Open 8pm - 2am
365 Days a Year!
21 and Over Only
Valid ID REQUIRED for Entry
TONIGHT at the Zone Thursday, March 28th
Doors Open at: 8pm
No Cover!
Thursday Flow
hosted by Ashen Grove with Snarebear and Buffy Lynn Hayes
Happy Hour: 8pm - 10pm
$1 Off All Bottles Beer & $2 Well Drinks
Upcoming Events
ECLIPSE - Glow 2024
Sunday, April 7 - Sunday, April 14
Doors Open at 8pm
ECLIPSE: Glow 2024 Event Week
Prepare for a week-long luminous extravaganza at The Zone, Erie's landmark queer bar. We're lighting up the night with ECLIPSE: Glow 2024, a series of glow-themed parties culminating in a total eclipse celebration.
Sunday - Pre-Eclipse Party
Start the week with our Pre-Eclipse Party. Get in the mood for the celestial event of the year with themed drinks and decor that'll make you shine.
Monday - Total Eclipse of the Zone Karaoke Party
As the moon obscures the sun, take the stage at our Karaoke Party. Belt out your favorite tunes under a sky of simulated stars.
Tuesday - Game Night
Join us for a playful night of games bathed in neon lights. Test your skills and luck in our glowing gaming paradise.
Thursday - FLOW: Tribal Glow Edition
Enter our Flow contest and sway to the rhythm of the night with our Tribal Glow Edition. It's all about movement, music, and magic.
Friday & Saturday - Tribal Lights Glow Dance Party
Dance the night away at our Tribal Lights Glow Dance Party. Our DJs will be spinning the best beats to keep you moving in an otherworldly setting.
Sunday - DIVAS: Special Edition - The Roast of DJ Tony G
Cap off the week with laughter and sass as we celebrate and lovingly roast our beloved DJ Tony G. Take a shot for your favorite shot and grab 30 seconds on the mic � let's make it a roast to remember!
Every corner of The Zone reflects a facet of the eclipse: from the sun temple's radiance to the moon witch's allure, and the jungle dance floor's electric pulse to the butterfly meadow's iridescent calm.
Erie's queer bar for over 25 years, The Zone invites you to embrace the glow. Experience the Eclipse Magic at "ECLIPSE: Glow 2024" � Where night becomes day, and the dance floor comes alive.
$5 Cover Friday & Saturday / 21+ with ID
A Brunch of Drag: Pride Edition
Sunday, June 9
Doors Open at 11am / Show at Noon
Tickets: $25
Get ready for Pride 2024 with a Bang!!
Join hosts Alysin Wonderland and DJ Tony G for the first of our 2024 Brunches - sponsored by Central Outreach Erie and Eire Food Co-Op!
Featuring Saint from Dragula: Season 3, Resurrection, and Season 4.
With performances by: Anhedonia Delight, Rebecca Mae, Shea D'Heaux, and Misty Michaels Kall
Tickets: $25 (+ service charge)
(Tickets include show and food. Drinks are NOT included.)
Mimosas will be back AAAAAAND we'll also be featuring Bloody Marys!
Doors open: 11am
Showtime: 12pm
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)
Get Your Tickets Now!Non-Smoking Event - 21+ with valid state-issued ID
Happy Birthday to Us!
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!
Congratulations Shea D'Heaux
Congratulations Shea D'Heaux
Miss Erie 2023
What a night to remember! The Miss Erie 2023 drag pageant was an absolute blast, brought to us by The Zone Dance Club, GEAE (Greater Erie Alliance for Equality), and NWPA Pride Alliance. Former Miss Erie, Misty Michaels Kall, hosted the show with flair, and we were treated to mind-blowing performances from Misty herself and other incredible former queens: Rebecca Mae, Indi Skies, Valerie Valentino, Danyel Vasquez, Buffy Lynn Hayes, and the fabulous Debbie, who passed on her crown as Miss Erie 2022.
The spotlight was on fire as this year's contenders – Snarebear, Alysin Wonderland, Cherry Falwell, Katrina Twerk Island, and the one and only Shea D'Heaux – lit up the stage with their unique talents. These queens truly brought their A-game and made the judges' job a tough one.
Hats off to The Zone staff for pulling off such an amazing event. And let's give a round of applause to the judges who had the challenging task of picking a winner from this pool of talent.
When the dust settled, Shea D'Heaux emerged as the new Miss Erie 2023, and the crowd went wild. It was a night of pure fun, creativity, and community love, showing Erie's LGBTQ+ spirit at its finest. Huge congrats to Shea D'Heaux and all the contestants for a night that'll be talked about for ages!