Event Dates
From: Friday, June 23, 2023
To: Sunday, June 25, 2023
Ripcord, the neighborhood Leather Bar in Houston’s Fairview Street presents the annual Not your family friendly Pride Block Party celebration
Ripcord, the neighborhood Leather Bar in Houston’s Fairview Street, presents the annual “Not your family friendly Pride celebration”, an open air block party with great music and a fun atmosphere.
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The Block Party
- Friday June 23rd to Sunday 25th June, 2023 – The annual Houston pride celebrations in Montrose, Houston, are celebrated each year at Ripcord with local vendors, local musicians and local performers taking centre stage over a 3 day event.
- The party kicks off every day from 4pm and continues late into the night until 2am. Entry is for over 21’s only. No cover.
Ripcord Houston
- Ripcord is the oldest leather bar in Texas. Since 1982, the bar has become an iconic staple in the Montrose community, hosting a wide range of events. Ripcord is a popular spot for various groups in the gay community, including Bears, Cubs, Daddy, Chaser, Twink, Leather, and Masculine Men. With its large patio, Ripcord is a great place to enjoy a beer or a cocktail on a nice Houston evening.
Gay Montrose, Where to stay?
For those seeking a Houstonian adventure with a little more sparkle than most, Montrose provides plenty of exceptional options.
- La Colombe D’Or on Montrose Blvd is now a swanky boutique hotel. With its own art gallery and a renowned restaurant to boot, La Colombe is a posh spot and beloved historic landmark that Montrose holds dear.
- The galleria district in uptown, is just a short 5 min drive away from Montrose, the gay district in Houston.
- The Aloft Houston is a charming 3 star option with a great outdoor pool.
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Description of City
Houston’s gay community is located largely in the Montrose area. Here you’ll find many shopping, dining and cruising opportunities. The Galleria on the West Side, minutes from Montrose, is a great one-stop shopping destination, with 375 stores, restaurants, and entertainment.
The gay scene
Houston is a welcoming place where it’s virtually impossible to remain a stranger for long. The small-town feeling contrasts with this big city’s soaring skyline, world-class arts, and cuisine that’s as sophisticated and varied as you’ll find anywhere. The bar scene is varied too, from clubs catering to cowboys, leather guys, bears, and Latinos, to upscale lounges in the style of New York or LA, plus retro-music and alternative/arts venues.
Getting around
A car is a must for getting around Houston’s sprawl. But if driving, observe the posted speed limits. Police here are vigilant. Metro has a fleet of buses and a rail network of three lines, red, green and purple, with 44 stations for getting around the city.
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