Tracks

Please bear with me, it's going to be a long one. This review will include positive and negative comments. My goal is to give an overall picture of my visit and offer suggestions for the club to make it better. I know this place can be a great place for a night out. I thought I would try Tracks after a few months since my last visit. I appreciate the level of Security at the entrance and around the club. The entry employees were great (friendly and welcoming). The bartenders that I interacted with were friendly and provided quick service.The drinks were expensive and they only accepted cards at the bar, no cash (I would prefer an option instead of several card charges). I did see a sign they do offer lids for your drinks for a level of safety. This was my first time seeing the Neon Grotto. It's a fairly new space that seems like it could be fun. On my night it was closed to non-pup people but at least I got a peak at it. I am not quite sure on the dj arrangements. They used to have the house/mainstream remix type music in the main room. The night I went, they moved that to the lounge (DJ Orion was awesome). Sadly, the lounge has little in the way of a dance floor and dance floor lighting. A suggestion for the lounge is to add dance floor lighting (i.e. moving head type). If it is already there, it wasn't being utilized. On my visit, they put the mix of dance and slow music in the main room. That was previously in the lounge. I was not a fan of the DJ in the main room. The main dance floor music was also extremely loud. Maybe invest in a decibel meter and do a periodic check on levels during the night. Note they do offer ear plugs at the bar. The dance floor lighting in the main room was terrible. I'm not sure if they changed the rig or what but it wasn't great. I have seen better lighting operation the past. They really were not using the digital screen behind the stage to supplement the floor lighting (I have seen great visuals in the past on the screen). Note they were quite heavy on the theater smoke at times during my visit (I did upload an example of this situation). As far as the customer base, as some of the other reviews have stated it has more of a mixed crowd. It's sad to see some of the hate here in the Google Maps comments towards LGBTQIA+ people. The club does say it is a hate free zone. All should be welcome at the club (by everyone). However if you are expecting the crowd to be mostly gay men, you could end up being disappointed. I cannot answer for the other LGBTQIA+ nights. A suggestion would be to offer more various themed nights (they currently seem to repeat a lot) and or make the Neon Grotto or lounge a fetish only space (similar to other fetish bars in Denver) when the club is open. That would allow the club to cater to a lot of various people. It would then always give you a bigger customer base during your open hours. I spent a few minutes in the outside alley. If I remember correctly, they did have a food vendor and a few outdoor games in the alleyway. During my visit there were two food vendors outside the club. It was great to have an immediate food option after a night out.

After I got my third drink I went over to go to the outside area. A girl came over and said one of bouncers said I had too much to drink, put big black x's on my hand and took my beer. I walk with a limp cause I broke my femur biking in China years ago, but in the 25 years of going to bars I never had anyone cut me off like that over nothing. I wasn't even talking to anyone or being obnoxious. I went there for the first time with a few friends to enjoy the drag show. Too bad cause I enjoyed the show, the bartender was nice and in general it seemed like it could have been a cool place to go back. I do tours in the area everyday and send a e-guide to all my customers of all the places I recommend in Denver. I was looking forward to recommending this place and even possibly making it a stop on my drinking tour, but obviously that's not going to happen. Good way to loose a couple thousand recommendations a year because of overzealous bouncers probably looking for some drama.

Avoid the food truck. Never felt so disgusted and disrespected by food. The fries were soggy, dark brown and just soaked in oil. 🤮 Other than that, my experience here was great. 😅

I had an awesome time at Tracks during Pride Weekend! From the moment I walked in, the energy filled the place with love and celebration. Tracks totally nailed the Pride spirit! If you're looking for a super fun night out, this is the place to be. I can't wait to come back for another unforgettable experience! 🌈

Tracks is a solid spot if you're looking for a fun night out in Denver's LGBTQ+ scene. The environment is what you’d expect from your average club—loud music, flashing lights, packed dance floors—but with a welcoming and inclusive vibe that makes everyone feel like they belong. It doesn’t try to reinvent the wheel, but it delivers exactly what you’d want from a club night: energy, movement, and a good time. What really stood out were the dancers. They’re incredibly talented and professional, putting on performances that are entertaining, high-energy, and genuinely impressive. You can tell they love what they do, and it adds a lot to the overall atmosphere. All the employees—from bartenders to security—were super friendly and respectful, which made the whole experience feel safe and easy to enjoy. Drinks are what you’d expect price-wise for a club, and the space is decently maintained for how busy it gets. If you're looking for a fun, queer-friendly space with great dancers and kind staff, Tracks is definitely worth checking out. Just don't expect anything groundbreaking—just a good, solid night out

We had the absolute best time at Tracks for roll Denver. Staff was great, drinks were yummy, and the food trucks rocked

Mario is the best security guy. I've been coming to track for 20+ years. I always feel safe when I see Mario. He takes his job seriously and I have personally witness him protect patrons. Tracks is home to me. All are welcome.

