Manila Gay Dance Clubs

Apollo is a huge male entertainment club in Manila featuring exotic dancers, cabaret and music performances. You'll see a bit of everything from street dance to acrobatics. The performers are working at a very high standard so you're guaranteed to have an excellent gay night out in Manila.

From Asia's hottest drag queens to strutting muscle marys, prepare to have your mind blown.

Launched in 2015, JUNGLE has produced dance parties and circuit festivals across the Philippines and has become the country's largest LGBT event and one of the fastest-growing parties in Asia.

The JUNGLE Circuit Party takes place annually in major cities: Manila, Boracay, Iloilo, etc.

One of the best and most popular show bars in Asia with shows running every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Later on in the night this venue transforms into a busy night club where the happy crowd dances until the sun comes up.

Club Mwah also takes its matinee shows to different parts of the country.

If you want to get a glimpse of Manila's alt/underground clubbing scene, head down to Apotheka Manila.

Apotheka is a lively techno club in Poblacion, Makati, known for its eclectic themed nights and drag performances. The small space can get packed (expect a younger crowd), but the vigilant bouncers keep things under control. It’s a go-to spot for discovering local DJs and artists who explore fresh sounds and genres. 

If you're looking for a place where butch lesbians in Manila party, go to After Bar & Cocktail Lounge. Located in Malate, this bar has a decent selection of drinks and there's always a party on the dance floor with music by in-house DJs.

ELEPHANT is a nomadic queer techno party organised by a collective of LGBTQIA+ artists, DJs, performers, and activists in Manila. Events have included BDSM nights, prom-themed parties, evening gown competitions, and appearances from international names such as Herrensauna, Boris, Chris Cruse, and Ouissam.

Locations change regularly, with announcements made through the party's social media channels.

KRADLE KRIB Nightclub & JTV combines nightlife, karaoke, and drag entertainment under one roof. Guests can enjoy drinks while being entertained by fab drag queens or belting it out at karaoke. The venue attracts a mixed crowd throughout the week.