Event Dates
From: Friday, June 27, 2025
To: Sunday, June 29, 2025
Cuff Festival Seattle 2025
Cuff Fest celebrates alongside the Seattle Queer Pride Festival. The two festivals happen just blocks from one another.
Cuff Festival Seattle 2025
Cuff Fest celebrates alongside the Seattle Queer Pride Festival at the end of June. The two festivals, happening just blocks from one another in and outside Burgess Hall’s Capitol Hill establishments, are intended as complementary events.
- Are you visiting for Seattle Pride? Stay close to Capitol Hill, home to the city’s gay bars and clubs and the host bar and venue for the Cuff Festival. We recommend The Gaslight Inn, a recognised Seattle landmark complete with a stunning pool, great rooms and a top location just 2 minutes from the party.
The Cuff Festival
- Next Edition: Friday 27th June – Sunday 29th June, 2025.
- Festival organiser and owner of the Cuff bar, Joey Burgess, describes the event as “reminiscent of Folsom Street Fair; a grittier, more DIY space”.
- Lineup includes some of the best alternative DJs from the international circuit scene.
- Enjoy over the top drag acts, the beefiest gogos and the sexiest boys from around the world.
Circuit Parties
- Friday – Awaiting confirmation – Bearracuda Seattle Pride Block Party, Horsemeat Disco (based in London, UK) and Bears in Space.
- Adding to the allure of this Pride festival are top tier DJs, drag queens, go-go dancers, and porn stars. Don your leathers, flag your hankies, and let loose!
The Lineup 2025
- Awaiting lineup for the 2025 edition.
The Venue
- Cuff Festival takes place inside and outside along 13th Ave between Pike and Pine. Cuff Seattle is Seattle’s Premier Gay Night Club featuring Local, National & International DJ Talent.
- The block party features a live stage, dance podiums, several bars and one of the best party atmospheres in the city.
- The Cuff is located in the heart of the gay district with 3 bars and a large outdoor patio, a 4-minute drive from Capitol Hill.
- The Capitol Hill neighbourhood is just east of downtown has long been the city’s gay epicentre, with rainbow-painted crosswalks and many ways to dive into the LGBTQ scene.
Recommended Hotels in Seattle
Here are the hotels we recommend that have good reviews and keep you close to all the action
Oakwood, Pan Pacific, Fairmont Olympic Hotel, Four Seasons Hotel.
Recommended Hotels
Where to stay close to all the gay bars.
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
Where we stay!
Sonesta Alexis, is our editor’s choice
with a full service Spa in the heart of city
Official Website
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Gay Map of Seattle
The gay village of Seattle is located in the centre of Capitol Hill. It’s a charming historic area where the epicenter of the city’s gay bars and clubs are located. There are several venues in town specifically catering to a gay clientele. Nightlife is centered on the Pike/Pine corridor. Madison Park Beach on the north section is also Seattle’s unofficial gay beach.
Fairmont Olympic Hotel, 411, University Street, Central Business District, First Hill, Seattle, King County, Washington, 98101
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this downtown Seattle hotel features multiple onsite award-winning dining options. Rooms offer city views with French-inspired furnishings.Cable TV and a minibar are featured in each guest room at the Fairmont Olympic Hotel. The en suite bathroom offers designer toiletries and terry robes. The windows in each room open to allow fresh air in.
99 Union St, Seattle, WA 98101
This downtown Seattle hotel is 2 km from the Space Needle. This hotel features a full spa, rooftop infinity pool, and outdoor fireplace. Every guest room features Northwest-style decor with wood and stone details.
The Four Seasons Hotel Seattle has a 24-hour business centre. Guests can work out in the gym or use the steam room or hot tub. Guests can dine at the Goldfinch Tavern, which features Pacific Northwest cuisine by world renowned chef Ethan Stowell.
2125 Terry Ave Seattle, WA 98121
Only steps from downtown Seattle's most popular attractions, including the Space Needle, this luxurious hotel features state-of-the-art amenities, exceptional accommodations and unrivaled facilities, all in the heart of the city.
Thompson Seattle, 110, Stewart Street, Pike Place Market Area, Belltown, Seattle, King County, Washington, 98101
Offering a terrace and views of the sea, Thompson Seattle is set in Seattle. Guests can enjoy the on-site rooftop bar, and complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi.The rooms include a 42" flat-screen TV with a customized movie library. Some rooms feature a seating area for your convenience. The beds are complimented with 400 thread count SFERRA linens. The private bathrooms include state-of-the-art rain showers and soaking tubs, D.S. & DURGA luxury bath amenities, and over-sized Frette bathrobes.
1530 9th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101
The air-conditioned units come with a kitchen that includes a dishwasher, a private bathroom with a hairdryer, and a living room with a TV with cable channels. A microwave, a fridge and oven are also available, as well as a coffee machine. a balcony, & a terrace.
