LaCage NiteClub

Gay club · Milwaukee Walker’s Point

LaCage is a two-level club in Walker’s Point, opened in March 1984 as La Cage Aux Folles. It’s one of the longest-running gay clubs in the USA.

• Drag shows
• 4 bars

Address

801 S 2nd St
53204 Milwaukee

Opening hours

Mon–Thu 4 pm–2 am
Fri and Sat 4 pm–2:30 am
Sun 11 am–2 am

Crowd

Mixed, mostly men, 21+

Programme

Drag in the upstairs show lounge, party series like Cocky!, Tucked & Loaded and Non-Pop!

Location

Corner of South 2nd Street, Walker’s Point

What makes LaCage NiteClub special

The club in the 1887 Bahr Building holds 772 people and has four bars, several dance floors and the Jackie Roberts Commemorative Show Lounge upstairs. During the AIDS crisis it was an important meeting place. Since 2022 it has been owned by long-time guest David Wolz. According to guests, the drag shows usually end around 11 pm, followed by dancing.

Shows

The drag shows run in the upstairs show lounge, where seats can be reserved. There are also party series with changing musical focuses.

Contact

Editorially researched, as of October 2026. Sources: Out x Out (2026), own website (opening hours, reservations). Opening hours, prices and programme may change, please check before visiting.