Here's our guide to Halifax's small gay scene, with all the gay venues currently operational.

Halifax Canada Gay Bars & Shops
Halifax is the biggest city in the province of Nova Scotia. It has a small gay scene.
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Halifax Gay Bars & Clubs
Rumours
1668 Lower Water St, Halifax, NS B3J 1S4, Canada, Halifax Canada, Canada
Halifax's most electrifying gay bar and nightclub, Rumours is named after an iconic local gay bar that closed back in 1995. Rumours is now the only fully fledged gay bar in town. The venue hosts several events throughout the year with unique playlists and music genre, including dazzling drag shows and sultry burlesque nights.
Mon: Closed
Tue:16:00 - 00:00
Wed:16:00 - 00:00
Thu:16:00 - 02:00
Fri:16:00 - 03:30
Sat:16:00 - 03:30
Sun:15:00 - 00:00
Last updated on: 8 Jun 2026
Last updated on: 8-Jun-2026
Stardust Bar + Kitchen
1688 Barrington Street, Halifax Canada, Canada
Show on mapStardust Bar + Kitchen is a gay bar in Halifax known for its tasty food, creative drinks menu and community-led events. Alongside cocktails and alcohol-free options, the venue hosts STAR Maker, a bi-weekly showcase where new drag performers, musicians, comedians and dancers take the stage. There's also a drag brunch every Saturday.
Expect a lively crowd, glamorous décor, and a space designed to celebrate LGBTQ+ creativity.
Mon: Closed
Tue: Closed
Wed:15:00 - 00:00
Thu:15:00 - 00:00
Fri:15:00 - 02:00
Sat:11:00 - 02:00
Sun:11:00 - 00:00
Last updated on: 8 Jun 2026
Last updated on: 8-Jun-2026
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Backlot HFX
2103 Gottingen Street, Halifax Canada, Canada
Show on mapBacklot HFX is a gay bar in Halifax, bringing nightlife back to a space once occupied by the city's former gay bar, Club NRG. The main bar features free pool, daily happy hour, and one of the city's most popular karaoke nights on Thursdays, while the downstairs club opens on weekends with a large dance floor, lighting effects, and regular performances.
Mon:18:00 - 02:00
Tue:18:00 - 02:00
Wed:18:00 - 02:00
Thu:18:00 - 02:00
Fri:18:00 - 02:00
Sat:18:00 - 02:00
Sun:18:00 - 02:00
Last updated on: 8 Jun 2026
Last updated on: 8-Jun-2026
Halifax Gay Shops
Venus Envy
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1598 Barrington Street, Halifax Canada, Canada
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Since 1998, Venus Envy has been providing a welcoming space to browse and purchase erotic books and adult toys. Venus Envy pride themselves on being a friendly and informative business.
Mon:11:00 - 19:00
Tue:11:00 - 19:00
Wed:11:00 - 19:00
Thu:11:00 - 19:00
Fri:11:00 - 20:00
Sat:11:00 - 20:00
Sun:11:00 - 18:00
Last updated on: 8 Jun 2026
Last updated on: 8-Jun-2026
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