Some bars are just for drinking. But other bars are for when you’re thirsty. Here’s our roundup of St. Louis’ most happening, most reliable, horniest hook-up bars.

ST. LOUIS — The holiday season is upon us and pop-up bars are returning to the St. Louis area! The beloved annual St. Louis tradition is back in 2024 at several bars and businesses.

Advertised as “St. Louis’ Largest Bear and Men’s Bar,” JJ’s has a specialty, and there is no straying from this recipe. If you seek bears or cubs or lads in leather, this is the place to be.

Gregory Kompes, author of the Queer Planet series, lauded St. Louis in his book 50 Fabulous Gay-Friendly Places to Live, touting the city’s socially laissez faire attitude, cultural attractions ...