SPLASH BAR to close 8/10/13

[Cooper]

After 22 years of serving the gay community, one of the most popular bars in Chelsea will be closing. The notice is posted on their website: http://www.splashbar.com

[CGFD]

[brettnyc]

 

THIS IS SEISMIC NEWS --- wow ! Almost as major as the Gaiety closing !

[tsgarp]

The gay scene in New York City is mercurial. Renewal and reinvention is the key to longevity. Splash was the ideal for those coming of age in the era of SEX AND THE CITY. I am sad to see it go but know others will emerge.

 

My good wishes to all connected to and involved with Splash.

[Cooper]

Good article on Splash Bar

 

Some interesting history on Splash Bar & the owners. http://www.queerty.com/iconic-new-york-city-splash-bar-to-close-20130723/

[Jscott]

Haven't frequented Splash in awhile, but back when it opened 22 years (and for me almost as many pounds) ago, it really set the "bar" for upscale flash and trash. And oh those hunky bartenders. End of an era <sob>

 

Sign of the times. More people are meeting through apps and the Internet.

[Cooper]

Exclusive Interview With Splash Bar Owner

 

Splash Bar owner talks frankly about why the club is closing: http://www.nextmagazine.com/content/exclusive-splash-owner-brian-landeche-talks-about-why-legendary-bar-closing-after-22-years

[foxy]

The best part about Splash was not only did they have the hottest bartenders in town but they actually spent time and talked to you. I've yet to find that in any other bar. They just bring you a drink and walk away. Splash bartenders always made me feel happy to be there. It was kind of a gay Cheers. I will miss it a lot.

[edjames]

Let me try this again, my previous reply didn't seem to work!

 

Rumors in NYC say that there wil be an announcement this weekend about Splash bar's ressurrection in a new location.

 

Let's hope the gossip queens are correct.

 

ED

[foxy]

Spoke to a few of the employees at Splash this evening. They haven't heard anything.

[Steven_Draker]

Good memories.

 

Sorry to see it go.

[Cooper]

An updated message to Splash Bar patrons... Here's the latest gossip... The bar will officially close on Sunday, August 11th... Starting Monday, August 12th, Splash Bar plans on taking some of their weekly events and a few bartenders over to XL... As of now, the rumor is that both Musical Mondays and Campus Tuesdays will continue at XL.

[Cooper]

New York Times article on the closing of Splash Bar

 

"Turn the Showers Off. Splash Is Closing"... A trip down memory lane as seen by the New York Times.

 

http://www.nytimes.com/2013/08/01/fashion/turn-the-showers-off-splash-is-closing.html?_r=0

[edjames]

PRESS RELEASE

SPLASH - A BRAND NEW HOME

 

Dougie Meyer and Steve Sidewalk are proud to announce that immediately after the closing date of August 10th, much of the family that consists of Splash, will have a brand new home. We will be bringing to our new location, much of the management, bartenders, hosts and dj's. Also coming to our new location will be many of Splash's signature events such as Musical Mondays, Gay College Tuesdays, Dougie Meyer presents Saturdays & Classic Disco Sundays.

 

A full press release will soon follow, announcing the location and specifics of our new venture. We rushed this announcement for our loyal customers whose outpouring of support has been overwhelming. Our Team & Nightlife family will have a brand new home and will only grow to be bigger, better and stronger.

 

Splash will continue to be open in full force until Aug 10th and we will be going out with a bang!

 

PLEASE SHARE THIS POST ON YOUR WALL & WITH YOUR FRIENDS.

 

Our Grand Opening will be the event everyone is talking about.

 

Click the link to get on our VIP list and be the first to know!

 

http://www.mailermailer.com/u/signup/1047477n

 

ED

[Cooper]

Went to Splash Bar tonight, the bar was packed... Still can't believe they're closing this Sunday... Spoke to a few bartenders, some will be moving on to XL Lounge for "Musical Mondays" and "Campus Tuesdays", two of Splash Bar's more popular events.. XL is already advertising their new event: http://www.xlnightclub.com/monday/

[foxy]

Last night was the most crowded I've seen Splash in quite some time. Maybe it should continue to "close" for another year. Now I have to find a replacement. Can anyone suggest a NYC gay bar where the bartenders are actually friendly?

[edjames]

Today's NYPost Page Six has a blurb about Anderson Cooper's BF opening a new bar in HK...perhaps a clue to the reinvention of Splash??????

 

http://www.nypost.com/p/pagesix/anderson_atlas_zVo8XQi2MGPjV8YRwHBSEM

 

ED

[Poolboy21409]

I am really bummed by this news. I never made it to Splash and was planning on a day there next week with a certain out of town escort who is camping out in NYC latter half of July and first part of August. Holy Crap. Have to come up with a new adventure.

[Cooper]

The Last Dance Party at Splash, Sunday, August 11th

 

http://splash-nyc.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/last-dance775.jpg

 

Events leading up to the dismantling of the Disco Crystal Ball and official closing:

 

http://www.splashbar.com/