Event Dates
From: Friday, June 27, 2025
To: Sunday, June 29, 2025
Ripcord Pride Houston Block Party 2025
Ripcord, the neighborhood Leather Bar in Houston’s Fairview Street presents the annual Not your family friendly Pride Block Party celebration
Ripcord Pride Houston Block Party 2025
Ripcord, the neighborhood Leather Bar in Houston’s Fairview Street, presents the annual “Not your family friendly Pride celebration”, an open air block party with great music and a fun atmosphere.
- Hotel ZaZa is a Montrose-adjacent luxury hotel with pool villas, concept suites, a high-end day spa, and the Monarch Bistro with its award-winning fare and a gorgeous view of Mecom Fountain and the Museum of Fine Arts.
The Block Party
- Friday 27th to Sunday 29th June, 2025 – The annual Houston pride celebrations in Montrose, Houston, are celebrated each year at Ripcord with local vendors, local musicians and local performers taking centre stage over a 3 day event.
- The party kicks off every day from 4pm and continues late into the night until 2am. Entry is for over 21’s only. No cover.
Ripcord Houston
- Ripcord is the oldest leather bar in Texas. Since 1982, the bar has become an iconic staple in the Montrose community, hosting a wide range of events.
- Ripcord is a popular spot for various groups in the gay community, including Bears, Cubs, Daddy, Chaser, Twink, Leather, and Masculine Men. With its large patio, Ripcord is a great place to enjoy a beer or a cocktail on a nice Houston evening.
Gay Montrose, Where to stay?
For those seeking a Houstonian adventure with a little more sparkle than most, Montrose provides plenty of exceptional options.
- La Colombe D’Or on Montrose Blvd is now a swanky boutique hotel. With its own art gallery and a renowned restaurant to boot, La Colombe is a posh spot and beloved historic landmark that Montrose holds dear.
- The galleria district in uptown, is just a short 5 min drive away from Montrose, the gay district in Houston.
- The Aloft Houston is a charming 3 star option with a great outdoor pool.
Here are the hotels we recommend that have good reviews and keep you close to all the action
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Gay Map of CITY
Houston’s gay community is located largely in the Montrose area. Here you’ll find many shopping, dining and cruising opportunities. The Galleria on the West Side, minutes from Montrose, is a great one-stop shopping destination, with 375 stores, restaurants, and entertainment.
4216 Washington Ave, Houston, TX 77007, United States
Pearl Bar Houston is a lesbian/LGBTQ+ bar in Houston, Texas. The bar was founded in 2013 by Julie Mabry, a local entrepreneur who recognized the need for a safe and welcoming space that catered to Houston lesbians and the queer community.
Since its opening, Pearl Bar has become a staple of the Houston lesbian scene, hosting various events such as karaoke nights, drag shows, and fundraisers for LGBTQ+ causes. The bar is known for its friendly atmosphere, excellent drinks, and spacious patio area.
806 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
Located one block from The Galleria shopping area, JW Marriot Houston features a large outdoor pool area and 2 restaurants. It offers modern accommodation with free WiFi.
The rooms at JW Marriott are contemporary decorated and have a separate living area with flat-screen TV. Amenities include a tea/coffee maker, ironing facilities and a refrigerator.
701 Texas Avenue, Downtown Houston, Houston, TX 77002, United States
Located in the lively Theatre District of Houston, Texas, this boutique hotel is listed as a Texas Historical Landmark and a Historic Hotel of America. The hotel features free WiFi and an intimate dining experience
1700 Smith St, Houston
Located in the heart of , 1.1 km from the , this hotel features 3 on-site restaurants, a 24-hour fitness centre and a rooftop pool with sun deck. NRG Stadium is 8.5 km from The Whitehall Houston.
Free high-speed WiFi internet access, a coffee maker and a work desk are provided in each room at the hotel. Cable TV is also included. A hairdryer is offered in the private bathroom.
915 W Dallas St, Houston, TX 77019
Featuring free WiFi, Best Western Plus Downtown Inn & Suites is situated in Houston, 1.1 km from Theatre District Houston. George R. Brown Convention Center is less than 2 km from the property, while NRG Stadium is within 8.6 km.
Wortham Center is 1.1 km from Best Western Plus Downtown Inn & Suites, while Alley Theater is 1.2 km away. The nearest airport is William P. Hobby Airport, 16 km from the property.