Capitol Hill, Seattle, WA
The holiday home has 1 bedroom, a TV with cable channels, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, coffee maker, blender, toaster and 1 bathroom with a bath or shower. Free High-Speed WiFi and Keyless Entry
Capitol Hill, Seattle, WA
Capitol Hill offers air conditioning, a balcony, and city views The holiday home has 3 bedrooms, a TV with cable channels, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 4 bathrooms with a shower.
609 10th Ave E, Seattle, WA 98102
The apartment features 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. private parking available on site and free WiFi. A barbecue is available on site
1809 Minor Ave Seattle, WA 98101
Has regular gay nights take a look at the website for the next one
1009 E Union St Suite C, Seattle, WA 98122, United States
Gay Bar & eatery with a leafy patio regular events like drag shows
1413 E Olive Way Seattle, WA 98122
One of the last true neighborhood gay bars on Cap Hill. Karaoke 7 Nights a Week!!! Drink specials, friendly staff and fun patrons.
1021 E Pike St, Seattle, WA 98122, United States
One of the oldest lesbian bars on the West Coast, offering DJs, karaoke & seasonal outdoor seating.
1426 Broadway Seattle, WA 98122
Q is a state-of-the-art, 12,500 sq. ft. multilevel gay lounge and nightclub located in Seattle's vibrant Capitol Hill Open five days a week, Q serves as both a lounge on weekdays, and a nightclub on weekends.
1118 E Pike St Seattle, WA 98122
Unicorn & Narwhal are two carnival themed bars located on Capitol Hill, Seattle. Each packs its own vibe into one location offering whimsical food & drink options. drag brunch and other weekly events
1413 14th Ave Seattle, WA 98122
Seattle's Premier BEAR BAR. 100% GAY owned & operated - by Bears, for bears. Located in Seattle's Capitol Hill (historically Gay friendly) neighborhood. Heavy masculine influence with an authentic blue collar vibe & friendly attitude. Categorically a "Bear Bar" yet friendly towards all walks of the Gay community
1221 E Madison St Seattle, WA 98122
You will find everyone here from drag queens to hipsters, fun gay bar worth a visit
1518 11th Ave Seattle, WA 98122
Located in the heart of Seattle’s historic gay neighborhood, Capitol Hill, Queer/Bar is a mega inclusive bar, performance space, and home base for the queer community. We currently offer various weeknight activations, RuPaul’s Drag Race viewings, and Seattle’s Best Drag Shows up to five nights a week, featuring local, national and international talent. Queer/Bar celebrates Seattle’s LGBTQIA+ community by providing a safe, fun and inclusive space for all. Check out what’s going on this week and reserve your table below!
1701 E Olive Way Seattle, WA 98102
CC's Seattle has a strong tradition as a classic gay bar, join us for great drinks, sexy men (on and off the screen), excellent bartenders, videos, music, event nights, and more.
1315 E Madison St Seattle, WA 98122
Gay pub old style the place to go if you want to chat to friends without loud music
314 E Pike St Seattle, WA 98122
Gay Leather rubber uniform bar with a pool table a mens bar
1509 Broadway Seattle, WA 98122
Gay nightclub since 1983 has 3 floors with food service & performances.
1533 13th Ave Seattle, WA 98122
Gay entertainment multiplex with 3 bars, dance club & patio often attracts a leather-clad crowd featuring Local , National & International DJ Talent.
Recommended Hotels in Seattle By Booking
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We have chosen hotels in Seattle that keep you close to all the shops, restaurants & bars
Fairmont Olympic Hotel
5 Star, Luxury
- 5 Star, Historic Place with French-Inspired Furnishings
- Close to the gay district
- City views, cable TV, minibar
- Historic hotel offers award-winning dining, rooms with city views and French-inspired decor, and designer toiletries.
Four Seasons Hotel
5 Star, Readers Choice
- 5 Star, Full Spa and Rooftop Infinity Pool
- Close to the gay district
- Northwest-style decor, stone details
- Features a full spa, rooftop infinity pool, outdoor fireplace, and Pacific Northwest cuisine at Goldfinch Tavern.
Thompson Seattle
4 Star, Great Value
- 4 Star, Sea Views and Rooftop Bar
- A short walk to the gay bars
- Flat-screen TV, luxury bath amenities
- Offers terrace with sea views, a rooftop bar, high-speed Wi-Fi, rooms with a 42” TV, and luxury bathroom amenities.
Pan Pacific Seattle
4 Star, Location
- 4 Star, Near Lots Of Downtown Attractions
- A short taxi ride to the gay bars
- Spacious rooms, plasma-screen TVs
- Steps from popular attractions, offering luxurious accommodations with state-of-the-art amenities and a complimentary shuttle.
Video – Gay Seattle Neighbourhood
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