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Skapis Queer Bar (By Queers For Queers)

Google (292) 4.3

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Visitors praise Skapis as a welcoming and safe space with a good atmosphere and music, though some note slow bartenders and inconsistent opening hours. Recent changes have led to mixed reviews, with some feeling the venue has become less appealing to its original crowd.

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Address

Aristida Briāna iela 9a, Centra rajons, Rīga, LV-1001, Latvia

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26 154 545

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About this place Skapis Queer Bar (By Queers For Queers)

Skapis is Riga's main dedicated queer bar and cultural venue, on Aristīda Briāna iela 9a in the Centrs district. Occupying the space of the former legendary club Piens, it reopened and rebranded as "By Queers For Queers" in 2026 while keeping its role as the heart of the local LGBTQ+ scene. Expect drag shows, queer parties, karaoke and DJ nights of pop and electronic music, and a warm, inclusive crowd of locals and visitors. It also hosts community events and screenings for the 2ANNAS International Queer Film Festival.

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LGBTQ+ Karaoke Live music Party Club LGBTQ+ owned Safe space Community oriented Mixed LGBTQ+ Chill / Relaxed Dance Local favorite Pop DJ sets Themed parties Evening venue Late night (after midnight) Drag shows

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4.3

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292 reviews

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Katrīna Jun 2026

★★★★★

Some of the songs were repeated, you'll definitely want to come again. I thought there would be a closet in the closet and people would be spinning the bottle.