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Video Game Night!
Cody is behind the bar with an NES, SNES, & Playstation on deck! Weekly contest with prizes to the highest score. Open at 8:00 // 21+
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The bois are back for the third time to give you everything you didn't know you needed! We're bringing in some fan favorites from past shows and giving spots to first timers in what's sure to be the most energetic show to date. Bring some energy, some dollar bills and maybe even a hand towel because we can't promise things won't get a lil wet... 21+
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We’ve teamed up with professional makeup artist, Meredith Kelly (Founder of Smoke Show), to put together an all inclusive tutorial on mastering that everyday makeup look that lasts! **this is a private event for those who have purchased tickets only, the doors will be open to the public beginning at 9pm Tickets are $45 through the link provided and covers the following: - goodie bag of makeup to take home - makeup provided for the course per attendee - food…
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DJ Gay Agenda
Stop in for some dancing and world domination with DJ Gay Agenda at 10 // 21+
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Join the House of Vein in their monthly parade around the dark corners of society and taste featuring a Super Hero-esque theme by Ruby Liqueur, Pryzm, Veruca Assault, Lola Vondee and hosted by the queen of the landfill Derelict. Stick around for Luxe Posh in the DJ booth all night! 10:00 // 21+
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Q&L Sundays
Queer and Lesbian Sundays are here! Come play games, listen to great music and drink some scissor shots!!!
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Open Mic Night 18+
Open to all! Come experience a safe place to showcase your talent and/or get some practice performing in front of others. Performances are open to music, poetry, prose, comedy, spoken word, theatre, and movement that fit within the parameters of our available time and space. We will have 2 mics and a direct input available. To make sure everyone gets a chance to get on stage we ask that you perform for as close to 10-12 (or less) minutes as…
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Cody is behind the bar with an NES, SNES, & Playstation on deck! Weekly contest with prizes to the highest score. Open at 8:00 // 21+
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K-Pop Deluxe
✨K-Pop Deluxe is back for August with DJ Slime-A-Rita playing 4 hours all yr fave K-Pop bops! This will pop off right at 10, so don’t be late✨This event is 18+ so bring all yr friends! -- 18-20: $10 // 21+ FREE
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Stop in for some dancing and world domination with DJ Gay Agenda! 21+
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Come down to our patio bar, The Pink Wink, on August 3rd for our first (and hopefully not last) gender affirming clothing swap. All genders welcome! All bodies welcome! FREE
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DJ DNLTMS
Glitter // dark corners // dance party vibes all night starting at 10:00 // 21+
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Queer and Lesbian Sundays are here! Come play games, listen to great music and drink some scissor shots!!! 21+
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Queery-Oke
Karaoke for queer folks by queer folks! Let's do some sangin'! 9:00 // 21+
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Cody is behind the bar with an NES, SNES, & Playstation on deck! Weekly contest with prizes to the highest score. Open at 8:00 // 21+
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We recently procured a lil spinning wheel at the Sparkle Dungeon & it's making its debut on Wednesday, August 7th! Pay $5 to have a go at the wheel and it'll cover the cost of whatever you land on (could be something great, could be something gross idk). BE ADVENTUROUS kids.
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Amateur Drag Night
✨Amateur Drag is back for August with a new Drag host since our beloved Elle has passed her torch to do big things in the big apple ✨ come in and give us your best first impression of yr drag persona! **SIGN-UPS coordinated through Teejay Requirements: – you come ready to perform (in drag) – yr song must be on Spotify so that the bartender can queue it up for you – if you want to let yr friends know,…
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DJ Luxe Posh
Weekend turn-up vibes with yr fave Ruby babe DJ Luxe Posh! 21+
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The Body Party is a celebration of Black Femmes! Created for, by, and about Black Femmes. A celebration and revelation of Black and Brown Bodies in a world where we face constant discrimination. As we celebrate Femmes for all their hard work and dedication -- let's drink, dance, and provide safe space for our sisters. Hosted by Asia Webb. 10:00 -- 21+ // $5!
