About The Wickham
- Bar/
Cafe - Dancing, Outdoor seating, Drag Shows
The Wickham in Brisbane's Fortitude Valley stands as one of the city's most iconic LGBTQIA+ venues, blending a welcoming pub vibe with high-energy nightlife. This bar-café haven features a revamped, weather-proof beer garden perfect for daytime hangs, serving woodfired pizzas, pub classics, and a solid range of vegetarian and vegan options. Its 'open doors, open arms' policy ensures everyone feels at home, from families to pups, with wheelchair access available.
Come evening, the energy ramps up with DJ nights, drag shows, burlesque, live music, and specials like trivia or karaoke. Spaces like the Peacock Room offer cozy vintage charm with local LGBTQIA+ art, while the Garland Room pulses as the go-to club spot. Catch vibrant murals, creative cocktails, and a dog-friendly menu amid the buzz. Whether chilling with beers by day or dancing till late, The Wickham delivers inclusive fun, historic charm, and quintessential Brisbane queer spirit.
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Opening Hours
- Monday
- 10:00 – 00:00
- Tuesday
- 10:00 – 00:00
- Wednesday
- 10:00 – 02:00
- Thursday
- 10:00 – 02:00
- Friday
- 10:00 – 03:00
- Saturday
- 10:00 – 03:00
- Sunday · today
- 10:00 – 02:00
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