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FIVE Nightclub

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Visitors praise FIVE Nightclub for its fun atmosphere, friendly staff, and excellent drag shows, with many highlighting the welcoming environment. However, some patrons have experienced issues with bartenders seemingly prioritizing regulars over other customers, and one reviewer mentioned significant damage to vehicles in the parking lot.

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975 University Avenue, Madison
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About this place FIVE Nightclub

FIVE Nightclub is a gay bar and club located on University Avenue in Madison, offering a welcoming space for LGBTQ+ visitors and locals. The venue is recognized for its inclusive and friendly atmosphere, where guests consistently report feeling safe and comfortable. Staff members are known for being attentive and genuinely interested in ensuring patrons have a good experience, making it a particularly inviting choice for solo travelers or those new to the area. Madison's gay bar scene caters to diverse preferences, and this venue positions itself as a neighborhood spot with a focus on creating community rather than just serving drinks. You can expect a relaxed social environment where the emphasis is on hospitality and making everyone feel welcome. The bar draws both locals and visitors, creating a mix of familiar faces and new people to meet. Whether you're looking to spend an evening out, connect with the local LGBTQ+ community, or simply enjoy a night in a space where you can be yourself, this Madison establishment offers that kind of genuine welcome that makes travel feel less isolating. It's the kind of place where staff check in on you and the crowd reflects the values of inclusivity and care.

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Bee S.
Bee S. May 2026

Five night club has good prices, great atmosphere and an amazing owner!!

Brian Bakofen
Brian Bakofen May 2026

Saaaad gay bar - but at least somewhere to go!

Royal Scheider
Royal Scheider Apr 2026
Mr. Pressurize
Mr. Pressurize Apr 2026

Very kind drag queens and bartender

Priscila De Carvalho
Priscila De Carvalho Apr 2026
Sophie Peery
Sophie Peery Apr 2026

I love FIVE. Fun to be had literally every day of the week, the Sunday drag show is a real hit if you want to see some incredible artistry. My only complaint is the parking lot is cursed: I have had multiple friends get their vehicles damaged. The club did help with footage and the community is always kind and helpful, I just wish more people would heed Miss Kayos Lynn Mirage’s advice to take a safe way home so we can “hear from you, not about you”

Alfredo Perez-Avendano
Alfredo Perez-Avendano Apr 2026

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Last updated on 3 August 2026

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