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Mary's Poppin

Google (428) 4.1
Tripadvisor (12) 4.5
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Visitors often praise Mary's Poppin for its fun and lively atmosphere with entertaining shows, and some staff are highlighted for exceptional service. However, common complaints include a high entry fee that isn't always advertised, inconsistent door policies that some perceive as discriminatory, and issues with security staff and cleanliness.

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5 Synagogue Pl, Adelaide SA 5000
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Website
www.maryspoppin.com

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About this place Mary's Poppin

Mary's Poppin is Adelaide's dedicated queer nightclub, tucked down Synagogue Place in the city's East End. Queer-owned and operated since April 2016, it took over the mantle of the much-loved Mars Bar as the city's go-to LGBTQIA+ venue after that institution closed. Spread across multiple rooms, it programs drag shows, DJs and themed party nights on Friday and Saturday evenings, and hosts the annual 'Poppin Out' street party during Pride season. The crowd is a mixed, friendly cross-section of Adelaide's queer community and visitors, and the club is widely named as the one standing gay bar in a city where much of the scene now runs through recurring queer nights at mixed venues. Check the venue's website and socials for current opening hours and event listings before heading out.

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Gay LGBTQ+ owned Safe space Drag scene Dance Live music After hours (after 4am)

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428 reviews

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Ziggy Munday
Ziggy Munday Jun 2026
★★★★★

nice bois here

Mark Lewis
Mark Lewis Jun 2026
★★★★★

Enjoyable night out,lots of fun.

Nadja Bilbija
Nadja Bilbija May 2026
★★★★★
Matt White
Matt White May 2026
★★★★★

Never felt comfy.... Must not be the right kind a gay!

mattrobx
mattrobx May 2026
★★★★★

$25 entry fee. Are you kidding me 🤷🏼‍♂️ We would have spent easily $80-100 each in there. Clearly the door queen didn’t want any over 50’s in the venue. No where online do they advertise the entry price. So door queen decides who pays what. It’s a real shame as this is the only place for LGBT people to get together to feel safe in Adelaide. We travelled a long while to get to the city, only to be made to feel unwelcome at the ONLY gay bar in Adelaide. The “put your arms up, empty your pockets, keys vapes, phones out”, "We have to do this to make you safe” from security. We were made to feel very unsafe and very unwelcome. We are the people you should be welcoming and making feel safe. Shame on you. Your staff and business model needs changing.

Atmosphere Event
Atmosphere Event May 2026
★★★★★

If your wanting a fun night out with your crew Marys is a must visit

micah taylor
micah taylor May 2026
★★★★★

Amazing club with an incredible atmosphere, all the staff make you feel like family impeccable service!

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