Drag has long moved from underground ballrooms to the global mainstage – but some venues have taken it to dazzling, designer-clad extremes.
Whether nestled in five-star hotels or heritage theatres, these luxury drag experiences offer world-class performances in settings as glittering as the queens themselves. Here are five standout destinations where drag meets decadence.
1. Le Cabaret, Paris, France: Where Old-World Paris Meets Avant-Garde Glamour
Nestled in the heart of Montmartre, Madame Arthur is not just a cabaret – it’s a Parisian institution. Operating since the 1940s, this legendary drag venue combines haute couture with operatic flair.
Performers deliver French chansons, live music, and wildly artistic costumes worthy of the runway. Expect a rotating cast of drag royalty, plus themed nights where you’re just as likely to hear Edith Piaf as Lady Gaga. For those looking to sip vintage Champagne while watching high-concept, high-fashion drag, this is your spot.
Le Cabaret Madame Arthur
75bis Rue des Martyrs, 75018 Paris, France
Opening hours: Thursday – Saturday, 08:00 p.m. – 02:00 a.m.
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2. Kingdom Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan: Luxury, Leather and Lights in the Heart of Ni-chōme
Hidden in the vibrant Shinjuku Ni-chōme district, Kingdom Tokyo is one of the capital’s most exclusive drag destinations – and a sensory feast like no other. This sleek, multi-storey queer sanctuary is known for its lush interiors, designer lighting, and leather-clad hosts. Drag queens here don’t just perform – they reign. Expect high-energy numbers, fierce fashion, and interactive theatrics delivered with Japanese precision and global flair. With a VIP lounge, attentive bottle service, and curated cocktails, Kingdom redefines what a premium drag experience can be in Asia’s nightlife capital.
Kingdom Tokyo
2 Chome-18-1 Shinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0022, Japan
Opening hours: Monday – Saturday, 08:00 p.m. – 05:00 a.m.
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3. Club Cumming, NYC, USA: Broadway Meets Burlesque in the Most Intimate Drag Den
Founded by actor Alan Cumming, Club Cumming is a jewel box of queerness in the East Village – where glitter meets grit, and cabaret is king (and queen). This stylish speakeasy-esque venue offers nightly performances that span drag, live piano, burlesque and impromptu Broadway sing-alongs. The drag here is eclectic and electric, often featuring stars from RuPaul’s Drag Race, downtown legends and emerging queer voices. With mirrored walls, velvet banquettes and a bar that knows its negronis, Club Cumming serves New York nightlife with a distinctly upscale twist.
Club Cumming
505 E 6th St, New York, NY 10009, USA
Opening hours: Daily, 06:00 p.m. – 02:00 a.m.
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4. Lío Ibiza, Ibiza, Spain: Decadent Dining with a Drag Diva Twist
Set against the sparkling Marina Botafoch waterfront, Lío Ibiza is where haute cuisine meets high-camp cabaret. This Michelin-recommended restaurant transforms into a sultry, surreal drag and burlesque show by night, with queens, aerialists and singers performing between courses of Mediterranean fine dining. Its celebrity clientele and exclusive ambience make it one of the island’s most glamorous tickets. Come for the lobster tartare, stay for the voguing on velvet.
Lío Ibiza
Passeig Joan Carles I, 1, 07800 Ibiza, Illes Balears, Spain
Opening hours: Tuesday – Sunday, 08:00 p.m. – 03:00 a.m. (Seasonal: May to October)
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5. Moulin Rouge, Paris, France: Where Drag Pays Homage to the Belle Époque
Though known globally for its can-can dancers, Moulin Rouge has recently embraced the art of drag in select curated performances and gala nights. Set beneath the iconic red windmill, this historic cabaret offers a sumptuous fusion of feathers, rhinestones, and LGBTQ+ celebration. With decadent décor and Champagne served by candlelight, the venue occasionally hosts drag-led shows and queer-friendly revues in honour of Paris’s evolving nightlife scene — an opulent nod to past and present.
Moulin Rouge
82 Boulevard de Clichy, 75018 Paris, France
Opening hours: Daily, 07:00 p.m. – 01:00 a.m.
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