Open 8pm - 2am
365 Days a Year!
21 and Over Only
Valid ID REQUIRED for Entry
TONIGHT at the Zone Thursday, November 21st
Doors Open at: 8pm
No Cover!
Happy Hour: 8pm - 10pm
$1 Off All Bottles Beer & $2 Well Drinks
Upcoming Events
Boozegiving
Wednesday, Nov 27
Doors Open at 8pm
No Cover
Join us for a pre-Thanksgiving celebration at the Zone! Come party with your chosen family and enjoy a night of fun and drinks. Brittany and Tony will be behind the bar to serve you up your favorites. Doors open at 8 PM. No cover charge. 21+ with valid ID.
We'll also be open our normal hours on Thursday (Thanksgiving) from 8 PM to 2 AM.
21+ with valid state-issued ID
A Brunch of Drag: Picante
Sunday, Dec 15
Doors Open at 11am / Show at Noon
Tickets: $20
Get ready for a fiesta of feathers and flavor at The Zone!
Join host Alysin Wonderland and DJ Tony G for our next **A Brunch of Drag: Picante** event on Sunday, December, 15.
Sabor the sizzling performances of:
- Alejandra J-Love
- Sirena Fox
- Miss Erie 2024, Katrina Twerk Island
Tickets:$20 (Includes show and food. Drinks are NOT included.)
Mimosas and our signature Bloody Marys will be flowing!
Doors open: 11am
Showtime: Noon
The Zone is CASH ONLY so make sure to grab some before heading in! (We do have an ATM on site in case you forget)
Sponsored by Snowbelt Enterprises and Central Outreach Wellness.
Get Your Tickets Now!Non-Smoking Event - 21+ with valid state-issued ID
Congratulations to Katrina Twerk Island
Miss Erie 2024
Congratulations to Katrina Twerk Island on being crowned Miss Erie 2024! We are thrilled to welcome you to the Miss Erie family. Your win at the Zone Dance club, sponsored by the Great Erie Alliance for Equality, is a testament to your talent, grace, and dedication. We look forward to supporting you as you represent our community in the year ahead.
Erie's Zone Dance Club: A Milestone - 25 Years of Queer Community
Erie's Zone Dance Club, a symbol of queer community and celebration, proudly marks its 25th year. This venue's enduring journey began in November 1998 as new owner Bob Regan transformed the Embers into The Zone, which continued to serve Erie's LGBTQ+ community. After six years of resounding success, The Zone moved to its present location at 133 West 18th Street, formerly "The Village," another cherished gay bar. The club is a constant presence, open 365 days a year, with only brief interruptions during COVID-19 and the unforgettable 2017 Snowmageddon snowstorm.
Beyond a mere bar, The Zone offers a welcoming haven for Queer individuals. With its diverse clientele, vibrant drag shows, spacious dance floor, and weekly events, it's a home away from home. The staff's remarkable bond has created a heartfelt, if occasionally 'dysfunctional,' community, and many patrons are integral to it.
The Zone's impact extends through its collaborations with Erie LGBTQ+ organizations like Compton's Table, and Greater Erie Alliance for Equality (GEAE), and NWPA Pride Alliance, establishing itself as a vital social hub that fortifies and unites the local queer community.
Special events adorn their calendar, including the annual Pink Party, celebrating its 18th year in 2023, the glamorous Miss Erie drag pageant, and weekly shows headlined by beloved local talent. Their grandest celebrations take center stage during Pride, Halloween, and New Year's festivities. Through their journey, they've navigated obstacles, faced the loss of friends and family, and confronted hatred and abuse, emerging as a steadfast and unyielding community.
Looking ahead, The Zone is committed to ongoing improvements in their establishment and aesthetics, creating an even more welcoming and inclusive space for the LGBTQ+ community. Visit The Zone Dance Club at 113 West 18th Street, Erie, PA, or stay updated through their website, thezonedanceclub.com, and Facebook page, fb.com/thezonedanceclub. Cheers to 25 years of love, acceptance, and fabulous fun at The Zone!