Great atmosphere, super chill people. Unfortunately, greed is starting to show in pricing. $11 for a beer definitely is not worth it. Most of the bar tenders are amazing. One or two are definitely too full of themselves. It's worth checking out as a group. Prices cause hesitation on making it a regular hangout.

Tracks is such a fun venue and I go every month to Roll on the third Friday! Each Roll has a different theme and everyone really rises to dress up for the occasion! It's so great to see everyone having a good time! Skates are available to rent on a first come first serve basis. I bring my own skates and show up early. 7-9 PM is free entry and less crowds. When it does get later into the evening and the crowds pick up, keep in mind that most people are newer skaters and drinking. So, skate your heart out with them, but be cautious of drink spills, slips, falls, etc. There are 3 rooms to enjoy: - The main rink room - The middle karaoke room - The front room with a mix of people on & off skates There's also an outdoor alleyway that's a great hangout space with wall art, hanging umbrellas, and seating! Sometimes there's even a food truck (weather permitting)! I love this space and the ambience of it all to skate my heart out in! Would absolutely recommend it.

Tracks has sadly devolved from an LGBT-inclusive establishment, to one of predatory practices. I went during Pride of this year to give them another chance. I'd already felt like they were being shady, charging wild amounts for weak cocktails, but I thought I'd give them another chance...and it was pride after all, so I was expecting to drop some coin that weekend! Boy, was I shocked when one vodka red bull was $30! Yes, Thirty Dollars. That was the moment I lost respect for this place that pretends to be LGBT-Inclusive. If this isn't their normal pricing, then they were engaging in predatory business practices against our community for pride weekend, and if this is their usual price, I certainly have been priced out! Consider this when you think about going to Tracks. Denver has many other LGBT bars to have fairly-priced, and stiffer cocktails. Trade, Denver Sweet, Lil Devils, Bad Habits, X Bar, R&R, Buddies, Denver Eagle, Blush & Blu, Tight End, etc.

Bartenders are nice and the drinks are yummy. Don't get a double of anything because they're crazy expensive. It's pretty big and they have live dancers as well as a small outdoor area.

Nick! He's a bouncer here and he found my phone! I looked around everywhere and asked him and he found it! In his words " as soon as I dropped it he picked it up" awesome! Give him a raise!

This is no longer a gay friendly spot. It's all women and their Bf's. If you're gay... AVOID

I hadn't been to Tracks in quite some time. I always have fun at tracks, but have had some subpar interactions with the door staff. This has not been the case the last few times my friends and I have gone. We have had amazing, cordial interactions with the woman at the door named Tamara. Every time I am there she greets me with a warm smile and does the same with other patrons. I really appreciate feeling welcomed by her and always look forward to being greeted by her friendly face. Thanks for your great and kind service, Tamara.

ROLL @ Tracks Dance Club 1399 35th St, Denver, CO 80205 This is a themed roller skating event held once a month and it is a fun night on the town. My husband and I are from Louisiana and trying to keep skating alive! We bring our own Harlick Roller Skates made in California, USA. For the past 10+ years we have made it our goal to skate in each state! We love to JAM, slow walk, and couple dance skate on Adult Skate Night. On any adult night skate in the USA. I advise you to check out their online site. Roll allows skaters to buy tickets or sign a risk waiver to skate before arrival. To make the time in line a bit quicker. The positive energy at this rink was exquisite. Also, the parking is street parking.

all of the bar staff and security are incredible kind, Mario is so kind and was immensely understanding when a friend fell i'll at the bar. Such a kind soul, could not recommend more for a night of safe and spectacular fun, Mario is the best!!!!!

the staff was so angry and not welcoming. please avoid. they ripped beers out of our hands.

Of the time I've lived in Denver, I've never been to this club. I was invited by a group of friends to join them on a Saturday night and it was very obvious that I didn't miss anything the last 6 years. It's your typical shallow, egotistical, loud club offering overpriced drinks and terrible music. I think I'm good for another 6 years.