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DJ Jenilla Ice
Throwback jams & gems all dang night with yr boo Jenilla Ice -- music @ 11:00 after The Body Party -- 21+
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Queer and Lesbian Sundays are here! Come play games, listen to great music and drink some scissor shots!!! 21+
Find out moreOpen Mic Night 18+
Open to all! Come experience a safe place to showcase your talent and/or get some practice performing in front of others. Performances are open to music, poetry, prose, comedy, spoken word, theatre, and movement that fit within the parameters of our available time and space. We will have 2 mics and a direct input available. To make sure everyone gets a chance to get on stage we ask that you perform for as close to 10-12 (or less) minutes as…
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Super Puzzle Fighter 2 Turbo is like Tetris gone mad. Honestly, if you've played Candy Crush you'll probably get most of the rules. Specials on booze and free play after! FREE // 21+
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Leo Zodiac Party
LET'S GET ALL YOU DAMN LEOS IN A ROOM TOGETHER, THEY SAID... IT'LL BE FUN, THEY SAID... 21+ // 10:00
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Stop in for some dancing and world domination with DJ Gay Agenda! 21+
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Mixed Bag Drag is a show for all kinds of drag hosted by Pryzm! 21+ // $5
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DJ DNLTMS
Glitter // dark corners // dance party vibes all night starting at 11:00 after Mixed Bag // 21+
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It's that time of year where we celebrate our birthday the way nature intended -- aka with no pants! Come out and celebrate with us but leave your britches at home! Notable suggestions for non-pant things to wear could be: speedos, kilts, skirts, tires, hot shorts, leggings, onesies, tighty whiteys, overalls, leotards, fishnet stockings, diapers, tutus, chaps, rompers, inner tubes, those one piece costumes of hot dogs or pizza, ya dig? Whatever you decide to wear, make sure you're respectful…
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Karaoke for queer folks by queer folks! Let's do some sangin'! 9:00 // 21+
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Cody is behind the bar with an NES, SNES, & Playstation on deck! Weekly contest with prizes to the highest score. Open at 8:00 // 21+
Find out moreOPEN MIC NIGHT 18+
Open to all! Come experience a safe place to showcase your talent and/or get some practice performing in front of others. Performances are open to music, poetry, prose, comedy, spoken word, theatre, and movement that fit within the parameters of our available time and space. We will have 2 mics and a direct input available. To make sure everyone gets a chance to get on stage we ask that you perform for as close to 10-12 (or less) minutes as…
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Cody is behind the bar with an NES, SNES, & Playstation on deck! Weekly contest with prizes to the highest score. Open at 8:00 // 21+
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Workspace Wednesday
Do you have more work than you can handle but still wanna make it out for a drink with your friends? Find you a place where you can do both. We're officially making Workspace Wednesday a 'thing" here at Ruby! We're putting on low-key music and freely giving out the WiFi password so you can get shit done. Bring your laptops, sketchbooks, whatever! Welcome to the coolest, gayest co-working space you could ever imagine. 21+
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Jess is throwing a Spice Girls Costume party with all of your favorite 90's jamz with DJ Glen Koko in the DJ booth. Come dressed as your favorite spice girl and spice up your life! 9:00 // 21+ // FREE
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Karaoke for queer folks by queer folks! Let's do some sangin'! 9:00 // 21+
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Lizzo is back in Raleigh at Red Hat Friday 9/13 and we've got another unofficial after party for all yr dancing needs, baby. If you hit the last one you know it was crazy fun! Yr fave Luxe Posh will be back in the DJ booth after the show and you know it's gonna be a dayum party so come on out and fuck it up. 21+ NO MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED WITH PROOF OF LIZZO TICKET PURCHASE! If you didn't get…
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Karaoke for queer folks by queer folks! Let's do some sangin'! 9:00 // 21+
Find out moreQueery-oke
Karaoke for queer folks by queer folks! Let's do some sangin'! 9:00 // 21+
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