La Mutinerie, Gay and lesbian bar in the 3rd arrondissement, Paris, France
La Mutinerie is a gay and lesbian bar in the 3rd arrondissement of Paris, on Rue Saint-Martin, open to lesbian, gay, queer, trans, and non-binary people. The interior is decorated with posters and artwork from past events, and the space is divided into areas for drinking, socializing, and hosting performances or community gatherings.
La Mutinerie was created to fill a gap in Paris for a genuinely open gathering space, welcoming people regardless of background or identity. Since opening, it has grown into a recognized meeting point in the city's queer social life, run independently by a collective rather than a commercial owner.
La Mutinerie is run by a collective that makes decisions by vote, which gives the place a cooperative spirit that visitors can feel in how the staff and regulars interact. Regular events include drag shows, cabaret nights, DJ sets, writing workshops, and self-defense classes.
The bar opens daily from late afternoon, with earlier closing times on weekdays and later on weekends. Entry is free and you are not required to buy a drink, which makes it easy to stop in even just to see what is happening.
The name La Mutinerie means "mutiny" in French, a deliberate choice that reflects the rebellious spirit the founders wanted to embed in the place from the start. Outside opening hours, the space is also offered for free to groups whose values align with those of the collective.
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