Name: Charlie’s Phoenix
Address: 727 W Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85013, USA
Telephone: (602) 265-0224
Rating: 3.9

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An event series featuring 2-4-1 specials, with activities including a show by Piper M’Shay starting at 8:30 PM, tacos available from 7 PM to 2 AM, and additional events like drag performances. The event takes place at Charlie’s Phoenix, located at 727 W Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ, with the main event scheduled from 8:30 PM to 10:30 PM on March 19, 2026.

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A closing party event taking place at Charlie’s Phoenix, located at 727 W Camelback Road, Phoenix. The event is scheduled for March 22, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM.

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Join us at Charlie’s Phoenix from April 10 to April 13, 2026, for the Saguaro Cup Sports Festival celebration featuring parties, entertainment, and performances. Highlights include performances by J Tribe, The Janet Jackson Experience on Friday; Banda Sinaloense, Wet Jock Contest, and 512 The Selena Experience on Saturday; and Rihanna Replay on Sunday. The event offers a massive patio expansion, stage, and entertainment from Charlie’s Show Dancers, House Queens, and DJs. Attendees must be 21 or older. Tickets are non-refundable.

Charlie's Phoenix Saguaro Cup Festival

Join BSeen! Winners Lexxx A'Pro and Bianca McRealfish for a Sunday Brunch at Charlie's Phoenix on April 26, 2026, starting at 11:00 AM. Enjoy a lively event with flips, dips, death drops, and surprises. Attendees must be 21 or older. Tickets are available online, and all sales are final.

The BBL Show - Brunch with Bianca & Lexxx!

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Join the Saguaro Cup celebration with live entertainment, food vendors, photo booth, and more at Charlie’s Phoenix.

Saguaro Cup Party at Charlie’s Phoenix

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with specials, live entertainment, and themed activities including a no pants party and costume contest.

Cinco de Mayo Celebration at Charlie’s Phoenix

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Mother's Day Celebrations at Charlie’s

A celebration event at Charlie’s Phoenix on June 18, 2026, starting at 20:00, featuring a variety of activities including a Pride-themed Goth Prom benefiting Phoenix Pride. The event includes show tunes happy hour, a celebration of giving with donations from the Arizona Gay Rodeo Association, performances by drag artists and cast members, and a wet and wild Sinful Studs shower show. Additional attractions include a love connection game, line dancing lessons, and a rainbow-themed cocktail special. The event aims to promote LGBTQ+ pride and community engagement with entertainment, food, drinks, and interactive activities.

Charlie's Phoenix GOTH PROM benefiting Phoenix Pride

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Phoenix Pride Turnabout Show

A lively event at Charlie’s Phoenix where guests can enjoy a Turnabout Show as part of Phoenix Pride celebrations. The event features team performances with attendees encouraged to come dressed up. It takes place on June 20, 2026, starting at 20:30 at Charlie's Phoenix, located at 727 W Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85013.

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Charlie's Phoenix is generally appreciated for its fun atmosphere, especially its drag shows, line dancing, and welcoming environment. Guests enjoy the reasonable prices, good music, and engaging events, though there are occasional complaints about accessibility issues like lack of bike racks. Overall, it is seen as a lively spot for entertainment and socializing.

Phoenix’s queer community is growing rapidly, centered in Melrose District with a blend of clubs, bars, and arts venues. The city’s Pride festival and desert surroundings make it an emerging LGBTQ+ destination in the American Southwest.

Charlie’s Phoenix

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Events at Charlie’s Phoenix

Upcoming events

June 2026

Charlie's Phoenix GOTH PROM benefiting Phoenix Pride

Phoenix Pride Turnabout Show

Phoenix Pride Turnabout Show

Past events (last 90 days)

March 2026

2-4-1 Thursday

Boots & Babes

CLOSING PARTY - CHARLIE'S 1PM

Marla Hooch Chili Cook-Off

April 2026

Ben Beer Festival

ALPHA Arizona

Charlie's Phoenix Saguaro Cup Festival

The BBL Show - Brunch with Bianca & Lexxx!

Ryder's Roundup

Saguaro Cup Party at Charlie’s Phoenix

May 2026

Cinco de Mayo Celebration at Charlie’s Phoenix

Phoenix's Favorite Gay Bar!

Saturday Heatwave Line Dance Night

Mother's Day Celebrations at Charlie’s

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