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Top 10 Drag Shows Of 2018: NYC

Who took all of your tips this year?

The art of drag was impossible to miss in 2018. Television, film, makeup tutorials, drag tours, memes and bicoastal conventions — the world has access to drag now more than ever. With all of this amazing new visibility we must not forget about the outstanding performances by our local queens that still need our tips and support!
We asked our dedicated Instagram followers to nominate their favorite drag shows combined with staff favorites to present the Top 10 Drag Shows of 2018 in New York City.

10. Polish The Queen @ Stonewall Inn (Weekly/Tuesday)

Phil Chanel & Kristy Blaze

9. Jasmine Live @ Pieces Bar (Weekly/Thursday)

Jasmine Rice Labeija

8. Look Queen formerly @ The Monster now @ Bedlam (Monthly)

Shuga Cain, Bob The Drag Queen, Honey Davenport, Mitch Ferrino & Guests

7.  Way Before Beyonce @ The Duplex (Monthly)

Harmonica Sunbeam, Divinity Banks, Octavia Anyae

6. Soaked Thursdays @ Therapy (Weekly/Thursdays)

Lagoona Bloo, Brita Filter & Rose

5. Brown Sugar @ Macri Park (Monthly/Saturdays)

Merrie Cherry, Momo Shade, Kandy Muse & Will Sheridan

4. Miss Girl @ Narcbar (Weekly/Friday)

Rify Royalty & Guests

3.  SHOWS! @ Industry (Weekly/Monday)

Tina Burner & Special Guests

2. The Shequida Show @ Hardware Bar (Weekly/Thursday)

Shequida & Guests

1. Queen 4 Queen @ Pieces Bar (Weekly/Monday)

Kandy Muse & Momo Shade w/ Haus Of Aja including Aja, Janelle No.5, Dahlia Sin

Check out all of these great performers in the new year, with dollars in hand!