Paradise

Location Categories: Club NightlifeLocation Tags: Drag Mixed Pop & Charts

Gay club · Asbury Park Boardwalk (Empress Hotel)

Paradise is an LGBTQ nightclub in the Empress Hotel near the Asbury Park boardwalk, with drag shows and a pool. In summer the pool is open to guests 21+.

  • Pool
  • Drag shows
Address
101 Asbury Ave
07712 Asbury Park
Crowd
Mixed queer, 21+
Shows
Fridays ‘Vanity’s Affair’ with Miss Paradise 2026, show 11:30 pm, DJ 10 pm–2 am
Facilities
Dance floors, bar, pool (Memorial Day to Labor Day)
Location
Boardwalk, in the Empress Hotel

What makes Paradise special

Paradise combines a club, bar and pool deck. In summer the pool is a daytime meeting point, and in the evening there are drag shows and DJ sets. Cover and opening hours change on holidays and during events.

A good fit if you …

  • want to combine pool and party in summer
  • like drag shows

Not ideal if you …

  • are under 21
Our tip: Always bring ID, it’s required at the door.

Contact

Websiteparadisenj.comInstagram@paradisenjPhone+1 732 988 6663

Editorially researched, as of October 2026. Sources: own website (programme with Miss Paradise 2026), Out x Out (venue page 2026). Opening hours, prices and programme may change, please check before visiting.

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