Name: Alley Cat
Address: 17 Snow St, Providence, RI 02903, USA
Telephone: (401) 272-6369
Rating: 4.6

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Martini Mondays with Martin is back! Come out to Alleycat for Country Night. Doors open at 6 PM. No cover charge. 18+ with valid ID.

Martini Mondays with Martin - Country Night

A social party at Alleycat featuring country music and drinks.

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A trivia night focused on legendary rivalries and iconic showdowns.

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Wristband pickup for the Official Pride 2026 Block Party at Alleycat Bar.

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Martin

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An event at Alley Cat in Providence where attendees spend Tuesday with Erin O and Jose, playing games and enjoying a rotating menu of drink specials. The event occurs every Tuesday from 7 PM to 1 AM, with activities and drink specials tailored for a fun night out.

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Game night with Erin O and Jose featuring games and drink specials at Alley Cat.

Free to play Pictionary hosted by Nadia Nice at Alley Cat.

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Trivia night with the theme Summer Blockbuster Movies, hosted by Gigi Von Shee. Bartenders Cathy O. & Adam will be serving drinks.

Weekly themed trivia hosted by Gigi von Shee at Alley Cat.

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Martini Mondays - Leather Night

A party night featuring leather-themed drinks and socializing at Alleycat.

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Alley Cat is a well-received gay bar known for its welcoming atmosphere and excellent service. Many patrons appreciate the friendly bartenders and the vibrant music, especially during events like drag shows and trivia nights. However, some reviews mention a mixed crowd, with a few feeling that certain patrons can be pretentious. Overall, it offers a fun experience with good drinks and food.

Providence's LGBTQ+ community is centered in College Hill and the West Side, with a vibrant queer arts and culture scene. Popular venues include The Dark Lady, EGO, and The Stable. Providence Pride is a major celebration, and the city hosts various queer events and cultural festivals. Providence's artistic community and university population create a unique queer culture that values creativity and intellectual engagement.

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May 2026

Shee Knows It All Trivia: Game of Thrones Edition

June 2026

Martini Mondays with Martin - Country Night

SHEE Knows It All Trivia - Madonna Night

Sip, Slay, Play

SHEE Knows It All Trivia: HEATED RIVALRY

Sip, Slay, Play

Official Pride 2026 Block Party Wristband Pickup

Official Pride 2026 Block Party Wristband Pickup

Official Pride 2026 Block Party Wristband Pickup

Heels & Hangovers

Martini Mondays with Martin

Sip, Play, Slay!

July 2026

Sheer Knowledge Trivia

Shee Knows It All Trivia: Real American History

Martini Mondays Country Night

Sip, Slay, Play

Naughty Pictionary with Nadia Nice

SHEE Knows It All Trivia - Glee Theme

Shee Knows It All Trivia: Summer Blockbuster Movies

Sip, Slay, Play

Pictionary with Nadia Nice!

Shee Knows It All Trivia: Summer Blockbuster Movies

Shee Knows It All Trivia

Martini Mondays - Leather Night

Naughty Pictionary with Nadia Nice

Shee Knows It All Trivia: High School Musical Edition

August 2026

Shee Knows It All Trivia

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