Ahead of its March launch, Splashd announces partnerships with gay bars, LGBTQ+ nightclubs, and queer community spaces in 15 major cities, enabling users to check in and see real-time venue activity.
LAS VEGAS, NV (January 26, 2026) With just weeks until its March 2026 launch, Splashd today announced venue partnerships spanning 15 major U.S. cities, bringing its innovative check-in feature to gay bars, LGBTQ+ nightclubs, queer-friendly gyms, and community spaces across the country.
Splashd's venue feature goes beyond simple listings found in traditional gay city guides. The app creates a living, breathing map of LGBTQ+ nightlife and community spaces with real-time activity data.
Users can:
Check In at Partner Venues: Show that you are currently at a specific gay bar, LGBTQ+ club, or queer-friendly business
See Real-Time Counts: View how many Splashd users are currently at any given location before heading out
Browse Who Is Checked In: With privacy controls, see which users are present at a venue before you decide to go
Discover New Spaces: Explore an interactive map of LGBTQ+ venues including gay bars, lesbian bars, queer clubs, drag venues, LGBTQ+ gyms, bathhouses, and cruising spots
"Going out should not be a guessing game," said Splashd's founders. "Is the gay bar dead tonight? Will you know anyone there? Our venue feature answers these questions before you leave your apartment."
The partnership program is designed to benefit LGBTQ+ venues as much as users. According to research from the Lesbian and Gay Hospitality Guild, America has lost nearly half of its gay bars since the 1980s, with closures accelerating in recent years.
Partner venues receive:
Free Promotion: Featured placement within the Splashd app at no cost
Real-Time Analytics: Access to anonymized check-in activity data to understand peak hours and user demographics
Event Promotion Tools: Ability to promote drag shows, theme nights, and special events directly to nearby Splashd users (launching post-release)
Featured Placement: Priority visibility during special events and Pride celebrations
"Queer spaces are disappearing at an alarming rate," the Splashd team noted. "We see our platform as a way to drive foot traffic back to these vital community spaces. Every gay bar, lesbian bar, and LGBTQ+ venue that closes is a loss for our community."
Splashd's venue database includes multiple categories of LGBTQ+ spaces:
Gay Bars and Clubs: Traditional gay nightlife venues from neighborhood bars to mega-clubs
Lesbian and Queer Women's Spaces: Dedicated venues and regular events for women and non-binary individuals
Drag and Performance Venues: Spaces known for drag shows, cabaret, and live performances
LGBTQ+ Gyms and Fitness: Queer-friendly fitness centers and gay gym facilities
Bathhouses and Spas: Adult venues with appropriate age verification
Community Centers: LGBTQ+ community organizations and social spaces
Pride Event Locations: Temporary venues and gathering points during Pride celebrations
Venue partnerships are confirmed in Las Vegas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York City, Miami, Chicago, Atlanta, Dallas, Houston, Denver, Seattle, Portland, Phoenix, San Diego, and Austin, with additional cities being added weekly leading up to launch.
The company reports over 500 venues have already been mapped, with new locations being added daily as the Splashd team works with local LGBTQ+ business owners and community organizations.
Gay bar owners, LGBTQ+ club managers, and queer business operators interested in partnering with Splashd can register their venues at splashd.com/venues. The company emphasizes that venue participation is completely free and includes ongoing promotional support.
Splashd is a next-generation LGBTQ+ social networking and dating app launching March 2026. With dual-view discovery featuring real-time maps, free Travel Mode, and integrated venue check-ins, Splashd aims to bridge the gap between digital connections and real-world queer community. Founded by LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs in Las Vegas, Splashd is designed to support both individual users and the gay bars, clubs, and community spaces that serve as vital gathering places for the queer community. Visit splashd.app or contact press@splashd.app.