Ava GabouryIn the dazzling world of drag shows in Vancouver, performers are stealing the spotlight like never before. But drag isn’t just about lip-syncing and strutting!
It’s a fierce celebration of defying gender norms through electrifying performances. The term “drag” is a cheeky nod to theater, where male actors would glam up as female characters.
It’s all about the hustle, the glam, and of course, the drama. Now let’s go on to where we can find the best drag shows worth watching!
- Drag Bingos at Bricklayer Brewing
- LEGENDS Cabaret at The Junction
- Drag Bingo at Sidekick Brewing, Chilliwack
- Pantry Drag Show at Fable Diner
- Severe Mondays at The Junction
- Drag Bingo at the Cleveland Tavern
- Bingo for Life at the Junction
- There’s Nothing Hotta Than Dinner with Carlotta at the Bonta
- Drag Me To Hell at The Junction
- ENBY 6 at The Junction
- The Queer Cabaret at Bimini’s Pub & Lounge
- Drag Gaymes Night at Bean Around The World
- Intimate Drag Nights at Mary’s on Davie
- What The Frock Productions at Various Venues
Drag Bingos at Bricklayer Brewing
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Website: https://www.bricklayerbrewing.com/
Location: 46126 Yale Rd #101, Chilliwack, BC V2P 2P1, Canada
Contact number: 604-991-2337
Hours:
- Sunday: 3 PM – 5 PM
Once a month, like clockwork, Bricklayer Brewing in Downtown Chilliwack gets a fierce makeover, trading its laid-back vibe for some seriously glammed-up action.
And let us tell you, darling, on the third Sunday of every month, it’s all about Drag Bingo with the fabulous Hailey Adler from 3 to 5 in the afternoon!
So grab your sequins and your lucky charms, and prepare to slay the bingo game like the fabulous diva you are!
| Pro Tip: It’s not just about winning big (although that’s always a plus) but it’s also about supporting a great cause. All proceeds go straight to the Chilliwack Pride Society. |
LEGENDS Cabaret at The Junction
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Website: https://www.junctionpub.com/
Location: 1138 Davie St, Vancouver, BC V6E 4L7, Canada
Contact number: 1138 Davie St, Vancouver, BC V6E 4L7, Canada
Hours:
- Sunday: 7 PM – 9 PM
The Junction is where the party never stops and the sass is served up with a side of casual pub fare. It’s got DJs spinning beats, trivia nights that’ll have you questioning everything, and drag shows that are more fabulous than your wildest dreams.
Every Sunday evening from 7 to 9, prepare to be dazzled by the one and only Celebrity Impersonator Jaylene Tyme and a rotating cast of special guests!
| Pro Tip: Let’s talk about those cocktails: they’re so good that they’ll have you sashaying back for more Margaritas at $16. Plus, with outdoor seating to soak up the sass and the fun, what more could you ask for? |
Drag Bingo at Sidekick Brewing, Chilliwack
Website: https://www.sidekickbrewing.com/
Location: 45530 Vedder Mountain Rd Unit 106. Chilliwack, BC
Contact number:
Hours:
- Sunday: 4 PM – 6 PM
At Sidekick Brewing, the classic vibes get a monthly makeover, and honey, it’s for a cause worth raising a glass to! Every Third Sunday of the month, from 4-6 pm, it’s drag show extravaganza time at Sidekick Brewing.
Nestled on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Coast Salish People, including the Stó:lō Nation, this pub is where the party’s at, whether you’re a casual customer or a diva performer!
| Pro Tip: The drag shows aren’t just about fabulous performances! They’re also fundraisers for the Chilliwack Pride Society. |
Pantry Drag Show at Fable Diner
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Website: https://fablediner.com/
Location: 151 E Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5T 1W1, Canada
Contact number: 604-563-3463
Hours:
- Sunday: 6 PM – 9 PM
Fable Diner serves up mouthwatering meals and cocktails that’ll make your taste buds sing. It’s all about high-quality, locally sourced ingredients without the hefty price tag.
Fable is all about that modern, chic vibe, offering everything from breakfast to dinner with a contemporary twist. But wait!
