The round metal Donnie J's Bar sign with rainbow claw marks, hanging from a bracket on a brick wall at night
Opening January 2027

Donnie J's

Stark County's only gay bar.

Good drinks, great people, and a stage for every kind of fabulous.

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About

A place where everyone belongs

Donnie J's is a neighborhood bar with a nightlife heartbeat, right here in the Canton area. Owner Donnie Atherton is building the spot Stark County has been missing: a warm, welcoming home for the LGBTQ+ community and everyone who loves us.

Come as you are. Pull up a stool, find your people, and stay for the show.

All are welcome. Always.

Friends laughing together at a neon lit bar

What's coming

Your new favorite nights

Drag Nights

Big wigs, bigger talent. Local queens and kings on our stage.

Karaoke

Grab the mic and belt your anthem. Everyone is a star here.

DJ Nights

Dance floor energy with DJs spinning pop, house and throwbacks.

Themed Parties

Costumes, decades, glitter. Dress up, show up, show off.

Drink Specials

Signature cocktails and happy hour deals worth leaving the couch for.

Drag performer in a sequined gown on a purple lit stage

Events

The calendar is warming up

Opening night, drag brunches, karaoke battles and dance parties are in the works. Join the list to hear about every event first.

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Location

Address coming soon

Canton area, Stark County, Ohio

Hours

Hours coming soon

Doors open January 2027