Bogotá is more than a diverse and inclusive city. It is recognized in Latin America for its lively nightlife geared towards the LGBTIQ+ community. It is estimated that there are more than one hundred establishments in the city, including bars, clubs, and discos with different atmospheres. Although most of these places are located in the Diverse District, in the Chapinero neighborhood, they can also be found in other sectors of the capital..
If you're in Bogota and looking to have a great night out, check out this guide to guaranteed fun spots.
El perro y la calandria
This bar, located in the heart of Chapinero, is an ideal place to start the night. It is a classic spot among the Lgbtiq+ community, known for the music that animates the place: classics by Juan Gabriel, Rocio Durcal, Yuri, Daniela Romo, Pandora, and other exponents of the so-called "música de plancha," which attendees sing at the top of their lungs. As the hours go by, ballads from the 70s and 80s are mixed with classics from tropical orchestras. The karaoke nights and the drag performers' presentations are renowned.
Address: Carrera 9a # 59- 22, Chapinero.
Leos Bar Mística
Another place we recommend is Leos Bar Mística: a club with different atmospheres, where you will have a very entertaining night. On its dance floor, you can dance to different musical rhythms (reggaeton, electronic music, tropical) and attend the colorful presentations of drag girls. For lovers of rancheras and the so-called "música de plancha," there's a cantina (bar), and on the third floor, there's another lively bar.
Address: Calle 59 # 9-36, Chapinero
Theatron
After many years as a traditional theater in the Chapinero neighborhood, it transformed into Theatron, the largest nightclub in Bogotá and an iconic establishment for nightlife and the LGBTIQ+ community in Latin America. The club boasts 19 themed environments spread across more than 7,500 square meters. Visitors can enjoy different music styles in various spaces such as dance hall & afro, reggaeton, pop, urban, salsa, merengue, and two bars featuring popular and vallenato music. Additionally, there are dance floors, bars, terraces, a restaurant, a food court, and rest areas. The club is renowned for its top-notch shows, which take place in the main hall.
Address: Calle 58 #10-32, Chapinero.
IG: theatronbogota
Chiquita Bar
This emblematic bar was born in 2017 in Medellin and, in 2003, opened its doors in Bogotá. Based on a colorful kitsch concept, the idea was born as a platform for drag queens to top-notch shows. In the headquarters of the Colombian capital, you can not only appreciate these shows but also lively nights with electronic music, reggaeton, and pop—an ideal place to enjoy a good cocktail and have a lively party with friends.
Address: Carrera 12a # 79-25, Chapinero.
El Búnker
El Búnker, located in Chapinero, offers four lively environments for its visitors. These include a crossover terrace for dancing to the rhythm of merengue, salsa, vallenato, and tropical music. There's also a cantina where popular music hits are played, an urban room for dancing to the rhythm of dancehall and reggaeton, and a tribal room where electronic music beats resound to the rhythm of renowned DJs.
Address: Carrera 9a # 60 - 25.
IG: @elbunkerclub
The following guide will help you to enjoy an entertaining night out, from bars to nightclubs with different atmospheres.
