Steam Portland operates in direct alignment with our local queer-owned nightlife, alternative lodging, adult retailers, and community support networks. Support the independent operators keeping the local ecosystem active.
CC SLAUGHTERS
Portland's long-standing anchor for queer nightlife in Old Town. High-energy dance floors, resident DJ lineups, drag production showcases, and unified community events.
CAMP
Downtown Portland's newest gay bar, operating right on SW Harvey Milk Street. Designed as a modern, friendly neighborhood hub (the "Gay Cheers") built on historical gay district roots.
SILVERADO
The Pacific Northwest's longest-operating male strip club. Splits across two floors: a relaxed upstairs lounge with pool and karaoke, and an intense late-night basement dance-and-dancer zone.
EAGLE PORTLAND
Portland's premier bear and leather bar, and official home of the Oregon Bears. Low-key pool tables, covered smoking patio, strong drinks, and unpretentious neighborhood attitude.
DARCELLE XV SHOWPLACE
The legendary West Coast drag institution, historically led by Guinness World Record holder Darcelle XV. World-class cabaret performances, celebrity showcases, and drag brunch events.
STAG PDX
Centrally located queer lounge and multi-event space offering a sleek, low-lit environment, social mixing zones, and premium alternative entertainment pipelines.
ESCAPE BAR & GRILL
A welcoming neighborhood destination in the outer northeast sector. Offering casual dining, pool tables, patio access, and highly active local community events.
THE JUPITER HOTEL & NEXT
A mid-century modern, arts-centric hotel campus located directly on the inner Eastside near the venue. Hyper-supportive of the LGBTQ+ community and creative networks.
THE SOCIETY HOTEL
Located in a historic 19th-century building in Chinatown. A high-style boutique hotel offering private rooms alongside communal bunk spaces, a cozy cafe, and a rooftop lounge.
EASTSIDE LODGE
An affordable, highly accessible vintage-style neighborhood motel located directly in the heart of the inner Eastside, offering close physical proximity to Steam Portland.
ACE HOTEL PORTLAND
A high-design, industrial-minimalist lodging hub positioned in the downtown central track. Deep historical roots in accommodating alternative subcultures and global travelers.
FANTASY FOR ADULTS
Portland's premier multi-location adult retailer. Clean, professional spaces stocked with premium safe sex supplies, body safe hardware, novelty gear, and alternative lifestyle items.
THE MARIE EQUI CENTER
Vital Southeast Portland day center and service hub enriching the lives of trans, queer, intersex, and gender-diverse communities. Offers low-barrier case management, harm reduction, and peer support.
BASIC RIGHTS OREGON (BRO)
Oregon's primary LGBTQ+ civil rights advocacy and political policy network. Championing equal protections, education, and statewide legislative advocacy programs for over 30 years.
CASCADE AIDS PROJECT (CAP)
The region's primary non-profit provider of HIV prevention services, supportive housing, and medical advocacy. Organizes direct, low-barrier clinical care solutions across the grid.
PRISM HEALTH
A specialized clinic operated by Cascade AIDS Project, offering compassionate, LGBTQ+-focused primary care, gender-affirming healthcare, mental health services, and comprehensive HIV/STI wellness programs.
Q CENTER
The largest physical LGBTQ+ community center in the Pacific Northwest. Hosting peer support networks, senior programs, youth initiatives, and safe physical space resources.
OUTSIDE IN
A comprehensive health clinic and youth support matrix providing life-saving healthcare, mental health therapy, resource navigation, and specific wrap-around support for queer youth.
OUR HOUSE OF PORTLAND
Providing compassionate, 24-hour specialized residential care, clinical services, and independent housing support programs for low-income individuals living with HIV/AIDS.
ESTHER'S PANTRY
A program of CAP Northwest. Oregon’s first LGBTQ+ affirming, client-focused food bank allowing individuals living with HIV to select nutritional items and personal care goods with dignity.
PDX SISTERS OF PERPETUAL INDULGENCE
The Order of Benevolent Bliss. Modern order of diverse-gender queer nuns dedicated to community service, promoting human rights, health education, and raising vital funds for local grassroots charities.
OREGON LEATHER PRIDE
A registered non-profit organizing Oregon Leather Pride Week. Hosting dynamic kinky educational workshops, community potlucks, and selecting the local Oregon Leather titleholders.
PDX COLLAR GUARD
Portland's premier pup, pet, and handler community network. Fostering safe, educational spaces, hosting social mosh nights, and organizing 'Fetch & Frolic' and gear-focused meetups across local venues.