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Updated April 5, 2025

Open every week on Wednesday

The Bank Hotel remains especially popular among the queer community thanks to Birdcage, one of Sydney’s favorite queer and lesbian nights!

Sydney,
New South Wales, Australia

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Welcome to Birdcage at the Bank, Sydney's vibrant and exuberant haven for all things fabulous and queer! Found at The Bank Hotel, this lively event is Newtown's one and only weekly lesbian and queer extravaganza, guaranteed to leave you with unforgettable memories and a smile that stretches from ear to ear!

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Step into a world of dazzling diversity and expression as Birdcage brings together an electric atmosphere of love, inclusivity, and sheer fun. The party is hosted by the ever-charismatic Birdcage residents, MOWGLI MAY and YVNCWEED, whose energy is infectious and ensures the dance floor stays alive and kicking all night long.

But that's not all - prepare to be wowed as the night unfolds with iconic drag show spectacles that will leave you spellbound! Each Wednesday, starting at 9 p.m., the stage is set for a spectacle of creativity and talent, featuring some of the most fabulous drag performers strutting their stuff and taking the art of drag to soaring heights.

As a true institution of expression, Birdcage has been spreading its wings since 2012, and it has only grown in popularity and significance within the Lesbian, Queer, and GNC communities. With unwavering support for homegrown queer performers and artists, every week is a celebration of authenticity, individuality, and unapologetic self-expression.

Are you ready to dive into the world of Birdcage? There's no need to break the bank to join the party because Birdcage believes in spreading the love without any cover charge or entry fee. Yes, you heard it right - NO COVER / FREE ENTRY!

So, whether you're a seasoned party-goer or a first-time adventurer seeking a mid-week night out, Birdcage at the Bank promises an unparalleled experience filled with music, dance, drag, and a community that embraces you just as you are.

Don't miss out on the fuss and frenzy that unfolds every Wednesday at Birdcage. Mark your calendar, grab your friends, and get ready to dance, laugh, and celebrate life in all its dazzling colors. See you at the Bank Hotel in Sydney, where the magic of Birdcage awaits!

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324 King Street
Sydney, New South Wales, 2042
Australia

jacquic@snatchandgrab.com.au

Local number
2 8568 1900
Dialing from abroad
+61 2 8568 1900


Crowd

  • 18+
  • Bisexual
  • Gay
  • Intersex
  • Lesbian
  • Queer
  • Transgender

Music

  • EDM
  • Electropop
  • House
  • Live
  • Pop
  • Techno
  • Top 40

Dates & Hours

Open every week on Wednesday

Wednesday
July 29
8 pm - 2 am
 
Wednesday
August 5
8 pm - 2 am
 
Wednesday
August 12
8 pm - 2 am
 
Wednesday
August 19
8 pm - 2 am
 
Wednesday
August 26
8 pm - 2 am
 
Wednesday
September 2
8 pm - 2 am
 
Wednesday
September 9
8 pm - 2 am
 

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