Revelers like to dance on the stage when no one's performing even though there's plenty of floor space. EGO: This two-story hangout is always high energy and boy, does it pour a strong drink.Mirabar remains a favorite gay hangout for dancing, cruising, and enjoying a variety of theme nights (karaoke, drag shows, body contests, and the like). Although it has switched venues, it hasn't left the Jewelry District, near the campus of Johnson & Wales University, where it's a longtime staple. Mirabar: Quite a few gay clubs have come and gone in Providence over the years, but Mirabar has been bumping and grinding for decades.
Drag queens and go-go dancers are the normal clientele at this disco ball-clad club (Alley Cat's older sister), which hosts weekly karaoke, shows, DJ acts, retro dances, and more. Dark Lady: In the center of downtown, a short walk from several of Providence's most prominent hotels, is one of the top dance clubs for gay men and lesbians in the region.