The Zone is Never a Drag

by Michael Mongera

The Zone Dance Club is wading through lockdown restrictions with the help of RuPaul's Drag Race. Erie's flagship gay bar is open for business again. After a string of openings and closings due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the bar is experiencing a promising new year. The Zone has been holding viewing parties for weekly episodes of the new season of RuPaul's Drag Race season.

Since New Years, VH1 has been airing a new season of the pop culture juggernaut RuPaul's Drag Race to keep customers entertained. While the bar has had to change its layout to adhere to prevent COVID-19 measures. There's now expansive seating to enjoy a meal, while drag entertainer, Rebecca Mae's hosts viewing parties each Friday.

Patrons can expect a new episode of RuPaul's Drag Race, followed by live performances from local queens like Shea D'Heaux and Alysin Wonderland. Erie allies can join in on the party on Fridays. Doors open at 5 pm with no cover, and new episodes start at 8pm.

Before the pandemic, The Zone has hosted viewing parties for previous seasons. You can follow their social media for updates at @zonedanceclub on Instagram or Facebook.

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