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UNIVERSAL club is a gay and queer space that features a high-tech lighting & sound system, large dance floor to kick up those heels and international DJs.

Sydney,
New South Wales, Australia

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In a burst of vibrant colors and glittering dreams, Universal Hotels set their sights on a remarkable venture in 2018. They embarked on a mission to create a haven where hearts could dance freely, unbound by the shackles of prejudice. And so, with a dash of audacity and a sprinkle of love, UNIVERSAL Sydney emerged, breathing life into the ever-joyful Sydney queer and gay scene.

The bar is located downstairs serving fabulous cocktails and drag performer performances will blow you away here! Ascend to the upstairs level, where a state-of-the-art Superclub awaits, poised to immerse you in a symphony of music, lights, and sheer exhilaration. Lose yourself in a whirlwind of beats, as the pulsating energy electrifies the air. It's a playground for souls, where laughter intertwines with infectious rhythms, and liberation embraces your every step.

But the fun doesn't stop there, for on the ground level lies a fabulous Drag Bar, a temple of fabulousness that defies the limits of imagination. Here, dazzling queens, adorned in sequins and feathers, take the stage, transcending mere performance and crafting artistry in motion. Their charisma, wit, and magnetic presence enchant the room, leaving no heart untouched and no smile unprovoked. Nearby spots to UNIVERSAL - The Colombian Hotel, Palms on Oxford, Stonewall Hotel, The Oxford, and ARQ. Close to the gay saunas, Sydney Sauna and TRADE.

So, whether you're a dazzling diva, a passionate party-goer, or simply seeking a respite from a world that often fails to see the beauty in differences, UNIVERSAL Sydney invites you to join its joyous embrace. Here, they celebrate love in all its glorious forms.

Step through the doors of UNIVERSAL Sydney and allow yourself to be swept away into a realm where acceptance reigns supreme and the vibrant hues of diversity paint the sky. It's a cosmic extravaganza, where gay, straight, and everything in between merge into a celestial dance of celebration. Crowd is gay men and usually a mixture of the LGBTQ+ community, 20s to 40s. Late-night weekend dance parties, themed events, and Aussie fun awaits you at UNIVERSAL in Sydney.

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85-91 Oxford Street Darlinghurst
Sydney, New South Wales, 2010
Australia

info@universal.sydney

Local number
2 8080 7065
Dialing from abroad
+61 2 8080 7065


Crowd

  • 18+
  • Asexual
  • Bisexual
  • Drag
  • Gay
  • Hetero-friendly
  • Intersex
  • Lesbian
  • Queer
  • Transgender

Music

  • Dance
  • EDM
  • Electropop
  • Hip Hop
  • House
  • Pop
  • R&B
  • Top 40

Dates & Hours

Sunday
July 26
5 pm - 4 am
Today
Monday
July 27
5 pm - 12 am
 
Tuesday
July 28
5 pm - 12 am
 
Wednesday
July 29
5 pm - 2 am
 
Thursday
July 30
5 pm - 2 am
 
Friday
July 31
5 pm - 5 am
 
Saturday
August 01
5 pm - 5 am
 

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