Recently went to Tracks and it is no longer the safe place it used to be for the LGBT community. It felt more akin to a NASCAR event or "Stop the Steal" rally than a gay bar/club. There were so many straight people in line that I truly felt unsafe being there. I eventually left when I heard patrons making anti-LGBT comments to one another. It's funny, gay people show up at a "straight" bar and we're ridiculed and harassed (or worse) but when straight people show up at a LGBT bar, we're supposed to be accepting even when they start bashing us in our own safe-place. Welcome to America, right?

To Austin B's review- This is the best bartender in town. If he flipped you off it was probably because you were acting out of line (or cutting line). And it was pride weekend. Do you understand how insane it gets. Imagine working nonstop for hours with drunk people like you giving lip and probably not tipping. I'm sorry you can't enjoy the pride festivities without being a bitch to people who are serving you alcohol. Next time don't cut in line and keep your mouth shut. Besides that, tracks is always a great time AND the safest space in Denver.

Now this is a true club! This club is one to be proud of. It beats the Milk Bar by hundreds of thousands of miles. Side note... Don't go to the Milk Bar, they are anti LGBTQ. But this club is what a club experience should be!!! Thank you so much for this experience!!!

Met my girlfriend here. 10/10 She's also a fan. Go on third Friday roller skate nights

I haven't been there recently but I went there years ago and had some of the best times of my life.

Who ever thought this Decades-old bar & dance hall, would be my new favorite floor to boogy! The nightclub has featuring rotating theme nights & music on multiple floors with an outdoor patio with a food truck. I've heard plenty of good things from Tracks Nightclub, but I've never thought this place has been jammin' since 1981. We absolutely enjoyed the company of the staff, the management and even bouncers. We had a problem with our reservations, but (John?) the manager was incredibly understanding about our troubleshooting with loading the tickets and made our night an unforgettable one. They have sooo many dance floors, with laidback bartenders who whipped up some delicious drinks. We saw a beauty pageant show, aerial dancers, pole dancing and performers the entire night. The Red Carpet walk was also super classy and retro fun. We enjoyed the crowd, everyone seemed to be respectful and nice. I absolutely was pleased with the easy parking accommodations. My vehicle was incredibly safe around the area!

The atmosphere is amazing and the music is also very good, always clean bathrooms and friendly people to chat with. The issue is the staff, most of them are friendly but a couple of them are down right nasty. I would definitely go back for drinks and fun.

There's definitely a preference for straight people, especially on important nights. This is a gay persons night and all it took was a woman with boobs and we're back to living in Kansas. Could not be more disappointed... especially for somebody who lives in denver and as somebody who comes at least once a month. Don't come for pride or Halloween or any "event," they're always the worst nights.

Visiting Denver from SF and heard about Babes Around Denver from a friend. It was the best lesbian event/bar I've ever been to! Everyone was friendly, music was great, and staff was friendly. It's an absolute must for any queer women visiting on the first Friday of the month!

It's definitely a fun club. Staff maintains the Safe Place for everyone energy that makes for a good time.

Please quit playing sh!t music. When me and my girls are going out we don't want to hear All About That Bass. We aren't 31 year old women with children. Play Nicki, Azealia Banks, Arca, etc. I'm so serious when I say these 40 year old DJs with popper rotted music need to either start playing better music or I'm gonna be as far away from Tracks as their hairlines are from their eyebrows.

Love this place! Staff are all kind and welcoming, and the inside of the venue is clean and really large with different themed rooms so there's plenty of space to move around. Some drinks were a bit pricey, but that's okay because they have a good deal on shots and the bartenders are really friendly. I'll definitely be coming back!

Had a horrible experience. I do not recommend. Insanely rude bouncers as well as the mediocre girl with the curly black hair and the ugly eyeliner taking tickets. I went to go check my coat, and gave my boyfriend (20) my drink to hold (21). As I went to go check my coat, (I have been roofied before, and wanted my boyfriend to hold my drink so I knew it was safe) within 2 minuets of handing him my drink the bouncers were yelling at him kicking us out Becuase someone with X's on there hands was holding a drink, on 18+ night, where they serve mock tails. How did they know it was an alcoholic drink? The bouncers were rude to us the second we walked in and we're watching us the entire time we were there ( 1 1/2 hours) until I made a slight mistake. They also questioned my REAL ID. DO NOT RECOMMEND. the drinks are gross, the bouncers are rude/ugly inside and out and discriminatory. Will never be back.