You just might find the fabulous makeover of the week because, at Fable, there’s a new drag king/thing show every Sunday night. It’s a show you want to catch!
| Pro Tip: For just $17 a seat (plus fees), you can go all out in an evening of glitter, glamour, and all-around fabulousness from 6 to 9. |
Severe Mondays at The Junction
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Website: https://www.junctionpub.com/
Location: 1138 Davie St, Vancouver, BC V6E 4L7, Canada
Contact number: 1138 Davie St, Vancouver, BC V6E 4L7, Canada
Hours:
- Monday: 7 PM – 9 PM
You’re about to have your socks knocked off because guess what? Fable Diner is serving up more than just delicious eats.
It’s time for Sever Mondays, hosted by the fabulous Jerriana with some extra special guests! It’s a comedy drag show extravaganza that’s guaranteed to have you rolling on the floor laughing.
It’s going to be silly and ridiculous, and definitely expect a hefty dose of hilarity and stupidity.
| Pro Tip: Mark your calendars for every 3rd Monday of the month and pony up a $10 cover for the time (and laughs) of your life. |
Drag Bingo at the Cleveland Tavern
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Website: https://www.clevelandgroup.ca/venues/the-cleveland-tavern
Location: 38005 Cleveland Ave, Squamish, BC V8B 0C3
Hours:
- Monday: 8 PM – 10 PM
Forget what you thought about country vibes not meshing with drag because honey, you couldn’t be more wrong. It’s because it’s Drag Bingo every Monday night in Squamish!
Sativa the Diva and the Cleveland Tavern are serving up all the Big Drag Bingo Energy you could ever dream of! With a whopping $100 grand prize up for grabs every week, it’s time to grab your glam squad and get in on the action.
| Pro Tip: Just $10 per card set with 7 chances to slay the game. |
Bingo for Life at the Junction
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Website: https://www.junctionpub.com/
Location: 1138 Davie St, Vancouver, BC V6E 4L7, Canada
Contact number: 1138 Davie St, Vancouver, BC V6E 4L7, Canada
Hours:
- Tuesday: 7 PM – 9 PM
In a stroke of pure brilliance, The Junction has once again raised the bar! Bingo for Life is the weekly extravaganza that’s hotter than a jalapeño on a summer day.
Hosted by the one and only Kamelle Toe, this fundraiser for the Friends for Life Society is your ticket to a good time. Every Tuesday from 7 pm to 9 pm, the glitterati of Vancouver gather for a night of bingo madness.
Previous venues have included XY, Celebrities, The Fountainhead, Oasis, Score, The Majestic, and The Royal. Talk about hitting all the hot shots!
| Pro Tip: Not only is Bingo for Life a fabulous way to shake off the midweek blues, but it’s also a chance to support the wellness programs at the house. |
There’s Nothing Hotta Than Dinner with Carlotta at the Bonta
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Website: https://bontaitalian.ca/
Location: 1047 Davie St, Vancouver, BC V6E 1M5, Canada
Contact number: 604-687-0055
Hours:
- Tuesday: 7 PM – 9 PM
Bonta thought they were already spicy, but guess what? They just turned up the heat even more!
They’ve come up with “There’s Nothing Hotta Than Dinner with Carlotta,” starring the one and only legend, Carlotta. It’s a night of fabulous drag and enough costume changes to make even Cher jealous.
| Pro Tip: Before the show, get some of their creamy carbonara pasta. It’s the perfect setting for the coming hilarity! |
Drag Me To Hell at The Junction
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Website: https://www.junctionpub.com/
Location: 1138 Davie St, Vancouver, BC V6E 4L7, Canada
Contact number: 1138 Davie St, Vancouver, BC V6E 4L7, Canada
Hours:
- Wednesday: 11:30 PM – 1:30 AM
We’re all waiting for the witching hour kickoff and so should you. It’s the ultimate transformation from Simperella to Splendora!
At The Junction, there’s always a riveting lineup of guests and spotlights straight from Vancouver’s premier drag scene. Once you’ve exorcised those laughs, you’ll be strutting like you own the underworld.
