hamburger Mary’s will be a great addition to the 28th Street corridor and return a prime location back to active use,” said Mark Ansara, vice president with Colliers West Michigan. in Cascade Township, in the former Blue Moose Sports Pub, which closed last summer, according to Colliers International West Michigan on Wednesday.Ĭolliers represented Hamburger Mary’s in securing the location. Local owners and partners Doug Hanchett and Tom Zarkowski will open the LGBTQ-friendly burger bar location this fall at 6240 28th St. on Wednesday, Hamburger Mary’s will open its new West Michigan location to the public.Ī pair of restaurateurs are opening a local franchise of Hamburger Mary’s.