Oak Ct, Houston, TX 77006
Midtown Apts with Wifi by Frontdesk has well-equipped accommodation featuring free WiFi in Houston Each unit features a kitchen, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a hairdryer.
777 Dunlavy St, Houston, TX 77019
The apartment has 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, a microwave, a washing machine, a fridge and an oven. A private pool
412 Drew St, Houston, TX 77006
This air-conditioned apartment includes 2 bedrooms, a living room and a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area, and 1 bathroom with a shower and a washing machine.
2300 Stanford St, Houston, TX 77006
The apartment is equipped with 2 bedrooms, a living room with a TV and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, a microwave, a washing machine. Free WiFi
2409 Grant Street, Houston
Hamburger Mary's serves up the best in drag entertainment, delicious food, and gloriously yummy drinks!
2320 Crocker St, Houston, TX 77006, United States
Montrose’s newest gay hot spot always busy
114 Main St, Houston, Texas,
Houston's inimitable 80s video GAY dance lounge 3 bars, large covered patio, strong drinks, & badass staff.
2409 Grant St suite d, Houston, TX 77006, United States
Houston's LGBTQ+ Nightclub Experience Vibrant blend of events, modern design elevating gay bar scene.
202 Tuam St, Houston, TX 77006, United States
ReBar evolved into Rich's gay bar Houston, a vibe restaurant, lounge & boutique day / night life experience.
2409 Grant St STE A, Houston, TX 77006, United States
Modern gay bar w/ events as diverse as Houston featuring karaoke, DJ's & more
3000 Caroline Street, Houston,
Established in 2006. Named among the best gay wine bars in the U.S. by Food & Wine Magazine
1419 Richmond Avenue Houston
Laid back LGBT Bar in Montrose with great bartenders, award winning drag shows, and featuring the ONLY PIANO BAR in Montrose.
6680 Southwest Freeway Houston
Houston's original LGBT Latino club with Djs and Drag queens
2312 Crocker Street, Houston
Fun atmosphere, friendly bartenders, great value, local hangout gay dive bar
817 Fairview St, Houston, TX 77006, United States
Small gay hangout with various events, including drag shows & karaoke
710 Pacific Street, Houston,
Energetic club hosting nightly dance parties in a 2-story venue with patios & a balcony. Hot young boys
611 Hyde Park Boulevard Houston
The official Houston Eagle, also home of the Billboard remix team DIRTY DISCO. The definitive home to the man's man - leather, bear, jock or muscle, you'll find them here!
617 Fairview Street, Houston,
Welcome to George, your country gay sports bar located in the Montrose area of Houston, TX. Great Atmosphere! Well managed with friendly bartenders!
817 West Dallas Street Houston
Tony’s! Great gay bar to hang out and have a drink Houston's favorite amateur male strip contest, drag show, and bar!
715 Fairview Street Houston
RIPCORD is the longest running gay bar in Houston, Texas. Since 1980, and is respected as an iconic staple in the Montrose community, hosting a wide range of events. A popular spot for various groups in the gay community, including Bears, Cubs, Daddy, Chaser, Twink, Leather, and Masculine Men. with the largest patio in the Montrose and is a great place to enjoy a beer or drink on a nice Houston evening.
808 Pacific Street, Houston,
JR's is the oldest and BEST gay bar in Houston. We are home to award winning bartenders, beautiful male dancers and of course the BEST entertainment 7 days/365 days a year. Come by and have a drink, a laugh or just a chill moment on our New Orleans Style Courtyard & Patio.
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JW Marriott
5 Star, Luxury
- 5 Star – In-Room iPad Docking for Convenience
- Close to the gay district
- Desk, flat-screen TV
- Luxurious downtown accommodation, steps from theaters, with in-room iPads.
The Lancaster Hotel
4 Star, Readers Choice
- 4 Star – Historic Boutique in Theatre District
- Close to the gay district
- Free WiFi, intimate dining experience
- A historic hotel in Houston’s Theatre District, offering free WiFi.
The Whitehall
4 Star – Perfect Location
- 4 Star – Rooftop Pool, Equipped Fitness Centre
- A short walk to the gay bars
- Restaurants, fitness centre, pool
- Heart of downtown, features a rooftop pool, fitness center, & on-site dining for an urban retreat.
Best Western
3 Star – Great Amenities
- 3 Star – Offering Pool with a lovely Sun Deck
- A short walk to the gay bars
- On-site restaurants, fitness centre
- Located downtown near Toyota Center, offers rooftop pool with sun deck, fitness center, and dining.
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