New Sapphic Bar Planned for Denver’s Capitol Hill
A former employee of The Pearl is planning to open a new sapphic bar in Denver's Capitol Hill neighborhood, following an investment offer from an anonymous source.
Denver, CO, August 20, 2026 —
A new establishment catering to the sapphic community is in the planning stages for Denver’s Capitol Hill neighborhood. The venture is spearheaded by a former employee of The Pearl, a well-known bar in the city.
Details surrounding the new bar’s operations and specific offerings are still emerging. However, the project has gained momentum following an unexpected investment offer from an anonymous source. The exact amount of the investment and the identity of the benefactor have not been disclosed.
The former employee, whose name has not been released, has indicated plans to establish a safe and inclusive space for women who are attracted to other women. The choice of Capitol Hill for the new bar is significant, given the neighborhood’s existing reputation as a hub for LGBTQ+ nightlife and community spaces in Denver.
The development follows the closure of Blush & Blu, another sapphic bar in Capitol Hill, which ceased operations in late 2022. The absence of such dedicated spaces has been a topic of discussion within the local community.
Further information regarding the bar’s name, location within Capitol Hill, projected opening timeline, and operational details is expected to be released as the planning progresses. The anonymous investment marks a critical step in bringing this new community space to fruition.
Story summarized from the original created by Alec Berg on www.westword.com, see more information here.
