Helpline run by women for all members of the LGBTQ community. Phone line open Monday and Thursday 6:30-9pm.
Category: Dublin
Gay Switchboard
Telephone support service for LGBT people, families and friends. Run by trained and friendly volunteers. Phone line open Monday-Friday 6:30-9pm, Saturday 2-6pm, Sunday 4-6pm. Drop in service on Saturdays. Online messaging service available on their website.
Gay Men’s Health Service
General health clinic for gay men, specialising in STI and HIV testing and other health services specific to male sexuality. Monday 2-4pm STI and HIV testing clinic for those with no symptoms who would like a check-up. Tuesday and Wednesday from 4:30pm STI testing clinic for those with symptoms or concerns. All are first come first served so the earlier you get there the better. All services, testing and treatments are free. They also have free condoms and lube.
KnowNow
Rapid HIV testing done by finger-prick and with results on the spot. Run in community spaces by volunteers, fully respecting privacy and confidentiality and free of judgement.
HIV Ireland
HIV Ireland – free HIV and STI testing on second and fourth Wednesday of each month, from 1pm. Free treatment if needed.
Street 66
Casual relaxed bar. Used to be a dedicated LGBT bar but was bought and changed, but still mostly LGBT people there.
The George
Dublin’s oldest gay bar/club, and a true institution. Different events on different nights of the week, from drag shows to bingo to cheesy pop club nights. Free condoms and lube.
Pantibar
Relaxed gay bar, great for sitting and chatting, music isn’t too loud and no TVs. Free condoms and lube, and great staff. Home to Panti Bliss, Ireland’s oldest and most famous drag queen.
Address: 7-8 Capel Street, Dublin | Phone: 1 01 874 0710 | pantibarshane@gmail.com | Facebook: www.facebook.com/panti | Website: www.pantibar.com/
Out and About – LGBTQ hiking group
Mostly visiting the Wicklow Mountains but travelling to other parts of Ireland in the summer time. 10am meeting each Sunday to share lifts to the hike starting point. Membership is €25 for the year.
Address: Gates of National Concert Hall, Earlsfort Terrace, Dublin 2
Website: www.gay-hiking.org | Email: info@gay-hiking.org | Facebook: www.facebook.com/OutAndAboutHiking
Emerald Warriors Rugby Club
Men’s rugby club for both LGBTQ and straight players of all experience levels. Trainings Mondays and Wednesdays at 7pm.
Saint Mary’s RFC, Templeville Road, Dublin 6W