About Midway Cafe
- Bar/
Cafe - Drag Shows, Live music
Midway Cafe in Boston's Jamaica Plain stands as a legendary dive bar and live music spot with a laid-back, no-frills vibe. This cozy venue draws punks, indie rockers, locals, and the LGBTQ+ crowd for nightly entertainment in an inclusive atmosphere.
Standouts include Thursday's Queeraoke, a wildly popular gay karaoke night beloved by the lesbian community, often with lines out the door. The first-of-the-month vintage drag show delivers scandalous fun. Regular live bands, open mics, and burlesque keep the energy high. Drinks are straightforward with no food menu – it's all about the music, mingling, and good times.
Cash-only policy and $5-10 covers make it accessible. Nestled in JP's eclectic neighborhood amid Victorian homes, Midway offers authentic nightlife where community and creativity thrive.
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Opening Hours
- Monday
- 16:00 – 02:00
- Tuesday
- 19:00 – 02:00
- Wednesday
- 19:00 – 02:00
- Thursday · today
- 19:00 – 02:00
- Friday
- 19:00 – 02:00
- Saturday
- 15:00 – 02:00
- Sunday
- 15:00 – 02:00
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