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Knoxville's Iconic Gay Bar Club XYZ Replaced
14 Jul
Summary
- Good Judy's beer permit application signals new LGBTQ+ bar.
- Club XYZ closed after 22 years due to missed rent payments.
- New owners bought memorabilia and equipment from Club XYZ.
Club XYZ, a significant LGBTQ+ bar in Knoxville for 22 years, has closed its doors at 1215 N. Central St. The closure occurred last month following missed rent payments, with its final event held on June 27. The space is slated to be replaced by a new LGBTQ+-allied business named Good Judy's, a name that echoes other gay bars and pays homage to Judy Garland.
Good Judy's has applied for a beer permit for the Happy Holler address. While the new owners have not yet released detailed plans, they have reportedly purchased the majority of Club XYZ's furniture and equipment. This acquisition suggests a potential continuation of the venue's vibrant history. The landlord, Daniel Schuh, expressed acknowledgment of Club XYZ's community importance and confirmed an LGBTQ+-allied business would take over.
