The Wickham
Brisbane’s iconic gay pub, The Wickham, is a vibrant queer venue with drag shows, DJs, and special event dance parties.
Located in the heart of Fortitude Valley, The Wickham Hotel is a heritage-listed pub dating back to 1885, which over decades has evolved into one of Brisbane’s most enduring queer venues. With roots as a welcoming space for LGBTQIA+ community gatherings from the 1970s onward, it blends historic charm — including original architectural detailing — with contemporary hospitality, and embraces an “open doors, open arms” ethos.
The Wickham’s events calendar is as diverse and dynamic as its crowd. Regular drag shows, karaoke nights, and community gatherings sit alongside high-energy takeovers by major queer party brands such as Poof Doof, Thick ’n’ Juicy, and other touring events that turn the venue into a full-scale dance spectacular. Its annual Big Gay Day street festival cements its place as a cornerstone of Brisbane’s queer culture — a celebration of pride, performance, and pure fun. Whether you’re there for a lazy beer in the garden or a glitter-fuelled night on the dance floor, The Wickham delivers an experience that’s quintessentially, joyfully Brisbane.
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