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DumBO

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Visitors praise DumBO for its beautiful, large, and flexible space, noting its interesting redevelopment of an old industrial area. However, some reviewers mention issues with the sound system or acoustics in certain pavilions.

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19 Via Camillo Casarini, Bologna

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About this place DumBO

DumBO (Distretto Urbano Multifunzionale di Bologna) is a large regeneration site in the former Ravone railway freight yard on Via Camillo Casarini, just west of Bologna's historic centre. It is not a bar and not a gay venue: the old warehouses host concerts, exhibitions, markets, festivals, sport and food stalls, and it is listed here as gay-friendly because LGBTQ+ parties and events are held there from time to time. What happens on a given night depends entirely on the programme, so check DumBO's social channels before heading over. It is a 10 to 15 minute walk from Porta San Felice or a short bus ride from the centre.

Features

Gay-friendly (straight venue) Lesbian / Women-focused Drag Queens Mixed LGBTQ+ Drag scene Young crowd (under 30) Underground DJ sets Dance club Outdoor terrace Seasonal (summer only) Gay-friendly (straight venue) Live music Drag shows

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4.2
★★★★☆
1,622 reviews

Based on 1,622 Google reviews.

Ugo Dadamo
Ugo Dadamo Jul 2026
★★★☆☆
Maria Viviani
Maria Viviani Jul 2026
★★★☆☆
Rafael Gortopan
Rafael Gortopan Jul 2026
★★★★★
Gianpaolo Esposito
Gianpaolo Esposito Jul 2026
★★★★★
Daniela Valente
Daniela Valente Jul 2026
★☆☆☆☆

The place is very beautiful, they organize events, but unfortunately I also interacted from another perspective. I responded to the call they made months ago to propose artistic activities and workshops. They contacted me, we met, I went on site, I wrote proposals. I dedicated time to them. And after several peaceful interactions, also clearly outlined regarding my availability, they disappeared. No one has heard from me again. Besides being unprofessional, not sending a reply, confirmation, or non-confirmation email, I find it disrespectful. I don't want to let it go by without saying anything. I also wrote to them first, always in a respectful tone. Nothing. It's not done. Even more so in these difficult times, at least treating each other with respect and care is a commitment we all deserve.

Veronica !
Veronica ! Jun 2026
★★★★☆

Excellent location

Fiorella Pelli
Fiorella Pelli Jun 2026
★★★★☆

very large and well-managed area, I went there on the occasion of the Bologna Tattoo show and last New Year's Eve for the party and I must say it is very flexible depending on the event organised

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Last updated on 15 October 2026

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