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De Waterkant — The Gay Quarter

The De Waterkant area around Somerset Road and the streets running off it is where most of Cape Town's gay venues concentrate. A 10-minute taxi ride from central Cape Town, and walkable once you're in the area.

• Crew Bar (De Waterkant) — the main gay social bar; lively atmosphere, outdoor area, themed events. Consistently busy on weekends and during Pride season. The rooftop offers city views.
• Zer021 (30 Chiappini Street, CBD) — chic bar in the CBD with good music and cocktails; slightly more upscale crowd.
• Beefcakes — known for drag shows and dining; the most theatrical option in Cape Town, where the entertainment is part of the point.
• The Piano Bar (De Waterkant) — live music and cocktails; more relaxed and conversation-oriented than the clubs.
• Bar Code — leather and fetish-leaning bar; different clientele from the mainstream venues.
• Café Manhattan — longstanding De Waterkant bar popular with a mixed crowd.

Major Events

• Cape Town Pride (February–March) — three weeks of events including the Dignity March along Somerset Road; the venue scene fills up considerably
• Mother City Queer Project (MCQP) — December; annual costume and dance party, one of the largest gay events in Africa
• Cape Town Pride Parade — the march itself typically ends in Green Point, with after-parties in De Waterkant