Fabulous! Drag Queen Events in Los Angeles
The popularity of Emmy-winning Rupaul’s Drag Race has brought the art of drag to the masses. Lucky for us, Los Angeles boasts some of the most sensational, celebrated performers in the business, including Mama Ru herself. You can find weekly showcases with immaculate lip-syncing and dead-on celebrity impersonations, punk rock dance parties - even bingo, books and brunch, drag in L.A. does it all.
Legendary Bingo
If nightclubs aren't your jam, Hamburger Mary’s weekly Legendary Bingo is a fun evening with friends for dinner and cocktails. Hosted by a rotating cast of drag queens and surprise celebrity ball-callers, you never know who’s going to show up, but you’ll never be disappointed. Your $20 suggested donation benefits a different local charity every game, and gets you nine rounds of bingo and a bonus round with chances to win some FABULOUS prizes. There's also an auction during intermission.
Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Pro Tip: Reservations highly suggested! Reserve your table through Hamburger Mary’s Yelp page.
EXPOSURE - The Offbeat
One of the most exciting, unpredictable nights of drag in L.A., EXPOSURE presents themed shows at The Offbeat, featuring an expansive lineup of new and veteran performers. It's a fun, chill space with shockingly inexpensive drinks, and the taco truck parked outside is always a welcome find. Mondays at 8:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. $5 cover, 21+.
Pro Tip: Plan to carpool with a designated driver, or share a Lyft with friends, as parking can be challenging around York Boulevard.
Brunch Service - The Abbey
From its humble beginnings as a simple coffee shop, everyone is welcome at The Abbey, now known as the “Best Gay Bar in the World,” subsequently earning the L.A. icon its own reality show. Why not celebrate with a Drag Brunch? Hosted by a rotating cast of drag queens, Brunch Service starts every Saturday at noon and includes an amazing cast that performs throughout the beautiful venue. The menu is chock full of traditional brunch offerings and salads, boasting a bar selection that includes a tasty Bloody Mary. Hit the gym later and stay for dessert, the pies are not to be missed.
Planet Queer - Akbar
Though it's not a drag event per se, Planet Queer hosts its queer experimental cabaret at Akbar on the 3rd Monday of the month. LGBTQ+ new performance works include music, film, drag, performance art, vaudeville, burlesque, and more. $5 cover.
Hamburger Mary's
This bar and grille chain gives you plenty of opportunities to grub with your favorite queen. Enjoy drag brunch on Saturdays and Sundays with bottomless mimosas, belt out your favorite diva anthem on karaoke Tuesdays at 9 p.m., or head over to their website to reserve their drag shows on Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings. You’ll pay a $6 show fee applied to your check.
Served! Brunch at Redline
Join host Opulent Rox and MC Militia Scunt every Sunday for Served! and enjoy a rotating cast of LA's varied queer performers. Reservations for up to 8 people can be made on their Eventbrite page (parties greater than 8 must email redlinedtla@gmail.com and put BRUNCH RESERVATION as the subject). Seating begins at noon and the show starts at 1:00 p.m.. $5 show fee due at check-out.
Drag Kween Karaoke - The North End
Hosted by Flamingo Puree, Drag Kween Karaoke takes place at 9pm on Tuesdays at The North End in Hollywood. 21+, no cover and there's a late night Happy Hour from 10pm to midnight!