Name: The Imperial Erskineville
Address: 35 Erskineville Rd, Erskineville NSW 2043, Australia
Telephone: (02) 8080 7060
Rating: 4.2

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A celebration event featuring Slayyyter’s Australian tour at The Imperial Erskineville.

WOR$T GIRL IN THE INNER WE$T

The event is the tour launch party for WOR$T GIRL IN THE INNER WE$T, taking place at The Imperial Erskineville in Erskineville, NSW, Australia. It features performances by ETCETERA ETCETERA, LONDON BRIIDGE, and SOUR, with music by DIVA CUPS, KOBRA, and CITRUS B2B DIONYSUS. The event includes bar performances, DJ sets, costume recreations, drag queens, and surprises, celebrating Slayyyter's world tour for her album 'WOR$T GIRL IN AMERICA'. The party runs from 10:00 PM on August 8th to 4:00 AM on August 9th, 2026.

Weekly trivia hosted by Fran Giapanni & Carmen Geddit, every Wednesday at 7pm.

Trivia Night

Underground club events at The Imperial Erskineville, details vary.

Basement Parties

Weekly drag bingo hosted by Charlamaine every Thursday at 7pm, with Ruby's Rumble on the last Thursday of each month.

Drag Bingo Night

Weekly art show featuring the Total Glamour trio every Friday at 8pm, 9pm, and 10pm.

Painted, Hung & On Display

Friday and Saturday nights from 9pm with drag shows and DJs.

Late Night Disco

Friday night party with $10 Fireball shots and Hard Fizz, starting at 4pm.

WTF! Fridays

Learn to line dance every Friday in The Basement.

Cowboy C*untry Classes

Join the award-nominated Priscilla-themed drag brunch at The Imperial Erskineville every Saturday from 1pm. Enjoy a lively afternoon with disco hits, iconic moments, a delicious brunch menu, and optional bottomless drink packages available for two hours. Bookings are recommended, and groups of 8 or more require a set menu. The event features drag performances, food, and drinks in a vibrant atmosphere.

PRISCILLA DRAG BRUNCH

Weekly drag bingo hosted by Charlamaine at The Imperial Erskineville.

Charlamaine

Friday night party with $10 Fireball shots and Hard Fizz, kicking off the weekend with a bang.

Art show featuring the Total Glamour trio, every Friday at 8pm, 9pm, and 10pm.

Friday and Saturday night drag shows and DJs starting from 9pm.

Cowboy Country Classes

Learn to line dance every Friday in The Basement at The Imperial Erskineville.

Cowboy Country Line Dancing

Bottomless brunch every Saturday from 1pm to 3pm.

Priscilla Drag Brunch

Saturday night drag show, every Saturday at 8pm, 9pm, and 10pm.

The Priscilla Experience

Underground club parties at The Imperial Erskineville's basement venue.

Weekly trivia hosted by Fran Giapanni & Carmen Geddit every Wednesday at 7pm.

Fran Giapanni & Carmen Geddit

Friday night art show featuring the award-winning Total Glamour trio at 8, 9, and 10pm.

Friday and Saturday nights featuring drag shows and DJs from 9pm onwards.

Friday night party with $10 Fireball shots and Hard Fizz, starting the weekend with a bang.

Saturday night show at 8, 9, and 10pm featuring the revamped Priscilla experience.

The Imperial Erskineville is praised for its vibrant atmosphere, delicious pizzas, and excellent cocktails, making it a popular spot for gatherings and events like trivia nights. However, some reviews express disappointment regarding service and management, particularly during drag shows, where seating arrangements and staff behavior fell short of expectations. Overall, while many enjoy the venue's offerings, there are notable concerns about consistency in service and event execution.

Sydney’s gay community is centered around Oxford Street in Darlinghurst, with a lively mix of bars, clubs, and venues that cater to LGBTQ+ people. The city is internationally known for the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras, one of the largest pride festivals in the world.

The Imperial Erskineville

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Upcoming events

October 2026

Basement Parties

Trivia Night

Drag Bingo Night

WTF! Fridays

Cowboy C*untry Classes

Painted, Hung & On Display

Late Night Disco

PRISCILLA DRAG BRUNCH

Drag Bingo Night

Cowboy Country Classes

Cowboy Country Line Dancing

WTF! Fridays

Painted, Hung & On Display

Late Night Disco

Basement Parties

Priscilla Drag Brunch

The Priscilla Experience

Trivia Night

Drag Bingo Night

WTF! Fridays

Painted, Hung & On Display

Late Night Disco

The Priscilla Experience

Past events (last 90 days)

August 2026

WOR$T GIRL IN THE INNER WE$T

WOR$T GIRL IN THE INNER WE$T

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