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Celebrate our 50th
Copenhagen and Denmark have a long history of existence forerunners for LGBTQIA+ rights. Denmark was in the first country in the world to enact registered partnerships, and the first-ever registered gay marriage was between Eigil and Axel Axgil, after having been a couple for 40 years. In , male lover marriage became legal and equivalent to heterosexual marriage as the 7th land worldwide to do so.
In , Denmark also removed Gender Disorder Identity (GID) from the list of mental illnesses and commended transgender people. It was the second country in the world to carry out so. Furthermore, Danish citizens can apply for their gender to be listed as “X” instead of male or female and have it displayed on legal documents, such as passports.
We don’t pretend to be perfect in Denmark and have achieved % equality for all, but we like to ponder that we are lovely far along and fasten to the goal, given our history of entity forerunners in many LGBTQIA+ rights.
Copenhagen is renowned for its open-minded and vibrant LGBTQ+ group, making it a welcoming haven for both locals and visitors alike. Denmark, as one of the most LGBTQ-friendly countries globally, sees Copenhagen at the heart of its inclusive culture. The city's relaxed and tolerant atmosphere allows everyone to touch comfortable and free to express their true selves. Throughout the year, Copenhagen hosts various events celebrating diversity, and the city's nightlife is a testament to its lively spirit, with numerous bars and nightclubs catering to the LGBTQ+ community.
If you want to acquire more about Copenhagen's LGBTQ+ community and visit many of the featured bars, don't miss our LGBTQ+ History in Copenhagen tour.
Here are the top 10 gay bars in Copenhagen, offering a mix of joy, music, and a welcoming environment for all:
1. G-A-Y Copenhagen
G-A-Y Copenhagen, established in , has fast become a staple in Copenhagen's Queer nightlife. Located in the heart of the city, this smoke-free bar is renowned for its vibrant drag shows and lively DJ
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Upcoming Events in Copenhagen
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Bøssehuset Sommerfest: big annual summer party at The Gay House (›Bøssehuset‹) in Copenhagen's ›FreeTown of Christiania‹. (You can take the bus to Bodenhoffs Plads, right where Mælkevejen crosses with Prinsessegade.) With performances, exist bands and DJs. Tickets: from 70 DKK From @ Bøssehuset (Refshalevej 2 / Mælkevejen 69 D)
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About Copenhagen and its gay life
Denmark has a population of million people, of whom million live in the capital Copenhagen (København) and about million in the Greater Copenhagen area. Copenhagen is considered to be one of the most livable cities in the earth – and therefore unfortunately also one of the most costly by now –, not least because of its numerous verdant areas, an unpolluted harbor, where you can even go for a swim, and the delightful architecture. Among the most intriguing sights in addition to Andersen's Little Mermaid are the Tivoli, one of the oldest still operating am