Brooklyn’s biggest queer venue
3 Dollar Bill is a queer-owned and -operated nightclub, bar and performance venue in East Williamsburg — billed as the largest queer space in Brooklyn. It’s built for joy: a huge dance area, serious sound and lights, a full bar, and a private outdoor back area, hosting drag, DJ nights, live performance and Pride-season blowouts.
It’s a club and event space rather than a happy-hour bar, so there’s no standing early-evening drink deal — come for the programming, the dance floor and the backyard. Tickets and start times depend on the event.
What to Expect
Here’s the lay of the land at 3 Dollar Bill:
- A huge dance floor — big-room sound and lights built for late nights
- Drag & performance — a steady calendar of drag, cabaret and live shows
- Private backyard — a large outdoor back area with seating, a warm-weather draw
- Event-driven — most nights are ticketed or have a door cover; check the calendar
No happy-hour deal here — this one’s about the nightlife.
The Programming
3 Dollar Bill’s calendar runs from DJ dance parties to drag and live performance, with major takeovers during Pride. It’s a community space first — inclusive, celebratory, and loud — and the bookings are the reason to come.
The Space
Beyond the main room and bar, there’s a large private outdoor back area with seating that opens up in warm weather. The venue also runs an adjoining space (9 Bob Note) for smaller events. It’s a flexible, purpose-built nightlife complex rather than a neighborhood bar.”
The Location
3 Dollar Bill sits at 260 Meserole Street in East Williamsburg, near the Bushwick border — a short walk from the L at Montrose Avenue and the G at Broadway. It’s an industrial-edge block that comes alive at night.
Who 3 Dollar Bill Is For
| Occasion | Why It Works |
|---|---|
| A queer night out | Brooklyn’s largest queer club, with a big dance floor and full programming |
| Drag & performance | A steady calendar of drag, cabaret and live shows |
| Backyard in summer | A large private outdoor area with seating |
| Not a happy-hour stop | No early drink deal — come late, for the event |
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3 Dollar Bill FAQ
Does 3 Dollar Bill have a happy hour?
No — 3 Dollar Bill is a queer nightclub and performance venue, not a happy-hour bar. It doesn’t run a standing early-evening drink deal; programming is event-driven.
Where is 3 Dollar Bill?
260 Meserole Street in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn, near the Bushwick border — a short walk from the L at Montrose Av and the G at Broadway.
What are the hours?
Event-driven — generally open evenings into the early hours (often until 4am), with hours and cover varying by event. Check the calendar.
Do I need tickets?
Many nights are ticketed or have a door cover. Check 3 Dollar Bill’s event calendar and buy ahead for bigger events.
3 Dollar Bill is a queer nightclub / performance venue with no standing happy hour; hours and cover are event-driven. Address and contact are from the venue’s official site. Details last checked June 2026 — check the venue’s event calendar before visiting.