The word is out...

Already home to a strong LGBT population, gay and lesbian travelers are learning that Cleveland is a hidden gem. Our vibrant and diverse city is chock-full of world-renowned arts & culture, hot nightlife, chic dining options, upscale shopping, pro sports and scenic recreation waiting to be discovered. Plus you'll find the trendy and unique neighborhoods of Lakewood, Ohio City, Tremont, Coventry and the Detroit Shoreway serve as areas for gay nightlife and culture.

The word is getting out and Cleveland welcomes you with great pride. We've got it all together now there's one thing left to do--just add you. 

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Photo courtesy of ©Brynna Fish  +Entertainment Want to see or be seen? It's your choice. You can enjoy a quiet evening at the orchestra or an action-packed night at the clubs.  +more	+Shopping From haute couture to retro home décor, our galleries, boutiques and major department stores keep you shopping. +more
+Accommodations A luxury hotel in Cleveland or a locally-owned B&B, these accommodations invite you to stay the night. +more	Photo courtesy of ©Brynna Fish  +Visitor Information There's more to planning the perfect trip than finding the right hotel and buying some tickets to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame + Museum. We've started a list of services, agencies and others. +more
For sports + recreation, transportation, event or attraction options, search the LGBT resources.

Featured Events

Cleveland Leather Awareness Weekend(CLAW)
April 24-27, 2008
Wyndham Hotel at Playhouse Square

Cleveland LGBT Pride Parade & Festival
June 21, 2008
Downtown Cleveland & Voinovich Park 

More Cleveland events

The MetroHealth Pride Clinic at Thomas F. McCafferty Health Center is the first clinic of its kind in Ohio, a facility devoted to serving the unique health needs of the LGBT community.

If you or your partner is in need of medical attention while visiting Cleveland, know that you have patient rights. For more information contact the Cleveland Clinic.

For other services and resources, contact the Cleveland Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Community Center.

The latest news on Cleveland's LGBT community can be found in the Gay People's Chronicle.