Okay... there really needs to be a cut off limit for anyone skating and drinking. People get sloppy and it becomes no fun, real quick. Before entering, you need to have your waiver signed. I suggest also purchasing your ticket beforehand. The line can get long and people are obnoxious. You don't want to be waiting for the entry line because there is a massive line for skates. I have my own skates so luckily I'm able to zip right through. This place is 18+ so the younger crowd definitely shows. It's such a great concept but please up the age limit. You will seriously benefit from it. You're able to stay on skates the whole time and put your shoes in the provided cubbies. There aren't any lockers so you're going off an honor system. Don't wear any shoes that you don't want stolen. Not saying mine were, but still, the possibility is there. The main skating rink is located in the back and there are a few other rooms where different music is played. Karaoke is one of the rooms. Seriously, such a fun concept. There are also multiple bars so there isn't a long wait for drinks. For you smokers, the outside area is nice and easily accessible. Will I go back..... ehh. Do they have weekday skating when hardly anyone is around? I'd be down for that!

I love this club so much it felt safe and it was so much fun!!! Definitely go see their shows

Man, what happened to this place? From the dancer/performers, disgusting bathrooms and a wait staff who couldn't care less about you. Gross....we were all so disgusted and will not be back.

Good time and loved the different vibes throughout the bar. Definitely a good experience and fun time

Great staff/bartenders, lots of room, awesome place in Denver. I love visiting Tracks when I am in town. Perfect location.

This was the funnest nightlife I've been to in Denver so far! You can skate throughout the club. They have a dance floor, a karaoke room, and then the skating "rink." You can get a sippy cup for your drinks so when you inevitably fall your drink is fine. It was packed but I got tickets ahead of time so the line went quickly. I'll for sure be going back to tracks.

Loved Tracks, past tense. I still enjoy going to dance, but it is no longer a true gay club. With all the development around it and it's draw being a fun place to dance, it has lost its sparkle and has become very hetero.

Went for Ladies Night and stood at the bar for 10 minutes watching every gay man get served before us.

Fun place to dance but bartenders frequently overcharge & then won't give you your money back so that's deeply disappointing

The business itself and the building is amazing. They do awesome with creating a welcoming and safe environment. They do pat downs at the entry so your anxiety can be eased about any nay-sayers, they check all IDs to ensure minor safety, and the workers are super friendly and protective of their guests. The only problem, that isn't their fault at all, is sometimes creeps come in... wish they had a creep detector lol. But regardless, highly recommend going here for all ages wanting to celebrate being you!!

Paid $3 for a coat check for them to lose not only my $150 jacket but my apartment keys too. Coat check also ignored me while I'm trying to figure out how to access my apartment (which is going to be another $75 for security to let me into my apartment) but was ignoring my existence while trying to figure out what to do. Going to be leaving Tracks in 2021 and suggest no one to trust them with anything. The incompetence is their downfall. It's also 10° and I'm waiting for security to figure out how to let me into my apartment.

What happened to Tracks?! Paid $25 per ticket to get in and for what?! Expected a free champagne toast and $2k ball drop raffle!? One of the main rooms closed, bathroom lines ridiculous and flooding! Bartenders serving friends while telling them to put their wallets away just to turn and ask the next guest to pay $30 for two drinks! Not sure what happened to this place but NEVER AGAIN!

they're really homies here. the drinks are slightly over priced but still good. dancers are amazing.

Coming down from Miami for the weekend and have so much fun w the staff at tracks!!!! Thank you for being welcoming and inviting !

I think this is definitely one of the better bars. They understand consent and boundaries. One of the safer clubs in Denver for sure. Meet with Sam he will make sure you are ok throughout the night and come check in on you!

We had a fun night here but it was pretty quiet and the music was really hit or miss. We spent most of our time in the hip hop room since the music on the main stage was strange. Some songs were really good and got us dancing, then it really broke to something not so good where everyone cleared the dance floor. I don't drink but my friends do and said the drinks were strong, bartenders attentive and they really enjoyed themselves. This place was fine, it was fun but for sure not one of the best places in town. I actually found it really interesting to see many straight couples here. Not sure if that was my jam but I like that everyone can come here and have a good time.

Didn't know they have concerts at the club, it's definitely worth experiencing for yourself cause I had a great time!

