3 Dollar Bill is the biggest dedicated queer club in Brooklyn, a warehouse on Meserole Street with a proper stage, a serious sound system and an outdoor patio you can actually breathe on. Hot Mess is its late-summer Friday dance party, running past the point most Manhattan rooms close. If you want a queer dance floor with room to move and somewhere to cool off, this is the venue.
What to expect
A large main dance floor with a stage for performance interludes, a second bar area, and an outdoor patio that acts as the room's release valve. Doors at 10pm with the floor filling after midnight. Expect drag and performance elements woven between DJ sets.
Good to know
- L to Montrose Av or Morgan Av, then a short walk to Meserole Street.
- The outdoor patio is the place to go when the main floor gets dense.
- 21 and over; bring government-issued photo ID.
- The room fills gradually, so arriving at doors means a quiet start.
- Queer-centred space with staff and security oriented to that crowd.
- Coat and bag storage is limited; travel light.
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Common questions
Is there an outdoor area?
Yes. 3 Dollar Bill has a large outdoor patio in addition to its main warehouse dance floor and stage.
What is the age policy?
Club nights at 3 Dollar Bill are 21 and over with photo ID checked at the door.
When does it get busy?
Doors open at 10pm but the main floor typically fills after midnight.
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