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A night for homosexuals and those who love them! Closet Party Melbourne.
The Closet Party in Melbourne bills itself as “A night for homosexuals and those who love them” and takes place during big holiday weekends in the city.
- Visiting Melbourne? Stay close to the city’s top attractions at the Mövenpick Hotel Melbourne On Spencer, rated “Superb” by guests with a great indoor pool, spacious rooms and a fully equipped gym.
The Event
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- Closet hosts several parties throughout the year including Halloween, the NYE celebrations and in February during the Midsumma Festival.
- Enjoy world class DJs, amazing venues, spectacular decoration, live shows, drag queens, gogos and sexy people!
- The party takes over some of the city’s top venues.
- Parties typically take over New Guernica from 10 pm ’till late.
- Stay just a short ride from the club at Naughton’s Hotel, rated “Fabulous” by guests with spacious modern rooms, superb srvice and high end amenities.
The Venue
- New Guernica – Collingwood – Bustling, multiroom nightclub & bar with quirky decor, ticketed DJ sets & a party vibe.
Collingwood: Melbourne’s Vibrant Gay Heartbeat
- Set northeast of Melbourne’s bustling city centre, Collingwood is one of Melbourne’s top gay destinations.
- It is a place where street art meets vibrant gay nightlife, with something for everyone.
- Smith Street: This is the epicenter of Collingwood’s gay district. Dive bars, chic eateries, and queer nightclubs line this bustling street. Be sure to explore its side alleys for hidden gems!
Getting there from Melbourne City Centre:
- By Tram: One of the easiest ways is by tram. Hop onto Tram 86 from Bourke Street in the city centre and ride it till you reach the heart of Collingwood.
- By Train: The nearest train station is Collingwood Station on the Mernda and Hurstbridge lines. It’s just a short walk to the main streets from there.
- On Foot: If you’re feeling up for a bit of a walk, Collingwood is about a 30-minute stroll from Melbourne’s central business district (CBD).
Other Editions
- New year’s Day Edition at Howler Melbourne, about 10-minutes drive from Collingwood.
Howler
- Howler is a hybrid arts & entertainment hub: theatre, bar, garden, live music – Typically hosts the NYE editions.
- The theatre holds ~400 standing or ~200 seated, with strong sound, lighting & AV systems.
- Its garden / atrium bar space is lush, semi-industrial, glass-roofed, adaptable for DJ sets, intimate concerts, or mixed event layouts.
- The building was once a wool shed and has been reworked into an atmospheric warehouse-style venue, channeling raw textures and open volumes while keeping local, artsy charm.
- Located 7 minutes from Collingwood, under light traffic, fare may be in the AUD 15–19 range.
Recommended Hotels in Melbourne
The following hotels are close to all of Melbourne’s top attractions and a short ride to the city’s bustling gay nightlife:
Where to stay close to all the gay bars
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
The Crown Metropol Hotel in Southbank
is stylish and close to all the bars and club
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Melbourne’s gay bars & clubs are located in St Kilda and South Yarra south of the city or in Collingwood, Richmond and Fitzroy north of the city and one in Yarraville.
Address: Corner Exhibition St & Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Address: 8 Whiteman Street, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia
Address: 51 Little Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Address: 19 Little Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Address: Vault 13, 397 Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Address: 162 Wellington St, Collingwood VIC 3066, Australia
Address: Unit 1/255 Chapel St, Prahran VIC 3181, Australia
Address: 99 Smith St, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia
Address: 351 Wellington St, Collingwood VIC 3066, Australia
Address: 164 Church St, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia
Address: 230/232 Gertrude St, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia
Address: Level 1, 103-105 Smith St, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia
Address: 386 Chapel St, South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia
Address: Level 1, 86-88 Hopkins St, Footscray VIC 3011, Australia
Address: 2 Acland St, St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia
Address: 103-105 Smith St, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia
Address: 185 Smith St, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia
Address: 149 Gipps St, Abbotsford VIC 3067, Australia
Address: 46 Peel St, Collingwood VIC 3066, Australia
Address: 95–97 Smith St, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia
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