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💅 MARYS POPPIN DRESS CODE
We’re all for self-expression – just not the “I gave up” aesthetic. Here’s how to serve the fantasy and get through the door:

✅ YES:

Dress to Impress – You're hitting the club, not doing your grocery run.
Camp, Cute & Club-Ready – From sequins to mesh, assist it with confidence.
Accessorise Like It's Kingly Brunch – Fans, fringe, feathers… more is more.

❌ NO:

Tracksuits or Hoodies
Sportswear or Footy Colours
Boardshorts or Pyjamas
Open-Toe or Steel Cap Shoes
Crocs or Birkenstocks
Tradie Fluoro or Workwear

🌈 BE BOLD, BE YOU
All genders. All identities. All styles – as long as it's got style.

Management & Security reserve the right to decline entry for any reason (especially crimes against fashion).

There’s a fine reason why Walker’s Point is fondly referred to as "The Gayborhood" – the near South Side neighborhood has been residence to many gay people, families, bars and restaurants for decades.

Today, the LGBTQ bar scene is still going strong – primarily on and around Second Street – and continues to offer fun, safe spaces for everyone, gay or straight.

Here are 10 Milwaukee gay bars to check out during Event Month or whenever:

La Cage

Historically, this nightclub has served as an anchor to the neighborhood's thriving LGBTQ bar scene. It has changed names and ownership over the years, but continues to consistently house one of Milwaukee's most coveted dance floors. 

This Is It

This Is It opened in 1968, making it one of the top 10 longest-running gay bars in the territory, and possibly one of the top five. Last year, the Cathedral Square meeting place expanded with a dance floor and second bar.

Walker’s Pint

Walker's Pint is one of the nation's last lesbian bars. The friendly, inclusive tavern also serves as a community space, live music venue, karao