No fear of hell here with Miss Understood as your host!
| Pro Tip: Watch out for other queens, such as Lola and Rogue! |
ENBY 6 at The Junction
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Website: https://www.junctionpub.com/
Location: 1138 Davie St, Vancouver, BC V6E 4L7, Canada
Contact number: 1138 Davie St, Vancouver, BC V6E 4L7, Canada
Hours:
- Thrusday: 11:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Are you all set for sass, sparkle, and more giggles than you can handle? Here’s the ultimate musical lineup: Amy Grindhouse, Bongganisa, Kara Juku, Mx. Bukuru, and PM are about to transport you to a whole new dimension of fabulousness.
They’re also throwing in a rotating 6th host each month, because why settle for ordinary when you can shine like a supernova with Vancouver’s finest?
| Pro Tip: No pre-sales, honey, so make like a drag queen and arrive early to snag your spot for $15. It’s time to strut your stuff, let loose, and party like there’s no tomorrow! |
The Queer Cabaret at Bimini’s Pub & Lounge
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Website: https://biminispub.ca/
Location: 2010 W 4th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6J 1M9, Canada
Contact number: 604-564-7714
Hours:
- Thursday: 7:30 PM – 9 PM
The Queer Cabaret struts its stuff every third Tuesday. Hosted at the fabulous Bimini’s Pub & Lounge on the unceded territories of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, this monthly comedy/variety show is where the magic happens.
As 7 rolls around, the doors swing open, and the fun begins at 7:30 sharp, lasting a solid 90 minutes.
You can expect a smorgasbord of entertainment, from burlesque and drag to puppetry and music served up with a side of laughs from both local and touring comics.
| Pro Tip: This event is all about celebrating queer/lesbian-identifying women and non-gender-conforming folks, but everyone’s welcome to join the party. |
Drag Gaymes Night at Bean Around The World
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Website: https://batwcoffee.com/
Location: 175 W Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V6B 1G8, Canada
Contact number: 604-681-0035
Hours:
- Thursday: 10 PM – 12 PM
We love to sashay down to Bean Around The World because Mina Mercury and Gloria Hole, the dynamic drag duo, are joining forces every first Thursday of the month!
We’re talking two hours of scandalous gaymes, fierce drag performances, and a whole lot of fabulousness!
And don’t worry, honey, they’ve got you covered with both boozy and booze-free beverages to keep the party going.
| Pro Tip: Need an extra pep in your step? Just grab one of their canned coffees and strut your stuff all night long! |
Intimate Drag Nights at Mary’s on Davie
Website: https://marysondavie.com/
Location: 1202 Davie St, Vancouver, BC V6E 1N3, Canada
Contact number: 604-687-1293
Hours:
Friday to Saturday: 7 PM – PM, 10:30 PM – 12:30 PM
Canada’s sassiest hotspot, Mary’s on Davie, isn’t just any old restaurant. It’s a legendary institution that’s been slaying the game for 45 fabulous years!
And guess what? They’re turning up the heat by going back to their roots and throwing the most fabulous events with North America’s fiercest Drag Stars!
Every seat is like a front-row ticket to the sassiest show in town. Trust us, darlings, you won’t want to miss out on the glitz, glamour, and endless entertainment.
It’s time to grab your squad and get ready to werk it like the VIP you are!
| Pro Tip: Time to mark your calendars because every Friday and Saturday night, they’re serving up two sittings of pure fabulousness at 7 and 10:30. |
What The Frock Productions at Various Venues
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Website: https://whatthefrockproductions.com/
Hours:
- Varies according to show and venues
What The Frock Productions is a fabulous parade of sass and wit, sprinkled with a generous dose of British humor. We’re talking events so entertaining, they’ll make your grandma blush in the best way possible.
From charity fundraisers to family-friendly drag extravaganzas, they’ve got it all. Just imagine speed dating with a side of fierce drag, followed by a round of bingo that’ll have you clutching your pearls.
Oh, and did we mention the karaoke showdowns and trivia nights? You’ll catch them strutting their stuff on Commercial Drive, North Vancouver, or downtown.
That’s because wherever there’s a party, they’re there, serving up sassier-than-thou events hotter than a fresh batch of reads and gossip.
| Pro Tip: Some events are free to enter, while others start at a steal of $11.98! |