Brought some friends from out of town here for New Years bc in the past Tracks has had so much variety to offer especially on New Years. This year was such a disappointment!!!! I truly wish we could get a refund. For the money we paid for the tickets we expected so much more. Even on the tickets and the website it said we were supposed to do a cash ball drop and free champagne toast at midnight. There was no drop and no champagne. I've been here before on New Years and had both of those so I'm confused why it was skipped this year especially after being advertised. To top it all off, they closed the biggest and main room during one of the busiest nights of the year, why?!?! The bathrooms are also in that room so instead of multiple music options, plenty of space, and proper bathroom offerings we were all shoved into tiny spaces with one unisex bathroom that started to flood after just the first hour of being open. Generally there are 3 rooms, multiple bars, and food trucks in the back alley. This time we had none of that. The bartenders only attended to their friends and shrugged off anyone else. They were giving out free drinks to the people they knew and when they finally decided to acknowledge you after long waits the drinks were almost $15 a piece. Absolutely ridiculous and disappointing!!!! Long lines, terrible service, overpriced, and disgusting. We usually enjoy first Friday here but I can't say we will ever be back after this experience. You really should be refunding people's money back for New Years Eve! P.S. I have been a bar/restaurant GM for over 12 years so I rarely do things like this b/c I know how stressful events like this can be however this was completely inexcusable!!!

Can this be considered a gay bar if it's just filled with straight women? I don't think so. It's $15 just to get in which is 3x what the other gay bars here charge, and then $20 for a double ....... Wtf. Only good thing was the music & nice bartenders. The lady working Coat check was extremely rude and didn't seem like she wanted to be there.

Came here with a group of friends for New Years Eve. They put on a great weekend. Danced the night away, watched some great shows, and the bottle service was great. They were very attentive, and made sure we had ice, mixers, and plenty of bottles. Just got to watch the snow.. it started snowing on my during the night, which made for a great photo, but left my drink a tad soapy. (Thank you to whoever it was that offered me another drink).

Had high expectations going on a Friday night. The drinks were mediocre. Hardly any people at the club. It felt very empty. Not to mention the music wasn't that great. The kicker: they started closing up and kicking everyone out by 1:45am.

Roll @ Tracks.... I've been to Tracks many times, however, this was my very first time to attend Roll. Every 3rd Friday, they turn this hip hopping nightclub into a indoor skating rink for adults. 21+ only please. Each event is themed and the party starts at 9:00 pm. I highly suggest that if you want to get in, you should arrive promptly. Bonus, if you arrive before 10:00 there isn't a cover and your skate rental is free. I would also suggest if you have your own skates to bring them. The rentals are fully functional but a little beat up and light on the padding. Also, the floor is concrete with a few bumps here and there, so it's not as smooth as a rink would be. I had so much fun skating around sipping on my sippy cup and watching people with their mad skate skills, led wheels and crazy costumes. I stayed until midnight and when I left there was a line to get in all the way down to the corner! Who knew skating was making a come back!

Got charged for water + for a double when i ordered a single. When I complained I was told there was nothing they could do to fix it.

Cool place, however the music is super loud and you will not be able to hear anybody. My friends wallet got stolen, my other friend got his shark watch stolen, and lastly my other friend kept finding her purse half unzipped. Needless to say there was definitely a thief on the floor last night. The bouncer was a little rude as I got kicked out last night for wanting to sit down. May be back soon

Great club with fun vibes. The Halloween party last night was a blast! Will be coming back for more fun nights!

Tracks was fun, but I got sick from the pink elephant. I would have done 5 stars if it didn't feel like my insides were pouring out of my mouth all night. The pink elephant looked like it just got here from Aleppo, so I should have known better. The lady working, when she wasn't cursing out her daughter, was changing the propane with a lit cigarette in her mouth. Tracks really should consider who they let be a food vendor. I think the burritos in a dirty igloo cooler in front are closer to making health code standards compared to the pink elephant. Also, the blonde security lady with the short hair was very abrasive. Especially hateful towards the trans person in front of me. It felt worse than being a Muslim going through TSA. The music was good though.

All I wanna do is dance. Going to Tracks was definitely an excellent choice. I love the over the top behavior and the semi undress crowd. I must've gone when one of those nights where more fun happens! Those sculpted bodies dancing around me. Oh my! The dress I wore that night worked too. They loved it! Someone even offered to buy it from me right there! Lol! Glitters! Booze! Awesome music! I'm going back soon! It's sexy! Yes. I love my gays!