Meet Uplift,
A2's Queer Bar

Proudly serving Ann Arbor & Washentaw county's vibrant queer community. From Saturday dance parties and Sunday drag brunches to weeknight karaoke, we do it all.

Ann Arbor's Drag BrunchTickets: Mistress @ Uplift

Upcoming Events

20
Feb
Jaida Essence Hall
The winner of RPDR S12 is coming to Uplift! Jaida will be joined by a phenomenal cast of talent. RPDR S8 watch party w/Jaida at 8pm.
24
Jan
Furry Karaoke
Join Ado & Friends for their monthly furmeet! We've got karaoke playing and plenty of tasty cocktails. Awoo!
17
Jan
BLUR
Boys, get ready to take your shirts off and SWEAT! MILK, WE1SMAN, and ASTROMANN are bringing the house remixes and gogo boys Seb & Juno will be working the dance floor.
23
Jan
Britney XCX
DJ Shyboy, resident at Precinct LA & Beaux in The Castro, is bringing Britney XCX right here to Ann Arbor! Join us for a night of Britney & Charli worship.
16
Jan
The Magic Struggle Bus
The Magic Struggle Bus returns! No cover, $5 shots, and $10 signatures all evening long with MystaMark on the decks. What's not to love?
6
Feb
Bear Wrangler
Our bear night is growing just like our bellies! Join us for some hairy, harmless fun with DJ JP Stone and the Motor City Bears + sexy gogo boys.
7
Feb
Sapphire
Our Sapphic night welcomes a new DJ in DJ Nouveau! Come join us for a dance party dedicated to all things femme and sapphic.
31
Jan
BOUND
Kink & fetish night. Wear your gear with Pride and dance with DJ SAMUELKO until 2am. Coat check available. Not a play space.

Meet Uplift,
A2's Queer Bar

Proudly serving Ann Arbor & Washentaw county's vibrant queer community. From Saturday dance parties and Sunday drag brunches to weeknight karaoke, we do it all.

Our eventsVisit us
Special Event
Willow Pill at Uplift
March 20th • 8PM • Winner of RPDR S14
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Special Event
Mistress Isabelle Brooks @ Uplift
April 17 • 8P-2AM • Now on sale!
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We are proud to be A2 and Washtenaw County's full-time queer space. From busy Saturday nights with live DJs and Sunday drag brunches to neighborhood Trivia Tuesdays, we do it all. Our mission is to curate a fun and safe environment by queer people for queer people.

Upcoming events
Full Calendar
The Magic Struggle Bus
January 16, 2026
The Magic Struggle Bus returns! No cover, $5 shots, and $10 signatures all evening long with MystaMark on the decks. What's not to love?
BLUR
January 17, 2026
Boys, get ready to take your shirts off and SWEAT! MILK, WE1SMAN, and ASTROMANN are bringing the house remixes and gogo boys Seb & Juno will be working the dance floor.
Britney XCX
January 23, 2026
DJ Shyboy, resident at Precinct LA & Beaux in The Castro, is bringing Britney XCX right here to Ann Arbor! Join us for a night of Britney & Charli worship.
Furry Karaoke
January 24, 2026
Join Ado & Friends for their monthly furmeet! We've got karaoke playing and plenty of tasty cocktails. Awoo!
BOUND
January 31, 2026
Kink & fetish night. Wear your gear with Pride and dance with DJ SAMUELKO until 2am. Coat check available. Not a play space.
Bear Wrangler
February 6, 2026
Our bear night is growing just like our bellies! Join us for some hairy, harmless fun with DJ JP Stone and the Motor City Bears + sexy gogo boys.
Sapphire
February 7, 2026
Our Sapphic night welcomes a new DJ in DJ Nouveau! Come join us for a dance party dedicated to all things femme and sapphic.
Jaida Essence Hall
February 20, 2026
The winner of RPDR S12 is coming to Uplift! Jaida will be joined by a phenomenal cast of talent. RPDR S8 watch party w/Jaida at 8pm.
Weekly Programming
Come check us out!
Tue
Trivia Tuesday
7PM-9PM
Hosted by Jacob.
Prizes for 1st & 2nd place.
Wed
Trans Happy Hour
6PM-8PM
Meet other trans & nb folks in the area.
Wed
Karaoke Wednesday
8PM-12AM
Hosted by Geoff.
Free to sing!
Thu
Drag Thursday
9PM-11PM
Rotating themes and casts every week.
Fri
RuPaul's Drag Race
8PM-9:30PM
Season 18 viewing party,
Ru girl once a month!
FAQ

Are you a 21+ venue?

Yes, we are 21+ for all events except our Sunday drag brunches, where folks under 21 are welcome if accompanied by an adult over 21.

How do I become a performer?

If you're interested in performing in one of our drag shows, please reach out to us at drag@upliftannarbor.com.
For DJs and other live acts, please reach out to us at events@upliftannarbor.com.

Do you serve food?

Yes! We partner with CIRC upstairs to have hot, fresh meals available from 6pm - 1am every Tuesday through Saturday.

Are you hiring?

Presently, we are not hiring for any roles. However, we are always happy to receive resumes. Interested applicants may apply on indeed or by sending their resume to hiring@upliftannarbor.com.