| Charlie's Denver | |
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| The bar's exterior, 2025 | |
Interactive map of Charlie's Denver | |
| Restaurant information | |
| Location | Denver, Colorado, United States |
| Coordinates | 39°44′23″N104°58′34″W / 39.7398°N 104.9762°W |
Charlie's Denver is a gay bar in Denver, Colorado, United States. Established in 1981, [1] it has operated for more than 40 years. [2]
Charlie's has a country-western theme, with dancing and music. The bar also hosts drag shows. [3] The interior has a disco ball shaped like a cowboy boot. [4] Food options include falafel and gyros. [5]
Charlie's is the home venue for the Colorado Gay Rodeo Association. [6] [7] It offers dance lessons [8] and hosts an annual Thanksgiving celebration. [9] Charlie's also has open mic nights and other themed events. [10]
Charlies has been recognized multiple times by Westword 's annual 'Best of Denver' awards. It was named Best Gay Bar for Straight Men in 2003, Best Place to Role-Play Brokeback Mountain in 2006, Best Karaoke Night in 2007, Best Gay Bar in 2009 and 2018, Best Long-Running Drag Show in 2015, and Best Gay/LGBTQ Club in 2023. [4]